Mac Jones will start for 49ers, Brock Purdy could be available

Mac Jones will start as quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers against the New York Giants on Sunday. Head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed that Jones will make his seventh start of the season, filling in for Brock Purdy, who is recovering from a toe injury. Purdy, though limited in practice, is listed as questionable and may serve in an emergency role. Additionally, wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will miss his fifth consecutive game due to a knee injury. The 49ers have also ruled out center Jake Brendel, defensive end Yetur Gross-Matos, and edge rusher Bryce Huff, all dealing with hamstring issues. Several other players, including guard Ben Bartch and offensive lineman Spencer Burford, are questionable for the game.