Experts Reveal Cardinals vs. 49ers Best Bets with Brock Purdy Sidelined, Mac Jones Starting

49ers QB Mac Jones aims to ‘paint a good picture’ if needed on Sunday

San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan said it’s “highly unlikely” Brock Purdy would return as the 49ers’ starting quarterback on Sunday, which means it’s highly likely Mac Jones will be under center for the first snap against the Arizona Cardinals.

49ers’ transactions indicate Purdy won’t be the backup to Jones against Arizona

SANTA CLARA — The 49ers made moves Saturday that didn’t provide a lot of clarity as to whether Brock Purdy will be suited up for their home opener against the Arizona Cardinals. Two players were standard weekly practice squad elevations — quarterback Adrian Martinez and wide receiver Malik Turner. The 49ers also placed offensive lineman Spencer Burford on injured reserve, meaning he would miss at least the next four games with a knee injury. Coa…

Experts reveal Cardinals vs. 49ers best bets with Brock Purdy sidelined, Mac Jones starting

The San Francisco 49ers enter Sunday’s divisional matchup against the Arizona Cardinals with quarterback uncertainty dominating the headlines. Brock Purdy, who has been battling shoulder and toe injuries, is officially questionable, but head coach Kyle Shanahan has already indicated it’s “highly unlikely” the starter will take the field. Instead, Mac Jones—who led the Niners to victory in Week 2—will be under center at Levi’s Stadium, with Purdy…

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan Makes Final Decision on Brock Purd...

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has revealed whether Brock Purdy will play in Week 3.