49ers' Brock Purdy at Center of Debate as Team Heads to NFC Championship

Despite mixed performance and ongoing criticism, Purdy leads 49ers to NFC Championship after 12-5 season record.

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has been the subject of debate regarding his role in the team's success, with some attributing it to his talent and others to the strength of his teammates and coach Kyle Shanahan.
The 49ers reportedly considered recruiting retired player Tom Brady for the 2023 season before committing to Purdy.
Purdy's performance in the divisional playoff game against the Green Bay Packers was mixed, with some seeing his ability to pull through at the end as indicative of his skill, while others saw his early struggles as a sign of weakness.
Purdy led the 49ers to the NFC Championship this season after posting a 12-5 record and being the NFC's top seed.
49ers wide receivers Deebo Samuel and Brandon Aiyuk have defended Purdy against criticism, highlighting his leading position in almost every category during the regular season.