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NegativeUsageOct 28, 2026
Brock Purdy did not complete a pass to a wide receiver until the third quarter, indicating early-game offensive game plan or execution patterns that delayed vertical passing.NegativeProjectionOct 27, 2026
Purdy entered Week 7 with a 1.2% interception rate—the fourth-highest yards per attempt in the NFL—suggesting strong ball security and efficiency; however, he threw as many interceptions against the Falcons as he did in the first six games combined, a significant regression that undermines confidence in his reliability despite prior strong metrics.NegativeRoleOct 26, 2026
Purdy threw an interception to Jessie Bates III on a play where he intended to throw the ball away out of bounds; he initially considered throwing to Christian Kirk on the scramble but decided against it. Purdy acknowledged it was a bad throw, though the source notes Bates made an exceptional play that would succeed only about one in ten times. The interception was part of a broader pattern of near-misses for Purdy, including a phantom touchdown to Jordan Watkins and a dropped pass to Brandon Aiyuk in the NFC Wild Card.NegativeUsageOct 26, 2026
Brock Purdy threw multiple interceptions in an outlier performance against Atlanta, including one at the 25-yard line on 2nd and 14 that dropped the 49ers' win probability from 44% to 32% (a 12-point swing). A second interception with 2:42 left dropped win probability from 20% to 1%. The source notes this was the first time the 49ers have seen multiple interceptions from Purdy all season, and the turnovers cost them 10-14 points in the red zone alone.NegativeProjectionOct 26, 2026
Purdy finished 21st in EPA per play in Week 7 but sixth in passing success rate; interceptions heavily influenced the EPA number. He completed 67% of his passes with 7.2 yards per attempt. Purdy had only two deep attempts and his EPA would likely be much higher if he completed the second deep attempt. He stood out for his ability to create, running out of a pair of sacks and turning them into first downs. He had zero scramble yards as Atlanta kept him contained. Purdy had the 8th-highest on-target percentage but threw short of the sticks more than usual. A fourth-down sack and first interception hurt his grade, though the source notes he's a playmaker and the Niners are always in the game with him under center.NegativeProjectionOct 26, 2026
Purdy threw his second interception of Week 7 against Atlanta with 3:00 remaining in the fourth quarter, killing the 49ers' comeback chance in a 29-20 loss. The turnover came at a critical moment when San Francisco had a chance to take the lead, highlighting late-game decision-making concerns in a game the 49ers were favored to win.NegativeProjectionOct 26, 2026
Purdy's Week 7 performance was hampered by timing issues with receivers and a stripped-down game plan due to depleted WR corps; he finished in the top five among QBs in success rate despite two interceptions, one of which was an objectively bad decision where he held the ball too long before deciding who to throw to, while his other interception was a design that has historically given him trouble. His throws to Jordan Watkins were on the money, including an end-zone throw described as about as good as you can make, and he made several contested throws his pass catchers failed to haul in—throws that have been taken for granted because Evans caught them all year.PositiveProjectionOct 26, 2026
Purdy finished in the top five among quarterbacks in success rate for Week 7. His throws to Jordan Watkins, especially the end-zone throw, were on the money—described as about as good a throw as you can make. He made several contested throws that his pass catchers did not haul in, throws that have been taken for granted because Evans caught them all year. Purdy was a big reason the 49ers were competitive on Sunday despite two interceptions; one was an objectively bad decision, and the other was a design that has gotten the best of Purdy throughout the years. He scrambled effectively on multiple plays, buying time in the pocket to convert second-and-long situations into first downs.NegativeUsageOct 25, 2026
