The elevation paints an ominous picture for the game-day status of running back Elijah Mitchell, the latter of whom missed practice all three days this week leading up to the NFC Conference Championship showdown with the Eagles. That could spell a likely increase to lead back Christian McCaffrey's expected usage, who saw more than five additional opportunities per game in contests Mitchell missed this season. 

Elijah Mitchell, who had 55 yards and two touchdowns on five rushes last week, will serve as the RB2 behind Christian McCaffrey as the Niners take on a Seattle rush defense that has been among the NFL's worst over the past two months. 

Coleman will add depth to the 49ers' 53-man roster ahead of Saturday's Wild Card matchup with Seattle. The 49ers also promoted CB Janoris Jenkins from the practice squad to the active roster.

"Never underestimate Shanahan’s fondness for veteran Tevin Coleman" is the direct quote. Coleman had a 8/23/1 rushing line and a 3/44/1 receiving line in Week 5 against the Panthers and could be elevated off the practice squad. Jordan Mason took backup snaps on Sunday in part because Coleman wasn't elevated and Tyrion Davis-Price was a healthy scratch. It's possible that the 49ers only bring up one of those players for Week 13 -- it's also possible both have a role if Christian McCaffrey's knee discomfort is more than it seems. Coleman is worth a waiver wire claim in deeper leagues.