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West (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's preseason game against the Raiders, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

West hyperextended his knee during practice this past week, and San Francisco will take the conservative route by having the rookie fourth-rounder observe Saturday's game in street clothes. The injury isn't considered a long-term issue, so he could be available for the 49ers' preseason finale against the Chargers on Saturday, Aug. 23.

Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's preseason game against Las Vegas, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

Williams is currently working through a knee injury, which also prevented him from playing in the 49ers' preseason opener against the Broncos. The injury isn't considered a serious one at this time, but the rookie first-rounder will aim to return to practice next week in order to be cleared to play in the 49ers' preseason finale against the Chargers on Saturday, Aug. 23.

Brown departed Saturday's preseason contest versus the Colts due to a chest injury, Rob Demovsky of ESPN.com reports.

Demovsky adds that Brown was carted to the locker room while wearing an oxygen mask at the end of the third quarter. The 24-year-old safety has been a standout during training camp as he vies to make the 53-man roster as a depth option in the secondary.

Grant (knee) will not play in Saturday's preseason game against the Raiders, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Grant is working through a knee injury, which will cause him to miss a second straight preseason game. The 2021 second-rounder is battling for a roster spot in a depth role at safety, and he'll aim for returning to practice next week and being available for the 49ers' preseason finale against the Chargers on Saturday, Aug. 23.

Pinnock (heel) will not play against Las Vegas on Saturday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Pinnock was limited in practice this past week while working through a heel injury, and he'll be in street clothes Saturday to avoid aggravating the issue. Siran Neal and Derrick Canteen should see a heavy dose of snaps at safety due to the absences of Pinnock and Malik Mustapha (knee).

Stout (calf) will not play in Saturday's preseason game against the Raiders on Saturday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Stout is working through a calf injury, which will cause him to miss the 49ers' first two games of the preseason. The rookie third-rounder is battling for a consistent role in the 49ers' secondary, and he'll aim for being available for the Niners' preseason finale against the Chargers on Saturday, Aug. 23. Darrell Luter and Dallis Flowers should see an uptick in snaps at corner due to injuries to Stout and Renardo Green (hamstring).

Purdy is scheduled to play a series or two during Saturday's preseason matchup against the Raiders, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

Purdy's exact playing time will be dependent on how long the 49ers' first few offensive series last, meaning he could be limited to one drive if it's a long one. Offensive playmakers George Kittle, Ricky Pearsall and Demarcus Robinson are dressed and appear in line to play Saturday, per Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News, though wideouts Jauan Jennings (calf), Jacob Cowing (hamstring) and Jordan Watkins (ankle) all appear likely to remain sidelined. Brandon Aiyuk (ACL), meanwhile, remains on the active/PUP list and may not be ready for regular-season action until around Week 6.

Woods was carted from the sideline to the locker room during Saturday's preseason game against the Browns, Olivia Reiner of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

It's unclear when Woods suffered the injury or the nature of it, but it appears his day is done after he was taken to the locker room. An update on his injury should be provided by the Eagles once he undergoes further tests. He did not record a tackle prior to leaving Saturday's game.

Freeland has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's exhibition game against the Packers due to a leg injury, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

Freeland may be dealing with a serious injury, as he had to be carted off the field with his right leg in an air cast after having his ankle rolled up on. The 2023 fourth-round draft pick had been competing for a depth role at offensive tackle throughout training camp, but the injury could impact his ability to vie for that role. Indianapolis also ruled out fellow tackle Braden Smith due to a groin injury Saturday.

Saints head coach Kellen Moore said Saturday that Shough will start Sunday's preseason game against Jacksonville.

Shough worked as the backup to Spencer Rattler during New Orleans' preseason opener against the Chargers, completing 15 of 22 pass attempts for 165 yards, one touchdown and one interception, but the rookie second-round pick will get a chance to start versus the Jaguars, who will field starters on both offense and defense. A strong showing versus Jacksonville's first-team defense would be significant in bolstering Shough's chances of winning the Week 1 starting job, but it wouldn't be a surprise at all if Moore holds off on making such a decision until after the team's preseason finale against Denver on Saturday, Aug. 23.