Brock Purdy Discusses Elbow Injury Suffered in Fourth Quarter Against LionsFollowing the San Francisco 49ers’ narrow loss to the Detroit Lions, quarterback Brock Purdy provided an update on the right elbow injury he sustained late in the game. The injury, which occurred during a sack in the fourth quarter, raised concerns among fans and teammates alike, especially given Purdy’s previous history with elbow issues.

Injury Details and Immediate Reactions

Purdy exited the game after being hit by Lions safety Brian Branch, leading to a collision that affected his throwing elbow. In his post-game comments, Purdy described the sensation in his arm as feeling like it was “on fire.” He explained, “On that sack, I got hit on the backside, and basically just my arm was on fire kind of thing. I tried throwing a couple [of footballs] on the sideline, and I couldn’t at that point.”Despite the discomfort, Purdy remained optimistic about the severity of the injury. He noted that preliminary tests indicated no damage to his ulnar collateral ligament (UCL), which he had previously torn during the 2022 NFC Championship Game. “We did some tests with UCL stuff, and I’m good in that regard,” he said. “But we’ve just got to go get imaging on it tomorrow and see the whole thing.”

Looking Ahead

Purdy is scheduled for an MRI to assess the injury further. Head coach Kyle Shanahan mentioned that initial assessments suggest it might be related to nerve issues rather than structural damage. “I know everyone hears about Brock’s elbow and thinks of the injury from a couple of years ago, but talking to doctors, he just got hit in the right spot,” Shanahan explained. “When you get hit there, your nerves go, and you can’t feel much, but hopefully, it’ll be all right.”As Purdy prepares for further evaluation, he expressed his desire to play in the upcoming season finale against the Arizona Cardinals. “If we’ve got a game that we have an opportunity to suit up for and we’re healthy, yes,” he affirmed. “I want to finish the season with our guys.”

Conclusion

Brock Purdy’s update on his elbow injury reflects both his resilience and commitment to his team. As he awaits further imaging results, fans are hopeful that this latest setback will not hinder his ability to contribute in future games. The 49ers will continue to monitor Purdy’s condition closely as they look to finish the season strong despite recent challenges.