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There's no clarity yet on which quarterback will start for the San Francisco 49ers in their final preseason game.
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Niners Wire on MSN49ers place key depth piece on IR to make room for new QB
This is a significant blow to the 49ers' RB room since Taylor had secured a spot as a reliable third or fourth option who contributed on special teams. He posted a career-high 109 yards on 17 carries in San Francisco's Week 18 loss to the Arizona Cardinals last season.
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SB Nation on MSNReport: 49ers are expected to bring back former backup QB after Mac Jones injury
Sudfeld backed up Jimmy Garoppolo and Trey Lance in 2021. Sudfeld was released on August 31, but re-signed to the practice squad the next day. He’d eventually serve as QB2 behind Garoppolo after Lance sprained his knee.
SANTA CLARA – Nate Sudfeld rejoined the 49ers’ quarterback ranks Tuesday, three years after Brock Purdy beat him out as a rookie for the No. 3 role and an unexpected ascent to the franchise’s throne.
The 49ers have brought back 31-year-old Nate Sudfeld, who spent nearly a year as a free agent after being released by the Lions
Former Detroit Lions quarterback Nate Sudfeld signed with the San Francisco 49ers and will view for the chance to back up Brock Purdy.
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Niners Wire on MSN49ers to bring back the QB Brock Purdy beat out for a roster spot as a rookie
The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back a familiar face under center. According to the Athletic's Matt Barrows, the 49ers are signing quarterback Nate Sudfeld after Sudfeld threw in a wide receiver workout Monday.
The San Francisco 49ers have signed former Detroit Lions backup quarterback Nate Sudfeld to a one-year contract. Sudfeld was originally selected by the Washington Commanders as the 187th pick of the 2016 NFL Draft. He spent two seasons in Washington before moving on.
The San Francisco 49ers on Monday had tryouts with three wide receivers, but the most notable name was the quarterback who threw the passes.