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49ers Injury Theory Takes Weird Turn | Oakland News
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The San Francisco 49ers’ injury woes have sparked a bizarre conspiracy: fans and social media users blame a nearby electrical substation for all the player ailments. A viral X account dubbed “Electrical Substation” has taken the joke further, posting memes with the substation “taking responsibility” — even claiming it’s not to blame for star receiver Brandon Aiyuk’s injury. Though medical experts and the NFL have repeatedly debunked the theory, it keeps resurfacing, even making its way into Super Bowl press conferences. Team GM John Lynch says they’re investigating, while Bay Area doctors confirm there’s no scientific basis. The team remains focused on healing, but this strange subplot continues to dominate online chatter.
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