49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo’s shoulder injury reportedly ‘something to watch’ ahead of playoff showdown vs. Packers
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo started out Sunday’s NFC Wild Card game against the Dallas Cowboys hot.
The embattled signal-caller completed eight of his first 10 passes, leading the 49ers to a 10-0 lead after the first quarter of action.
But, as has been the case throughout his up-and-down career with the 49ers, a lack of consistency plagued Garoppolo throughout the remainder of the game. This included throwing an ugly second-half interception that brought Dallas closer after falling down 23-7.
We’re now hearing more information regarding Garoppolo heading into Saturday’s NFC Divisional Playoff clash with the Packers in Green Bay.
As was noted earlier in the week, the quarterback suffered a right shoulder sprain during the game. That’s in addition to the significant thumb injury Garoppolo is playing through after missing Week 17’s win over the Houston Texans.
According to NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport, this latest injury is something to pay attention to as San Francisco vies for a second NFC Championship Game appearance in three seasons.
“Jimmy Garoppolo’s shoulder and torn thumb are something to watch heading into this weekend,” Rapoport said on the “Pat McAfee Show” Tuesday.
