Kaepernick shoulder ends his season

SANTA CLARA, CALIF.— Colin Kaepernick has been placed on season-ending injured reserve, possibly signalling an end to his time with the San Francisco 49ers. Kaepernick, 28, began the week with a shoulder issue, but was listed as probable Friday to back up Blaine Gabbert on Sunday. But after the team submitted the injury report, Kaepernick said the shoulder wasn’t making any progress and asked about his options. Kaepernick’s $11.9-million 2016 contract would become fully guaranteed if he’s still on the roster April 1.