A first: 49ers WR Torrey Smith sidelined; Burbridge will start
The 49ers wide receiver will be sidelined for today’s game against the Patriots, missing the first game of six-year career, because of a shoulder injury he sustained in last week’s loss at Arizona.
Smith had started his career by playing in 89 straight games.
Burbridge, a sixth-round pick, has two catches for 20 yards this season.
[...] rookie cornerback Rashard Robinson will play today after missing the past two games with a sprained MCL he sustained Oct. 23.
For the Patriots, tight end Rob Gronkowski (chest) and wide receiver Chris Hogan (back) are both out.