Purdy’s Rise to Stardom

Since taking over as the starting quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers in 2022, Brock Purdy has been the focus of the team’s future plans. In a significant move, the 49ers have signed Purdy to a five-year contract worth $265 million, which includes an impressive $181 million in guaranteed money, as reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Purdy, once dubbed “Mr. Irrelevant” for being the last pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, has seen his earnings skyrocket. Previously, he had a total salary of just $2.6 million over three seasons, making him the 76th highest-paid QB in the league during that timeframe. Under his new contract, he will earn an average of $53 million annually, translating to nearly $2.9 million per week — a stark contrast to his earlier earnings.

General Manager’s Confidence

General Manager John Lynch expressed optimism about finalizing Purdy’s deal back in March, stating, “I think we’re going to get the deal done. That’s what I believe.” This confidence continued as Purdy reported for the offseason program, indicating that negotiations were on a positive path.

The Team’s Commitment

Despite a challenging 2024 season marked by injuries to key players, including running back Christian McCaffrey and wide receiver Deebo Samuel, the 49ers’ faith in Purdy remained unshaken. Lynch and Head Coach Kyle Shanahan have consistently affirmed that they envision Purdy as a central figure in the team’s future.

“Brock is the leader of our team,” Shanahan said on January 8. “I plan on being with Brock here the whole time I’m here. We’re capable of winning a Super Bowl with him.”

A Strategic Negotiation

This recent deal closely mirrors the contract extension the 49ers previously negotiated with quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo in 2018. Although the timing was distinct since Purdy still had a year remaining on his rookie deal, the contract solidified his role long before other significant negotiations, demonstrating the urgency to secure him given his position as starting quarterback.

Impressive Career Stats

Throughout his brief yet impactful career, Purdy has distinguished himself statistically:

• Completed 9,242 passing yards (4th in NFL)
• Achieved 62 touchdown passes (7th in NFL)
• Maintained an average of 9.0 yards per attempt (1st in NFL)
• Earned a Total QBR of 70.6 (4th in NFL)

Despite facing challenges in the previous season, Purdy demonstrated resilience and consistency, finishing seventh in QBR and maintaining a competitive passing yardage.

Looking Forward

With his contract finalized, Purdy is eager to focus on regaining the team’s competitive edge after a disappointing season. “I want to be in San Francisco and play my football career here,” he expressed. “I know that I’m the guy for this organization and that I can do what it takes to help lead us where we want to go.”

Special Teams Update

In addition to Purdy’s contract, the 49ers have also made moves in their special teams unit, signing veteran kicker Greg Joseph to a one-year deal as they look for competition against incumbent Jake Moody, who struggled during the previous season.