49ers QB threw two interceptions and was sacked on a 4th & 10 go-for-it attempt at the Atlanta 23-yard line while down 12 points; first interception came on a 2nd & 14 from the Atlanta 25 when rolling right and targeting Jacob Cowing, who didn't roll with his QB; second interception came late in the game on 3rd & 4 after Brandin Cooks' false start, essentially sealing the loss.PositiveProjectionOct 23, 2026
Purdy is positioned to pad his MVP case in Week 7 against the Falcons; he thrived in the first half against Washington (three touchdowns on five drives with Evans, Kittle, and McCaffrey clicking), though the 49ers' passing game will face a tougher matchup against Atlanta's ninth-ranked EPA per play pass defense and elite run defense, potentially requiring Purdy to extend plays and create magic.PositiveRoleOct 23, 2026
49ers quarterback has developed superb rapport with Mike Evans and serves as an easy button for Purdy; when asked why Watkins hasn't had more targets, Purdy stated the lack of targets has nothing to do with not trying to get him the ball, noting 'He's definitely a playmaker. He's done that since he's got here' and expressing desire to improve their connection and get Watkins the ball more, particularly praising his YAC ability and play-making after the catch.NegativeMatchupOct 23, 2026
QB will need to distribute passes effectively to a depleted wide receiver corps with Mike Evans sidelined; success depends on secondary receivers like Jordan Watkins getting open and making plays.NegativeProjectionOct 22, 2026
Purdy's performance in the second half against Washington was affected by execution issues rather than receiver availability. On third-and-three, his pass to Brandin Cooks was tipped, resulting in a field goal instead of a touchdown. On another drive, Purdy didn't find his outlet receiver out of the backfield and attempted to scramble at the last minute, resulting in a sack. The source argues that with a week of practice to prepare without Mike Evans, the Kyle Shanahan-led offense will be well-equipped to score.PositiveProjectionOct 22, 2026
49ers QB delivering MVP-level play in 2026; behind this elite quarterback performance and Mike Evans' elite receiving, the 49ers offense has been quite efficient throughout the year despite managing injuries.PositiveProjectionOct 21, 2026
Brock Purdy is a serious MVP contender playing at an extremely high level with excellent decision-making. In Week 6 against Washington, he posted a 14 percent pass rate over expected (69.6% vs. 55.5%) in non-garbage time situations, a significant spike from his season average of 3.5% over expected. Despite the 49ers' dominant run game and injuries at wide receiver, Purdy threw the ball efficiently, completing 62.5% of first-down passes (5 of 8).NegativeMatchupOct 21, 2026
Faces Atlanta Falcons defense with Jeff Ulbrich as coordinator; game plan will be constrained by receiver availability and spacing issues. Washington's second-half blitz strategy (ramped from 20s to 70%) after Evans' departure stalled the offense, and Atlanta is expected to increase blitz rate from their current 25th-ranked 25.9% to attack Purdy without reliable separators; Purdy's ability to execute anticipatory throws depends on receiver timing and separation.NegativeMatchupOct 21, 2026
This will be a Brock Purdy game against Atlanta. The Falcons won't blitz Purdy nearly as often as Washington does, but they generate pressure with four-man rushes. Atlanta is fourth in pressure rate despite blitzing only 23.7% of the time (26th in the NFL), meaning the 49ers QB will face consistent pressure without heavy blitz looks.NegativeUsageOct 21, 2026
Purdy struggled in the fourth quarter with multiple sacks that forced long-distance throws and three-and-out possessions. On the first two fourth-quarter drives, he took sacks on first down and second-and-four respectively, setting up third-and-long situations. Purdy acknowledged post-game that he could have gotten the ball out faster on certain plays instead of taking sacks, and noted that Washington's defense was disruptive and took away checkdowns, making him hold onto the ball longer than ideal.PositiveProjectionOct 20, 2026
