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Brock Purdy likely out for Week 6; Mac Jones expected to start

It appears that 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy‘s toe injury will force him to sit out again this week. Purdy did not practice on Thursday, setting up backup Mac Jones to start against the Buccaneers on Sunday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

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Why the 49ers secondary could be in trouble against the Buccaneers

One of the matchups that will decide the game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and San Francisco 49ers is whether the Bucs will be able to have success passing on the 49ers' secondary.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 9

NFC Notes: Brock Purdy, Mac Jones, Quentin Lake, 49ers, Rams, Seahawks

CBS Sports’ Matt Zenitz reports that 49ers QB Mac Jones will likely get another start in place of QB Brock Purdy this week. However, he adds there’s no quarterback controversey and Purdy is expected to resume his role as the starter when healthy. Purdy did not practice on Wednesday as he works back from his toe injury.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 9

49ers Notebook: Saleh's high praise for Collins; Mykel Williams' growth; Jones still not throwing; Football nightmares

The San Francisco 49ers spoke with reporters after Thursday's practice as they prepare for Sunday's Week 6 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium.

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The '100-rushing-yard games by NFL QBs' quiz

In the Super Bowl era (1966 to present) of the NFL, a total of 30 QBs have rushed for 100 yards or more in a regular-season game. How many of the 30 can you name in five minutes?

The 'Super Bowl-winning starting QBs' quiz

The 'NFL QBs with the most rushing touchdowns in a single season' quiz

The 'Most Super Bowl rushing touchdowns' quiz

Trent Williams News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 9

49ers Superstar Trent Williams Reveals his Biggest Football Nightmare

Football is a scary sport. On any given snap, a player could give up a play that gets them benched or suffer an injury that ends their career. These players don't play many games or receive many opportunities to make mistakes.

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The sack leader for every NFL season

Sacks became an official stat in 1982. However, you can now find statistical cataloging of sack totals back to the 1960 NFL season. While those stats remain unofficial, they are largely seen as legitimate, so much so that even the NFL’s official website has commented on these sack totals.

Mac Jones News / ESPN / October 9

49ers QB Jones limited in practice, but optimistic

With Brock Purdy likely out, 49ers quarterback Mac Jones was limited in practice on Thursday leaving Adrian Martinez taking first-team reps.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 9

49ers injury updates: Kyle Shanahan on Mac Jones, Jauan Jennings ahead of Buccaneers clash

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Mac Jones was a limited participant in practice for the second straight day as he continues to manage knee and oblique injuries following a tough win over the Los Angeles Rams last week.

San Francisco 49ers News / 49ers Webzone / October 9

49ers vs. Buccaneers injury report: Jennings returns but no Purdy or Pearsall at practice

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 6 contest against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. It's

Kevin Givens News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 9

49ers Designate DT Kevin Givens To Return From IR

The San Francisco 49ers officially designated DT Kevin Givens to return from injured reserve on Thursday. Givens suffered a pectoral injury during training

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The 25 best single-game rushing performances in NFL playoff history

To go with Yardbarker's offerings on the best playoff passing and receiving performances, here are the top rushing games in NFL postseason history.

Mac Jones News / Niners Nation / October 9

49ers rookie returns to practice; Mac Jones likely to be listed as limited

The San Francisco 49ers returned to the practice field Thursday, but were once again without starting quarterback Brock Purdy. According to media members on hand, Purdy (toe), Ricky Pearsall (knee), Kurtis Rourke (knee), and Jacob Cowing were on the side field jogging.

Drake Jackson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 9

Ravens Worked Out DE Drake Jackson

The Baltimore Ravens hosted free agent DE Drake Jackson for a workout on Thursday, per the NFL Transactions wire. Jackson has now worked out for the Ravens, Jets and Commanders this week, as expected.

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The '100-rushing-yard games by NFL QBs' quiz

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The 'Active 10-reception NFL games' quiz

The 'Passing leaders by NFL team' quiz

San Francisco 49ers News / 5 GOATs / October 9

Brock Purdy injury update: 49ers QB misses another practice, Mac Jones in line to start vs. Buccaneers

San Francisco 49ers (4-1) quarterback Brock Purdy did not participate in practice on Thursday. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Mac Jones is on track to start Sunday’s Week 6 road contest against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-1).

Mac Jones News / Sporting News / October 9

49ers expected to name Mac Jones as starting quarterback for Week 6

The San Francisco 49ers are expected to stick with the backup QB this week.

San Francisco 49ers News / EssentiallySports / October 9

49ers GM Announces Trade Plans for Kyle Shanahan After Trying Out Ex-Cowboys DT

The San Francisco 49ers‘ pass rush took a massive blow after Nick Bosa got sidelined for the rest of the season after tearing his ACL. Naturally, it raises a question: Will Kyle Shanahan and the San Francisco team look to add reinforcements as the season wears on?

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 9

Why this player could be returning to the 49ers at the perfect time

The San Francisco 49ers cannot go a day without getting bad injury news. That is why it is such a big deal to finally hear something good. The team has opened the window for Kevin Givens to return to game action, and the move could not come any sooner.

San Francisco 49ers News / Yardbarker / October 9

49ers GM hints if Jones or Purdy will start vs. Bucs

49ers GM hints if Mac Jones or Brock Purdy will start vs. Buccaneers

It sounds like Mac Jones, not Brock Purdy, will be in the lineup for the 49ers' matchup in Tampa Bay.

NFL Week 6 Underdog Report: 49ers and Titans look to keep party going

Baker Mayfield's latest message to his critics goes viral

Quarterback controversy? The 49ers' quarterback situation is simple

Which NFL teams have had the best quarterback history?

The 'NFL rookie QB passing leaders' quiz

John Lynch News / 49ers Webzone / October 9

John Lynch: 49ers having 'good and productive' trade talks for D-line help

The San Francisco 49ers are exploring trade options to strengthen their defensive line after losing star pass rusher Nick Bosa for the season with a torn ACL.

San Francisco 49ers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 9

49ers GM John Lynch ‘Fairly Confident’ About TE George Kittle Returning To Practice Next Week

49ers GM John Lynch said he is “fairly confident” that TE George Kittle will be designated to return from injured reserve next week, per Matt Barrows.

San Francisco 49ers News / San Francisco 49ers on SI / October 9

2 Reason the 49ers Aren't Trading for a Pass Rusher Yet

An argument can be made that Nick Bosa deserves a raise from the San Francisco 49ers. Since he's been gone due to a torn ACL, the 49ers' pass rush has been nonexistent.

Kyle Shanahan News / EssentiallySports / October 9

Kyle Shanahan Sets Conditions for Trade as 18 49ers Players End Up on Injured

The 49ers are moving strong with a 4-1 record after 5 weeks. Head coach Kyle Shanahan, under a lot of pressure after trading players during the offseason and an injury to starter Brock Purdy during the season opener, is now relaxed.

San Francisco 49ers News / Pro Football Rumors / October 8

49ers could be active at trade deadline

The 49ers have stormed out to a 4-1 start despite a slew of injuries to important contributors. With the Nov. 4 trade deadline looming as a key improvement avenue, Cam Inman of the Mercury News expects general manager John Lynch to deal for outside help in the next few weeks.