Overview

• Brock Purdy has rejected the 49ers' current contract offer, with his camp seeking a deal exceeding $50 million annually, aligning with top-tier quarterback salaries.
• The 49ers have cleared cap space by releasing or trading key players, including Deebo Samuel and Javon Hargrave, to prepare for a potential blockbuster extension.
• Rams receiver Puka Nacua warned that paying Purdy $50M+ annually could close the 49ers' championship window by limiting their ability to maintain a competitive roster.
• The April 21 start of the 49ers’ offseason program is seen as a critical pressure point, with uncertainty over whether Purdy will participate without a new deal.
• General Manager John Lynch remains optimistic about reaching an agreement but acknowledges the complexities of balancing Purdy’s demands with the team’s financial constraints.