The 49ers have brought back 31-year-old Nate Sudfeld, who spent nearly a year as a free agent after being released by the Lions

The 49ers face uncertainty as quarterback Mac Jones is out for the preseason finale. Brock Purdy, Nate Sudfeld, and Carter Bradley are in contention.

Nate Sudfeld, who played at Indiana from 2012-15, signed with the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday, extending his NFL career.

This is a significant blow to the 49ers' RB room since Taylor had secured a spot as a reliable third or fourth option who contributed on special teams. He posted a career-high 109 yards on 17 carries in San Francisco's Week 18 loss to the Arizona Cardinals last season.

The San Francisco 49ers announced Tuesday the return of quarterback Nate Sudfeld via a one-year deal, placing running back Patrick Taylor Jr. (shoulder) on season-ending injured reserve.

The San Francisco 49ers don’t want to take risks if they lose Brock Purdy in the 2025 NFL season, which is why they have signed a Super Bowl–winning quarterback to support him.

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back a familiar face under center. According to the Athletic's Matt Barrows, the 49ers are signing quarterback Nate Sudfeld after Sudfeld threw in a wide receiver workout Monday.

Former Detroit Lions quarterback Nate Sudfeld signed with the San Francisco 49ers and will view for the chance to back up Brock Purdy.