Kinlaw didn't practice Friday due to a knee injury, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kinlaw landed on the injury report Friday with a knee injury, but the severity of the issue remains unclear. Saturday's final injury report will provide further clarity on his status for Monday's divisional clash with the Rams.

Kinlaw (knee) participated in team drills during the 49ers' practice Saturday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kinlaw practiced again for the first time since undergoing season-ending surgery in late October to repair an injured ACL. The 2020 first-round pick totaled a modest eight tackles through the first four games of the 2021 campaign, but, after Maurice Hurst suffered what should be a season-ending biceps injury Friday, Kinlaw still figures to reprise a prominent role at defensive tackle heading into this regular season.

Coach Kyle Shanahan said Tuesday that Kinlaw has been cleared to participate in training camp, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

Shanahan couched his statement by adding that Kinlaw would be brought along slowly. Either way, it's safe to assume any limits to his participation are basically purely precautionary at this point and that Kinlaw will be prepared to step into his place as a starter next to Arik Armstead come Week 1.

Kinlaw (knee) was seen observing on-field training session during the 49ers' OTAs on Tuesday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Kyle Shannahan said Tuesday that Kinlaw is still expected to be ready for training camp, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. The 2020 first-round selection started all four games he played undergoing season-ending ACL surgery in late October. A typical nine-to-12 month recovery timeline suggests that Kinlaw could be ready to return to action by July at the earliest, which would also fit in with his expected return according to Shannahan.

Kinlaw (knee) needed ACL reconstruction surgery, David Lombardi of The Athletic of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kinlaw was put on injured reserve on Oct. 30 after having season-ending surgery on his knee, but little was known about the procedure. During surgery it was found that Kinlaw had chronic changes to his ACL and the best treatment was ACL reconstruction. The 49ers' 2020 first-round selection should be able to return in 2022.

Kinlaw (knee) was put on injured reserve following knee surgery, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

EDGE Analysis

The move was already anticipated since Kinlaw had already been declared out for the season. Kentavius Street had already taken over the 24-year-old's starting role in Week 7 with Zach Kerr also seeing a bump in playing time.

Coach Kyle Shanahan revealed Friday that Kinlaw ended up getting season-ending surgery on his knee, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kinlaw will finish his sophomore season with just eight tackles and no sacks over four appearances. On the bright side, Shanahan believes the surgery has successfully addressed the issue with Kinlaw's knee. The 2020 first-round pick will aim for a healthier and more productive 2022 campaign, while Kentavius Street will likely jump into a starting role along San Francisco's defensive line.

Kinlaw is in Los Angeles on Wednesday for knee evaluations and may need season-ending surgery, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kinlaw has been dealing with a knee issue since training camp, but he has needed to miss only Week 1 and Week 7 so far. However, he has spent multiple weeks off and on the injury report between games. If Kinlaw opts for season-ending surgery, he'll end his sophomore campaign with eight tackles (one solo).

Kinlaw (knee) will not play in Sunday's matchup with the Colts, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kinlaw has been nursing a knee issue for nearly a month. The 49ers will opt to give him the week off in order for him to recover. However, he could potentially be a candidate for the IR, according to Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle. In his absence, look for Kentavius Street and Zach Kerr to see increased reps.

Kinlaw (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Keiana Martin of the 49ers' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kinlaw was a limited participant in practice throughout the week while managing a knee injury. As has been the case for the past few games, he'll play through the injury. In three games this season, Kinlaw has recorded eight tackles.