Overview
- Brock Purdy told Jason Garrett he sees parallels with Drew Brees in competitiveness and in making teammates better rather than in identical physical traits.
- Purdy acknowledged he lacks prototypical size and elite arm strength and said he focuses on toughness, accuracy and processing to win games.
- He praised the 49ers’ offseason addition of veteran receiver Mike Evans as a leadership and red-zone asset who can help a deep receiving corps.
- Analysts say the real test for the Brees comparison is a higher 2026 passing workload because sustained volume will show whether Purdy’s efficiency scales over a full season.
- Purdy’s rise from the last pick in the 2022 draft to franchise quarterback has put more pressure on him to stay healthy and lead the 49ers as they expect him to handle increased responsibility.