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49ers to start Jones vs. Falcons; Purdy out again

Niners coach Kyle Shanahan said Mac Jones will again step into the starting quarterback role this week against Atlanta, as Brock Purdy’s return from a toe ailment will have to wait at least another week.

Raiders’ Bowers doubtful; WR Meyers in question

Raiders tight end Brock Bowers returned to practice Friday but is still doubtful to play because of a knee injury. Receiver Jakobi Meyers is also questionable with knee and toe injuries.

Cincy hopes benching gets Taylor-Britt ‘to respond’

The Bengals made cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt a healthy scratch for the team’s 33-31 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday — although they hope that inspires him to “go on a great run here.”

Sources: LSU LB Whit Weeks doubtful vs. Vandy

LSU linebacker Whit Weeks is considered doubtful for Saturday’s game against Vanderbilt, sources told ESPN’s Pete Thamel, as the first-team All-SEC deals with a bone bruise in his ankle.

Chiefs WR Rice ‘sharp’ in practice ahead of debut

Cheifs receiver Rashee Rice performed well in his first practice week since finishing his six-game suspension, setting himself up to play a sizable amount of snaps for Sunday’s game against the Raiders.