The San Francisco 49ers have been ravaged by injuries, and while that has decimated their depth, it has opened the door for opportunities. We have seen numerous young players take advantage of opportunities this season, but we have also seen some veterans step up. The most notable might be defensive end Leger Douzable.
The 49ers defensive line was viewed as a strength coming into the season. It was anchored by DeForest Buckner and Arik Armstead, with Solomon Thomas looked to as another long-term piece. However, injuries have struck there as much as almost anywhere else, and the team has had to bring in some free agents to shore up the depth.