49ers Waive Quarterback Adrian Martinez Following Purdy's Anticipated Return

The San Francisco 49ers have waived quarterback Adrian Martinez on Saturday afternoon. Martinez was previously signed off the practice squad to serve as a backup to Mac Jones while starting quarterback Brock Purdy was sidelined with a toe injury. He made one appearance for the 49ers in their Week 9 34-24 victory over the Giants, where he took a single offensive snap and took a knee. His waiving indicates Purdy's anticipated return to the starting lineup, making Martinez's services as a backup no longer necessary.