Sat, Oct 14, 2023NFL Insiderdraftsharks4 analyses
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will miss Sunday's game against the Green Bay Packers due to a shoulder injury that did not improve throughout the week. Although the MRI results were not concerning, the team will turn to Brandon Allen as the starting quarterback, who has limited experience in the NFL. This change is expected to impact the performance of the 49ers' pass catchers significantly, leading to a heavier reliance on running back Christian McCaffrey.
  • Brock Purdy's shoulder injury is not long-term but will keep him out this week.
  • Brandon Allen's lack of experience could negatively affect the 49ers' offense.
Brock Purdy | QB
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Injury
Week 6
  • Purdy's shoulder injury is not serious but will sideline him for this week's game.
Brandon Allen | QB
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Pickup
Week 6
  • Allen will start in place of Purdy but has limited NFL experience.
  • He completed just 57% of his passes in previous seasons.
Christian McCaffrey | RB
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Breakout
Week 6
  • Expect a heavy workload for McCaffrey with Purdy out.
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  • The 49ers will need to adjust their offensive strategy with a backup quarterback.