The San Francisco 49ers are limping into their Thursday night game against the Rams with more casualties than a startup’s Q3 budget meeting.

With quarterback Brock Purdy, top receivers Ricky Pearsall and Jauan Jennings all sidelined, the team’s passing game looks shakier than a first-round startup pitch. Mac Jones is stepping up to lead the offensive charge, flanked by a receiving squad that sounds more like a last-minute LinkedIn networking event.

The Injury Rollercoaster

Purdy’s returning turf toe injury and Pearsall’s potential PCL issue have left the team scrambling. Jennings, who took a brutal hit during the Jaguars game, is also sitting out - a strategic move to preserve player health early in the season.

Rams: The Unexpected Favorites

With the 49ers’ injury situation looking grimmer by the hour, the Rams have become 7-point favorites. The team’s No. 5 ranked defense in expected points added per play doesn’t make things any easier for the makeshift offensive lineup.

Looking Ahead

Hope isn’t lost, though. Star tight end George Kittle is eligible to return soon, potentially giving the run game the boost it desperately needs. The 49ers are playing the long game, hoping this temporary setback doesn’t derail their season’s momentum.