San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is expected to miss two-to-five weeks due to turf toe and a shoulder injury, with Mac Jones likely starting against the New Orleans Saints. Purdy, who led the team to victory over the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1, has a 24-13 record as a starter after signing a five-year, $265-million extension.
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The primary argument against expanding the NFL from 32 teams is the shortage of quarterbacks, particularly as injuries mount throughout the season. Recently, five quarterbacks—Desmond Ridder, Dorian Thompson-Robinson, Jeff Driskel, Kyle Trask, and Logan Woodside—were tried out by teams, while the Jets and Cardinals face quarterback challenges due to injuries to Justin Fields and Kyler Murray, respectively. Want More Context? 🔎
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SAN FRANCISCO 49ers have signed edge rusher Clelin Ferrell to their practice squad, reuniting him with the team after his time with the Los Angeles Chargers. Ferrell aims to bolster the defensive line amid injuries and provide mentorship to younger players, expressing excitement about returning to a familiar environment under coach Kris Kocurek. Want More Context? 🔎
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Texans wide receivers Nico Collins and Christian Kirk returned to practice on Wednesday, both limited; Collins is in concussion protocol, while Kirk is recovering from a hamstring injury. Coach DeMeco Ryans expressed optimism about their return, emphasizing their impact on the team's offense, while several other players, including Dalton Schultz and Denico Autry, did not practice. Want More Context? 🔎
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