
"49ers Navigate Resting Strategy as Backups Prepare to Shine Against Rams in Season Finale"
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is faced with the challenge of balancing rest and readiness for his players in the regular season finale against the Los Angeles Rams. With the 49ers having secured the top seed in the NFC and a first-round bye, Shanahan must decide how much to play starters to maintain their sharpness for the postseason while also protecting them from injury. The team's injury situation complicates decisions, as resting some players could overburden others, potentially leading to fatigue or injury. Shanahan's approach will be to prepare the team to play the whole game but hopes to pull starters out sooner if possible, ensuring the team's best chance to reach the Super Bowl since 2019.



