The San Francisco 49ers are facing yet another quarterback crisis, and this time it’s Brock Purdy’s toe that’s throwing a wrench into their championship dreams.

The young QB has been battling a turf toe injury since Week 1, and things aren’t looking any better. After sitting out Weeks 2 and 3, Purdy tried to make a comeback but ended up aggravating the injury during a tough loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.

The Injury Breakdown

According to NFL insider Ian Rapoport, Purdy’s toe situation is “not major, major” - but let’s be real, any injury to your franchise QB is a big deal. The MRI revealed a setback that could potentially keep him sidelined for the upcoming game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Mac Jones Steps Up

Enter Mac Jones, who’s been holding down the fort in Purdy’s absence. He’s been filling the quarterback role with a mix of determination and desperation, keeping the 49ers’ playoff hopes alive. But fans are undoubtedly crossing their fingers for Purdy’s speedy recovery.

What’s Next?

As of now, it remains uncertain who will be under center on October 12th. The 49ers’ medical team is working overtime to get Purdy back in action, but toe injuries can be notoriously tricky. Stay tuned, football fanatics - this saga is far from over.