Thompson: Brock Purdy shows 49ers he can handle postseason adversity
1 year, 11 months ago

Thompson: Brock Purdy shows 49ers he can handle postseason adversity

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Just under six minutes remained in the third quarter as the 49ers offense, backed up at the 9-yard line, set up for its seventh drive of the game. “We can all look each other in the eyes,” Juszczyk said, “and be like, ‘Now is the time!’ You get so much confidence from the other guys because you can see it in their eyes. Even though things didn’t go smoothly Sunday, even though the Dallas defense presented a unique challenge for the rookie, Purdy’s eyes were the same eyes they’d seen. “For myself,” Purdy said, “there’s times in the game when it’s like, ‘I want to be better. Last week, against Seattle, his first playoff game, Purdy rattled off one play so fast the huddle didn’t understand it.

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Purdy’s elbow injury will likely sideline him for Week 18, but isn’t long-term concern for 49ers
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1 week, 1 day ago

Purdy’s elbow injury will likely sideline him for Week 18, but isn’t long-term concern for 49ers

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy’s second full season as an NFL starting quarterback came to a disappointing finish for the San Francisco 49ers. Purdy threw two interceptions in the second half of a 40-34 loss to Detroit on Monday night before leaving the game with a right elbow injury that will likely sideline him for a meaningless season finale. …

Brock Purdy’s elbow was ‘on fire’ after hit but he says his surgically repaired ligament is fine
1 week, 2 days ago

Brock Purdy’s elbow was ‘on fire’ after hit but he says his surgically repaired ligament is fine

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy hurt his surgically repaired throwing elbow late in a loss to the Detroit Lions on Monday night, the latest blow in an injury-plagued season for the San Francisco 49ers. “But it doesn’t feel that bad, so we’ll see tomorrow.” Purdy said initial tests showed no damage to the ulnar collateral ligament he hurt in …

49ers QB Brock Purdy remains severely limited by injury to his throwing shoulder
1 month, 1 week ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy remains severely limited by injury to his throwing shoulder

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy threw one short pass in the open portion of practice for the San Francisco 49ers as he remains slowed by an injury to his throwing shoulder that has already forced him to miss a game. Left tackle Trent Williams and defensive end Nick Bosa remain sidelined at practice Wednesday after missing last week’s game. …

NFL quarterback's long-term fate revealed after being ruled out of Sunday showdown
1 month, 2 weeks ago

NFL quarterback's long-term fate revealed after being ruled out of Sunday showdown

Daily Mail  

The San Francisco 49ers believe Brock Purdy will return next Sunday for their huge game against Buffalo Bills. They face the Packers tied second in the NFC West alongside Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams, meaning Purdy's absence comes at a terrible time for last season's Super Bowl runners-up. According to Adam Schefter on Sunday morning, San Francisco believe Purdy …

Purdy’s big 4th quarter helps the 49ers overcome their mistakes and beat the Bucs
1 month, 4 weeks ago

Purdy’s big 4th quarter helps the 49ers overcome their mistakes and beat the Bucs

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The mistakes kept piling up for the San Francisco 49ers thanks to a slew of special teams blunders, key defensive penalties and missed opportunities to put the Tampa Bay Buccaneers away early. But when the 49ers needed it most on Sunday, Brock Purdy made enough big plays in the fourth quarter to deliver San Francisco a …

Tom Brady issues glowing verdict of NFL quarterback
2 months ago

Tom Brady issues glowing verdict of NFL quarterback

Daily Mail  

NFL legend and current Fox Sports commentator Tom Brady has issued a glowing review of San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy. Purdy has been the 49ers starting quarterback since midway through the 2022, when injuries to Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo forced the team's hand. San Francisco is 4-4 and not currently in a playoff spot at the NFL regular …

49ers Dominate Seahawks, Move Up in NFC West Race
2 months, 4 weeks ago

49ers Dominate Seahawks, Move Up in NFC West Race

Associated Press  

The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Seattle Seahawks 36-24 in a thrilling matchup. Deebo Samuel shone with 255 yards and 3 touchdowns, leading the Niners to a resounding victory. Brock Purdy threw for 255 yards and three touchdowns, showcasing his dual threat as a passer and runner. The 49ers dominated the game from start to finish, showcasing their offensive prowess …

