The time has finally come for the San Francisco 49ers to address a key matter. The NFC West club has reportedly decided what to do regarding Brock Purdyâs contract extension, and it could be a shocking move by the team.
The 49ers have had great quarterbacks throughout the years, with Joe Montana standing as the biggest star. However, recent seasons have been challenging in their search for a consistent leader on offense.
During the 2022 NFL season, San Francisco used three different quarterbacks: Jimmy Garoppolo, Trey Lance, and Brock Purdy. Injuries to the first two forced the team to rely on Purdy, who ended up staying with the club in the following years.
49ers set to make shocking decision regarding Brock Purdyâs future
When the 49ers selected Brock Purdy with the last pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, they never expected him to become their starter so quickly. With Garoppolo and Lance injured, the team turned to the rookie for the rest of the season.
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Purdy surprised everyone with his poise and talent. He performed so well that the 49ers decided to move on from both Garoppolo and Lance, keeping the 2022 âMr. Irrelevantâ as their starter for the following year.
The former Iowa State standout became a reliable and affordable option for the team. He remained under his rookie contract, earning an average annual salary of $934,000, but that figure is now expected to change drastically.
San Francisco is currently working on a contract extension for Brock Purdy. According to reports, the new deal could break the market, potentially making him one of the highest-paid players in the NFL.
Brock Purdy, quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers
NBC reports that the 49ers are discussing an extension starting at $45 million per year. However, team owner Jed York recently called Purdy a top-10 quarterback, and the tenth highest-paid player at the positionâJalen Hurtsâearns $51 million per season.
If York stands by that assessment, the 49ers would have to offer Purdy more than what the Eagles pay Hurts, pushing him into the leagueâs top-10 highest-paid quarterbacks. For a former âMr. Irrelevant,â this would be a true dream come true.
Who is the highest-paid quarterback in the NFL?
If the 49ers push Purdy into the top-10 earners, many believe it would be a market-altering move. While heâs certainly a solid signal-caller, recent roster changes may affect his performance next season.
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The current top-10 features some of the NFLâs best quarterbacks. Leading the list is Dak Prescott, earning $60 million annually with the Cowboys. Heâs followed by Joe Burrow (Bengals), Josh Allen (Bills), Jordan Love (Packers), and Trevor Lawrence (Jaguars), each earning $55 million per year.
