This week injured 49ers linebacker Patrick Willis talked for the first time since injuring his hamstring three weeks ago.  Willis said he hopes to play on Saturday against the Seahawks and participated in his first practice on Thursday since his injury.  Willis did not participate in practice on Wednesday and he was listed as “limited” which means he might play on Saturday.

There is a chance it might rain before and during the game making the field wet and slick, which is not good for a hamstring injury.  It would be great to have Willis back on the field but only if he is 100%.  Jim Harbaugh cannot risk re-injuring Willis’ hamstring causing him to miss the rest of the season and the playoffs.  LB Larry Grant has filled in nicely for Willis with 16 tackles and five defended passes.

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