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49ers’ John Lynch details what makes Brock Purdy an elite QB

49ers GM John Lynch explains why Brock Purdy is an ideal fit for Kyle Shanahan's offense, highlighting the elite traits and competitiveness behind his success…

By David Bonilla · 49ers Webzone

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 5:56 PM

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John Lynch praised Brock Purdy for mastering head coach Kyle Shanahan's demanding offensive system.
Through seven games, Purdy recorded 1,748 passing yards, 15 touchdowns, four interceptions, and a 110.1 passer rating.
Lynch commended Purdy's ability to handle high volumes of information and pre-snap offensive motions.

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San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch praised quarterback Brock Purdy for his mastery of head coach Kyle Shanahan's complex offense. Lynch highlighted Purdy's high-level information retention, demanding coaching tolerance, and natural talent as central reasons for his success through seven games this season.

Purdy has completed nearly 70 percent of his passes for 1,748 yards, 15 touchdowns, and four interceptions. Lynch also noted Purdy's drive to improve his deep ball mechanics, aligning with his 94.5 Pro Football Focus deep-passing grade.

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