Overview
- Jim Harbaugh said Tuesday the team designated Hampton to return, starting a 21-day clock to activate him or move him to season-ending IR.
- Hampton has missed six games since a Week 5 ankle injury; the first-round pick logged 314 rushing yards and two touchdowns in five games before the setback.
- His status for Sunday against the Raiders remains uncertain, with a decision tied to how he responds to this week's ramp-up in practice.
- With Najee Harris out for the season and Hassan Haskins on IR, Kimani Vidal has led the backfield; OC Greg Roman indicated touches would be shared if Hampton is cleared to play.
- Los Angeles also opened a 21-day return window for defensive lineman Otito Ogbonnia, with reports noting the club has limited IR activations remaining.