Bhan-Just when everyone thought Brock Purdy was back to 100%, a shocking medical update has thrown the 49ers into chaos.

Santa Clara, CA — What was supposed to be a routine injury report has now turned into a full-blown mystery.
Just hours after practice, a prominent orthopedic surgeon — reportedly familiar with the type of elbow injury Brock Purdy suffered — delivered an update that has left the entire NFL world scratching its head.

The doctor’s comments suggested that Purdy’s recovery may not be as “fully complete” as initially claimed, hinting at potential inflammation and a “lingering structural sensitivity” in his throwing arm.
That one phrase — “structural sensitivity” — sent shockwaves across San Francisco.

According to multiple sources close to the team, the 49ers’ medical staff held an emergency evaluation meeting late last night to reassess Purdy’s availability ahead of Sunday’s crucial matchup.
The decision, described internally as “imminent and final,” will determine whether Purdy starts — or if the team will be forced to turn to their backup plan.

Fans, however, are in complete disarray.
On social media, confusion has turned to anxiety:

“We were told he was 100% weeks ago — what’s going on?”

“Why does every Purdy update feel like a plot twist?”

“If he’s not ready, just say it. Don’t play games with our season.”

This latest twist comes amid an already tense week for the 49ers, who have battled mounting injuries on both sides of the ball. Sources say head coach Kyle Shanahan is “monitoring every variable” but remains “committed to player health over pressure.”

Still, insiders say the tone around the facility has changed — from optimism to unease.
And the timing couldn’t be worse.

With playoff implications on the line and a national audience waiting, the 49ers now face the impossible choice:
👉 Risk it all with an uncertain Brock Purdy…
or
👉 Play it safe — and change the course of their season.

Whatever the decision, one thing is clear — this is no longer just about one arm.
It’s about trust, timing, and a franchise standing on the edge of uncertainty.