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49ers HC Kyle Shanahan recently said that they are hoping to start QB Brock Purdy in Week 11. Although Mac Jones has done well, Shanahan said there’s no question that Purdy is their starter when he’s healthy.
“No. It’s not a hard decision,” Shanahan said, via NFL.com. “It’s just more about Brock’s health. It’s been awesome how Mac has played. He has been great. But we’ve got a lot of confidence in Brock and we know Brock will play at a high level too as long as he’s healthy.”
When asked whether he’s spoken to Purdy about avoiding pressing when he returns, Shanahan responded that he’s only talked to him regarding being “100 percent” healthy enough to play.
“No. We haven’t talked about that,” Shanahan added. “Things we’ve talked about are just making sure when you come back that you feel 100 percent, so you don’t have to worry about anything like that. If Brock’s feeling 100 percent and confident in that way, then I think he’s got nothing to worry about on a game.”
Purdy said he’s feeling “really good” going into Sunday’s game and is excited to get back out there.
“I feel really good, feel healthy and excited to be back and ready to go and lead the guys,” Purdy said, via Nick Wagoner of ESPN. “I’m really excited about this week. It’s been a good week so far. … Obviously, we’ve got to finish out strong this week, but feel really good.”
Purdy mentioned that medical advisors told him he didn’t require surgery on his toe.
“I had a turf toe variation,” Purdy continued. “But from multiple sources and doctors and everything, we looked at it, and they said there’s no need for surgery.”
Purdy praised Jones and made clear that he isn’t returning in an effort to retain his starting job from someone who has been having success in his absence.
“I absolutely love Mac and what he’s done,” Purdy mentioned. “He came in and played extremely well and kept our team alive and moving and going. And so, I appreciate him for that and just everything he’s brought to our team. But for me, it’s been how do I feel physically? It has nothing to do with I need to get back out there for the political side of things. It’s been all about how do I feel really good to go out and lead when I do get back?”
49ers RB Brian Robinson recorded 41 yards on eight run attempts in Week 10. Robinson hopes to get more passes out of the backfield, similar to fellow RB Christian McCaffrey.
“I want to start being able to do more things that he’s able to do, as far as catching the ball out of the backfield and stuff like that,” Robinson said, via Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports. “And maybe that will bring more opportunities to me.”
49ers HC Kyle Shanahan thinks Robinson is improving every game.
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