49ers-Chiefs: Talanoa Hufanga progressing through concussion protocol; No sign of Charvarius Ward at practice

The San Francisco 49ers kicked off their second practice of the week as they prepare for their upcoming interconference matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs. The 49ers are among the most banged-up teams in the NFL right now, while the Chiefs are among the healthiest.

On Wednesday, San Francisco got a trio of players back on the practice field, with each hoping to play this weekend.

Defensive end Nick Bosa and safety Jimmie Ward missed this past weekend’s matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. Bosa is dealing with a groin injury, while Ward broke his hand in Week 5’s contest against the Carolina Panthers. Tackle Trent Williams returned to the practice field for the first time since suffering a high-ankle sprain during Week 3 against the Denver Broncos.

All three players were limited on Wednesday, and at least Bosa and Williams got some practice in during Thursday’s session.

Reporters observing the early portion of practice (they must leave when team drills begin) didn’t see cornerback Charvarius Ward on the field with his teammates. Ward suffered a groin injury against the Falcons.

Update: Both Wards were seen doing some work on a side field, away from practice.