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49ers Start Cutdown With Waived/Injured QBs, Leaving Purdy and Jones at the Controls

Waived/injured designations give San Francisco flexibility before Tuesday's 53-man deadline.

Overview

  • Carter Bradley and Tanner Mordecai were waived with injury designations, a move that could lead to injured reserve if unclaimed.
  • The quarterback group now consists of Brock Purdy and Mac Jones, with Jones expected to return to practice after a knee issue.
  • Defensive linemen Jaylon Allen and Shakel Brown were waived, running back Ke'Shawn Vaughn was released, and offensive lineman Isaiah Prince went to season-ending injured reserve.
  • Rookie defensive tackles Mykel Williams and CJ West returned to practice, as did projected starting left guard Ben Bartch.
  • The NFL deadline to reach a 53-man roster is Tuesday at 1 p.m. PT, with the ensuing waiver period poised to shape depth options.