49ers LB Hodges inactive for violating team rules

ATLANTA - Niners starting inside linebacker Gerald Hodges is inactive for today’s game against the Falcons because he violated team rules, a team spokesman said.

Hodges has started 10 games this season, including the last seven. Without him, the 49ers only inside linebackers are Nick Bellore and Michael Wilhoite. Hodges ranks third on the team in tackles (66), sacks (3) and has a team-best two interceptions.

The 49ers placed inside linebacker Shayne Skov on injured reserve on Nov. 29 with a knee injury.

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