The San Francisco 49ers are awaiting the return of star quarterback Brock Purdy, and there is a strong chance he will finally be able to return from his turf toe injury.
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Purdy was ruled out for both Weeks 2 and 3, after suffering the injury against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1. Despite his injury, and practically everyone on the offense being hurt, the 49ers remain undefeated heading into Week 4.
San Francisco has shown plenty of grit and fight while Purdy, Jauan Jennings, George Kittle, and more have been sidelined due to injury. Now, it appears that the team might finally get some good news on the injury front, as Purdy is close to returning.
The 49ers are set to face off against the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday, and this could be the perfect time for Purdy to return to action. He has returned to practice on a limited basis, but signs are pointing to him being behind center in Week 4.
NFL insider Ian Rapoport offered a new update on the situation with Purdy, stating he is in the “zone” of where he needs to return and there is a “real chance” the 49ers will get the star signal caller back for Week 4.
“He has been back at practice this week on a limited basis … he has reached the zone where he might be able to play. It certainly seems he has a real chance to get back on the field for the 49ers, who have unbelievably kept winning while he has been out … some positivity there,” Rapoport stated.
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Purdy is still practicing on a limited basis, but Rapoport’s report on the situation seems to point to the star quarterback returning. The good news is that if Purdy cannot suit up, Mac Jones is ready and available.
Jones has been solid in his two weeks starting for the 49ers, pulling in 563 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception.
Granted, the 49ers would get a boost in morale and their play with Purdy back in the fold, but the team has one of the better backup quarterbacks ready to play at a moment’s notice.
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