Ahmad Brooks

Brooks played in 14 games in 2015, registering 42 total tackles and 6.5 sacks from his outside linebacker position but still ranked near the bottom of PFF's pass rush rankings. Eli Harold, a third-rounder a season ago, could push him in camp now that he's bulked up to 265 lbs. from 240-247 lbs. in his rookie year as could Corey Lemonier if Brooks doesn't have a good camp.

This is a good sign for the 49ers linebacker for Week 12. Brooks has been saddled with a concussion and was able to get back onto the field Friday. Brooks is second on the team in sacks with four.

According to Matt Barrows of the Sacramento Bee, Brooks is going through the league’s post-concussion protocol this week, which could create more opportunities for Tank Carradine to showcase his skills as an outside pass rusher. The main subs for Brooks on Sunday is rookie Eli Harold, who is ready for the increased workload, however Cory Lemonier and Tank Carradine will be ready to go if needed.

Brooks had been in Louisiana mourning the loss of his sister. Given the fact that he was back with the team on Thursday, it seems like it's a good bet that he will return to the lineup on Sunday against Baltimore.