Mac Jones continues under center for the 49ers (5-2) when they travel to Houston for a Sunday afternoon tilt against the Texans (2-4).

Despite being one of the most banged-up teams in the NFL, San Francisco sits tied atop the NFC West with the Seahawks and the Rams. A big reason is the play of Jones under center. The veteran has resurrected his career in leading San Francisco forward despite injuries to a laundry list of players including Brock Purdy , Brandon Aiyuk , and Nick Bosa .

The Texans are at an inflection point in their season. After getting waxed by the Seahawks last week, Houston now trails Indianapolis by three games in the AFC South. Maybe because this week is a home game, but it feels like this is close to a must-win situation for DeMeco Ryans and co. The good new

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