During the press conference, Shanahan provided several injury updates to reporters. Of note, both quarterback Brock Purdy and top wide receiver Ricky Pearsall will not participate in practice later today. Both players are currently listed as questionable for Thursday's game. Similarly, WRs Jauan Jennings and Jordan Watkins will not participate in today's walk-through practice.
According to Shanahan, Purdy's availability against the Rams is not a matter of pain tolerance but is based on whether he can play at 100 percent. In other injury news, backup quarterback Mac Jones is officially off the team's injury list, and will start the game under center if Purdy is unable to play due to his toe injury.
The 49ers' head coach noted that this week's quick turnaround does not provide enough time for the team to correct the problems that occurred in their Week 4 loss to the Jaguars.
When asked about the team's ongoing rushing issues, Shanahan said he agreed with running back Christian McCaffrey's recent comment that the team is close to executing properly. He noted there were roughly three plays where the opportunity for a big gain was missed during Sunday's loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
On the topic of the team failing to record a rushing touchdown over the first four weeks of the season, Shanahan stated he was not overly concerned. He said the focus for the San Francisco 49ers' offense is getting the ball into the end zone, regardless of whether it is by air or on the ground.
Both the 49ers and the Rams are currently 3-1 on the season, sharing the top spot with the Seattle Seahawks atop the NFC West Division Standings. Los Angeles enters Week 5 with a 2-0 home record, while the 49ers have also won both of their away games.
Written By:
You may have seen Chris Wilson's work on NFL game theory, statistical analysis, and film breakdowns at On SI, FanSided, Niner Noise, LockedonSports, Insidethe49, ClutchPoints, and others. Follow Chris on Twitter @cgawilson.
All articles by Chris Wilson
Chris Wilson
You may have seen Chris Wilson's work on NFL game theory, statistical analysis, and film breakdowns at On SI, FanSided, Niner Noise, LockedonSports, Insidethe49, ClutchPoints, and others. Follow Chris on Twitter @cgawilson.
All articles by Chris Wilson
Related News
More San Francisco 49ers News
-
Brandon Aiyuk takes another shot at 49ers, calling John Lynch "creepy," Kyle Shanahan "a toddler"
Brandon Aiyuk added more fuel to the fire Saturday morning, sharing a video that gives his perspective on his ongoing situation with the San Francisco 49ers, including his relationship with his agent, his frustrations with the organization, and his thoughts on general manager... -
Why 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan still trails others among NFL play callers
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is widely regarded as one of the NFL's premier offensive minds. Yet, despite his reputation as an elite play caller, he still isn't considered the league's best. Daniel Rios of Essentially Sports recently ranked the NFL's top 10... -
49ers fan hilariously trolls Rams coach Sean McVay while on vacation
One San Francisco 49ers fan took the rivalry with the Los Angeles Rams overseas after spotting head coach Sean McVay vacationing in Saint-Tropez, France. Blake McCall shared a video on Instagram (h/t to the New York Post) showing McVay's reaction after McCall sent a bottle of... -
49ers named best landing spot for veteran pass rusher Kyle Van Noy
The San Francisco 49ers finished with an NFL-low 20 sacks last season, a disappointing total largely influenced by the season-ending ACL injury to star pass rusher Nick Bosa. The team also lost first-round rookie defensive lineman Mykel Williams to a torn ACL before he could...