Deommodore Lenoir Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Cardinals vs 49ers game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Sep 3, 2025
Recovered from hip injury
Lenoir (hip) was not listed on the 49er's injury report Wednesday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir was limited to just one preseason game due to a lingering hip injury that popped up in late July. He appears to be over the issue and is in line to suit up for Sunday's regular-season opener against Seattle. The 2021 fifth-rounder is expected to step up as the 49ers' top CB after Charvarius Ward signed with the Colts during the offseason.
Jul 31, 2025
Missing time with hip injury
Lenoir is expected to miss the next few practices with a hip injury, David Lombardi of SFStandard.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir wrapped up the 2024 season dealing with a shoulder injury but had been practicing to begin training camp. Lenoir made 15 regular-season starts last season, logging 85 tackles (53 solo) and nine pass breakups, including a pair of interceptions.
Jul 31, 2025
Healthy start to camp
Lenoir (shoulder) was spotted taking reps during this week's training camp practice sessions, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir matched up with new teammate Demarcus Robinson in padded practice in what was described as a spirited battle. This is a positive sign for the 25-year-old Lenoir, who finished the 2024 campaign nursing a shoulder injury. Now healthy, Lenoir will resume his role as the 49ers' top corner after setting a new career high in combined tackles (85) last season.
Jan 17, 2025
Another strong campaign
Lenoir (shoulder) finished with 85 tackles (53 solo), two interceptions and one forced fumble across 15 starts in 2024.
ANALYSIS
Fresh off of a five-year contract extension, Lenoir proved to be worth the paycheck with nearly identical stats to his stellar 2023 campaign. The 25-year-old did suffer a shoulder injury in Week 17 and wound up missing two games overall this year. Assuming the injury isn't too serious, Lenoir is lined up to be a fixture in San Francisco's secondary for years to come.
Jan 3, 2025
Won't play Sunday
Lenoir (shoulder) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Cardinals, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir appears to have sustained a shoulder injury in the 49ers' Week 17 loss to the Lions, despite playing 100 percent of the team's defensive snaps and recording nine total tackles. The Oregon product was unable to practice all week due to this issue, making it no surprise he won't suit up in Week 18. With Lenoir sidelined Sunday, Rock Ya-Sin or Isaac Yiadom (pelvis, questionable) will likely serve as one of San Francisco's starting cornerbacks.
Jan 1, 2025
DNP on Wednesday
Lenoir (shoulder) did not practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir had previously battled a knee issue late last month and into December, so the shoulder injury appears to be a new ailment for the Niners' slot corner. San Francisco has already been eliminated from playoff contention, so the team may choose to err on the side of caution regarding its injured players for Sunday's season finale against Arizona.
Dec 6, 2024
Good to go for Week 14
Lenoir (knee) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Bears and is expected to play.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir missed last Sunday night's loss to the Bills but appears ready to return after a one-week absence. As the Niners' top slot cornerback, Lenoir should see plenty of Keenan Allen in this matchup.
Dec 5, 2024
Full practice Thursday
Lenoir (knee) was a full participant at the 49ers' practice Thursday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir appears to be on track to return to the field Sunday versus the Bears after missing the team's Week 13 loss to the Bills with a knee injury. The 25-year-old will likely be back in his starting role at slot cornerback as the 49ers have entered into must-win territory against Chicago.
Dec 4, 2024
Limited to open week
Lenoir (knee) was a limited participant at San Francisco's practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir made his return to practice Wednesday after missing the team's Week 13 loss to the Bills with a knee injury. The cornerback will have two more chances to increase level of participation at practice before Sunday's crucial matchup with the Bears at home.
Nov 29, 2024
Will miss first game of season
Lenoir (knee) has been ruled out of Sunday's Week 13 matchup against the Bills, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir underwent an MRI on his knee Monday and didn't practice at all this week. His absence Sunday will mark the first regular-season contest he's missed his rookie 2021 campaign. Though Lenoir being sidelined Sunday will undoubtedly be a blow to San Francisco's secondary, the team will be getting back Charvarius Ward (personal) from a three-game absence.
Nov 27, 2024
Not practicing Wednesday
Lenoir (knee) will not practice Wednesday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir knocked knees with another player last Sunday against the Packers and underwent an MRI on the knee Monday. The results of that MRI aren't yet known, but Lenoir's starting his practice week with a DNP. Isaac Yiadom and Rock Ya-Sin are the Niners' lone healthy cornerbacks at the moment.
