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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has not yet cleared concussion protocol but there is still a realistic chance he will start Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals. Purdy has passed four of the league's five steps in the concussion protocol and will attempt to pass the final step on Saturday. If he clears that, he will start the game.
Brock Purdy | QB
- Brock Purdy has not yet cleared concussion protocol but there is still a realistic chance he will start Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals.
- Purdy has passed four of the league's five steps in the concussion protocol and will attempt to pass the final step on Saturday.
- If he clears that, he will start the game.
Sam Darnold | QB
- Sam Darnold would start if Brock Purdy is unable to clear the concussion protocol's final hurdle.
- Darnold went through a similar situation to Purdy in 2021, sustaining a concussion in Week 8 and then returning to play in Week 9.
- Darnold said he hasn't changed his approach much this week given Purdy's uncertain status.
Deebo Samuel | WR
- Receiver Deebo Samuel is dealing with a hairline fracture in his shoulder and is out this week.
- He is making progress and is expected to be back after the bye week.