Mike McGlinchey Injury News & Updates
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Reinstated from injured reserve
The Broncos activated McGlinchey (knee) from injured reserve ahead of Thursday night's game against the Saints, Aric DiLalla of Denver's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey landed on IR due a knee injury he sustained in Week 2 against the Steelers. His practice window opened Tuesday, and his ability to log a full practice Wednesday indicates that he's in line to return for Thursday's contest. McGlinchey started the first two games of the regular season at right tackle, and he should reclaim his starting job.
Oct 15, 2024
Designated to return from IR
The Broncos designated McGlinchey (knee) to return from injured reserve Tuesday, Susanna Weir of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey was able to participate in Tuesday's walkthrough in a limited fashion, and he could be available to return for Thursday's game against the Saints. The 2018 first-round pick sprained his MCL in Week 2 against the Steelers.
Sep 18, 2024
Shifts to IR
The Broncos placed McGlinchey (knee) on injured reserve Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
This move comes as no surprise, as Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reported Monday that McGlinchey was expected to miss one month after suffering a significant MCL sprain in Week 2. With McGlinchey sidelined for at least the next four games, Frank Crum appears to be next in line for Denver at right tackle.
Sep 16, 2024
Expected to miss one month
McGlinchey sustained a significant MCL sprain during Sunday's loss to the Steelers and is expected to miss about a month, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Garafolo also reported that evaluations are ongoing and McGlinchey's recovery timeline could be flexible, but he'll be sidelined for the immediate future regardless. With McGlinchey expected to miss roughly one month, expect Frank Crum or Matt Peart to assume the Broncos' top right tackle duties.
Sep 15, 2024
Exits early Sunday
McGlinchey exited Sunday's contest against the Steelers in the fourth quarter with an undisclosed injury, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey appeared to be favoring his left leg on his way off the field, but his exact injury is currently unknown. In his absence, Matt Peart is the most likely candidate to play right tackle.
Mar 8, 2024
Restructures deal
The Broncos restructured McGlinchey's (ribs) contract Friday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
The 29-year-old offensive lineman had been dealing with a ribs issue towards the end of Denver's 2023 campaign, but it seems as if he's moved past the issue. By restructuring McGlinchey's contract, the Broncos were able to create another $11 million in cap space, per Yates. McGlinchey still has four years remaining on his contract and he's expected to remain Denver's starting right tackle in 2024.
Jan 6, 2024
Lands on IR
The Broncos placed McGlinchey (ribs) on injured reserve Saturday, Aric DiLalla of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
In a corresponding move, Denver activated Alex Palczewski (hand) from injured reserve. McGlinchey started in the first 16 games for the Broncos this season, but he will miss the regular-season finale. Head coach Sean Payton announced Saturday that Cam Fleming will start at right tackle Sunday.
Jan 6, 2024
Won't play Week 18
McGlinchey (ribs) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Raiders.
ANALYSIS
The veteran offensive lineman sustained a ribs injury during the Broncos' Week 17 win over the Chargers, and after a week of no practice participation, he'll be inactive Sunday. With McGlinchey missing Denver's season finale, expect Cameron Fleming to get an opportunity to start at right tackle.
Dec 31, 2023
Won't return vs. Los Angeles
McGlinchey (ribs) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Chargers, Ryan McFadden of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
With McGlinchy done for the day, Cameron Fleming will take over at right tackle for the remainder of Sunday's contest.
Dec 31, 2023
Sustains rib injury
McGlinchey (ribs) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Chargers, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey sustained the rib injury in the first quarter and went into the medical tent with trainers. Cameron Fleming has replaced McGlinchey at right tackle.
Aug 22, 2023
Back at practice
McGlinchey (knee) returned to practice Tuesday, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey suffered a knee sprain in practice Aug. 8 and was expected to miss two-to-three weeks with the injury. Now, exactly two weeks later the 28-year-old has returned, which is good news for the Broncos offensive line. The Notre Dame product joined Denver as a free agent this offseason and is expected to be the team's starter at right tackle.
