Mike Davis Injury: Updates on 49ers RB's Hand and Return

The San Francisco 49ers announced backup running back Mike Davis suffered a hand injury against the St. Louis Rams in Week 8 that required surgery. He has been placed on the short-term IR.

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Davis Placed on S

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Davis Hits Injured Reserve/Designated for Return List

Friday, Nov. 6

The 49ers formally announced the move after Davis was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons.

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Latest on Davis' Practice Status

Friday, Nov. 6

The 49ers announced Davis did not participate in practice this week.

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Davis Undergoes Hand Surgery

Wednesday, Nov. 4

Head coach Jim Tomsula announced Davis' procedure, per Matt Barrows of the Sacramento Bee. Ian Rapoport of NFL Network noted on Monday that once the surgery is complete, Davis will "know for sure how long he's out."

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Davis Adds to Injury Issues in 49ers Backfield

Before his exit, Davis received a season-high 10 carries, rushing for four yards. He was forced to assume a larger role in the offense after Reggie Bush slipped on the concrete next to the playing surface at the Edward Jones Dome and left the game, per ESPN's John Clayton.

With a foot injury keeping Carlos Hyde out for the game, the Niners now need to rely on their third-string running back, Kendall Gaskins, to serve as the bellwether for the ground game.

Due to all of the injuries, the 49ers signed free agent Shaun Draghn.