Mac Jones Expected to Start This Week After Full Thursday Practice
In a significant development for the San Francisco 49ers, Mac Jones is expected to start this week after returning to full participation in Thursday’s practice. This marks a notable shift as he has been coping with knee and oblique injuries throughout the season.
Mac Jones’ Recovery and Expected Start
Coach Kyle Shanahan indicated that Jones is much improved compared to previous weeks. “It means he most likely will,” Shanahan stated regarding Jones starting. His performance is now notably better, which is crucial as the team prepares to face the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday Night Football.
Brock Purdy’s Status
While Jones is back to full training, teammate Brock Purdy continues to be limited in practice due to a toe injury. Purdy has participated in only two games this season as he works toward a comeback.
Injury Updates and Practice Reports
- Defensive tackle Kalia Davis (hand), C.J. West (thumb), and Kevin Givens (pectoral) returned to full participation.
- Both wide receiver Skyy Moore (ankle) and offensive guard Dominick Puni (knee) were limited in practice.
- Wide receiver Ricky Pearsall (knee) and defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos (knee, hamstring) did not participate.
- Other players, including Jauan Jennings (ankle, rib, shoulder), cornerback Renardo Green (neck), tight end George Kittle (hamstring), and wide receiver Jordan Watkins (calf), remained limited.
- Wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (calf) was added as a non-participant in the injury report.
As the game approaches, all eyes will be on Jones and his readiness to lead the 49ers. With a favorable recovery trajectory, fans are hopeful for his performance this weekend.
