"Jones played through a knee issue in last week's victory over the Los Angeles Rams, but indicated Thursday that he suffered the oblique injury at the end of the game. Jones was limited in practice Thursday for a second consecutive day, but he expressed optimism that he'd be available to start. In the same media availability, however, he added that he's still recovering."
"Meanwhile, there is "a chance" that San Francisco's regular starting quarterback, Brock Purdy, can return for next week's game against the Atlanta Falcons. The same is true of 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, who is recovering from a knee injury. Jones has appeared in three games for San Francisco this season, and the 49ers have won all three."
Mac Jones is listed as questionable for Sunday with an oblique injury but is expected to play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Jauan Jennings, listed as questionable with an ankle and rib injury, is also expected to play. Jones played through a knee issue in last week's victory over the Los Angeles Rams and said he suffered the oblique injury at the end of that game. Jones was limited in practice for a second consecutive day yet expressed optimism about starting while noting he is still recovering. Brock Purdy and Ricky Pearsall have a chance to return next week. Jones has appeared in three games this season and the 49ers have won all three.
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