SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Jimmy Garoppolo is on track to reprise his starting role for the 49ers on Sunday night against the Colts.
Likely missing from Garoppolo’s shadow, for the first start this season, will be Trey Lance.
Lance’s sprained left knee will keep him out of practice Wednesday, as was the case Monday when the 49ers reunited after last week’s bye.
Coach Kyle Shanahan said there’s been no change in the initial diagnosis of Lance’s left knee, in which a mild sprain was discovered the day after his starting debut at Arizona, a 17-10 loss. Lance has been told to say off his feet, and he’ll do some light throwing after practice today, Shanahan said.
“We were hoping he’d go this week. Doesn’t look like it,” Shanahan added. “I’d be surprised if he’s not ready to go next week.”
The 49ers (2-3) are on a three-game losing streak heading into their prime-time game against the Colts (2-4). After that, the 49ers will visit the Chicago Bears on Halloween.
Garoppolo practiced Monday in his first action since injuring his right calf two weeks earlier. He was to be a limited participant Wednesday but Shanahan indicated they’d test Garoppolo as much as possible to see how his calf responded.
“I know he’s limited because we have to make sure he can do everything,” Shanahan said. “We’ll have a much better idea today. But I’m pretty optimistic about it.”
So is Garoppolo. He says his right calf feels “real good” and benefitted from his bye-week rehabilitation.
“It’s that time of year. Time to grind,” Garoppolo said.
OTHER INJURIES
Left tackle Trent Williams (elbow, ankle) will be held out of practice, as will defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw, who’s been hindered by a knee issue all year.
It’s unknown if linebacker Marcell Harris (thumb) will participate after missing Monday’s practice and undergoing surgery last week.
