49ers Eye Zach Wilson as Potential Backup to Brock Purdy

The San Francisco 49ers are considering former Jets quarterback Zach Wilson as a backup option, following the departure of Sam Darnold.

The San Francisco 49ers are exploring the possibility of acquiring Zach Wilson from the New York Jets to serve as a backup quarterback to Brock Purdy.
Wilson's career has been marked by inconsistency and injuries, but the 49ers believe they can rehabilitate his career similar to Sam Darnold's resurgence.
The Jets are struggling to find a trade partner for Wilson, with a weak trade market for quarterbacks from the 2021 draft class.
Wilson's contract poses a challenge for trade negotiations, but the Jets might release him if they cannot find a suitable deal.
If acquired, Wilson could benefit from learning under 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan, known for developing quarterbacks.