The 49ers will reportedly be without quarterback Brock Purdy for the next few weeks, paving the way for former Patriots quarterback Mac Jones to start games for San Francisco.

Purdy suffered toe and left shoulder injuries in San Francisco's Week 1 win over the Seattle Seahawks. He was able to finish the game, but Ian Rapoport reported Thursday morning on NFL Network that Purdy is now expected to miss between 2-5 weeks of action.

Jones is now in line to start for the 49ers against the New Orleans Saints in Week 2 and potentially beyond. He won't have one of San Francisco's top targets, as tight end George Kittle has been placed on injured reserve with a hamstring injury. Kittle had four receptions for 25 yards and a touchdown in Week 1, as Purdy racked up 277 passing yards, two touchdow

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