Purdy completed 72.4% of his passes despite 11 of 29 attempts going for 10+ yards, posting the sixth-highest EPA in Week 6 and the fourth-best success rate. He threw three 20+ yard completions and two 14+ yard completions with Evans on the field. Purdy generated more EPA with his legs than any quarterback that week, nearly double the second-place quarterback, and picked up multiple first downs in short-yardage situations, including an 11-yard scramble conversion. One sack came from a free rusher and the other from two receivers running into each other downfield.PositiveProjectionOct 20, 2026
Purdy completed 21 of 29 passes for 264 yards and a touchdown while averaging 9.1 yards per play; kept the ball out of harm's way, hit explosives to pass-catchers despite injuries, and had savvy third-down scrambles to extend drives; seeing the field at a high level and isn't making mistakes while conducting a very efficient offense.PositiveProjectionOct 20, 2026
Brock Purdy is now the NFL's all-time passing leader; the source believes he can get back into the MVP conversation later, signaling sustained elite performance and upside despite recent skepticism about his MVP candidacy.PositiveUsageOct 20, 2026
Purdy went 5-for-6 on the opening touchdown drive and repeatedly scrambled for first downs on third-and-long situations throughout the game, including a 3rd-and-11 scramble and a 4th-down scramble, demonstrating his ability to extend plays and navigate pressure.PositiveMatchupOct 19, 2026
Brock Purdy leads the 49ers' best offense in the league against the Commanders' leaky secondary. The 49ers are scoring in the red zone on nearly 90% of their touchdown drives, and Purdy has leaned heavily on Mike Evans as his primary target.PositiveProjectionOct 19, 2026
MVP candidate who has engineered clutch fourth-quarter scoring drives to win games against Denver and Seattle; led the 49ers to a 6-0 record through Week 6. The source highlights his ability to deliver in high-leverage situations and notes he also helped shut down Arizona's late comeback effort in Week 3 (36-30 win), establishing him as a key factor in San Francisco's undefeated start.PositiveProjectionOct 19, 2026
Brock Purdy has been tremendous at maneuvering in the pocket and avoiding sacks all season, completing 28 of 40 attempts against the blitz for 10.9 yards per attempt with 8 TDs to 1 INT. Against Washington's 45% blitz rate (25th in sack percentage), Purdy's ability to replace the blitzer and hunt big plays—fighting pressure with pressure—positions him well for a strong performance. His MVP-level play and deep knowledge of the offense should allow him to exploit Washington's 26th-ranked passing success rate and 23rd-ranked EPA per pass.NegativeMatchupOct 19, 2026
Purdy will face a blitz-heavy Commanders defense that blitzes on 45% of dropbacks. Washington has pressured Jayden Daniels on over 45% of his dropbacks, indicating an aggressive scheme. The article poses the question of where Purdy will look against this pressure, suggesting he'll need to rely on quick-hitting plays and safety-valve targets like George Kittle and running backs to manage the blitz.PositiveMatchupOct 19, 2026
Purdy has been in incredible form to start the season and should continue that form against Washington's lacking secondary, which ranks 4th-highest in passing yards allowed (255 per game), tied for most passing touchdowns allowed (14), and 3rd-most in passing first downs allowed (67). However, the 49ers offense must navigate Washington's 37.7% blitz rate, the second-highest in the league, after allowing their first three sacks of the season to Seattle in Week 5.PositiveProjectionOct 19, 2026
Purdy is positioned to pad his MVP case against Washington's weak pass defense; the Commanders rank 25th in EPA allowed per dropback and 27th in dropback success rate. The source notes this is a game designed for Purdy and the 49ers passing game, with Purdy having shown strong decision-making aside from a few plays against the Rams and Seahawks. His 12-play, 74-yard touchdown drive in the fourth quarter against Seattle demonstrated the accurate throws needed to exploit Washington's secondary.PositiveProjectionOct 19, 2026
Brock Purdy needs just five pass attempts to reach the all-time pass attempt list and is on track to enter that milestone with the highest career passer rating in NFL history, underscoring his elite efficiency and sustained performance level.PositiveValueOct 16, 2026
