Brock Purdy’s injury has been one of the biggest storylines of the San Francisco 49ers’ season. Despite his absence, the team continues to win, but fans remain eager for updates on the quarterback’s status. The 49ers’ unclear and infrequent updates over the past few weeks have only fueled the speculation.
Now, NFL insider Mike Garofolo has provided a slightly more concrete, though still tentative, timeline for Purdy’s return. According to Garofolo, the 49ers quarterback is preparing to make a comeback in Week 11. However, for today’s game, Mac Jones will continue to start as he recovers from his own turf toe injury.
Purdy initially suffered the turf toe injury in Week 1, which forced him to miss two games. He made a brief return shortly afterward but unfortunately re-aggravated the same toe in Week 4. Since then, Purdy has only been a limited participant in practice sessions.
This pattern isn’t new for the 49ers and Purdy. Over recent weeks, both insider reports and statements from the coaching staff have suggested that he is nearing a full return. Yet, despite these optimistic announcements, Purdy has yet to step back onto the field in game action.
There is a clear reason why the 49ers are not rushing Purdy’s recovery. The team remains firmly in the hunt for the NFC West title, largely thanks to the impressive play of his backup, Mac Jones. Jones has taken the helm in seven games this season and performed admirably. He has completed 67.2% of his passes for 1,832 yards, throwing 10 touchdowns against 5 interceptions.
Currently, the 49ers hold a 6-3 record and have yet to take their bye week. Their next challenge is a high-stakes matchup against division rivals, the Los Angeles Rams, in a crucial battle for NFC West supremacy. Fans will be watching closely to see if Purdy can return to lead his team in this important game.
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