NFL Notes: 49ers, Chiefs, Cowboys, Jaguars, & Panthers

49ers

• DC Vic Fangio confirmed that LB Michael Wilhoite will be the starting inside linebacker next to Patrick Willis this weekend. (Eric Branch)
• Fangio added that rookie Jimmie Ward will be the team’s starting nickel corner. (Eric Branch)

Chiefs

• HC Andy Reid mentioned that rookie De’Anthony Thomas suffered a hamstring injury on Wednesday. (Herbie Teope)

Cowboys

• DT Terrell McClain doesn’t expect to available for this weekend’s game, but is hopeful he’ll be able to return from his high right ankle sprain in Week 2. (Brandon George)

Jaguars

• WR Cecil Shorts was held out of Thursday’s practice as a precautionary measure after he felt tightness in his hamstring. (Michael DiRocco)

Panthers

• HC Ron Rivera mentioned that QB Cam Newton is on pace to play this weekend, but expects him to be a game-time decision. (Panthers)