San Francisco 49ers Face Injury Setbacks Ahead of Packers Clash

The San Francisco 49ers are poised to face significant challenges in their upcoming Week 12 matchup against the Green Bay Packers, set to take place at Lambeau Field. The team has been hit hard by injuries, which include key players from both their offensive and defensive lines. Most notably, the 49ers will play without their starting left tackle, who is suffering from an ankle injury.

The absence of the left tackle, a pivotal component in the team’s offensive lineup, is compounded by injuries to their starting quarterback and top pass rusher. The left tackle has been handling the injury for several weeks and, despite efforts to see improvement during pregame warmups, will not participate in Sunday’s contest. In his place, the team will rely on Justin Moore, a fourth-year tackle whose last starting opportunity was in Week 8 of the 2023 season.

Taking charge as the quarterback for the 49ers will be Brandon Allen, starting in place of the injured Brock Purdy. Allen, now in his ninth professional year and second with San Francisco, will make his first start for the franchise. Purdy is sidelined due to a shoulder injury, with expectations of a possible return by the next week’s game, according to ESPN‘s Adam Schefter.

The 49ers’ woes extend to their defensive lineup, as star pass rusher Nick Bosa has been ruled out due to hip and oblique injuries. These developments pose a significant hindrance as the 49ers strive to maintain their aspirations of a playoff berth, currently holding a record of 5-5.

Sources close to the team have conveyed cautious optimism regarding Purdy’s return, but the concurrent absences of crucial team members present a formidable challenge in their pursuit of victory against the Packers.