The San Francisco 49ers have one more preseason game remaining, an August 25 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers at Levi's Stadium. The starters got some playing time on Saturday against the Denver Broncos and will get more against the Chargers.
After Saturday's game, Kyle Shanahan was asked if that would be it for quarterback Brock Purdy during the preseason.
"No, the starters will play next week," the coach responded.
Saturday was Purdy's first in-game action since the NFC Championship Game, when he suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his right elbow.
"He's just been doing a good job in practice," Shanahan said. "When we started out, I didn't think he'd go until the third game, but just after the week of practice, I wanted to get him out there with the starters, most of them at least.
"The goal was to get him one drive. I told him if we went three-and-out, I wasn't sure what I would do, but I was glad they got a long one."
Purdy went 4-of-5 for 65 yards and a passer rating of 118.8, leading a game-opening 68-yard drive that ended with a field goal. He also rushed the ball for eight yards and was sacked once.
The exhibition game against the Chargers will be the final test before the start of the regular season. San Francisco kicks off Week 1 on the road against the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 10.
Schefter: 49ers QB Brock Purdy's extension might not cost as much as most expect
By David Bonilla
11 hrs
The debate over how much the San Francisco 49ers should pay quarterback Brock Purdy is heating up this offseason. Some believe the 25-year-old will seek top-of-the-market money, while others argue he's worth significantly less.
Most analysts agree that Purdy's next contract...
John Lynch: 49ers have started contract talks with Brock Purdy
By David Bonilla
Feb 26
San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch spoke to reporters at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis on Wednesday and was quickly asked about contract negotiations with quarterback Brock Purdy.
Purdy is eligible for his first contract extension after proving to be one...
John Lynch: No guarantees on Brock Purdy deal but 49ers aim for quick resolution
By David Bonilla
Feb 26
The San Francisco 49ers aren't waiting to see how other quarterback situations unfold around the league before negotiating a contract extension for Brock Purdy. General manager John Lynch confirmed Wednesday that discussions have already begun. While he emphasized the 49ers'...
Former NFL player explains how 49ers could benefit from paying Brock Purdy $54M annually
By David Bonilla
Feb 25
The Athletic's Dianna Russini and former NFL quarterback Chase Daniel discussed Brock Purdy on the Scoop City podcast, examining what his next contract might look like. The San Francisco 49ers are expected to extend their young quarterback, and many believe he will soon rank...
