49ers Seek Quarterback Options After Brock Purdy Injury

The San Francisco 49ers are facing significant challenges after quarterback Brock Purdy sustained multiple injuries, including a shoulder and turf toe, that are expected to sideline him for two to five weeks. With Purdy out, backup Mac Jones will assume the starting role, but the team is seeking an experienced quarterback to bolster the depth chart behind Jones and Adrian Martinez, who has yet to play an NFL game. Analysts and insiders have suggested potential options such as re-signing former 49ers QB C.J. Beathard, currently on the Detroit Lions' practice squad, or exploring trades for veterans like Kirk Cousins or free agent Mike White. Head coach Kyle Shanahan has acknowledged the need to add another quarterback but noted roster constraints are delaying immediate additions. The injury concerns come shortly after the 49ers placed star tight end George Kittle on injured reserve, compounding the team's difficulties early in the season. The organization is actively considering multiple avenues to stabilize the quarterback position while Purdy recovers.