49ers Cut Two QBs, Reduce Roster to 53 Ahead Season Start

The San Francisco 49ers have reduced their roster to the mandatory 53 players ahead of the NFL deadline, notably cutting quarterbacks Tanner Mordecai and Carter Bradley with injury designations, leaving Brock Purdy and Mac Jones as the team's only active quarterbacks. Both Mordecai and Bradley suffered injuries in the preseason finale and may revert to injured reserve if unclaimed, potentially returning later via settlements. Key roster moves also include placing offensive lineman Isaiah Prince on injured reserve due to a lower-body injury and releasing running back Ke'Shawn Vaughn, who struggled to secure a spot. Defensive linemen Jaylon Allen and Shakel Brown were waived after limited preseason impact. These decisions reflect the 49ers' strategy to maximize roster spots and rely on Purdy and Jones for quarterback depth, with rookie Kurtis Rourke sidelined due to injury and not occupying an active roster spot. The team continues to adjust its roster in preparation for the regular season, emphasizing health and performance in the final lineup.