49ers RB Frank Gore (knee) confirmed that he fully expects to play against the Cardinals this weekend.  He sat out Wednesday as what he called a rest day, but will get back on the practice field today.  "Yeah I'll play," Gore said. "I'll play good."  We'll have another update on Friday, but go ahead and pencil Gore into your starting lineup.

49ers RB Frank Gore (knee, ankle) did not practice on Wednesday.  We wouldn't expect him to practice much at all this week, but he'll likely be out their on gameday.  Gore will be a risk/reward RB2 play this week.

49ers beat writer Matt Maiocco reports that the knee injury RB Frank Gore suffered this past Sunday is just a bruise.  He never even went for an MRI.  "He's walking fine," Maiocco observed.  Gore is banged-up, but he'll be fine for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

49ers RB Frank Gore doesn't believe the knee injury he suffered Sunday is serious.  "I'll be fine," he said. "I could have played, but (RBs) coach (Tom) Rathman didn't want me to play. Be smart – he said we've got a long season."  All signs point to Gore playing against the Cardinals this coming weekend, but we still wouldn't be surprised to see his workload limited a bit.  He's on pace for 318 touches, which would be his most since 2006.

49ers HC Jim Harbaugh expects RB Frank Gore (knee, ankle) to play against the Cardinals next weekend.  Gore came into this Sunday's game with a sprained ankle, and then tweaked his knee near the end of the 1st half.  He played just a few snaps in the 2nd.  Even if Gore is active next weekend, we might see the 'Niners limit his touches.  Rookie RB Kendall Hunter has played well in spot duty this year.  It's definitely a situation worth monitoring.

49ers RB Frank Gore has been on the sidelines for most of the 2nd half after tweaking his knee.  Entering the game with a bum ankle, he's been completely ineffective, carrying 6 times for 0 yards.  It's unclear if Gore will get back in the game today.

As expected, 49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) is active for today's game against the Giants.  He was listed as probable, so the injury shouldn't be a real issue.  Gore is looking for his 6th-straight 100-yard rushing game.

Despite being limited in practice all week, 49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Giants.  He won't be at 100%, but all signs point to Gore receiving a full workload.  He played well through a sprained ankle earlier this season and should be in fantasy lineups this week against New York's 19th-ranked defense against RBs.

49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) was limited again in Thursday's practice.  He reportedly looked better than he did on Wednesday, though, and Gore confirmed that he fully expects to play against the Giants this weekend.   "I feel good," he said. "I'll go out and practice today and practice Friday and get ready for Sunday."  He's safe to pencil into fantasy lineups, although we'd like to see him graduate to a full practice on Friday.

49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) put in a limited practice on Wednesday.  The fact that he practiced at all is a good sign, although beat writer Matt Maiocco noticed Gore "clearly favoring" the ankle in warmups.  He should be ready for this weekend's game against the Giants, but we'll continue to update his status leading up to game time.

49ers RB Frank Gore underwent x-rays on his ankle Monday but didn't sound concerned.  "Checking up on some things," Gore said. "I'll be all right."  We'll continue to monitor his status, but he should be fine for Sunday's game against the Giants.  He's riding a streak of 5-straight 100-yard rushing games.

49ers RB Frank Gore sprained his right ankle in the 2nd quarter of Sunday's win over the Redskins.  It's the opposite ankle that he tweaked earlier this season.  Gore was able to finish out the game, though, and didn't show any ill-effects.  But he was reportedly "not moving too well" afterwards.  He may be limited in practice this week, but Gore should be fine for Sunday's game against the Giants.

As expected, 49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) is active for today's game against the Bucs.  He's healthier than he was last week and will serve as San Fran's clear lead back.  Look for RB Kendall Hunter to mix in for only 6-10 touches.

49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) practiced all week and is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Bucs.  He's healthier than he was last week and will resume lead back duties.  Expect RB Kendall Hunter to mix in for only a handful of touches.

49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) put in a limited practice on Wednesday.  He came out of last Sunday's big game without suffering a setback and is good for go for this weekend's game against the Bucs.

49ers RB Frank Gore says his right ankle is feeling better now than it did at this point last week.  He plans on putting in a full week of practice.  RB Kendall Hunter will likely continue to mix in for 6-10 touches per game, but Gore remains San Fran's workhorse. 

49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) is active for today's game against the Eagles, but RB Kendall Hunter will get the start.  There's a good chance that the rookie ends up with more touches.  He's still a risky fantasy play though.  Gore needs to be on benches.

Conflicting reports on 49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) this morning.  Contrary to an earlier report that Gore wouldn't play against the Eagles today, ESPN's Sal Paolantonio is now reporting that Gore will start the game.  We'll find out his official status in about an hour.  If he's active, we'd recommend benching both Gore and backup RB Kendall Hunter.

Fox Sports' John Czarnecki hears that 49ers RB Frank Gore (ankle) will be inactive for today's game against the Eagles.  We'd consider this more speculation than a report.  Still, it's a reminder that Gore belongs on fantasy benches this week.  If he is out, RB Kendall Hunter would be a good bet for 15+ touches.  He'd be a low-end RB2 option.

Even if RB Frank Gore (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Eagles, the 49ers are likely to go with a committee at RB.  Beat writer Matt Maiocco believes RBs Kendall Hunter and Anthony Dixon will both get "plenty of playing time."  A similar message came straight from OC Greg Roman.  "I think it's somewhat probable you'll see all 3," he said of Gore, Hunter, and Dixon.  Although the Eagles have struggled stopping the run so far this year, you're better off avoiding the Niners backfield this week.