December 2nd 2024.
The 49ers have made some changes to their starting lineup for tonight's game against the Buffalo Bills. Quarterback Brandon Allen, who started in last week's loss to the Green Bay Packers, has been demoted to the No. 3 emergency role. This means that he will only come into the game if the first two quarterbacks are unable to play. Brock Purdy, who was unable to play in last week's game due to a shoulder injury, is expected to start tonight. Josh Dobbs, who has yet to make his debut with the 49ers, will serve as the backup quarterback.
The 49ers arrived at the snow-covered Highmark Stadium three hours before kickoff, bundled up in winter coats and with serious expressions on their faces. They took to the field for warmups an hour later, including Purdy, who had been limited in practice earlier in the week due to his injury. The snowstorm that hit Orchard Park, located just south of Buffalo, had left over two feet of snow on the ground, making the field conditions a mystery for both teams.
The 49ers announced a number of injured players who will not be playing in tonight's game, including defensive end Nick Bosa, left tackle Trent Williams, and cornerback Deommodore Lenoir. Also on the inactive list are guard Aaron Banks, defensive tackle Jordan Elliott, and quarterback Brandon Allen, who has been demoted to the emergency role. Linebacker Demetrius Flannigan Fowles is also not playing.
The Bills have their own list of inactive players, including wide receiver Keon Coleman and tight end Dalton Kincaid. The rest of the list is rounded out by cornerback Kaiir Elam, linebacker Eddie Ulofoshio, defensive end Javon Solomon, offensive lineman Will Clapp, and quarterback Mike White.
Today's game is the last of four road games for NFC West teams. The Seattle Seahawks took sole possession of first place in the division with a win over the New York Jets, while the Arizona Cardinals lost to the Minnesota Vikings and the Los Angeles Rams defeated the New Orleans Saints. The 49ers are currently in last place in the division, but their position could change depending on the outcome of tonight's game.
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