The San Francisco 49ers' defense took a hit on Thursday when star defensive end Nick Bosa was listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles due to a hip injury. Bosa, who is one of the best pass rushers in the NFL, is dealing with a hip pointer, which is a bruise or strain of the hip flexor muscles. He did not practice on Thursday and is considered day-to-day.

Bosa has had a history of hip injuries, having missed four games last season with a core muscle injury that required surgery. He also missed the first two games of this season with a groin injury. Bosa's hip pointer injury is believed to be less severe than his previous injuries, but it could still limit his effectiveness on Sunday if he plays.

The 49ers defense is one of the best in the NFL, but they are significantly weaker without Bosa on the field. Bosa is a game-changer who can create pressure on the quarterback and force turnovers. In his absence, the 49ers will need other players to step up, such as Samson Ebukam and Charles Omenihu.

The Eagles offense is one of the most explosive in the NFL, led by quarterback Jalen Hurts and wide receiver A.J. Brown. The 49ers' defense will have their hands full even with Bosa on the field, but his absence would make the task even more difficult. The Eagles are averaging 28.1 points per game this season, which is tied for the fifth-most in the NFL.

The 49ers are hoping that Bosa will be able to play on Sunday, but his status is up in the air. If Bosa is unable to play, the 49ers' defense will be significantly weakened, and the Eagles' offense will be a major threat. The 49ers will need to find other players to step up and fill the void left by Bosa if they want to win on Sunday.

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