49ers Quarterback Brock Purdy's Week 9 Return Not a Long Shot as Toe Injury Progresses

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy's status for the Week 9 game against the New York Giants remains uncertain, though coach Kyle Shanahan stated his return is "not a long shot" and that he is "doing better." Purdy has missed the past four games after aggravating a right big toe injury, initially sustained in Week 1 against the Seattle Seahawks. He missed two subsequent games before returning in Week 4. While he has participated in limited practice for the last two weeks, he hasn't been cleared for game action. The news regarding his toe injury is "slightly more positive," and he is expected to return to at least limited practice on Wednesday, with his progress closely monitored for a return timetable. Purdy traveled with the team to Houston, watching their recent loss from the sideline after being ruled out on Friday.