Brock Purdy Set to Return as 49ers Face Cardinals in Crucial NFL Matchup

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The San Francisco 49ers are gearing up for a crucial matchup against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, with a major boost in store: the expected return of quarterback Brock Purdy. Purdy has been out for six games due to a toe injury, but the team is optimistic that he will be back in action this week. The 49ers will also welcome back wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, who has been sidelined with a knee injury. However, the team faces a few injuries of its own, including the absence of defensive tackle Alfred Collins. The Cardinals, on the other hand, will be without their top receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. due to appendicitis surgery. This gives Arizona's Michael Wilson a chance to shine as the team's top option at receiver. The 49ers have a strong track record against the Cardinals, winning five of the past seven games between the teams. However, the Cardinals have had success at home, winning seven of the past 11 games against the 49ers at State Farm Stadium. San Francisco's Christian McCaffrey is having an impressive season, becoming the fourth player in NFL history to reach 600 yards rushing and 600 yards receiving in his team's first 10 games. The game will also see a showdown between Purdy and the Cardinals' defense, which has been led by veterans Josh Sweat and Calais Campbell. Sweat has eight sacks this season, while Campbell has five. The 49ers will need to contain the Cardinals' tight end Trey McBride, who leads the team with 61 catches, 602 yards receiving, and six touchdowns. McBride has been on a hot streak, with at least one touchdown catch in each of his last four games. The game is expected to be a closely contested matchup, with both teams having their strengths and weaknesses. The 49ers will need to capitalize on their opportunities and contain the Cardinals' offense if they want to come out on top.