"Purdy was officially listed as questionable Friday to face the Arizona Cardinals, with coach Kyle Shanahan saying that if the $265 million quarterback is in uniform, it probably wouldn't be as the starter. I thought he had a good week and hopefully we can get him up for the game, Shanahan said. We'll just see how he does tomorrow. I think it's highly unlikely that he would start, but just see where he's at and if he can be a No. 2 or an emergency No. 3."
"The numbers aren't crazy, offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak said. They're not going to wow you. But when you really watch it on tape, I think they're doing a good job in the run game. We're running the ball efficiently. We're doing what we kind of want to do, and then there's been some opportunities where we're a hair off for one or another."
"Regardless of the starting quarterback, it would behoove the 49ers to do a little more damage with their running game. Shanahan worships at the altar of rushing attempts as a sign of balance. Even though the Saints game was skewed with 39 passes and 26 rushes, the 49ers are fifth in the NFL with 62 runs, but 28th in yards per carry at 3.2."
Brock Purdy is listed as questionable for the game against the Arizona Cardinals and, if dressed, likely would not start, possibly serving as a backup or emergency option. Mac Jones appears poised to start his second game for the 49ers. Several players are injured or questionable, including Jauan Jennings and rookie guard Connor Colby, while Spencer Burford and Jordan Watkins are out. The 49ers emphasize rushing attempts for balance but rank 28th in yards per carry at 3.2 despite being fifth in total attempts. Christian McCaffrey and Brian Robinson Jr. are averaging about 3.5 yards per carry.
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