Brock Purdy injury update: Is he playing this Sunday? Ricky Pearsall out, Mac Jones to start

Here’s the latest: the 49ers are going into Sunday’s game at Houston without

Brock Purdy

and

Ricky Pearsall

. Purdy’s still sidelined with that pesky toe injury, and Pearsall is out with a knee issue. That means

Mac Jones

is back under center to run the show, and fans are buzzing about how the 49ers offense will handle the shakeup.

Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall injury update and timeline

Brock Purdy’s turf toe has been a nightmare all season. He’s already missed five games, and the 49ers are being careful not to rush him back. While there’s hope he’ll return for

Week 9 against the Giants

, he’ll sit this Sunday to recover. The team is relying on Mac Jones to keep the offense humming until Purdy’s toes are good to go.

Ricky

Pearsall’s knee is keeping him off the field this week, meaning the 49ers will have to shuffle their receiving targets.

He’s been a solid weapon in the passing game, so the team will need other receivers to step up big against Houston. Fans will be watching to see which WRs fill that gap.

Mac Jones set to start again

Mac Jones has been impressive filling in for Purdy so far. He’s

4–1 as a starter

, with

1,404 passing yards, six TDs, and four interceptions

this season. Jones knows the offense, has chemistry with the guys, and now gets another shot to show he can keep the 49ers rolling. Expect him to lean on the team’s top targets and play smart to avoid mistakes.

Without their star QB and Pearsall, the 49ers might mix up play-calling and spread the ball more. Other WRs and tight ends will likely see more action, while Jones manages the game carefully. Running backs will be key in keeping Houston’s defense honest. Fans should keep an eye on who steps up in this altered lineup.

What fans should watch for in the 49ers vs. Texans game:

This game could set the tone for how the 49ers handle injuries down the stretch. Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall are out, but the 49ers still have Mac Jones ready to lead. How the team adapts will be a key storyline Sunday, and fans are excited to see who steps up. Purdy’s hopefully back for Week 9, but until then, Jones is in the spotlight, and all eyes are on him to keep the 49ers rolling.Also read - After NBA illegal betting arrests, NFL warns teams and players about its prop bets and gambling rules