49ers GM John Lynch cites Brock Purdy as an example of late-round draft success driven partly by luck. Lynch emphasizes that the 49ers' exceptional late-round hit rate stems from alignment between scouting, coaching, and research & development departments; when all three are aligned on a player, the team hits at a high rate. Purdy represents the intersection of this alignment strategy and fortunate timing, illustrating how the 49ers identify undervalued talent and execute the draft timing to acquire them.PositiveRoleOct 15, 2026
Quarterback with 16.3% pressure responsibility; finally sacked for the first time in Week 5 against Seattle's excellent defensive line; pocket navigation ability and elusiveness outside the pocket have contributed significantly to offensive line's success and top-five ranking through five weeks.PositiveMatchupOct 15, 2026
Against a Washington defense that ranks 23rd in EPA per play and 25th in dropback EPA per play, the signs point to another profitable game for Purdy in Week 6.PositiveProjectionOct 15, 2026
Purdy leads the NFL in passing touchdowns (13), success rate (57.9%), and QBR (85.5), and is tied for first with Lamar Jackson in adjusted EPA per play through five games. He has recorded multiple touchdowns and a passer rating of at least 90 in all five games so far this season, positioning him to become the only player in NFL history within their first five career seasons to record multiple touchdown passes and a passer rating of 90 or higher in their team's first six games of a season if he continues that run against Washington on Monday Night Football.PositiveProjectionOct 15, 2026
MVP frontrunner through 5 weeks with 1,196 passing yards, 13 touchdowns, 2 interceptions, and 69.0% completion percentage; core to 49ers' 5-0 start and offensive success against three potential Super Bowl contenders.PositiveProjectionOct 15, 2026
At 26 in his fifth season in Kyle Shanahan's system, Purdy is reaching a career sweet spot where his Xs-and-Os mastery is clicking without physical decline. Shanahan confirmed Purdy is now understanding the "why" of play calls, and Steve Young observed in the Rams game that Purdy optimized his offseason training—quicker decision-making, faster reads, improved body control and footwork. Young noted Purdy's confidence with Mike Evans' spatial awareness allows Shanahan to lean into aggressive play-calling, knowing Evans will find open space even when the play breaks down.PositiveProjectionOct 14, 2026
49ers QB; playing at an MVP level, which Breer cites as context for why the receiver group is relatively good and why the team should not panic about adding receivers; his performance supports confidence in the current roster.PositiveProjectionOct 14, 2026
Brock Purdy has delivered an MVP-type start for the 49ers through five games; despite a rare so-so performance in Week 5 Seattle win, his overall season trajectory and partnership with Kyle Shanahan's offensive system remains elite. The Athletic's Chad Graff and Josh Kendall noted the 49ers overcame Purdy's off game in Seattle, while CBS Sports' Pete Prisco highlighted his MVP-caliber play as a cornerstone of San Francisco's 5-0 record and Super Bowl contention.PositiveProjectionOct 14, 2026
Brock Purdy demonstrated elite quarterback play against Seattle by identifying and exploiting one-on-one matchups created by the Seahawks' defensive coverage, particularly finding Mike Evans in situations where safeties couldn't provide help.NegativeProjectionOct 13, 2026
Purdy had an uneven performance with multiple misfires and an interception, but showed toughness and pocket manipulation against Seattle's defense; he escaped pressure with his legs, extended drives through movement, and hung in despite knowing big hits were coming, demonstrating the kind of guts needed to beat a defense like Seattle's.PositiveProjectionOct 13, 2026
Brock Purdy remains in the MVP conversation with second-best odds on FanDuel Sportsbook, only +50 behind Josh Allen; the source credits a fourth-quarter drive where Purdy overcame penalties, took the lead, and set up the 49ers' win over Seattle, arguing he still deserves MVP consideration.PositiveProjectionOct 13, 2026
Brock Purdy's Week 5 performance was statistically below average despite the 49ers' victory: he finished 21st in success rate and 19th in EPA per play; his on-target percentage ranked 24th (sandwiched between Jalen Hurts and Daniel Jones); he was only 2-for-6 for five yards against the blitz; and he missed receivers and misread coverage on multiple throws. While he made some plays out of structure to keep drives alive, he spent three quarters content to throw underneath, suggesting conservative decision-making that limited efficiency.PositiveProjectionOct 12, 2026
