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The San Francisco 49ers are set to welcome back a key offensive weapon for their Week 10 matchup with the Dallas Cowboys. Wide receiver Deebo Samuel, who has been sidelined since Week 5 with a hamstring injury, has been cleared to play and carries no injury designation into Sunday's game.
Samuel initially suffered the injury against the Seattle Seahawks, and the severity raised concerns that he might miss an extended period. However, he ended up missing only three games over four weeks before returning to practice in Week 10. After being limited in the first two sessions of the week, Samuel was listed as a full participant on Friday, signaling his readiness.
Coach's Confidence
Head coach Kyle Shanahan expressed optimism about Samuel's return, telling reporters on Friday that the receiver is "a full go" for Sunday. "He had a good week. Healthy," Shanahan said. "First week back, so he's still getting back into it health-wise. I thought he took care of himself real well while he was injured and had a good week."
With Samuel back in the fold, the 49ers' receiving corps gains a dynamic playmaker. The team will also be without Mike Evans, who is ruled out with Achilles tendinitis, but the addition of veteran Keenan Allen at the trade deadline provides depth. Demarcus Robinson and Jordan Watkins are expected to see increased roles, while Allen could be worked into the game plan early.
Samuel's return comes at a crucial time as San Francisco looks to bolster its passing attack against a formidable Dallas defense. Barring any unforeseen setbacks, the former All-Pro will suit up and play in Dallas, giving the 49ers a significant boost.
Originally reported by yahoo.