49ers Offense Seeks Rebound Amid Key Injuries, Brock Purdy Lead

The San Francisco 49ers enter the 2025 season with a critical need to rebound from their injury-plagued 2024 campaign, particularly on offense. Key players like running back Christian McCaffrey must prove their health and effectiveness after significant injuries, with McCaffrey's ability to return to his 2023 form being a major question. Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, whose rookie season was derailed by injuries and a shooting incident, is poised to step up as the No. 1 receiver while Brandon Aiyuk recovers from a knee injury. Veteran receiver Russell Gage, overcoming career-threatening injuries, has impressed in training camp and is competing for a roster spot, potentially providing crucial depth to the banged-up receiving corps. Quarterback Brock Purdy and the 49ers offense faced strong defensive pressure in practice against the Denver Broncos but showed resilience and improvement as they adjusted. The team continues to manage injuries among skill-position players like Jauan Jennings and Isaac Guerendo, impacting the passing attack and overall offensive rhythm as they aim to strengthen their lineup for the season ahead.