The 49ers use game against Patriots as a get-well opportunity after back-to-back losses
3 months, 1 week ago

The 49ers use game against Patriots as a get-well opportunity after back-to-back losses

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — A matchup with the banged-up, struggling New England Patriots was just what the San Francisco 49ers needed following back-to-back losses on the road. Not saying the Patriots don’t, but our defense was playing very good against them today.” San Francisco turned the ball over twice, committed two penalties that wiped out TD passes from Purdy and …

Brock Purdy touts his wheels, flashes deep ball as 49ers’ stabilizing force against Patriots
3 months, 1 week ago

Brock Purdy touts his wheels, flashes deep ball as 49ers’ stabilizing force against Patriots

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy is no braggart. But following Sunday’s 30-13 win over the New England Patriots, the San Francisco 49ers quarterback did state that his 10-yard split coming out of college was faster than Deebo Samuel’s and Christian McCaffrey’s. San Francisco had a chance to put the Patriots away for good early in the fourth quarter when …

The 49ers plan to play Brock Purdy and other starters in exhibition game against the Saints
4 months, 3 weeks ago

The 49ers plan to play Brock Purdy and other starters in exhibition game against the Saints

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — After canceling joint practices this week because of a litany of injuries, San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan plans to play several of his starters, including quarterback Brock Purdy, in an exhibition game against the New Orleans Saints. “It’s always nice when you get to go up against a different look, different guys and stuff,” Purdy …

Brock Purdy counts on a healthy offseason leading to even more progress
7 months, 1 week ago

Brock Purdy counts on a healthy offseason leading to even more progress

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy’s brief time in the NFL has been a bit of a whirlwind with him going from “Mr. “Last year he had to do it and then it would just be frustrating for him because he couldn’t really go work on it,” coach Kyle Shanahan said. “At quarterback, you can obviously continue to work on …

Patrick Mahomes vs. Brock Purdy: Super Bowl LVIII tale of the QB (metrics) tape
11 months ago

Patrick Mahomes vs. Brock Purdy: Super Bowl LVIII tale of the QB (metrics) tape

New York Times  

If you placed the regular-season production of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy side by side and covered their names, Joe Fan would assume Mahomes possessed the league-leading rates while Purdy fought his way into being a top-10 quarterback. Buy Overall production Regular season player EPA/DB Psr Rt Total EPA Off EPA/Play Brock …

Steve Young explains how 49ers QB Brock Purdy can run off with Super Bowl title
11 months ago

Steve Young explains how 49ers QB Brock Purdy can run off with Super Bowl title

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy ran for 48 yards against the Detroit Lions in the NFC championship game. Nearly three decades ago, quarterback Steve Young passed for a record six touchdowns as the San Francisco 49ers won the last of their five Super Bowl championships. On Sunday, 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy will lead the 49ers against the Kansas City …

Brock Purdy remains unfazed by rise from last pick in the draft to Super Bowl QB
11 months ago

Brock Purdy remains unfazed by rise from last pick in the draft to Super Bowl QB

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Minutes after the San Francisco 49ers finished off a stunning comeback to win the NFC championship, star defender Nick Bosa pulled aside quarterback Brock Purdy and marveled at his journey. “But if you believe in yourself and you think that you have what it takes and you truly do believe that and you don’t give up on …

Brock Purdy reached Super Bowl in second year. Joe Montana, Steve Young never made it that soon
11 months ago

Brock Purdy reached Super Bowl in second year. Joe Montana, Steve Young never made it that soon

LA Times  

Brock Purdy is the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII. “Do I think it’s time to pick a new nickname?” Purdy said in response to a reporter’s question Monday during Super Bowl opening night at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Hall of Fame 49ers quarterback Joe Montana was 2-6 as a starter in his first …

Kawakami: Kyle Shanahan stands the test of time, Brock Purdy’s permanance, and other 49ers evidence
11 months, 1 week ago