Purdy is tied for best MVP odds at +300 with Josh Allen despite a sub-100 passer rating game (92.5) against Seattle's elite defense. He went 19 for 29 (65% completion), 2 TDs, 1 INT, 3 sacks, but delivered critical fourth-quarter drives including a two-point conversion to secure the 32-29 win. Kyle Shanahan praised his clutch performance: 'I thought Brock did an unbelievable job finding a way there to win at the end.' With only five more pass attempts needed to reach the NFL's all-time career passer rating leaderboard, Purdy is positioned to rank at the top when he hits 1500 attempts.NegativeProjectionOct 12, 2026
The source is torn about Purdy's performance. While he made plays out of structure that kept drives alive and remained aggressive after an interception, his statistical performance was below average. He finished 21st in success rate and 19th in EPA per play for Week 5. Despite nearly 60% of his throws coming underneath 10 yards, his on-target percentage was 24th. He was only 2-for-6 for five yards against the blitz. However, Seahawks head coach Mike MacDonald praised him post-game: 'Their quarterback is a really good player. He saw a lot of plays off schedule today. Just a tough guy to get on the ground. He has a sixth sense on knowing where everybody is at.' Purdy had the second-longest average time to throw (3.2 seconds) and eighth-slowest average time to pressure (2.69 seconds), with 38.2% pressure rate.PositiveProjectionOct 12, 2026
Despite a 19-for-29 (65%) completion performance and three sacks—his first three of the season—Purdy delivered when it mattered most, leading a crucial touchdown drive and two-point conversion in a divisional road win. FanDuel Sportsbook currently has him tied with Josh Allen with the best odds to win MVP, suggesting his clutch performance in high-leverage moments is outweighing efficiency concerns.PositiveProjectionOct 12, 2026
Despite an uneven performance with turnover-worthy plays and a rough interception on a bad read, Purdy delivered in clutch moments when it mattered most. He finished with 189 yards, 2 TDs, and 1 INT on 19-of-29 passing attempts while being sacked three times for the first time this season. His fourth-quarter drive was MVP-level: 7-of-8 for 89 yards including a 7-yard TD pass to Brandin Cooks and a two-point conversion to Mike Evans, followed by an eight-play, 43-yard drive for a go-ahead field goal. The source notes he held the ball too long early but fought through to lead the 49ers to a 5-0 record.PositiveProjectionOct 11, 2026
Purdy went 7-for-8 for 89 yards on the game-winning drive in the fourth quarter, showing poise after an earlier interception. The source notes he 'bounced back after the turnover and didn't shy away from being aggressive,' demonstrating resilience in a high-pressure situation.NegativeMatchupOct 11, 2026
Purdy faces a Seahawks defense that loves to pressure opposing quarterbacks; he has a history of mixed performance against Seattle (some really good and really rough games) but has played clean football this season. Game script points to significant responsibility on his shoulders with receivers banged up (Mike Evans with ribs injury, Kyle Juszczyk injured). Kyle Shanahan noted Purdy wasn't patient enough last week in letting plays develop; he'll need to read the field clearly against Mike Macdonald's defense and execute cleanly to avoid turnovers, which he struggled with in past Seahawks matchups. If the 49ers win, Purdy will likely be a big part of it.PositiveProjectionOct 11, 2026
Brock Purdy has entered the MVP conversation heading into Week 5; this game against Seattle can make or break that conversation continuing past the week. He eventually found the cracks against Denver and put the game out of reach despite a tight first three quarters. Purdy has yet to take a sack in 2026, indicating significant offensive line improvement from 2025, which supports his MVP candidacy and fantasy upside.NegativeMatchupOct 11, 2026
Purdy faces the Seahawks' defense in Week 5 with a specific narrative framed as settling scores; the source highlights this as a notable matchup storyline for the 49ers quarterback.PositiveProjectionOct 10, 2026
