49ers Sign Matthew Judon to Practice Squad

The San Francisco 49ers announced Monday that they signed veteran edge rusher Matthew Judon to their practice squad, adding defensive-line depth as injuries sideline several players, including star pass rusher Nick Bosa. Judon’s signing does not establish whether he will be elevated to the active roster or appear in a game. Judon, 34, said the injuries influenced his decision to join San Francisco. He also pointed to his familiarity with defensive coordinator Raheem Morris, who coached him with the Atlanta Falcons, and defensive line coach Kris Kocurek. Judon described the move as a chance to help while injured players recover. Coach Kyle Shanahan said the team planned to have Judon begin with individual drills Wednesday. Shanahan said the 49ers would assess his condition and how quickly he could learn the scheme before determining whether he could help. That evaluation is still ahead; no game-day role has been confirmed. Bosa is expected to miss multiple weeks with a calf injury, according to reports. Other defensive-line absences have also depleted the group. Reports describe injuries affecting players including James Thompson Jr.