Kawakami: Kyle Shanahan stands the test of time, Brock Purdy’s permanance, and other 49ers evidence

New York Times  

There is the Dan Campbell way of playing it. Which is another way of saying that Campbell is a fine coach who will learn from his first trip to the playoffs and that there’s a stark contrast to Shanahan, who was in his fourth NFC Championship Game and now is making his second trip to the Super Bowl as 49ers …

Brock Purdy, 49ers rally from 17 points down, beat Lions 34-31 to advance to Super Bowl
11 months, 1 week ago

Brock Purdy, 49ers rally from 17 points down, beat Lions 34-31 to advance to Super Bowl

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers were on the brink, needing a spark to overcome a big deficit and avoid a third straight loss in the conference title game. Purdy’s 51-yard pass that deflected off a defender’s facemask into Aiyuk’s hands helped the Niners rally from 17 points down at halftime to beat the Detroit …

Thompson: Brock Purdy managed up, managed down and saved the 49ers
11 months, 1 week ago

Thompson: Brock Purdy managed up, managed down and saved the 49ers

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The most important run of the night may not have been by Christian McCaffrey. “I’m blocking my man, and next thing I know I hear screaming,” left guard Aaron Banks said from the party in the 49ers locker room at Levi’s Stadium after the game. “I feel like if I would’ve made that block, he probably …

Kawakami: 49ers didn’t just come back to win the NFC title, they justified this entire era
11 months, 1 week ago

Kawakami: 49ers didn’t just come back to win the NFC title, they justified this entire era

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — When the moment of absolute truth arrived Sunday, the San Francisco 49ers weren’t scared, they were angry. That would have been a real rough way to end it if we couldn’t have played better with our group.” The 49ers struck back so quickly in the third quarter — a field goal after they got the second-half …

49ers QB Brock Purdy keeps focus on the Lions instead of past struggles or successes
11 months, 2 weeks ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy keeps focus on the Lions instead of past struggles or successes

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy goes into his second straight NFC championship game not worried about his early game struggles last week or basking in the glow of a comeback win or reliving the injury that derailed last year’s playoff run. “It doesn’t matter if you played good or bad,” Purdy said Wednesday about last week’s start. So it’s …

Kawakami: Was Brock Purdy’s sloppy game the best thing for him? And other 49ers issues and solutions
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Kawakami: Was Brock Purdy’s sloppy game the best thing for him? And other 49ers issues and solutions

New York Times  

Update: The Super Bowl matchup is set with the Chiefs vs. 49ers. By no means was he perfect, but it was really cool — when we needed him to be at his best, he was.” That was all part of the discordant beauty of that victory; every 49ers critic could see 100 reasons to predict their imminent doom and every …

Kawakami: This was the playoff comeback the 49ers, and especially Brock Purdy, really needed
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Kawakami: This was the playoff comeback the 49ers, and especially Brock Purdy, really needed

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — You want to know who held Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers accountable Saturday, with the clock running out, the rain coming down, Deebo Samuel out injured and the Green Bay Packers just a play or two from a monumental playoff upset? What happened next: Purdy broke out of his funk and started completing passes, …

Brock Purdy looks to use last season’s playoff experience for his 2nd time around
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Brock Purdy looks to use last season’s playoff experience for his 2nd time around

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy remembers the tension when he stepped on the field for the first time in the playoffs as a seventh-round rookie last season with only a handful of games of experience. It’s huge for me as a quarterback to go back to those moments and remember what it feels like.” The feeling last year was …

49ers QB Brock Purdy will get Week 18 off. Sam Darnold to start against the Rams
1 year ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy will get Week 18 off. Sam Darnold to start against the Rams

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Quarterback Brock Purdy will sit out the San Francisco 49ers’ regular-season finale after the team already wrapped up the No. Coach Kyle Shanahan said Wednesday that Sam Darnold will start in place of Purdy on Sunday against the Los Angeles Rams with nothing at stake for San Francisco in the game. I want Brock to get …