Brock Purdy is a clear MVP contender; in Week 4 against Denver, he completed 11 of 16 passes for 148 yards and a touchdown with a 2.35-second average time to throw when kept clean (22 of 30 dropbacks), showing efficiency through quick throws between the numbers.NegativeMatchupOct 10, 2026
49ers QB Brock Purdy will need to take more aggressive downfield shots against Seattle's secondary in Week 5 than he has at times this season. The source notes that Seattle's defense condenses windows and runs Cover-6 and Cover-8 looks, but can be vulnerable to vertical stretches to the boundary. Purdy has previously turned down opportunities on plays like a B gap release to Deebo on a corner route, but the matchup against Seattle's secondary may require him to be more aggressive with those dicier shots. The source emphasizes that these vertical plays require time, which Seattle usually offers little of.PositiveProjectionOct 9, 2026
Brock Purdy is playing the best football of his career, anchoring a 49ers offense that has been very successful heading into Sunday's matchup with the Seattle Seahawks. The 49ers offense has maintained efficiency and explosiveness despite injuries and personnel losses.NegativeProjectionOct 9, 2026
Quarterback afforded the seventh-most time to be pressured in the NFL and eighth-most time to throw, but occasionally leaves clean pockets when he doesn't need to. Offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak emphasized the balance between aggression and patience, particularly against Seattle's bend-but-don't-break defense. Kubiak cited Matthew Stafford as a model for success against the Seahawks: "You get your shots when they're there. You make the throw, but you're patient when it's not there, and you keep playing." Purdy's aggressiveness hasn't wavered, but discipline is required.PositiveProjectionOct 9, 2026
The 49ers are 7-3 (including playoffs) against the Seahawks under Brock Purdy. If Purdy can continue his current form against this Seattle defense, it would be a statement game we look back on to solidify an MVP case at the end of the season. Purdy averaged 181.3 passing yards in three games against Seattle in 2025 (below his 240 yards per game season average), but has had success under Mike Macdonald's tenure with two wins; he threw three touchdowns in a Week 6 2024 win and led a game-winning drive with two touchdowns in Week 1 last season. Sunday, Macdonald and the Seahawks defense will face Purdy in the middle of one of the best stretches of his career.PositiveProjectionOct 8, 2026
Purdy's 2026 play has equipped the 49ers to handle Seattle's elite pass rush better than in prior matchups. Historically, Purdy posted 87th, 65th, and 87th percentile EPA/dropback performances in his first three meetings against Mike MacDonald's defenses, but declined to 10th and 5th percentile in the last two matchups as Seattle's defense gelled. The 49ers offense hasn't scored a touchdown against Seattle through eight quarters, but the deck is now set more fairly for Purdy to execute Shanahan's scheme against a Seahawks defense that ranks 1st in pass rush win rate and 2nd in EPA/play allowed overall.PositiveProjectionOct 8, 2026
Brock Purdy and the 49ers offense have not been sacked through 4 games, which the source identifies as the biggest surprise of the season; despite the 49ers having the eighth-highest scramble percentage in the NFL, Purdy could have easily been sacked 5-6 times but hasn't, described as a Christmas miracle. Only 13 more games needed to tie Dan Marino's sack-avoidance record.PositiveRoleOct 8, 2026
Quarterback's pocket presence and mobility have contributed to 49ers' success in keeping him clean through first four games; 49ers have not allowed a sack through opening four weeks, first team to achieve that feat since 2005 Indianapolis Colts, with 13% pressure rate (best in NFL).PositiveValueOct 8, 2026
Purdy was a massive hit for the 49ers in 2022, standing out as the one bright spot in otherwise poor draft classes in 2022 and 2023; his late-round success exemplifies the team's ability to find value outside early rounds.NegativeRoleOct 8, 2026
Purdy attempted to signal a shift to 5 yards behind center on a critical fourth-down play, but Brendel did not hear the call, resulting in a miscommunication that was recovered by Kaelon Black's heads-up play.PositiveRoleOct 7, 2026
