Overview
- Head coach Kyle Shanahan named Mac Jones the starter against the Rams, with a game-time decision on whether Brock Purdy will be active as the No. 2.
- Purdy remains limited in practice with a lingering turf-toe injury suffered in Week 1 after a Week 4 setback, and he has not played since that Week 4 appearance.
- ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler and NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo report Purdy is getting closer and could be available as soon as Week 11, but the timeline is not guaranteed.
- Jones has kept San Francisco competitive at 5–2 as a starter, completing 67.2% of his passes for 1,832 yards with 10 touchdowns and five interceptions.
- At 6–3 despite major injuries to core players, the 49ers are proceeding cautiously with their franchise quarterback, as outside analysts also note potential 2026 trade interest in Jones if Purdy reclaims the job.