Javon Kinlaw Fantasy

The San Francisco 49ers will be without defensive lineman Javon Kinlaw (knee) for Week 16 against the Cardinals on Saturday. Cornerback Emmanuel Moseley (hamstring), who was questionable, will play. Cornerback Richard Sherman (calf) also will not play for San Francisco's defense. The Niners defense hasn't been terrible this year, but they just haven't had a ton of upside ever since losing All-Pro pass-rusher Nick Bosa to a season-ending injury early in the year. Not having veteran cornerback Sherman in the fold is also bad news against an offense featuring quarterback Kyler Murray and leading receiver DeAndre Hopkins. Fantasy managers shouldn't be looking to the 49ers Defense for league-winning upside this week.

Dec. 26th • 3:12 PM

The San Francisco 49ers placed rookie defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw on the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday. The first-round has recorded 22 tackles (10 solo), three quarterback hits, three passes defensed and 1.5 sacks in 10 games (eight starts) to begin his NFL career. Even if Kinlaw actually tested positive for COVID-19, he should have plenty of time to clear the league's protocols and play in Week 12 against the division-rival Rams. The 49ers are currently on their bye in Week 11, so the timing is good for Kinlaw and San Francisco's defensive line. The Niners defense was an attractive fantasy unit coming into the season, but they've been decimated by injuries and won't be a strong consideration against LA.

Nov. 18th • 5:22 PM

The San Francisco 49ers moved back a spot from No. 13 and selected South Carolina defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw with the No. 14 overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft on Thursday. Kinlaw reminds some of Richard Seymour with a long and powerful frame, but he'll need to play with leverage in the NFL to be successful for the Niners. He showed great pass-rushing ability with his long arms and create havoc on the interior. Kinlaw should help replace DeForest Buckner on the defensive line for a San Francisco defense that was already one of the best units in the league in 2019. They just got a lot better. The Niners defense should be one of the top defensive units drafted in the later rounds.

Apr. 23rd • 10:03 PM