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49ers Already Have Brock Purdy Alternative on Radar

49ers Already Have Brock Purdy Alternative on Radar

Summary

The San Francisco 49ers are considering Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow as a possible replacement for their current quarterback Brock Purdy after 2026. Purdy, who signed a $265 million contract, led the team to the Super Bowl but has had limited playoff success since then.

Key Facts

  • Brock Purdy led the 49ers to the Super Bowl in his first full season as a starter.
  • The 49ers gave Purdy a $265 million contract.
  • Purdy has only one playoff win since the 2023 season.
  • The 49ers may look for a new quarterback after 2026 if Purdy's performance is not strong.
  • Joe Burrow, quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals, is a top candidate the 49ers are watching.
  • Burrow led the Bengals to a Super Bowl but has had only two playoff wins since.
  • 49ers’ head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch previously tried to get Matthew Stafford before he was traded to the Rams.
  • Purdy was a late draft pick, while another 49ers quarterback, Trey Lance, was considered a draft bust.
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