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49ers Reinforce Offense Around Brock Purdy With WR Returns, MVS Signing and QB Depth

The moves signal a push to stabilize the offense around a $265 million investment despite ongoing injuries.

Overview

  • Kyle Shanahan's latest roster steps include activating RB Jordan James, welcoming back WR Jauan Jennings and signing WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling.
  • GM John Lynch said the team will not trade Jennings following his earlier request, reaffirming his place in the receiving corps.
  • San Francisco added QB Adrian Martinez to the practice squad after his release from the Jets to bolster depth behind Brock Purdy and Mac Jones.
  • PFF flagged bootleg plays as a weak spot for Purdy in 2024, noting a 55.5 passing grade on such dropbacks that ranked fifth-worst in the league.
  • CBS Sports dropped the Purdy–Shanahan duo from No. 3 to No. 6 entering 2025 after a 6-11 season, as several contributors remain on injury lists.