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49ers Lean on Kittle and McCaffrey as Purdy Likely Out for Texans

Kyle Shanahan indicated Brock Purdy remains day-to-day with turf toe, keeping Mac Jones in line to start.

Overview

  • San Francisco moved to 5-2 with a 20-10 win over the Falcons at Levi's Stadium in Week 7.
  • Dianna Russini reported Purdy completed a pregame workout but “didn't feel that great,” and Shanahan said he is unlikely to play in Week 8.
  • Mac Jones has steadied the offense with a 4-1 mark in five starts, completing 67% for 1,404 yards with six touchdowns and four interceptions.
  • George Kittle's activation reshaped the ground game, highlighted by an 11-play drive featuring nine runs, as Christian McCaffrey totaled 201 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns.
  • Despite season-ending losses of Nick Bosa and Fred Warner, a younger defensive group and coaching adjustments have kept the 49ers competitive, reflected in mid-to-high national power rankings.