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Heading into the season, San Francisco 49ers fans had high hopes of reaching the Super Bowl. That objective remains firm within the locker room. However, injuries have plagued the team and they are 4-4 entering the second half of the season. This weekend’s matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offers a chance to build some momentum.

However, ESPN analyst and longtime 49ers fan Matt Miller has his doubts. Given the team’s difficulties, Miller does not foresee a return to the Super Bowl. In fact, he’s not even convinced the 49ers will make the playoffs.

“A season decimated by injuries will end with the reigning NFC champions missing the postseason and keeping the Super Bowl hangover trend alive for the losing team,” Miller predicts.

San Francisco didn’t make any significant moves at the trade deadline to bolster its lineup, instead opting for minor reinforcements by adding defensive tackle. Khalil Davis and re-signing veteran safety Tashaun Gipson, who started 16 games for the 49ers last season.

These additions are not likely to be game-changers. The team is counting on the return of several injured players in the coming weeks. A key offensive playmaker, the running back Christian McCaffreyHe could potentially make his season debut against the Buccaneers. Others, as defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos and linebacker Dre Greenlawcould be on the horizon.

Despite this, Miller remains skeptical of the 49ers’ playoff hopes.

“Sitting at 4-4 after a bye week, the 49ers are without Brandon Aiyuk for the season and we still have Christian McCaffrey on the bench (although he could return this week),” Miller said. “Their defense suddenly can’t make key stops either. “This seems like a lost year in the Bay.”