The 49ers made Brock Purdy "Mr. Irrelevant" by taking him with the last pick of the NFL draft. The record-setting Iowa State QB sees the humor in his status, but also welcomes the opportunity to play in the NFL.
49ers’ ‘Mr. Irrelevant’ Brock Purdy sees humor, opportunity in draft status
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