SANTA CLARA — Football is a physical game — a violent game — but 49ers’ quarterback C.J. Beathard seems to take that truth to a new level.
In his seven games as the Niners’ starter at the most important position in the sport, Beathard has taken a downright beating. On Sunday, against the Chargers, he took eight hits plus a few more on rushing plays, and each was seemingly more vicious than the one before it.
Given the level of punishment, It’s truly incredible Beathard was able to finish Sunday’s game.
And if he continues to take hits at this rate, it’ll be truly incredible if he finishes the season.