Brock Purdy bounces back, 49ers clinch the NFC’s top seed by beating the Commanders 27-10
1 year ago

Brock Purdy bounces back, 49ers clinch the NFC’s top seed by beating the Commanders 27-10

Associated Press  

— Minutes after rolling to a 27-10 victory at Washington, the San Francisco 49ers watched the final minute of Philadelphia’s game at Arizona together in the visiting locker room. “Back in ’19, it took us winning in Seattle on the very last play of the game to secure the 1 seed, and the fact that we were able to get …

Brock Purdy’s 4 interceptions doom the 49ers in 33-19 loss to the Ravens
1 year ago

Brock Purdy’s 4 interceptions doom the 49ers in 33-19 loss to the Ravens

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers seemed poised for another fast start when two big passes to George Kittle moved them into the red zone on the opening drive of the game. Purdy threw an interception to Kyle Hamilton in the end zone to thwart the drive and then kept giving the ball away in …

Brock Purdy’s performance for the 49ers keeps silencing the skeptics
1 year ago

Brock Purdy’s performance for the 49ers keeps silencing the skeptics

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The notion that Brock Purdy is simply a creation of coach Kyle Shanahan’s schemes and the best set of playmakers in the NFL gets put to rest the way he plays each week. His teammates think it’s time he gets a bigger share of the credit instead of it all going to Shanahan, Christian McCaffrey, Deebo …

Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16
1 year ago

Samuel scores 2 TDs, Purdy throws for career-best 368 yards as 49ers beat Seahawks 28-16

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy has an embarrassment of riches surrounding him on San Francisco’s high-powered offense. “Any one of our guys, any one of our eligibles, you get the ball in their hands and then they go do the rest.” Brandon Aiyuk added 126 yards receiving as the quartet of playmakers for the 49ers combined for 505 yards …

Thompson: Is Brock Purdy on an MVP track? Let Trent Williams convince you
1 year ago

Thompson: Is Brock Purdy on an MVP track? Let Trent Williams convince you

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Let me try to explain this to Trent Williams. The others: Joe Montana 8 straight in 1989 Drew Brees 7 in 2016 Sam Bradford 7 in 2016 — Josh Dubow December 11, 2023 “He’s so accurate,” Williams said. “I don’t get why people say he’s a system quarterback who’s gotta show you more,” Williams continued. 1 …

This time it’s Brock Purdy who dishes out punishment in 49ers’ statement win
1 year, 1 month ago

This time it’s Brock Purdy who dishes out punishment in 49ers’ statement win

New York Times  

PHILADELPHIA — In January, Brock Purdy was injured, incapacitated and left covering up in Philadelphia. '” Brock Purdy broke this Bradley Roby tackle as one of the signature plays in the 49ers’ dominant win in Philly. GO DEEPER On Brock Purdy’s quick recovery, his mental sharpness and the 49ers' power of sleep He approached the Eagles game in the same …

Kawakami: How Brock Purdy’s lively 49ers scout-team reps last season set the stage for everything
1 year, 1 month ago

Kawakami: How Brock Purdy’s lively 49ers scout-team reps last season set the stage for everything

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of the Eagles vs 49ers in NFL Week 13 action. There’s a reason why Trent Williams used the words “elephant in the room” last year when describing the way the team felt about Purdy before he got his starting shot. “It was sort of like a confidence booster — alright, if Fred is starting to …

49ers QB Brock Purdy focuses on Eagles instead of injury in return to Philadelphia
1 year, 1 month ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy focuses on Eagles instead of injury in return to Philadelphia

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy’s focus headed into his biggest regular-season start as a pro is on the Eagles and their stout defense instead of on the disappointment of his previous trip to Philadelphia that ended in a significant elbow injury. Purdy and the 49ers return to Philadelphia on Sunday for the first time since least season’s NFC title …

Brock Purdy and the 49ers get back to early-season form in time for key stretch
1 year, 1 month ago

Brock Purdy and the 49ers get back to early-season form in time for key stretch

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers got back to their early-season form just in time for their most crucial stretch of the regular season. San Francisco begins a tricky three-game stretch with a visit to division rival Seattle on Thursday night, following a trip to defending NFC champion Philadelphia and then a home game against the Seahawks. San …

