49ers Rule Out QB Purdy, Pearsall vs. Texans Due to Injuries

The San Francisco 49ers will continue without starting quarterback Brock Purdy for their Week 8 game against the Houston Texans due to a lingering toe injury that has kept him sidelined since Week 4. Purdy has been progressing slowly and will travel with the team but remains ruled out, with backup Mac Jones starting in his place; Jones has performed well this season, holding a 4-1 record as a starter. Several other key 49ers players, including receiver Ricky Pearsall and defensive ends Bryce Huff and Yetur Gross-Matos, will also miss the game due to injuries. Coach Kyle Shanahan expressed cautious optimism about Brandon Aiyuk's potential return to practice soon after his ACL recovery. Despite these injuries, the 49ers have maintained a strong 5-2 record and will look to continue their momentum against the Texans. The team will re-evaluate Purdy and Pearsall’s availability weekly, with their next opportunity to return expected in Week 9 against the New York Giants.