San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Deebo Samuel Sr. is dealing with ongoing ribs and wrist injuries as the team prepares for their matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. With the 49ers already eliminated from playoff contention, quarterback Brock Purdy has been ruled out due to an elbow injury, leaving Joshua Dobbs to start in his place. Fantasy managers are advised to consider rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall as a WR3 option, especially if Samuel cannot play.

Pearsall has recently shown promise, finishing as the WR7 in PPR formats in Week 17. The Cardinals' weak pass defense could provide him with ample opportunities. Meanwhile, tight end George Kittle is also nursing injuries and may be rested to prevent further issues. If Kittle sits out, running back Isaac Guerendo and backup tight end Eric Saubert could see increased roles.

In Cincinnati, running back Chase Brown is a game-time decision due to a high-ankle sprain, with Khalil Herbert poised to take over if he cannot play. The Bengals have relied heavily on Brown this season, making Herbert's potential workload significant. Meanwhile, the Green Bay Packers are managing injuries to running backs Josh Jacobs and Chris Brooks, which could lead to increased carries for Emanuel Wilson as they face the Chicago Bears.

Lastly, the Philadelphia Eagles plan to rest key players, including wide receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, as well as running back Saquon Barkley. This opens the door for Kenneth Gainwell and Will Shipley to step up in their matchup against the New York Giants, who struggle against the run.

The San Francisco 49ers faced significant penalties during their Week 16 matchup against the Miami Dolphins, resulting in a 29-17 loss. The team was flagged 11 times for a total of 90 yards, reflecting a lack of discipline on the field. Coach Kyle Shanahan emphasized the importance of reducing penalties, stating, 'No matter what's going on, when you have penalties like that, you don't deserve to win.'

In addition to the game penalties, the NFL imposed fines on three players from the 49ers for infractions that occurred during the game but did not result in on-field penalties. Linebacker Fred Warner was fined $16,883 for a hip-drop tackle on Dolphins running back De’Von Achane, marking his second fine of the season. Defensive tackle Jordan Elliott received an $11,774 fine for a similar tackle on Raheem Mostert.

Running back Patrick Taylor was also fined for unnecessary roughness related to a low block that did not draw a penalty flag, which coincidentally resulted in a touchdown pass from quarterback Brock Purdy to tight end Eric Saubert. While other defensive players faced penalties in the second half, they escaped fines. Additionally, Dolphins safety Jevon Holland was fined for a low hit on 49ers center Jake Brendel, illustrating that both teams were under scrutiny for their conduct during the game.

The Miami Dolphins secured a crucial victory against the San Francisco 49ers, winning 29-17 and keeping their playoff hopes alive. Tua Tagovailoa threw for 215 yards and a touchdown, while Jason Sanders contributed five field goals, including a 54-yarder.

The 49ers, eliminated from playoff contention prior to the game, struggled with penalties and self-inflicted errors. Brock Purdy managed to throw for two touchdowns but was intercepted late in the game.

Despite the loss, Deebo Samuel caught a touchdown, marking his first since Week 6. The Dolphins now need to win their final two games and hope for losses from other teams to secure a playoff spot.

Nico Collins, wide receiver for the Houston Texans, is set to return for Monday Night Football against the Dallas Cowboys after missing five games due to a hamstring injury. There are no restrictions on his playing time, making him a safe start for fantasy football managers.

In other news, Jaguars wide receiver Gabe Davis is dealing with a torn meniscus and may need surgery, while the New York Giants have decided to bench quarterback Daniel Jones in favor of Tommy DeVito for their upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Additionally, George Kittle of the San Francisco 49ers is unlikely to play in his next game due to a hamstring issue, with Eric Saubert expected to start if Kittle is unable to go.