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John Lynch Endorses Brock Purdy as 49ers Surge Into Pivotal Bears Matchup

Since returning from turf toe in November, he has led a 5-0 run with league-best efficiency.

Overview

  • The 49ers GM said Purdy is "ready for the moment" and praised his calm in pressure situations.
  • Over five games since his return, Purdy leads the NFL in completion rate at 70.2% and passer rating at 110.
  • Purdy threw for 295 yards and a career-high five touchdowns in a 48-27 win over the Colts.
  • San Francisco hosts 11-4 Chicago on Sunday night in a game with NFC seeding stakes that could precede a division-deciding meeting with Seattle.
  • Mac Jones went 5-3 as the starter during Purdy’s eight-game absence, but Purdy has reestablished himself as QB1.