49ers' Campbell Refuses to Play, Coach Shanahan Rules Him Out for Rest of Season

On Thursday night, the San Francisco 49ers faced a tough loss against the Rams, with notable drama around linebacker De’Vondre Campbell who refused to enter the game when called upon. After the match, head coach Kyle Shanahan was direct in stating that Campbell would not be playing for the rest of the season. The incident happened in the third quarter when Campbell was asked to step in after Dre Greenlaw felt some discomfort. Instead of joining the game, Campbell walked straight to the locker room. Shanahan later mentioned the team was still discussing the situation.Teammates had strong reactions to Campbell's decision. Tight end George Kittle called it “selfish, ” saying everyone in the team would eagerly play if asked. Cornerback Charvarius Ward was also critical, feeling that Campbell should have informed the team beforehand if he didn't want to play. The game itself was low-scoring, with both teams struggling to find their rhythm. The 49ers managed a field goal, but the Rams secured the win with three field goals in the fourth quarter and a key interception. Despite the loss of touchdowns, Rams coach Sean McVay praised his team for their resilience. The 49ers now sit at 6-8, while the Rams improve to 8-6, boosting their playoff chances. The game marked the first time in 152 meetings between the two teams that neither scored a touchdown through the first three quarters.