Nov 25, 2024
Goes for MRI
Lenoir underwent an MRI done on his knee Monday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir seemingly suffered the injury in Sunday's loss to the Packers, despite the Oregon product playing his typical snap count. His status for the week ahead likely won't be known until the team receives his MRI results.
Nov 18, 2024
Continues steady work as tackler
Lenoir recorded eight tackles (all solo) Sunday in a Week 11 loss to the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir tied for the team lead in stops with Renardo Green. The eight tackles tied Lenoir's season-high mark, which he has established on three other occasions. Since Week 5, Lenoir has posted at least six stops in each of his six contests.
Nov 12, 2024
Reaches five-year extension
Lenoir and the 49ers agreed to a five-year, $92 million extension Tuesday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir was in the final year of his rookie contract and was set to enter free agency in 2025, but the extension Tuesday ensures he will be part of San Francisco's long-term plans. Taken in the fifth round of the 2021 NFL Draft, Lenoir has been a key piece to the 49ers' secondary and entered the regular season off the heels of a career year in 2023, during which he registered 84 tackles (58 solo) and 10 pass defenses (including three interceptions) over 17 regular-season games. Through the first nine regular-season games of 2024, Lenoir has accumulated 53 tackles (33 solo), one forced fumble and six pass defenses (including two picks).
Oct 27, 2024
Active Sunday night
Lenoir (illness) is active for Sunday Night Football against the Cowboys, Lindsey Pallares of the 49ers' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The cornerback popped up on Friday's injury report with the illness and was listed as questionable. Lenoir has played on at least 96 percent of the defensive snaps in all seven of the 49ers' games this season. The fourth-year pro has 40 tackles (25 solo), five passes defensed and an interception.
Oct 25, 2024
Limited Friday due to illness
Lenoir (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir popped up on the 49ers' injury report Friday as a limited participant due to an illness. It's unclear how severe it is, but if it persists into the weekend, the 2021 fifth-round pick could be sidelined for Sunday's contest. If Lenoir is indeed inactive, then Renardo Green would be the likely candidate to serve as the 49ers' nickel corner.
Oct 22, 2024
Intercepts pass in loss
Lenoir recorded eight tackles (six solo), an interception and a pass breakup in Sunday's 28-18 loss to the Chiefs.
ANALYSIS
The cornerback also played on at least 96 percent of the defensive snaps for the seventh time in seven games this season. Lenoir has 40 tackles (25 solo), five passes defensed and an interception in 2024.
Oct 7, 2024
Returns blocked FG for TD
Lenoir had eight tackles (three solo) and a touchdown off of a returned blocked kick in Sunday's 24-23 loss to Arizona.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir received a birthday gift from teammate Jordan Elliott when the defensive tackle blocked a field-goal attempt that the cornerback returned for a score. The now 25-year-old Lenoir also finished third on the team in tackles. Lenoir is thriving in his role as a starting corner for the 49ers so far in 2024.
Feb 13, 2024
Elevates game with role in 2023
Lenoir logged 933 snaps on defense as a starter in 2023, finishing with 84 tackles (58 solo), 10 pass defenses and three interceptions across 17 games.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir took over for Emmanuel Moseley -- who signed with Detroit last offseason -- as the 49ers' starting corner opposite Charvarius Ward. Lenoir occupied the elevated role without issue, also posting career highs in both tackles and interceptions to boot. The third-year defensive back figures to continue starting for San Francisco in 2024 as he enters the final year of his rookie deal.
Jan 1, 2024
Grabs third INT of the season
Lenoir finished Sunday's 27-10 win over the Commanders with three tackles (two solo) and an interception.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir picked off Sam Howell midway through the fourth quarter on a pass intended for Byron Pringle. Lenoir has 83 tackles (57 solo), 10 passes defended and three interceptions -- all career highs -- over 16 games this season. He likely won't see the field all too much in the 49ers' regular season-finale with the team locked into the top seed in the NFC.
Dec 21, 2023
Practices Thursday
Lenoir (ribs) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir recorded nine tackles and a pass defensed in the 49ers' Week 15 win over the Cardinals before exiting with his injury. The third-year pro has 76 tackles, eight passes defensed and two interceptions this season.
