Overview
- Shanahan called the choice straightforward, stressing that the only factor is Purdy’s health and not Mac Jones’ recent form.
- The coach said Purdy could have a good chance to play Sunday if he takes another big step in practice this week.
- Purdy injured his toe in Week 1, briefly returned in Week 4, then underwent a multi‑week ramp to recover before resuming a fuller workload.
- Jones has stabilized the offense with strong starts and will remain the starter until Purdy is medically ready, according to current team guidance.
- Analyst Mark Schlereth argued a fully healthy Purdy better suits Shanahan’s movement‑based scheme due to his athleticism and escapability.