Josh Dobbs is set to make his 15th NFL start as the quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers in Week 18 against the Arizona Cardinals. This opportunity comes as a chance for revenge, having previously started eight games for the Cardinals last season before being traded to the Minnesota Vikings. Despite a challenging record of 1-7 with Arizona, Dobbs found some success with Minnesota, going 2-2 after the trade.
At 29 years old, Dobbs has played for six different teams since being drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the fourth round of 2017. He enters this game with a 3-11 overall record, 15 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions. The 49ers are giving him this start while they assess the condition of Brock Purdy, who experienced arm issues in Week 17 but is believed to have avoided a serious injury.
In addition to Dobbs, several former Steelers quarterbacks may see action in Week 18. Chris Oladokun is anticipated to get playing time with the Kansas City Chiefs, while Kenny Pickett remains the starter for the Philadelphia Eagles. Mason Rudolph is expected to share quarterback duties with Will Levis for the Tennessee Titans, and Mitch Trubisky could play again for the Buffalo Bills as they prepare for the playoffs.
