The San Francisco 49ers have secured a major piece of their long-term future by agreeing to a contract extension with franchise quarterback Brock Purdy. The deal not only solidifies Purdy’s place in the organization but also includes a clause that could keep him in red and gold for the next several NFL seasons.
The 49ers are reportedly finalizing a five-year, $265 million extension with Purdy that will keep him in San Francisco through the 2030 NFL season. While the headline numbers—like $181 million in guaranteed money and a full no-trade clause—have generated plenty of buzz, Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer added new layers of insight in his latest column.
According to Breer, the week before the deal was finalized, Purdy’s camp made one final request: a key concession that, once accepted, would seal the agreement. 49ers execs Paraag Marathe, John Lynch, and head coach Kyle Shanahan signed off—and the deal was done. That final piece appears to have been the no-trade clause.
With the clause in place, San Francisco is signaling its commitment to Purdy as the franchise’s centerpiece. The team has already begun making adjustments—restructuring contracts and exploring trades—to build a stronger offensive core around its 25-year-old QB.
Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers looks to pass during the first half against the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Divisional Playoffs at Levi’s Stadium on January 20, 2024 in Santa Clara, California.
Breaking down the contract numbers
The structure of the deal reflects the 49ers’ desire to avoid record-breaking cap hits while still delivering financial security and long-term control to Purdy. The numbers are significant, but calculated.
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Purdy will earn $165.05 million in new money over the first three years and $170.14 million through four (2025-2028). That figure rises to $220.3 million across the full five years. He’ll earn $55.05 million in 2028, $49.95 million in 2029, and $50 million in 2030.
Remarkably, 62% of Purdy’s contract is paid out in the first three seasons—an aggressive cash flow rarely seen in quarterback deals. The contract includes a $176 million injury guarantee that is either locked in at signing or vests a year ahead, giving Purdy strong security moving forward.
Where Purdy ranks financially among NFL quarterbacks
Despite the eye-popping numbers, Purdy won’t be the NFL’s highest-paid quarterback by annual average. His $53 million per year salary ties him for seventh with Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff.
The current leader is Dak Prescott, whose $60 million per year tops the league. Still, Purdy’s new deal leapfrogs him ahead of superstars like Jalen Hurts, Lamar Jackson, and even two-time MVP Patrick Mahomes—showing just how far he’s come since being “Mr. Irrelevant” in the 2022 NFL Draft.
