Warner, Bosa playing for ‘integrity’ with 49ers’ playoff hopes gone

Santa Clara: So, the 49ers are in a bit of a rough spot this season. For the first time since 2020, they’re heading into their last two games without a shot at the playoffs. It’s a tough pill to swallow, especially after last year’s success.

You know, outside the locker room, people are saying star players should sit out to avoid injuries. But inside? It’s a different vibe. Coach Kyle Shanahan is keeping the pressure on, and the players are all in. He’s telling them it’s about facing reality and doing their jobs.

Bosa and Warner are both super focused, even though they know the season is pretty much over. Bosa mentioned how it’s not where they want to be, especially compared to last year. But he’s proud of how they’re staying engaged and committed to finishing strong.

Warner, who’s been playing through an ankle fracture, is all about integrity. He wouldn’t even think about sitting out. He believes it’s important to represent the team and the game, no matter the circumstances.

With a bunch of players on injured reserve, the team looks different from the start of the season. But that’s not an excuse for Warner or Bosa. They’re ready to give it their all, just like they would if they were still in the playoff hunt.

Shanahan reminded everyone that the goal is always to compete for the Super Bowl. Even if some players haven’t been in this situation before, they need to keep pushing. Once you start thinking it’s okay to slack off, that’s when things really start to go downhill.