Jimmy Garoppolo named starting QB for 49ers' matchup vs. Bears

— -- San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan has decided to go with Jimmy Garoppolo as his starting quarterback Sunday against the Chicago Bears.

Shanahan met with Garoppolo and C.J. Beathard on Tuesday to inform them of his decision.

Garoppolo, who arrived in San Francisco from the New England Patriots at the trade deadline last month, made his long-awaited 49ers debut this past Sunday when Beathard suffered a left leg injury in a loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

Garoppolo replaced Beathard to a loud ovation from fans, and promptly ran for 4 yards and completed his only two passes for 19 yards, including a touchdown.

That cameo was enough to leave many Niners fans wanting more, but Shanahan did not want to make a quick decision after the game. Since the 49ers acquired Garoppolo, Shanahan has preached patience with the former Patriots backup as he learns a new system after 3? years in New England.

Shanahan said he would not factor Garoppolo's three plays against the Seahawks into his decision. Instead, Beathard's health and Garoppolo's state of readiness would be his primary concerns.

Shanahan said Monday he had seen Garoppolo take steps forward. He also said Beathard was "pretty banged up" after suffering a bruise to his left knee and a hip strain, and that he wanted to give Beathard a little more time to recover before making a decision on this week's starter.