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The San Francisco 49ers have announced QB Alex Smith will start Sunday against Seattle, replacing QB Troy Smith. Smith went 3-2 as the 49ers’ starter, but the team will go ahead and take the final few weeks to re-evaluate Smith. Smith’s re-insertion is good news for both Vernon Davis and Michael Crabtree.

Seattle Seahawks WR Mike Williams will miss at least one week after suffering an ankle injury during Sunday’s game against Carolina, according to Jason La Canfora of NFL Network. Williams was questionable coming in with a foot injury, so his lower body is certainly hurting right now. La Canfora speculates Williams could miss multiple weeks, [...]

San Francisco 49ers RB Frank Gore will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a fractured hip during Monday’s win over Arizona. Gore, in the middle of a monster season, will leave fantasy owners hanging just in time for fantasy playoffs. Brian Westbrook and Anthony Dixon will likely split time in the 49ers backfield [...]

San Francisco 49ers RB Frank Gore left Monday’s game against Arizona with a hip injury and did not return. Gore injured the hip, then tried to return shortly after, only to leave the game for good. Brian Westbrook came on to replace Gore, who will undergo further testing. Gore’s absence for any amount of time [...]

San Francisco 49ers K Joe Nedney will likely miss Sunday’s game against Tampa Bay with a knee injury. Nedney sustained a strain and bone bruise in his right (non-kicking) knee during the opening kickoff of Sunday’s game against St. Louis. The 49ers will join the crowd of teams in search of a kicker this week.

San Francisco 49ers LT Joe Staley suffered a broken left fibula during Sunday’s win over St. Louis and will miss 4-6 weeks, according to Matt Maiocco of Comcast SportsNet Bay Area. Reggie Bush suffered a similar injury and missed eight weeks, so it’s possible Staley’s season could be over, especially if the team falls further [...]

Seattle Seahawks LT Russell Okung (ankle) is likely to miss Sunday’s game against Arizona, according to Coach Pete Carroll. Okung was thought to be close to returning this week, so his absence is slightly disappointing. The Seahawks offense will continue to struggle with Okung out of the lineup.

Arizona Cardinals RB Chris “Beanie” Wells returned to a limited practice Friday and is questionable to play Sunday against Seattle. Wells will likely be used sparingly, assuming he plays Sunday. Upgrade Tim Hightower for the time being. Wells is dealing with swelling in his surgically-repaired knee.

Arizona Cardinals RB Chris “Beanie” Wells (knee) received just one carry in Sunday’s loss to Minnesota. Obviously not 100% after suffering a setback with his injured knee this past week, Wells barely played Sunday. The knee has limited Wells all season and we don’t expect a big turnaround down the stretch. Tim Hightower is looking [...]

Seattle Seahawks WR Mike Williams (quad) returned to practice Friday and is listed as probable for Sunday’s game against the Giants. Williams is safe to put into fantasy lineups, although he’s not a highly recommended option with Charlie Whitehurst at quarterback this week. The Seahawks go into Sunday’s tilt with New York with an offense [...]