Aug 8, 2023
Out 2 to 3 weeks
McGlinchey sustained a knee sprain during practice Tuesday and will miss two to three weeks, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey could be in jeopardy of missing the entire preseason after signing with the Broncos on a five-year, $85 million deal this offseason. While this injury shouldn't affect his availability for Week 1 versus Las Vegas, the 28-year-old's health could be a significant factor for Denver's offense, as he's expected to fill a starting role at right tackle in 2023.
Aug 8, 2023
Injured in practice
McGlinchey suffered a lower-body injury during practice Tuesday, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey got rolled up and limped off the field with a trainer. It's unclear how severe the injury may be, if at all, or what the specific injury is. The Notre Dame product signed a five-year, $87.5 million deal with the team in March with the expectations that he'd be their starting right tackle, so it'd be bad news for the Broncos if he were to miss any kind of extended period of time.
Mar 13, 2023
Heading to Mile High
The Broncos signed McGlinchey to a five-year, $87.5 million contract Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey is now in line to relocate from San Francisco to Denver following the new deal that he just signed which includes $50 million in guaranteed money. The 6-foot-8 tackle helped a run-heavy 49ers offense reach the playoffs in three out of his five seasons with the team.
Oct 21, 2022
Good to go
McGlinchey (calf) is absent from the 49ers' final injury report ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey left last week's loss to the Falcons early due to a calf injury and has subsequently been limited at practice this week. Barring any setbacks, he looks ready to take on his usual workload at right tackle.
Oct 20, 2022
Logs limited practice Thursday
McGlinchey (calf) was listed as a limited participant during Thursday's practice, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey exited Sunday's contest versus the Falcons with a calf injury and ultimately failed to return. Despite that, the 310-pounder's ability to practice in a limited fashion Thursday is a step in the right direction regarding his Week 7 availability against the Chiefs. While Trent Williams (ankle) returned to practice Wednesday and is also currently listed as questionable, Jaylon Moore, Daniel Brunskill and Blake Hance are candidates to take on expanded roles on San Fran's offensive line should either of the two tackles eventually be ruled out Sunday versus Kansas City.
Oct 16, 2022
Will not return
McGlinchey (calf) is out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Falcons, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey's absence is a big blow to the 49ers offensive line, which is already down Trent Williams (ankle). Blake Hance should step in at right tackle while McGlinchey is sidelined.
Sep 8, 2022
Logs a full practice
McGlinchey (knee) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey has missed some practice time throughout the last month, as he's been recovering from quadriceps and knee injuries. However, the big offensive lineman's return to full capacity during Thursday's session indicates that he'll be ready to go Week 1 against the Bears.
Aug 13, 2022
Will sit out practice this week
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said Saturday that McGlinchey (knee) will be sidelined for the team's practices in Minnesota this week, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey appears to have irritated the interior of his knee and the team is planning to "be smart with him this week," as he sits out practice, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports. Shanahan also added that there is nothing wrong structurally with the starting right tackle's knee, so the team's decision appears to be largely precautionary at this point of the preseason.
Jul 30, 2022
Back on practice field
McGlinchey participated during team drills in the 49ers' practice Saturday, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey started the first eight games of the 2021 season for San Francisco before suffering a season-ending quadriceps injury in November. This return to on-field activities should be an encouraging sign for the 27-year-old offensive tackle's return to play by Week 1.
May 24, 2022
Present at OTAs
McGlinchey is not participating at OTAs, as he's still undergoing rehab on the torn quadriceps he suffered last year, Cam Inman of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey said back in April that he was confident he'd be ready for training camp, but that is still up in the air at this point. Otherwise, the fact that McGlinchey is present is an encouraging sign that he'll likely be able to resume his role as San Francisco's starting right tackle come Week 1.
