Shockwaves Hit 49ers and Patriots: Brock Purdy Out, Mac Jones’ Status Hangs in the Balance!

Injuries have once again thrown a wrench into the 49ers’ lineup, leaving fans and fantasy managers alike clutching at straws. Brock Purdy, the man under center, won’t be suiting up this week after battling a stubborn toe injury that kept him sidelined all week—he’s only seen action in Weeks 1 and 4, talk about tough luck. Now, Mac Jones is penciled in to start, but don’t get too comfortable—the guy’s status hangs in the balance with those nagging knee and oblique issues limiting his practice reps. On top of that, the receiving corps is looking a bit bare; Ricky Pearsall’s done for the season with a knee injury, and Jauan Jennings is also hanging by a thread, nursing ankle and rib problems after bouncing in and out of recent games. Defensively, it’s just as grim with key players like Kevin Givens and Yetus Gross-Matos out, and a few others listed as questionable. This patchwork roster scenario could spell trouble or opportunity, depending on how the 49ers adjust on the fly. Here’s hoping for some midweek miracles or at least a clearer picture before kickoff… LEARN MORE.

The 49ers won’t have Brock Purdy again this week.

The team ruled out their starting quarterback after he didn’t practice all week with a toe injury. He has played only Weeks 1 and 4.

Mac Jones is expected to start for Purdy again, but the 49ers list Jones as questionable with his knee and oblique injuries. He was limited in all three practices.

Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (knee) won’t play again, but wide receiver Jauan Jennings (ankle/rib) is questionable after a second consecutive limited practice.

Jennings played the first two games, missed Week 3 with ankle and shoulder injuries, played Week 4 and missed last Thursday’s game with his ankle and rib injuries.

The 49ers also ruled out defensive tackle Kevin Givens (pectoral), defensive end Yetus Gross-Matos (knee/hamstring) and wide receiver Jordan Watkins (calf).

Defensive tackle Alfred Collins (knee), defensive lineman Kalia Davis (hand), cornerback Upton Stout (ankle) and safety Malik Mustapha (knee) are questionable.