After not playing last weekend, quarterback Brock Purdy could see a series or two of action against the Broncos, according to Kyle Shanahan, but the gameplan is expected to be flipped from last weekend, with backup Sam Darnold getting a majority of the first half, while Trey Lance plays in his relief during the second half.
However, the quarterbacks aren't the only ones in the spotlight, as there are several players to keep an eye out for at a number of positions on the roster.
Stay tuned with our live updates throughout the game!
Pregame
Brock throwing passes
Brock Purdy is filmed throwing passes in warmups as he prepares for his first game back
Brock takes the field
Brock Purdy is filmed taking the field for the first time since his injury.
The new kick returners
Danny Gray, Ronnie Bell, Dazz Newsome, and D'Shawn Jamison came out to return punts in warmups.
Owner sighting
Owner Jed York and general manager John Lynch shared a pregame chat.
Ji'Ayir Brown likely to play
The Athletic's Matt Barrows reported that safety Ji'Ayir Brown, who was under the weather this week, is in uniform and warming up.
Brock Purdy
Brock Purdy appeared primed to play after head coach Kyle Shanahan shared on KNBR that he would like to see the starters get some reps.
ESPN's Nick Wagoner reported that Purdy is out warming up ahead of the game.
Starters seeing action?
It appears many 49ers' starters will play, given the number of top players warming up ahead of the game.
Brock throwing deep
Brock Purdy is seen throwing 45-yard passes in warmups.
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