While the San Francisco 49ers may not be getting receiver Michael Crabtree back on the field Sunday, the offense will be boosted by the return of tight end Vernon Davis. Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reports that Davis is expected to play on Sunday after dealing with a concussion for the past week.
Vernon Davis injury: 49ers TE expected to play vs. Saints
The 49ers tight end is expected to be back on the field after being knocked out of last week’s game with a concussion.
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The eighth-year tight end will still need to pass a concussion test on Sunday morning prior to the game, however the 49ers fully expect Davis to be cleared for the contest against the New Orleans Saints.
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