49ers GM Lynch provides positive update on Purdy contract talks

SANTA CLARA — Contract negotiations with quarterback Brock Purdy are progressing positively, per 49ers general manager John Lynch."I think there have been substantive talks that have this thing going in a good direction, and I'll leave it at that," Lynch told local Bay Area media Tuesday.The franchise quarterback reported to team headquarters for the start of the offseason program, which is optional for players to attend. Historically, players going through contract negotiations refrain from traveling back to Santa Clara until mandatory minicamp, which will take place in several weeks."That's Brock, and he's a pro," Lynch said of the quarterback's attendance. "Brock is very clear-minded and not going to let other people influence what he should be doing. It's one thing I think everyone respects about Brock. He's done a lot for this organization and we are grateful for him and look forward to having him as our quarterback for a long time."Lynch, coach Kyle Shanahan and CEO and owner Jed York all have expressed their desire to keep Purdy wearing the team's red and gold as long as they are part of the organization. Since the team's brass spoke at the NFL Annual Meeting a few weeks...