Report: 49ers QB Brock Purdy expected to start despite oblique injury
SANTA CLARA (CBS SF) – Despite having an oblique injury, the San Francisco 49ers expect quarterback Brock Purdy to start against the Seattle Seahawks Thursday night, according to a report from ESPN.
ESPN senior reporter Adam Schefter, who often breaks NFL news, tweeted Thursday morning that Purdy was expected to start, per league sources. It was confirmed as Purdy was seen readying to play an hour before kickoff.
49ers' rookie QB Brock Purdy, listed as questionable for tonight due to oblique and rib injuries, is expected to start vs. the Seahawks, per league sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 15, 2022
Purdy strained his oblique during Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and reportedly played through it. The 49ers ended up beating the Bucs 35 to 7, and Purdy threw for 185 yards, had two passing touchdowns and one rushing TD.
While Purdy was ready to go Thursday, the 49ers already ruled out WR Deebo Samuel, CB Samuel Womack III, DB Tavarius Moore and DL Kevin Givens.
If the 49ers beat the Seahawks Thursday night in Seattle, San Francisco will clinch the NFC West division. The 49ers currently have 9-4 record and have won their last six games.