Overview
- In his first game back since a turf toe setback, Purdy went 19-of-26 for 200 yards and three touchdowns in a 41–22 win at Arizona in Week 11.
- Steve Young praised Purdy’s processing but noted he is not fully mobile yet and expects the toe will need protection for the rest of the season.
- Christian McCaffrey called the performance “vintage Brock,” highlighting poise and key third-down throws after the extended layoff.
- Mac Jones, who started eight games and stabilized the offense during Purdy’s absence, returned to a backup role with Purdy reinstated as starter.
- Following the win, outlets moved San Francisco up in Week 12 power rankings and placed the team back in the NFC playoff conversation ahead of Monday night vs. the Panthers.