Brock Purdy during Detroit Lions v San Francisco 49ers - Source: Getty
San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has been a surprise since being the last overall pick drafted by the Niners in the 2022 NFL Draft. Purdy became the 49ers' starting quarterback by the end of the 2022 season after Jimmy Garoppolo suffered an injury.
Purdy then led the Niners to the Super Bowl, eventually falling to the Kansas City Chiefs. Purdy then went 12-4 last season as a starter, leading the 49ers to the NFC Championship. This season, it's been a different story as Purdy, with a 6-9 starting record, and the 49ers, have struggled.
The quarterback will be on the final year of his rookie contract next season, being due for a contract extension. Some have wondered how much of an extension it will be for Purdy. With how the quarterback market has been lately, Purdy may become a top-10, potentially top-five highest-paid quarterback in the NFL.
