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PFF Puts Brock Purdy on Mahomes-Level Grade as Fred Warner Labels 49ers QB Elite

New analytics plus teammate backing elevate expectations for Purdy entering 2026.

Overview

  • PFF’s John Kosko reports Purdy holds a 90.6 overall grade across the past three seasons, tied for eighth in the NFL alongside Patrick Mahomes.
  • PFF ranks San Francisco just No. 25 in quarterback need, citing Purdy’s 2025 performance and reliable relief from backup Mac Jones.
  • PFF notes Purdy lacks Mahomes’ arm talent and off-script playmaking yet credits him for system mastery, accuracy, and limiting negative plays while outperforming past 49ers starters.
  • All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner called Purdy “elite” on the St. Brown Podcast and said he is confident the quarterback will deliver a Super Bowl.
  • Purdy’s 2025 included nine regular-season starts due to turf toe (7–2, 2,167 yards, 20 TDs, 10 INTs, 100.5 rating) and a postseason dip to a 68.3 passer rating with 402 yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions.