Overview
- Purdy remained limited Thursday, with Shanahan describing a more aggressive practice plan and a final call coming after Friday’s session for the Rams game.
- Mac Jones will continue to start until Purdy is cleared, with San Francisco at 6-3 as debate grows externally over a possible competition that Shanahan dismisses.
- GM John Lynch reports Purdy’s workload is increasing weekly and says dressing as a backup could be a step toward returning, contingent on health.
- Foot-and-ankle surgeon Dr. Kenneth Jung says Purdy can play with external stabilization once tissue healing progresses, though game action poses re‑aggravation risk.
- WR Ricky Pearsall has not practiced and is trending out again, while Lynch says Brandon Aiyuk is close to having his practice window opened.