Dec 19, 2023
Leading tackler in win
Lenoir (ribs) registered nine tackles (eight solo) and a pass deflection in San Francisco's 45-29 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir tied Fred Warner for the most tackles recorded on the team despite exiting the game early due to a ribs injury. The 24-year-old will now focus on getting healthy and attempt to play in the team's upcoming matchup versus the Ravens.
Dec 18, 2023
Dealing with ribs injury
Lenoir is day-to-day with ribs injury, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir is still dealing with a ribs injury that caused him to exit Sunday's victory over the Cardinals early. If the 24-year-old ends up being forced to miss the team's upcoming matchup versus the Ravens, Ambry Thomas should start at corner Lenoir's place.
Dec 17, 2023
Won't return Sunday
Lenoir (ribs) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
With Lenoir out and the 49ers up large late in the fourth quarter, Ambry Thomas will take over at corner opposite Charvarius Ward. Lenoir had nine tackles (eight solo) before exiting Sunday's contest.
Oct 17, 2023
Snags INT in loss to Browns
Lenoir recorded five tackles (four solo), one pass defensed and one interception during Sunday's 19-17 loss to Cleveland.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir grabbed his second interception of the season courtesy of P. J. Walker, though his performance wasn't enough to secure a victory for San Francisco during the narrow Week 6 loss. Still, Lenoir has been a consistent playmaker for the 49ers this season, and he remains on the IDP radar heading into a Monday Night Football matchup against Minnesota.
Sep 19, 2023
Intercepts pass in Week 2
Lenoir recorded nine tackles (eight solo) and an interception in Sunday's 30-23 win at the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir broke the Rams' spirits late in the fourth quarter on a play where he had Van Jefferson in a vice grip, ultimately getting between Jefferson and an ill-advised third-down pass from Matthew Stafford. He's played great football so far this season and could even return IDP value if he continues at his current pace.
Feb 7, 2023
Shows flashes in 2022
Lenoir finished with 79 tackles (54 solo), a sack and an interception in 17 regular-season games.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir had to step into a starter's role after Jason Verrett and Emmanuel Moseley suffered season-ending injuries midseason. The 2021 fifth-round pick did not perform well in coverage, but it resulted in a high tackle total. Lenoir did show some improvements later in the year, so he might have done enough to fight for a starting spot across Charvarius Ward in training camp next season.
Dec 27, 2022
Big game in Week 16
Lenoir totaled nine tackles (six solo) and a pass defense against the Commanders during Saturday's 37-20 victory.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir set a season high with 10 stops against Seattle in Week 15, and he almost matched that total one week later versus Washington. The second-year cornerback has emerged as a steady starter this season for San Francisco. Though his totals of 65 tackles, one sack and one interception aren't noisy in IDP fantasy leagues, his numbers over the past two weeks may at least put him on the radar.
Jan 10, 2022
Returns from COVID list
Lenoir (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir missed Week 18 after landing on the COVID-19 list last Wednesday, but he's back on the active roster ahead of the start of the playoffs. He saw significant defensive snaps the first three weeks of the season but has otherwise primarily played special teams.
Jan 6, 2022
Heads to COVID list
The 49ers placed Lenoir (illness) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir was placed on the COVID list due to a positive test, per Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston. The rookie fourth-round pick has only played a reserve role in his last 10 appearances.
Nov 4, 2021
Absent from injury report
Lenoir (personal) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir missed Sunday's win over the Bears due to personal reasons, but he's back at practice Wednesday. The rookie fifth-round pick played a heavy role across the first three weeks of the season but was a healthy scratch Week 7 before sitting out Sunday.
Oct 31, 2021
Ruled out due to personal reasons
Lenoir (personal) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Bears, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir played a major role for San Francisco's secondary during the first three weeks of the season, playing at least 40-plus defensive snaps in each game. However, the 22-year-old cornerback hasn't been a part of the defensive game plan over the past three contests, so his absence shouldn't affect the 49ers' rotations.
Sep 13, 2021
Starts at cornerback
Lenoir started at cornerback in Sunday's 41-33 win over the Lions, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
ANALYSIS
Lenoir had an impressive camp and was rewarded with a starting role since Emmanuel Moseley (knee) was held out. The 2021 fifth-rounder recorded three tackles (two solo) during the season opener, but he could return to a depth role once Moseley and Josh Norman (coach's decision) are cleared to play.
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