Garoppolo has had his fair share of injuries while 49ers quarterback, and Week 13 unfortunately resulted in the latest for the passer.
In the first quarter of the 49ers-Dolphins matchup, Garoppolo was injured after a Miami defender landed on Garoppolo’s foot/ankle area. After heading into the medical tent, Garoppolo would be carted to the locker room.
🚨Jimmy Garoppolo suffered a broken left foot on this play. Season over. pic.twitter.com/J7mObj95cF
— Inside Injuries (@InsideInjuries) December 5, 2022
Unfortunately for Garoppolo, that injury will keep him out for the long haul.
In his stead, Brock Purdy (2022 NFL Draft Mr. Irrelevant) would throw a touchdown pass to keep pace with the high-octane Dolphins.
Here’s the latest on Garoppolo’s injury:
Jimmy Garoppolo injury update
Following the 49ers-Dolphins matchup, head coach Kyle Shanahan told reporters that Garoppolo suffered a broken foot. The injury will require season-ending surgery.
Coach Shanahan confirms Jimmy Garoppolo suffered a season-ending foot injury that will require surgery. #FTTBhttps://t.co/xjReR0VcpH pic.twitter.com/mYvj17trq9
— Chris Alvarez (@CAlvarezABC7) December 5, 2022
Kyle Shanahan also told reporters that 49ers’ QB Jimmy Garoppolo will require season-ending foot surgery. More medical tests are scheduled for Monday. pic.twitter.com/e17rT9ftPK
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) December 5, 2022
Garoppolo was sacked on the opening drive of the Week 13 49ers-Dolphins matchup, leading to the injury. The 49ers quarterback was originally listed as “questionable” with an injury to his right ankle/foot.
After making his way to the medical tent, Garoppolo was carted to the locker room.
Jimmy Garoppolo on the injury cart. He limped out of the tent onto it pic.twitter.com/FWcdLJxoH7
— David Lombardi (@LombardiHimself) December 4, 2022
Garoppolo would later be listed as “out” with a foot injury, ending his afternoon vs. Miami. As it turns out, that would also be the
QB Jimmy Garoppolo has been downgraded to out. https://t.co/kVxqByzuVW
— San Francisco 49ers (@49ers) December 4, 2022
Replacing Garoppolo is Brock Purdy, the final selection of the 2022 NFL Draft. Purdy was 4-of-9 passing with 66 yards and an interception entering Sunday’s game.
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