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San Francisco 49ers vs. New York Giants Injury Report – Latest Updates on Brock Purdy, George Kittle and Daniel Bellinger For NFL Week 9 Clash

Rudra Dubey

Purdy’s return headlines 49ers’ injury outlook as Giants battle rising absences in Week 9

The San Francisco 49ers (5-3) travel to MetLife Stadium to face the New York Giants (2-6) in a Week 9 battle on Sunday. Both teams are coming off Week 8 losses and enter the matchup battling through a series of injuries to key contributors.

San Francisco has hit a midseason crossroads after a strong 3-1 start. The 49ers have dropped two of their last three, falling at Tampa Bay in Week 6 and at Houston last week, tightening the NFC West race. Still, their wins over Seattle, New Orleans, Arizona, the Rams (in overtime), and Atlanta have highlighted flashes of the team’s championship potential. With divisional contests against the Rams and Cardinals on deck, Week 9 offers a chance to stabilize before the stretch run.

The Giants, meanwhile, sit at 2-6 after a rough 0-3 start. Their victories over the Chargers and Eagles have been offset by setbacks to New Orleans, Denver, and another loss to Philadelphia. Offensive inconsistency and mounting injuries have made it difficult to build rhythm, forcing continued depth chart adjustments as they prepare to host San Francisco.

San Francisco 49ers Injury Update for Week 9 Game vs. New York Giants

San Francisco’s midweek report was lengthy, reflecting a team still managing several key health concerns. Offensive linemen Jake Brendel (hamstring) and Ben Bartch (ankle) were among the limited or non-participants, while multiple defensive linemen, including Alfred Collins (shoulder), Yetur Gross-Matos (knee/hamstring), Bryce Huff (hamstring), Sam Okuayinonu (ankle), and Dee Winters (knee), were all held out. 

Quarterback Brock Purdy (toe) was limited but trending toward a return after missing time with turf toe, while tight end George Kittle (oblique) and receiver Jauan Jennings (ankle, rib, shoulder) both practiced in full. Running back Christian McCaffrey and tackle Trent Williams received rest days. Despite the long list, the 49ers appear positioned to regain some stability as Purdy works his way back under center.

Below is the injury report for the San Francisco 49ers for Week 9 action against the New York Giants.

PlayerPositionInjuryPracticeStatus
Ben BartchOLAnkleLP (Wed)
Jake BrendelOLHamstringDNP (Wed)
Spencer BurfordOLKneeFP (Wed)
Alfred CollinsDLShoulderDNP (Wed)
Kalia DavisDLHandFP (Wed)
Jordan ElliottDLAnkleLP (Wed)
Yetur Gross-MatosDLKnee, HamstringDNP (Wed)
Bryce HuffDLHamstringDNP (Wed)
Jauan JenningsWRAnkle, Rib, ShoulderFP (Wed)
Mac JonesQBKneeFP (Wed)
George KittleTEObliqueFP (Wed)
Christian McCaffreyRBNot Injury Related – RestDNP (Wed)
Sam OkuayinonuDLAnkleDNP (Wed)
Ricky PearsallWRKneeDNP (Wed)
Brock PurdyQBToeLP (Wed)
Upton StoutCBShoulderLP (Wed)
Keion WhiteDLNot Injury Related – OtherLP (Wed)
Trent WilliamsTNot Injury Related – RestDNP (Wed)
Dee WintersLBKneeDNP (Wed)
*Note: DNP – Did not practice, LP – Limited participant, FP – Full participant

New York Giants Injury Update for Week 9 Game vs. San Francisco 49ers

In contrast, the Giants’ injury situation remains concerning. Tight end Daniel Bellinger (neck) and cornerback Cor’Dale Flott (concussion), both sidelined against Philadelphia, did not practice again Wednesday. They were joined on the DNP list by cornerback Paulson Adebo (knee), guard Jermaine Eluemunor (pectoral), defensive end Chauncey Golston (neck), cornerback Art Green (hamstring), and wideout Jalin Hyatt (tooth). 

Beaux Collins (quad), safety Jevon Holland (knee), and tight end Chris Manhertz (illness) were limited participants. Adding to the offensive strain, key playmakers Malik Nabers and Skattebo remain out for the season, leaving the unit thin on firepower.

Below is the injury report for the New York Giants for Week 9 action against the San Francisco 49ers.

PlayerPositionInjuryPracticeStatus
Paulson AdeboCBKneeDNP (Wed)
Daniel BellingerTENeckDNP (Wed)
Jermaine EluemunorGPecDNP (Wed)
Cordale FlottCBConcussionDNP (Wed)
Chauncey GolstonDENeckDNP (Wed)
Art GreenCBHamstringDNP (Wed)
Jalin HyattWRToothDNP (Wed)
Greg Van RotenGNIR – RestDNP (Wed)
Beaux CollinsWRQuadLP (Wed)
Jevon HollandSAFKneeLP (Wed)
Chris ManhertzTEIllnessLP (Wed)
Rico PaytonCBGroinFP (Wed)
*Note: DNP – Did not practice, LP – Limited participant, FP – Full participant

Both teams enter Week 9 dealing with extensive injury lists, but the situations feel markedly different. For San Francisco, the potential return of Brock Purdy offers stability and leadership as the offense looks to regain rhythm. The Giants, however, remain shorthanded with several defensive starters still sidelined and key offensive weapons already out for the season. As Friday’s final practice reports near, the 49ers appear better equipped to absorb their absences heading into Sunday’s clash at MetLife Stadium.

Mandatory Image Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

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I’m an academic turned sports writer from Raipur, India, specializing in the NFL, MMA, and tennis at The Playoffs. I previously wrote for Sportskeeda and hold a B.A. and M.A. in History. My journey into sports media began far from the field, rooted in the arts and sciences. Funny enough, I didn’t grow up a sports fan; I used to see it all as just noise. But a fateful writing job introduced me to the world of sports, and what began as a gig quickly became a passion. I understood those voices aren’t noise; they’re emotions of true sports fans, and now I am one of them, writing with the same energy I once questioned.

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