NaVorro Bowman to return to practice

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Bowman told ESPN last Sunday that he still had pain in the knee and wasn't sure when doctors might clear him to practice.

The team sent him for a follow-up MRI that indicated no reason for concern.

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The Niners have until Tuesday to start a 21-day window for Bowman to practice in an attempt to be activated to the 53-man roster or miss the entire season.

Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio had said it was possible the team would shut down Bowman for the entire season, but it now appears that -- barring a setback -- the team will evaluate the player in practice sessions with the goal of having him play this season.