The San Francisco 49ers quarterback situation tightened Thursday when ESPN Insider Adam Schefter reported that Mac Jones was a full participant in practice while Brock Purdy remained limited , a development that fits neatly with Ian Rapoport ’s prediction that Jones could get the start in Week 7 against the Atlanta Falcons.

Rapoport said Purdy’s return from turf toe has been cautious; the 49ers want to avoid a relapse, and Purdy’s work at practice has been more restricted than Jones’, who logged a full session despite managing a knee and oblique issue. That contrast, Rapoport argued on NFL Network, makes Jones the safer bet to take the snaps on Sunday.

San Francisco has already leaned on Jones while Purdy heals, and Jones has delivered efficient, mistake-free football when ca

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