Marcus Rush: Why 49ers OLB Deserves a Roster Spot

After a year on the practice squad, San Francisco 49ers outside linebacker Marcus Rush is ready to compete for a spot on the 53-man roster. After his performance against the Denver Broncos, it’s safe to say that he controls his own fate.

Coming into the 2016 NFL season, the San Francisco 49ers are in a need of an edge-rusher who can hurry the quarterback and provide pressure from the outside.

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Until last month, they thought outside linebacker Aaron Lynch was that man. Unfortunately he violated the substance abuse policy and won’t be available to play until Week 5.

Even then he may need a couple of weeks to shake the rust off. The 49ers are in need of someone who can fill that role until he…