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Purdy Poised to Reclaim Starting Role by Week's End

11/13/2025

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San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said quarterback Brock Purdy is on track to reclaim his starting role from Mac Jones, pending toe injury recovery.
General manager John Lynch confirmed Brock Purdy remains the quarterback and emphasized his health and practice performance this week.
Mac Jones has gone 5-3 in starts without Purdy, fueling speculation Purdy could return as starter once fully healthy, with a decision by week’s end.

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San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan said quarterback Brock Purdy is on track to reclaim his starting role from Mac Jones, pending toe injury recovery.
General manager John Lynch confirmed Brock Purdy remains the quarterback and emphasized his health and practice performance this week.
Mac Jones has gone 5-3 in starts without Purdy, fueling speculation Purdy could return as starter once fully healthy, with a decision by week’s end.