October 19, 2008 Safety Michael Lewis left Sunday’s 29-17 loss to the Giants during the third quarter with a sprained knee, according to NFL.com.
Our View:There is no additional news on the extent of Lewis' injury. He will be examined on Sunday or Monday to determine the extent of the injury.
October 9, 2008 Michael Lewis sat out Wednesday's practice while nursing an elbow injury, according to the SF Chronicle.
Our View:Lewis is off to a solid start with 35 tackles (25 solo), one sack, and one fumble recovery, and the 49ers cannot afford to lose the strong safety this weekend against the dangerous Eagles' aerial attack. Lewis played for the Eagles from 2002-2006.
October 5, 2008 49ers safety Michael Lewis left Sunday’s game against the Patriots with an undisclosed injury, according to NFL.com. Lewis was favoring his right arm and shoulder while being checked on by trainers.
Our View:Lewis has missed some practice in the past couple of weeks with an injured elbow but it's not clear if that was the injury.
September 24, 2008 Michael Lewis didn't practice Wednesday while dealing with his injured elbow, according to the Santa Rosa Press Democrat.
Our View:Safety Keith Lewis also missed practice with a knee injury, and the 49ers' secondary looks to be vulnerable this weekend against Drew Brees and the Saints' aerial attack.
September 23, 2008 The Sacramento Bee indicates that Michael Lewis injured his elbow in Week 3 during battle with the Lions.
Our View:The team is yet to update his status, but is not expected to miss an extended period of time. He is off to a favorable start with 16 tackles (10 solo), one sack, and one fumble recovery.