Purdy will have significantly more offensive weapons for the playoff rematch against Seattle, including George Kittle and Deebo Samuel who weren't available in the playoffs, alongside Mike Evans and Christian McCaffrey.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
Purdy is the odds-on favorite to win MVP and No. 1 on NFL.com's MVP Ladder through four weeks. He leads the NFL in EPA per play and success rate at quarterback, ranks No. 1 in QBR, and is the top quarterback in EPA per play in both the third and fourth quarter while ranking third in the first quarter. He ranks first in yards per attempt (nearly 70% completion rate) and fourth in completion rate over expected. Against the blitz, Purdy has completed 27 of 35 passes for 427 yards and seven touchdowns when blitzed with zero sacks on 11 pressures—the NFL's best performance against the blitz—while making no turnover-worthy plays despite being blitzed at a 31.5% rate.NegativeProjectionOct 7, 2026
Through four games in 2026, Purdy leads the NFL MVP leaderboard with elite efficiency across all major metrics: 1,007 passing yards, 11 TDs, 1 INT, 70% completion, 8.9 Y/A, 126.2 passer rating, 89.6 QBR, 0.53 EPA per dropback (0.24 ahead of second-place Lamar Jackson), and 60.7% success rate. He's No. 1 in passer rating, QBR, and net yards per attempt; remains sack-free; and has thrown 2+ TDs without an INT for three straight weeks. He's the first 49ers QB to start a season with multiple TDs in each of the first four games since Steve Young in 1998 (Young had seven straight). The source notes 'no one is playing the position at Purdy's level in 2026' and credits his keen accuracy, pocket manipulation, heady playmaking, and ability to avoid negative plays despite a decimated receiving corps.PositiveProjectionOct 7, 2026
The source credits Purdy and the 49ers offense with showing 'so much juice that it pretty much forces John Lynch's hand, in the most positive way possible,' suggesting the QB's strong performance is driving urgency for the team to add pass-rush talent at the trade deadline to complement the offense's momentum.NegativeProjectionOct 6, 2026
Quarterback has been pressured on 33.3% of his dropbacks, the fourth-lowest pressure rate in the NFL, indicating elite offensive line protection quality that supports his fantasy performance and reduces sack risk.NegativeRoleOct 6, 2026
Purdy was involved in the fourth-and-1 conversion play at Denver's 18-yard line where a bad snap from center Jake Brendel was diverted to Kaelon Black. Purdy explained: 'The ball just like, hit Jake's butt. It popped back up, and I was like, oh gosh, I went to go get it, and he [Black] just snatched it and then kept going on his running back track for the run.' The play was supposed to be a handoff to Black, not a direct snap to Black.PositiveProjectionOct 6, 2026
Brock Purdy has emerged as an early MVP candidate; the 49ers offense has done most of the heavy lifting through four games. The source notes the team is safeguarding Purdy by becoming the first team since Peyton Manning's 2005 Colts to permit zero sacks through four games, supporting his elite early-season performance and MVP candidacy.PositiveProjectionOct 6, 2026
Purdy has emerged as a legitimate MVP candidate in Year 5, throwing for 1,007 yards, 11 touchdowns, and 1 interception with an 89.7 QBR that ranks first in the NFL. The source credits his development to improved trust in his offensive line, which has reduced his tendency to bail clean pockets and allowed him to process reads and hit progressions more effectively. Purdy appears poised and unflustered in the pocket, displaying the composure and growth that characterizes elite NFL quarterback play.PositiveRoleOct 6, 2026
Purdy has more trust in his offensive line than in previous years and is staying in the pocket more to process progressions rather than bailing clean pockets; this improved pocket presence and confidence in the O-line protection is enabling him to do what he does best: process and go through his progressions.PositiveProjectionOct 6, 2026
