C.J. Beathard

C.J. Beathard throws touchdown in relief of Jimmy Garoppolo in Week 5

C.J. Beathard completed 9-of-18 passes for 94 yards and a score during the 49ers' Week 5 loss to the Dolphins.

Fantasy Impact

Beathard started the second half in favor of Jimmy Garoppolo, in which Kyle Shanahan said was to 'protect' him from further injury. Still, Beathard fared better than the vet, leading the 49ers' to a touchdown drive on their first possession of the second half. It's unclear if the 49ers' will trot Garoppolo out there in Week 6 given his current health but Beathard would be in line to start in his absence. It's worth noting that Kyle Shanahan's post-game comments indicate the Garoppolo is the 49ers' starter and that Sunday's benching had more to do with health. This will be a situation worth monitoring throughout the week.