NFL News: Quarterbacks

Coach Kyle Shanahan suggested Mullens would retain the backup quarterback role for Sunday's game against the Rams, despite the 49ers' recent signing of Tom Savage, Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee reports. "[Savage] just got here and by no means are we trying to have a number two quarterback competition battle right now," Shanahan said. "We're trying to get our starters ready to play, continue to prepare our backups in case something does happen and if that does ever happen, we'll deal with it then."

Wentz (back) was a full practice participant Thursday, Reuben Frank of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Winston was designated with a hip injury on Wednesday's practice report but still turned in a full session, Carmen Vitali of the team's official site reports.

Watson (chest) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice.

Wentz was limited at Wednesday's practice due to a back injury, but he's expected to resume full participation Thursday, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

Mayfield (ankle) isn't listed on the Browns' initial injury report ahead of Sunday's game in Tampa Bay.

Osweiler will start Sunday's game against the Lions, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.

Peterman will remain in a backup role Sunday against the Colts with coach Sean McDermott announcing that Derek Anderson would start at quarterback in place of the injured Josh Allen (elbow), Sal Maiorana of the Rochester Democrat and Chronicle reports.

Coach Sean McDermott named Anderson the Bills' starting quarterback for Sunday's game against the Colts, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Savage signed a contract with the 49ers on Tuesday, Jordan Schultz of ESPN reports.

Rodgers said after Monday's victory over the 49ers that he is hoping to shed his knee brace during the Packers' bye week, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL.com.

Beathard completed 16 of 23 passes for 245 yards, two touchdowns and an interception in Monday night's 33-30 loss to the Packers.

Savage is expected to sign with the 49ers, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports reports.

Rodgers completed 25 of 46 passes for 425 yards and two touchdowns in Monday night's 33-30 win over the 49ers. He also rushed three times for 34 yards.

Anderson's teammate Josh Allen has been diagnosed with an injured ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow and is considered "week-to-week" by coach Sean McDermott.

Jackson played two offensive snaps Sunday and took one carry for 22 yards against the Titans.