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Who is 49ers backup quarterback Dylan Thompson?

The San Francisco 49ers have a new backup quarterback following the decision to place Colin Kaepernick on injured reserve. Time to learn more about rookie QB Dylan Thompson.

The San Francisco 49ers placed Colin Kaepernick on injured reserve on Saturday afternoon, and that raised plenty of chatter about Kap's future with the team, and all the implications related to that. One thing that has been slightly overlooked is the fact that the 49ers have a new backup quarterback!

Blaine Gabbert is making his second start of the season against the Seattle Seahawks, and if he stays healthy, he will start the 49ers remaining games.