San Francisco 49ers Injury Report: DE Justin Smith Has Torn Triceps

Many members of the media and fans would say the most valuable defensive players of the year are Texans defensive end J.J. Watt, 49ers outside linebacker Aldon Smith or Broncos outside linebacker Von Miller.

Sometimes, absence makes the heart grow fonder. 49ers defensive end Justin Smith’s absence due to injury may demonstrate his crucial role in one of the league’s top defenses.

According to Matt Barrows of the The Sacramento Bee, a source with knowledge of the injury claims Bleacher Report - San Francisco 49ers
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