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Brock Purdy becomes highest-rated passer in NFL history as 49ers stay perfect

Washington Commanders 17–23 San Francisco 49ersNiners move to 6-0 but are pushed hard by WashingtonBrock Purdy threw a touchdown pass, Christian McCaffrey ran for two scores and the San Francisco 49ers held on to beat the Washington Commanders 23-17 on…

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 3:42 AM
Brock Purdy becomes highest-rated passer in NFL history as 49ers stay perfect
Key Things to Know
  • Brock Purdy became the highest-rated passer in NFL history with a 105.6 rating as the 49ers improved to 6-0.
  • The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Washington Commanders 23-17 on Monday night.
  • Christian McCaffrey scored two rushing touchdowns, while George Kittle caught a touchdown pass from Purdy.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Brock Purdy officially became the highest-rated quarterback in NFL history after passing the 1,500-attempt threshold during the San Francisco 49ers' 23-17 victory over the Washington Commanders. Purdy posted a 105.6 career rating, surpassing Lamar Jackson's 102.7 mark. The win extended San Francisco's unbeaten start to 6-0, marking their best early-season run since 2019.

San Francisco built a 20-point first-half lead behind two Christian McCaffrey touchdown runs and an 11-yard scoring pass from Purdy to George Kittle. Washington mounted a second-half comeback with two touchdown passes from Jayden Daniels, but the 49ers sealed the win with consecutive late defensive stops.

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