The 49ers are on their way to Australia, but defensive end Sam Okuayinonu is not with them. Shortly before departure, the 49ers announced that Okuayinonu would not be on the team flight to Melbourne for next week’s game against the Rams.

Sam Okuayinonu won't travel to Australia for the Rams game due to a foot injury, but he could still join the team later this week.

The San Francisco 49ers are flying to Australia on an impressive airplane that should make the lengthy flight easier.

The Los Angeles Rams have the privilege of partaking in a premier Week 1 opener this season. The Rams will travel all the way to Australia to take on the San Francisco 49ers in a battle between NFC West foes in Oceania to begin the new season.

Though the Rams have had marketing rights in Australia since 2021, the 49ers are the most popular team Down Under.

George Kittle and Nick Bosa made the flight to Australia with the San Francisco 49ers, fueling hopes both stars will suit up against the Rams on Sept. 10.

According to the NFL transaction report, the San Francisco 49ers have reached an injury settlement with defensive lineman Victor Dimukeje, removing him from the team's injured reserve list.

DE Sam Okuayinonu, dealing with a foot injury, didn't travel with the team to Australia for their opener against the Rams. Listed as questionable, he might join later if his condition improves. The 49ers face a thin defensive line,