San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has only played two games this season due to turf toe but has a chance to return this weekend when his team faces the New York Giants on the road. Purdy last played on Sept. 28, with Mac Jones taking over the starting QB duties while Purdy has been sidelined.

49ers coach Kyle Shanahan on Monday expressed some optimism that Purdy could be back in the lineup on Sunday, but said the team would learn more at Wednesday's practice. Once Wednesday rolled around, Purdy was again a limited participant.

Purdy initially injured the toe in Week 1, but was able to return for Week 4 -- only to re-aggravate the injury. So what does Purdy need to show in order to return to the field? Shanahan said it's confidence.

"If he gets out there, and he's h

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