The San Francisco 49ers continued their impressive run in the NFL, cruising to a 38-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders in their Week 9 matchup on Sunday to improve their record to 7-1. However, the convincing win came at a cost, with the team suffering another injury setback. Rookie defensive tackle Gracen Halton was forced to leave the field on a medical cart during the fourth quarter after appearing to injure his leg in a tackle.
Following the game, head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that Halton had fractured his left ankle and would miss the remainder of the season. The fourth-round pick had made a positive impression since joining San Francisco, establishing himself as a promising young defensive player. His injury is another major blow for a 49ers side that has already dealt with several fitness concerns this season, making his absence a significant setback despite their dominant performance against Las Vegas.
49ers Rookie DT Gracen Halton Ruled Out for Season With Fractured Ankle
The San Francisco 49ers suffered a major setback despite their convincing 38-17 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, as rookie defensive tackle Gracen Halton was ruled out for the remainder of the season with a fractured left ankle. The injury occurred with just over four minutes left in the fourth quarter, when defensive end Keion White accidentally rolled into Halton’s left foot and ankle. Halton’s ankle buckled on impact, leaving him in considerable pain. Medical staff rushed onto the field, placed his leg in an air cast and helped him onto a medical cart. The rookie was visibly emotional as he was taken off the field.
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