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49ers QB Brock Purdy Battles Injuries Ahead of Saints Clash
8 Sep
Summary
- Brock Purdy dealing with shoulder and toe injuries
- Tight end George Kittle to miss "a few weeks" with hamstring injury
- Backup QB Mac Jones ready to step in if Purdy can't play
As of September 9th, 2025, the San Francisco 49ers are facing a concerning situation with their starting quarterback Brock Purdy. The 25-year-old signal-caller is currently battling a shoulder injury and a more serious toe injury, casting doubt on his availability for the team's upcoming Week 2 matchup against the New Orleans Saints.
Head coach Kyle Shanahan revealed that Purdy's toe injury is the bigger concern of the two, though the extent of the injuries remains unclear. Purdy played all 76 snaps in the 49ers' season-opening win over the Seattle Seahawks last Sunday, throwing for 277 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions.
In addition to Purdy's health issues, the 49ers will also be without their star tight end George Kittle for "a few weeks" due to a hamstring injury. Kittle's absence will be a significant blow to the team's passing attack, leaving the door open for backup tight ends Jake Tonges and Brayden Willis to see increased playing time.
If Purdy is unable to suit up against the Saints, the 49ers will turn to their 27-year-old backup quarterback Mac Jones. Jones, who was previously drafted by the New England Patriots in 2021, has impressed the 49ers' coaching staff during the preseason and could be called upon to lead the offense in Purdy's absence.
