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49ers Eye Multi-Million Contract for QB Brock Purdy

2/26/2025

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San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch has announced that talks are underway for a contract extension with quarterback Brock Purdy. As he approaches his fourth season, Purdy is poised to land a lucrative deal estimated between $40 and $60 million per year, with hopes of finalizing it before April's offseason activities kick off.

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Historical Context

Brock Purdy's potential contract extension with the 49ers echoes the NFL's evolving financial landscape. In 2017, Derek Carr set the record with a $25 million annual deal. Today, Purdy could earn up to $60 million, showcasing the league's skyrocketing salaries and the quarterback's rising value in the sport.

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San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch has announced that talks are underway for a contract extension with quarterback Brock Purdy. As he approaches his fourth season, Purdy is poised to land a lucrative deal estimated between $40 and $60 million per year, with hopes of finalizing it before April's offseason activities kick off.

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