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Report: 49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo Could Return for Playoffs; out 7-8 Weeks with Injury

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo could return from his foot injury in time to play in the postseason.

ESPN's Adam Schefter provided more context:

Adam Schefter

Sources: Doctors concluded today that 49ers' QB Jimmy Garoppolo does not need foot surgery, it is not a Lisfranc injury, and if rehab goes smoothly, he could have a chance to return in 7-8 weeks, making him a potential playoff contributor. <a href="https://t.co/beYu1Pa9KU">pic.twitter.com/beYu1Pa9KU</a>

The 31-year-old has been hit by the injury bug in the 2022 campaign. He had soreness in his knee after taking a hit in a Nov.