Apr 25, 2022
Confident he'll be ready for camp
McGlinchey (quadriceps) said Monday that he's confident he'll be ready for training camp, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey tore his quadriceps during Week 9 last season and missed the remainder of the campaign. He's currently not participating in team drills during voluntary workouts, but he said he has four months to "hone in, build strength and get conditioning back" before training camp starts.
Nov 10, 2021
Lands on IR
McGlinchey (quadriceps) was placed on the 49ers' injured reserve list Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey suffered a quadriceps injury against the Cardinals in Week 10 and is expected to miss the remainder of the season. The offensive tackle is slated to undergo surgery on his torn quadriceps injury. With McGlinchey placed on the 49ers' IR, the team elected to activate Colton McKivitz to their active roster. Expect rookie Jaylon Moore to be a leading candidate to step into the now-open starting right tackle role.
Nov 9, 2021
Set for surgery
McGlinchey is scheduled to undergo surgery to address a torn quadriceps injury, Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey has already been ruled out for the season, so it's not too surprising to hear that his injury will require surgery. In his stead, rookie Jaylon Moore and 32-year-old Tom Compton could both be candidates to step into the starting right tackle role for the rest of the year.
Nov 8, 2021
Out for season
McGlinchey (quadriceps) is out for the season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey left early Sunday against the Cardinals with the injury and never returned. Jaylon Moore will likely move into the starting right tackle role moving forward. McGlinchey, the 2018 first-round selection of San Francisco, will now try to be ready for the 2022 season.
Nov 7, 2021
Doesn't return Sunday
McGlinchey (knee) didn't return to Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey was forced out of Sunday's matchup in the first half. If the 26-year-old is forced to miss additional time, Tom Compton will likely step into a starting role.
Nov 7, 2021
Injures knee Sunday
McGlinchey (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Cardinals, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey injured his knee in the first half of the 49ers' Week 9 matchup against the Cardinals. If he is unable to return, then Tom Compton will likely take over at right tackle for the remainder of Sunday's contest.
Apr 26, 2021
49ers pick up fifth-year option
San Francisco exercised McGlinchey's fifth-year option for 2022 on Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
The 26-year-old has started 44 of 48 games since being selected during the first round in the 2018 draft, so it's not much of a surprise to see the 49ers picking up the option. McGlinchey worked at right tackle the past two seasons and figures to operate there again in 2021.
Aug 10, 2020
Spent offseason rehabbing knee
McGlinchey spent the offseason at the 49ers' facility in order to rehab from a PRP procedure on his right knee, David Lombardi of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey attempted to tough out the knee injury early last season before undergoing arthroscopic surgery on Oct. 9 and missing four games. He returned and played out the string through the 49ers' Super Bowl run, after which he presumably had the second procedure. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, only players in recovery mode could step foot at team facilities, and McGlinchey appears to have taken advantage, calling himself a "much more functional athlete and stronger football player," per Lombardi.
Nov 11, 2019
All clear Monday
McGlinchey (knee) will play in Monday's divisional matchup with Seattle.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey logged limited practice time throughout the week, and as evidenced by this news, will return to the lineup for the first time since Week 5. He's expected to strengthen the offensive line in his usal role as the team's starting right tackle.
Nov 9, 2019
Questionable after limited sessions
McGlinchey (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's matchup against Seattle.
ANALYSIS
McGlinchey logged a trio of limited practices during the week, so he's tentatively on track to get back out there in Week 10, strengthening an already potent 49ers ground game.
Nov 5, 2019
Returns to practice
McGlinchey (knee) was a participant in Tuesday's practice, Matt Barrows of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
The extent of McGlinchey's participation in Tuesday's practice is unclear at this point, but the appearance is a promising sign for the right tackle after he underwent a knee scope in early October. He may have a shot at playing in Monday's tilt against the Seahawks, though a return to game action in Week 11 against the Cardinals might be more realistic.
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