Mac Jones made the most of an early opportunity to play for his new team. His starting stint may already be over.

Reports last week indicated that San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy would miss two to five weeks with a turf toe injury. Despite that longer timeline, the incumbent starter was a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice.

San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters Wednesday , via 95.7 The Game, that Purdy has a chance to return for Sunday’s game against the Arizona Cardinals.

Jones’ Week 2 performance may give the 49ers a reason not to rush back Purdy. The former New England Patriots starter registered 279 yards and three touchdowns in a 26-21 win over the New Orleans Saints.

Pro Football Focus noted that Jones completed seven of 12 passes for

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