Brock Purdy is making his offensive line look statistically great through his ability to extend plays and create off-schedule. The source details multiple examples: a 1-yard TD pass to Deebo Samuel where he drifted left after being knocked backward; an 11-yard scramble on 2nd-and-11; and a 16-yard completion off his back foot to Kyle Juszczyk while evading All-Pro Zach Allen. The 49ers entered Week 5 as one of four teams in the Super Bowl era to start 3-0 without allowing a sack, alongside the 2005 Colts and 1984 Dolphins.NegativeProjectionOct 5, 2026
Purdy ranked 5th in QBR among Week 4 starters (72.7), below Drake Maye (91.0), Bryce Young (85.4), and Dak Prescott (85.3). He finished 9-of-10 after hovering around 50% completion early, but was on target on only 70% of throws (17th for the week). The source notes this never felt like a Purdy game—he didn't make wow plays or lose/win the game, instead managing with scrambles and leg use to extend plays.NegativeProjectionOct 5, 2026
Brock Purdy had about 100 passing yards in the 49ers' recent game against the Broncos, a performance that underscores the source's concern about his ability to execute in the upcoming matchup against Seattle. The source explicitly contrasts Purdy with Justin Herbert—"Brock Purdy isn't Justin Herbert"—and notes that Kyle Shanahan's 49ers offense has historically struggled to find the end zone against the Seahawks, raising questions about whether this time will be different despite the 49ers' strong offensive EPA and success rate metrics this season.NegativeProjectionOct 5, 2026
Through Week 4, Purdy has accumulated 7 points in the season star standings using a complex scoring system (3 points for 1st star, 2 for 2nd, 1 for 3rd), leading all quarterbacks tracked in this metric.PositiveProjectionOct 5, 2026
Brock Purdy maintained a 107.4 passer rating in Week 4 against Denver, extending his streak to four consecutive games without dropping below a 100.0 rating; he has also yet to be sacked in 2026, a notable durability and protection streak through the first quarter of the season.PositiveProjectionOct 5, 2026
Purdy improved significantly in the second half of the Week 4 win over Denver, benefiting from better play-calling and cleaner looks. Head coach Kyle Shanahan said Purdy "had some better looks. Didn't get any tipped balls. I think he had better looks and was awesome there." Shanahan joked that he told Purdy "Don't throw any more incompletions" and "he listened," suggesting Purdy's execution improved markedly in the latter stages of the game.PositiveRoleOct 5, 2026
Purdy was blitzed 41% of the time by Broncos defensive coordinator Vance Joseph but the offensive line yielded only a 35.3% pressure rate. On the final drive, Purdy scanned the field and came back to Christian McCaffrey as his third read, demonstrating composure in critical moments. Shanahan doesn't drop back to throw on four of the final five plays to end the game if he isn't confident his line will hold up, indicating Purdy's trust in protection.PositiveUsageOct 5, 2026
Purdy connected with George Kittle on the game-sealing 56-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter of the 49ers' 24-14 win over Denver. Despite the 49ers' offense struggling for most of the game and generating only 10 points through three quarters, Purdy delivered the clutch explosive play the offense had been searching for all game.PositiveUsageOct 4, 2026
Purdy used his legs multiple times in critical situations, including a scramble for a first down on third-and-goal and a quarterback sneak for a first down late in the game; he also found receivers in the end zone and orchestrated scoring drives, demonstrating dual-threat value and offensive efficiency in the 49ers' 4-0 start.NegativeRoleOct 4, 2026
The 49ers' game plan against the Broncos' weak rushing defense will allow Purdy to lean on the underneath passing game, keeping the offense on the field and giving the defense breathers while capitalizing in the red zone.PositiveProjectionOct 4, 2026
Evans' decision to play is excellent news for quarterback Brock Purdy, who has quickly developed a superb rapport with the future Hall of Famer.PositiveProjectionOct 4, 2026
Purdy has looked like an MVP candidate, completing passes at a high rate, while making some eye-catching plays on a weekly basis, and keeping the ball protected. He ranks fifth in turnovers with just 0.7 per game, demonstrating exceptional ball security that complements the 49ers' top-ranked offensive efficiency.