Shanahan explains why Purdy didn’t attempt deep passes vs. Seahawks

In the 49ers' 20-17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, Brock Purdy never threw the ball 20 yards or further for only the second time this season. Purdy's average depth of target only was 5.8 yards, which was his lowest in 2024. On Monday, 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan explained why the offense was limited throughout the air. "It would've surprised me just the way they play their coverages if we would've attempted more," Shanahan said via conference call. "They're a pretty bend-but-don't-break defense. That's usually how it goes versus that, and it's tough to get the big plays on." Purdy's longest pass was a 19-yard completion to wide receiver Jauan Jennings, who took the ball another three yards for a 22-yard gain. That was the longest play by the offense, which is not in character for a unit known for explosive plays. "You don't want to force them," Shanahan said. "You hope to get them into some situations where you can get them. But most of the stuff that they were giving us was underneath." Purdy completed 21 of his 28 passing attempts for 159 yards, which was his lowest total of the season and the lowest amount allowed by the Seattle defense since Week 3, when they held the Miami...