SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Pro Bowl running back Frank Gore missed the San Francisco 49ers’ practice Thursday after the death of his mother. Gore’s mother, Liz, died Wednesday afternoon in the Miami area, and he briefly visited the 49ers’ training complex Thursday before leaving to be with relatives. He still intends to play in San Francisco’s game at St. Louis on Sunday, but probably will head home to Miami afterward.
Condolences, Frank but you better play, Gore. Niners fans and your fantasy owners need you in there.