Whether or not San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is a top-10 passer was one of the more debated topics in the NFL last season.
While the numbers show that Purdy ranked in the top 10 in passer rating (113, first), completion percentage (69.4, second), touchdowns (31, third) and passing yards (4,280, fifth), many of his naysayers point to the all-star supporting cast that he has to work with for much of his success. That includes running back Christian McCaffrey, receivers Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel and tight end George Kittle.
Purdy was in the MVP discussion for most of the 2023 season, and a close look at Gordon McGuiness’ latest column for Pro Football Focus, paints a clear picture as to why. In his story, McGuiness explains that Purdy had more help from his teammates last season than any other passer in the league.
Some labeled Purdy a game manager last year because of this very notion. However, as he said during his media availability during Super Bowl week in February, he’s not worried about it because his teammates ultimately make his job easier.
