Ford (quadriceps/hamstring) was listed as limited on Wednesday's estimated injury report, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ford managed to avoid an injury designation for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against Green Bay, so there's reason to suspect that his limitations are mostly precautionary. Assuming he avoids a setback in the next two weeks, the 28-year-old can be considered on track to play his usual role as a pass-rush specialist in the Super Bowl.

Ford (quadriceps/hamstring) won't carry an injury designation into Sunday's NFC Championship Game against Green Bay.

EDGE Analysis

Ford began the week not practicing due to the quadriceps and hamstring injuries, but he was able to progress to full participation Friday and avoid the questionable tag. The 28-year-old had a sack last week against the Vikings in his first game action since Week 14 and should serve in his usual role as a pass-rush specialist this weekend.

Ford (hamstring) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ford didn't practice Wednesday, so Thursday's limited session represents a tangible step in the right direction. He'll have one more opportunity to practice fully Friday and enter the NFC Championship Game against Green Bay without an injury designation.

Ford (hamstring) is not participating in Wednesday's practice, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Coach Kyle Shanahan said that the situation surrounding Ford's hamstring injury hasn't changed at all. Given that the veteran defensive end was able to suit up for the divisional-round win over Minnesota, during which he recorded one solo tackle and one sack, he appears on track for Sunday's NFC Championship Game against the Packers. Ford will have two more opportunities to practice in some capacity before the 49ers decide upon his injury designation.

Ford (hamstring) is available for Saturday's matchup with the Vikings, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ford was limited at practice throughout the week, but he will give it a go. As a result, the 49ers' stellar defensive line will be at full strength.

Ford (hamstring) is officially listed as questionable for Saturday's NFC divisional-round contest against the Vikings, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ford kicked off the week with back-to-back limited practices, so his questionable tag doesn't come as much of a surprise. The 28-year-old appears to have a fair shot at suiting up against Minnesota on Saturday, in which case he'll likely play a rotational role at defensive end.

Ford (hamstring) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ford is practicing in a limited fashion for a second straight day, keeping him on track for Saturday's game against the Vikings. Coach Kyle Shanahan previously expressed optimism about the 28-year-old's availability for this weekend, and there's been no indication he's suffered any setbacks. Ford appears to be trending in the right direction, but he could fully avoid an injury designation if he's able to practice without limitations Thursday.

Ford (hamstring) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice, Keiana Martin of the 49ers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ford missed the last three regular-season games, and he's had an extra week to recover since the 49ers secured a bye. Coach Kyle Shanahan has expressed optimism that Ford will be able to play in Saturday's divisional-round matchup versus the Vikings, according to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports reports. If Ford can elevate to full participation, it'll clear all doubts about his status, but he seems to be on the right track regardless.

Coach Kyle Shanahan relayed that he's optimistic Ford (quadriceps/hamstring) will be ready for the divisional playoff round Jan. 11, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ford has dealt with a quadriceps injury for almost the entire year, and he's missed five of the last six games. The team hopes a bye week in playoffs will be enough to get him back into the fold. Ford hasn't played more than 27 defensive snaps in a game since Week 1, so his playing time will likely be limited if he's able to return.

Ford (hamstring) is ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Seahawks, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ford is not practicing Thursday, putting him on track to miss a third straight contest due to his lingering hamstring injury. The 28-year-old is targeting a return to the field for the 49ers' first postseason contest.