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Maiocco on Kwon possibly returning:
DJ Jones...
Solomon Thomas future:
Coach Kyle Shanahan described the possibility of Kwon Alexander returning in the playoffs as a “long shot.” But the organization is not going to completely rule out his return. They do not want to discourage Alexander because they love how focused he is, and how much work he is putting in to get back.
The earliest Alexander could possibly play for the 49ers would be in the NFC Championship game. So this is not a decision that has to be made any time soon. And that’s the approach the 49ers are taking. They are not spending too much time thinking about it because any decision would be several weeks down the road.
Two players can return from injured reserved for each team. The 49ers have already brought back Kentavius Street. They are keeping one spot open. (Tight end Garrett Celek was on physically-unable-to-perform, not IR.)
The 49ers considered bringing cornerback Jason Verrett off IR, but opted to re-sign Dontae Johnson, instead. So, at this point, all options remain open.
DJ Jones...
Nose tackle D.J. Jones sustained a severe high-ankle sprain. There is damage to the ligaments that connect the tibia and fibula, which means there is a painful and immobilizing separation at the place where those bones connect.
It is my understanding that Jones is definitely out for the playoffs because he is required to spend at least eight weeks on IR, and eight weeks eliminates the possibility of returning even for the Super Bowl.
Solomon Thomas future:
As the No. 3 overall pick in the 2017 draft, every penny of Solomon Thomas’ four-year contract was guaranteed. The 49ers save nothing by cutting him. If he is one of the team’s top eight defensive linemen next season – and I expect him to be – then I believe he will be on the team. That said, the 49ers will not pick up the fifth-year option for the 2021 season.