49ers QB Brock Purdy to postpone surgery due to inflamination

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will postpone his upcoming elbow surgery on his doctor’s recommendation, according to NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero.

Delaying Brock Purdy's surgery doesn't change timeline much and is prudent course of action to make sure 49ers QB comes back at 100%, per @TomPelisserohttps://t.co/y9vOC80BYL pic.twitter.com/AfQaeyqADZ

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Purdy visited Dr. Keith Meister on Tuesday, who recommended delaying Purdy’s surgery due to ongoing inflammation, Pelissero reported late Tuesday night.

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Despite the delay, all signs point to a UCL repair for Purdy that will have him ready for the 2023 season.

Purdy is set for a follow-up in early March, Pelissero added.

Brock Purdy is scheduled to undergo surgery on his torn UCL tomorrow. Leading elbow specialist Dr. Keith Meister will perform it. pic.twitter.com/fAkS1lH2wE

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