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With Brock Purdy Out, 49ers Start Mac Jones Against Saints

Kyle Shanahan says Mac Jones can execute his scheme at a high level during Brock Purdy’s multi‑week absence.

Overview

  • The 49ers officially ruled Brock Purdy out for Week 2 with left shoulder and toe injuries, with NFL Network reporting his toe issue is a turf‑toe variant on a 2–5 week timeline.
  • San Francisco elevated quarterback Adrian Martinez from the practice squad to back up Jones, promoted linebacker Curtis Robinson to the 53‑man roster, and elevated tight end Brayden Willis with George Kittle sidelined.
  • George Kittle is on injured reserve with a hamstring injury and must miss at least four games.
  • Wide receiver Jauan Jennings and left tackle Trent Williams are game‑time decisions, with optimism Jennings will play and Williams set to test his knee pregame as Spencer Burford stands by at left tackle.
  • A Saints defender told The Athletic their plan is to collapse the pocket and force Jones off his spot, while outside suggestions of a QB trade, such as Kirk Cousins, remain speculative.