The San Francisco 49ers have made a major move in their quarterback situation, announcing that Brock Purdy will be the starter for Week 1 of the upcoming NFL season. This is a huge decision for the team, as Purdy is a rookie and has yet to take a snap in the NFL.
Purdy was selected in the third round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the 49ers, and he comes to the team with a lot of hype. He was a four-year starter at Iowa State, where he threw for over 10,000 yards and 72 touchdowns. He also ran for over 1,300 yards and 19 touchdowns in his collegiate career.
The 49ers have been searching for a long-term solution at quarterback since Jimmy Garoppolo’s injury in 2018. They have gone through several different starters since then, but none of them have been able to provide the team with consistent play.
With Purdy now taking over as the starter, the 49ers are hoping he can be the answer they have been searching for. He has the arm strength and accuracy to make all the throws, and his mobility will give him an extra dimension to his game. He also has the intangibles that can’t be taught, such as leadership and poise in the pocket.
The 49ers are hoping that Purdy can be the franchise quarterback they have been looking for. He has all the tools to be successful in the NFL, and now it’s up to him to prove it on the field. If he can do that, then the 49ers could be in for a very successful season.
