49ers could pursue two NFC edge rushers after a rumored trade, signaling potential upgrades to their defense that could shift game outcomes and fantasy implications.

<p>Week 6 against San Francisco looms as a test for White's ceiling if Irving remains out. The 49ers' defense is formidable, but the Buccaneers' plan to lean on White as a dynamic, dual-threat back could carve out DFS-relevant opportunities in a potentially high-scoring affair.</p><p>White’s upside hinges on continued pass-catching usage and effective game-script management without Irving, making him a high-variance but tantalizing play for fantasy managers.</p>

The 49ers’ defense limited Ferguson early, with the Rams trailing, but Ferguson’s 21-yard catch showed the defense’s vulnerability to multiple receiving options. A tough matchup, yet the moment revealed Ferguson’s potential to exploit man coverage and create after the catch when schemed into comfortable spots.

<p>San Francisco is navigating a delicate QB dilemma: Jones’s breakout as a backup challenges the Purdy era and fuels cap-and-contract questions. The team sits at 4-1 with Jones, wrestling with whether to lean into his efficiency or protect Purdy’s long-term value, all while Saleh’s defensive influence remains a benchmark for the league.</p>

<p>Brock Purdy’s toe injury and rising turnover rate put his $53M-per-year contract under scrutiny. Through two games, 73 attempts with 4 interceptions (5.5% INT rate) contrast with Jones’s 129 attempts and 1 interception (0.8% INT), fueling debate about value and whether Purdy remains SF’s best long-term bet.</p>