49ers quarterback Brooke Purdy He is awaiting second opinions on his injured right elbow to decide on a course of action. Purdy tore his ulnar collateral ligament in Game 6 of Sunday’s game when the Eagles passed Rusher. Hasson Riddick Birdie’s arm held steady while Purdie was in the throwing motion.
“I still own a Some options for weighing And we will make a final decision soon,” Purdy said Tuesday, via video from Cam Inman San Jose Mercury News.
The 49ers’ doctors recommend surgery.
Birdie’s rehabilitation is It is expected to take six months.
“I’ve heard multiple things,” Purdy said. “I think in that scenario it would be six months ready to go. I think in that scenario they said after three months, you can start throwing and get into a throwing program and get into a routine. I think six months would be like the time you are allowed to go and practice and be a part Of everything. That’s a scenario, but I definitely have some other options as well. So I’m definitely going to have an MRI scan and make a decision, hopefully soon.”
Purdy expects to be ready for the 2023 season.
“I will be ready to come to camp and, frankly, the most important thing for me is to be able to play for this season,” he said.
But with no guarantee Purdy will be available, the 49ers have some decisions to make at this position. They played four quarterbacks this season and finished the NFC Championship Game without a healthy one as Purdy was unable to throw but had to return afterward. Josh Johnsonconcussion.
Tri LanceWho broke his ankle in the second game of the season, he about to be cleared to come back. Jimmy Garoppolo Scheduled for free agency.
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