With quite a few quarterback deals off the market, San Francisco 49ers star Brock Purdy is one of the next up.
As the 2024 NFL regular season kicked off, the Dallas Cowboys made a major move by extending the contract of their star quarterback, Dak Prescott, making him the highest-paid player in the league. After months of speculation surrounding the Cowboys’ intentions with Prescott, the team ultimately decided to invest heavily in their veteran leader.
With Prescott securing the lucrative, long-term extension he was seeking, the quarterback market has once again been reset.
Now, the league turns its attention to the 49ers and Purdy, who could be next in line for a massive payday in the near future.
Purdy’s journey to NFL stardom has been anything but conventional. Drafted with the last pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, Purdy earned the nickname “Mr. Irrelevant.” However, through sheer grit, determination, and impressive on-field performances, he has defied expectations, emerging as a pivotal figure for the 49ers.
Despite early doubts, Purdy has won over head coach Kyle Shanahan, solidifying his role as the 49ers’ franchise quarterback. This confidence from Shanahan indicates that Purdy is not only viewed as the long-term solution for San Francisco but also a potential candidate to reset the quarterback market again.
As Purdy continues to lead a San Francisco team that remains a top contender in the NFC, discussions about his future contract are inevitable. Although the 49ers are coming off a surprising Week 2 loss to the Minnesota Vikings, Purdy’s overall performance keeps the team in the championship conversation, heightening the likelihood that San Francisco will eventually offer him a substantial contract.
Niners insider Scott Ostler of the San Francisco Chronicle recently speculated on what Purdy’s next deal might look like.
“I think if Brock Purdy doesn’t walk in this offseason and demand $60 [million] per year, that means he’s had a subpar season,” Ostler said on 95.7 The Game. “I think [the 49ers] are hoping that he proves that he’s a $60 [million] QB.”
Ostler’s comments underscore the rising expectations surrounding Purdy, who is being positioned to command one of the largest quarterback deals in NFL history.
Purdy’s ability to meet these expectations will be a central storyline this season. If he continues to demonstrate the poise and skill that helped the 49ers reach the NFC Championship Game last season, there’s little doubt that San Francisco will reward him with a contract that reflects his value.
However, Purdy faces significant challenges ahead. The 49ers are currently dealing with key injuries to offensive weapons like running back Christian McCaffrey and wide receiver Deebo Samuel.
These absences could put more pressure on Purdy to elevate his game, especially with the NFC looking more competitive than ever. For Purdy to justify a potential $60 million annual salary, he’ll need to find ways to keep the 49ers offense productive, even if some of his star playmakers are sidelined.
The NFL has seen significant shifts in quarterback salaries over the last few years, with players like Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and now Dak Prescott setting new benchmarks. Should Purdy continue his upward trajectory, his contract could further redefine what it means to be a top-tier quarterback in the NFL.
In the meantime, all eyes will remain on Purdy and the 49ers, who will be looking to bounce back from their early season stumbles and prove their status as Super Bowl contenders. If Purdy can navigate these challenges and perform at a high level, it’s only a matter of time before he, too, resets the quarterback market—just as Prescott has done for Dallas.
The 2024 season is shaping up to be a pivotal one for both Brock Purdy and the 49ers, and the stakes couldn’t be higher for San Francisco’s young star quarterback.
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