Thompson: Brock Purdy has some big-time energy — and it’s perfect for this 49ers team
1 year, 1 month ago

Thompson: Brock Purdy has some big-time energy — and it’s perfect for this 49ers team

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — On a three-step drop, in about two-and-a-half seconds, the ball was launched. And after Aiyuk scooted the remaining 43 yards for the 76-yard touchdown, and the signature moment of the 49ers’ 27-14 win over the Buccaneers, Purdy let out a yell. “I didn’t know what to do.” In the resounding win over Jacksonville last Sunday, the …

San Francisco 49ers return to winning ways against Jacksonville Jaguars
1 year, 1 month ago

San Francisco 49ers return to winning ways against Jacksonville Jaguars

The Independent  

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Kawakami: Brock Purdy is the 49ers’ QB constant — and constantly surprising
1 year, 1 month ago

Kawakami: Brock Purdy is the 49ers’ QB constant — and constantly surprising

New York Times  

No, Brock Purdy wasn’t dead set on heaving the most stubborn and ill-advised pass of his 49ers career — one that still had Kyle Shanahan shaking his head hours later — as he drifted near the left sideline and saw Brandon Aiyuk and George Kittle running with defenders to his right. “I sort of nodded right and literally went right,” …

The 49ers struggle to come from behind during 3-game losing streak
1 year, 2 months ago

The 49ers struggle to come from behind during 3-game losing streak

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers showed they could thrive as front-runners during a 5-0 start to the season. Brock Purdy turned the ball over three times in the final 16 minutes and San Francisco’s defense struggled to slow down Joe Burrow and the Cincinnati Bengals, leading to a 31-17 loss Sunday that was the third straight for …

The 49ers lose their 3rd straight game in mistake-filled 31-17 loss to the Bengals
1 year, 2 months ago

The 49ers lose their 3rd straight game in mistake-filled 31-17 loss to the Bengals

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy keeps giving the ball away, San Francisco’s heralded defense is struggling to generate stops and the early season dominance for the 49ers is firmly in the past. “The common denominator right now is I haven’t been able to say through the last three losses that man, our defense had our best outing and we …

49ers QB Brock Purdy clears concussion protocol and will start against the Bengals
1 year, 2 months ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy clears concussion protocol and will start against the Bengals

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy cleared the final step of concussion protocol and is set to start on Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals. The 49ers announced Saturday that Purdy will have no injury designation for the game against the Bengals after suffering the concussion late in a loss at Minnesota on Monday night. Coach Kyle …

49ers QB Brock Purdy placed in concussion protocol
1 year, 2 months ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy placed in concussion protocol

Associated Press  

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is in concussion protocol, putting his status for this week’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals in doubt. Coach Kyle Shanahan said that Purdy reported symptoms on the flight home after Monday night’s loss in Minnesota and was placed in the protocol. “He just has to go through the process.” Shanahan said Purdy could play …

49ers QB Brock Purdy in concussion protocol: What it means for San Francisco
1 year, 2 months ago

49ers QB Brock Purdy in concussion protocol: What it means for San Francisco

New York Times  

By Matt Barrows, David Lombardi and Larry Holder San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is in concussion protocol, coach Kyle Shanahan said Wednesday. Here’s what you need to know: What this means for San Francisco Darnold is the 49ers’ backup quarterback and Shanahan said that the team has full confidence in him if Purdy is unable to play. — David …

Thompson: Can Brock Purdy keep it up? These throws show he’s got the talent
1 year, 2 months ago

Thompson: Can Brock Purdy keep it up? These throws show he’s got the talent

New York Times  

One critical drive on Sunday featured three throws by Brock Purdy, throws that not only ended the Cowboys but revealed the talent and mentality of the San Francisco 49ers quarterback. The 49ers were clearly worried about the Cowboys’ pass rush, so they got the ball out of Purdy’s hands quickly. If Purdy leads Aiyuk too far, the momentum carries him …

