The San Francisco 49ers already ruled Brock Purdy out for Week 2 , forcing them to turn to Mac Jones at quarterback. With rookie Kurtis Rourke still recovering from a torn ACL, the team elevated former UFL MVP Adrian Martinez to its active roster.

The 49ers signed Martinez to their practice squad after he was released by the New York Jets during final roster cuts. They elevated him to their active roster on Saturday, according to NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero.

Since turning professional in 2023, Martinez has yet to play an NFL snap. He began his career with the Detroit Lions, but was released before the start of the 2023 season. Martinez went on to play for the Birmingham Stallions of the UFL in 2023, with whom he won the league's MVP award.

Martinez returned to the NFL in 2024

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