Kyle Shanahan: Deebo Samuel is “50-50” to play in NFC title game.

In a pivotal moment during Saturday’s triumph over the Packers, 49ers’ dynamic wideout Deebo Samuel exited the field early in the first quarter due to a shoulder injury, casting a cloud of uncertainty over his potential participation in the upcoming NFC Championship Game.

According to the latest intel from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the 49ers are grappling with a “50-50” likelihood of Samuel taking the field against the Lions next Sunday. Post-game, head coach Kyle Shanahan disclosed Samuel’s earnest desire to return to action but conceded that the shoulder issue, reminiscent of an earlier injury sustained against the Browns this season, impeded his comeback.

Notably, Samuel endured a hairline fracture in that previous bout, sidelining him for a fortnight. However, Ian Rapoport of NFL Media injects a glimmer of optimism into the narrative by revealing negative X-ray results for Samuel’s shoulder this time around.

The tantalizing prospect of Samuel donning the 49ers’ uniform against Detroit hinges on his practice involvement later in the week, a crucial barometer that will paint a clearer picture of his chances to stride onto the gridiron. As the countdown to the NFC Championship Game unfolds, the football world awaits with bated breath to see if Samuel can defy the odds and contribute to the 49ers’ pursuit of glory against the Lions.