Kawakami: Case closed — Brock Purdy and the 49ers are very good and only getting better
1 year, 3 months ago

Kawakami: Case closed — Brock Purdy and the 49ers are very good and only getting better

New York Times  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — The most important Brock Purdy Debate isn’t what you thought it was. Here’s the real question in the aftermath of yet another classic Purdy game Sunday in the San Francisco 49ers’ smashing 42-10 victory over the Dallas Cowboys at Levi’s Stadium: Is Purdy destined to be a Pro Bowl QB by the middle of next season, …

Giants vs. 49ers odds, expert picks: San Francisco looks to stay undefeated with Brock Purdy
1 year, 3 months ago

Giants vs. 49ers odds, expert picks: San Francisco looks to stay undefeated with Brock Purdy

New York Times  

Week 3 of the NFL season begins with the New York Giants visiting the San Francisco 49ers in a matchup of two teams that made the playoffs a year ago. Storylines for Giants vs. 49ers Fan theory or the real thing: Is Brian Daboll calling plays for Giants? Here’s what we know Giants rule out Saquon Barkley vs. 49ers with …

Brock Purdy heads into 2nd Thursday night game for 49ers in better health
1 year, 3 months ago

Brock Purdy heads into 2nd Thursday night game for 49ers in better health

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy learned about the difficulties of playing on a short turnaround for a Thursday night game in just his second career start last season. You have two days to put it all together and roll.” The process for Purdy headed into Thursday night’s home opener against the New York Giants is a bit easier than …

49ers minutia minute: Nick Bosa logs a lot of snaps but says it’s only ‘up’ from here
1 year, 3 months ago

49ers minutia minute: Nick Bosa logs a lot of snaps but says it’s only ‘up’ from here

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of Thursday Night Football featuring 49ers vs. Giants The San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. What a catch JJ 👐 pic.twitter.com/uJQ4iFtMUX — San Francisco 49ers September 17, 2023 Running backs: McCaffrey 57, Samuel 3 Four 49ers were active for the game but didn’t play a snap: Backup quarterback Sam Darnold, rookies …

Rams-49ers matchups: Line play key against physical San Francisco
1 year, 3 months ago

Rams-49ers matchups: Line play key against physical San Francisco

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy kept his poise against safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and the Pittsburgh Steelers. Tight end George Kittle is among the NFL’s best at his position, and receiver Brandon Aiyuk caught eight passes for 129 yards and two touchdowns in the opener. The Rams will try to pressure Purdy with a front that includes seven-time All-Pro lineman …

Purdy throws 2 TDs in return from elbow surgery; 49ers drill Steelers 30-7 in season opener
1 year, 3 months ago

Purdy throws 2 TDs in return from elbow surgery; 49ers drill Steelers 30-7 in season opener

Associated Press  

PITTSBURGH — Brock Purdy spent months rehabbing his surgically repaired right elbow and an entire training camp wondering if he could regain the magic he summoned so improbably — and so regularly — during his remarkable rookie season a year ago. Irrelevant” to the NFC championship game last season, Purdy threw for 220 yards and a pair of touchdowns to …

Thompson: Brock Purdy, the 49ers and the ‘weird situation’ with so much riding on it
1 year, 4 months ago

Thompson: Brock Purdy, the 49ers and the ‘weird situation’ with so much riding on it

New York Times  

Jimmy Garoppolo, lacquered in his trademark professionalism and politeness, fired a shot at his former coach when discussing Trey Lance’s unceremonial dump-off to Dallas. “I’ll just leave it at that.” These are just the latest remarks in a slow leak of Garoppolo’s clear frustrations with 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan. But in the macro, in the grand scheme of the …

QB questions linger over 49ers headed into summer break
1 year, 7 months ago

QB questions linger over 49ers headed into summer break

Associated Press  

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Brock Purdy resumed his throwing program, Trey Lance looked healthy and showed off his improved mechanics and Sam Darnold got acclimated to a new offense. The San Francisco 49ers ended their offseason program and headed off for summer break with some encouraging signs about their quarterback room despite many lingering questions that won’t really start to …

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