Brock Purdy Injured
The San Francisco 49er’s surprise 7th round pick Brock Purdy was injured vs Eagles. The rookie quarterback left midway through the first quarter after a sack fumble. It has been reported that he is dealing with an elbow injury. Purdy was injured on a pass play in the first quarter where an Eagles lineman hit his throwing arm and twisted his elbow. Josh Johnson has entered the game until more information comes out about Purdy.
Purdy has taken the league by storm in 2022. The last pick in the draft has excelled with his opportunity, tossing 1,374 yards and 13 touchdowns with only four interceptions. He was thrust into action and made the starter in week 9 after Jimmy Garoppolo was declared inactive due to injury. Trey Lance has been on IR for the majority of the season.
With Brock Purdy injured, Josh Johnson is the only active quarterback for the 49ers on Sunday. The 36 year old Johnsons has been on 13 different NFL teams in his pro career. This is Johnson’s 3rd stint on the 49ers.
The 49ers are dealing with a number of injures Sunday against the Eagles.
UPDATE: Purdy has re-entered the game in the second half.
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