San Francisco 49ers Quarterback Brock Purdy Named NFC Player Of the Week
After a nagging turf toe injury kept him sidelined for eight games and a few shaky performances upon his return, the doubts surrounding the San Francisco 49ers’ quarterback were starting to swirl. But on Monday night in Indianapolis, Brock Purdy didn’t just answer the call—he grabbed the phone and slammed it down on the receiver.
In what can only be described as a masterclass in quarterbacking, Purdy dismantled the Colts’ defense, leading the 49ers to a resounding 48-27 victory. It wasn’t just a win; it was an offensive explosion the likes of which San Francisco fans haven’t seen since 2019.
Purdy Joins 49ers Royalty With Five-Touchdown Gem
Let’s talk about the numbers, because they are staggering. Purdy finished the night completing 25 of 34 passes for nearly 300 yards. But the stat that jumps off the page is the touchdowns. He found the end zone five times through the air.
To put that into perspective, the last time a 49ers quarterback threw five touchdowns in a single regular-season game, “Home Alone” was the number one movie in America, and gas cost about a dollar. That was Joe Montana in 1990. By matching a record set by arguably the greatest to ever play the position, Purdy has firmly etched his name into the franchise’s lore.
Naturally, the league had no choice but to take notice. It was a foregone conclusion that Purdy would be named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week. It is the second time in his career he’s taken home the hardware, joining an exclusive club that includes Hall of Famers Steve Young and Montana, as well as Jeff Garcia. That is rare air for a guy who started his career with the “Mr. Irrelevant” moniker.
Shaking Off the Rust and the Cold
What makes this performance even sweeter for the 49ers faithful is the context. Just a month ago, Purdy looked lost against the Carolina Panthers, throwing three interceptions in a single half. It was an abysmal showing that could have easily snowballed and wrecked his confidence. Add in the narrative that he tends to freeze up in cold weather games, and the deck seemed stacked against him.
But great players have short memories. Purdy played with a calmness that betrayed the pressure he was under. He shed the “system quarterback” label and looked every bit the MVP finalist we saw back in 2023. He wasn’t trying to do too much; he was simply distributing the ball with surgical precision and letting his playmakers eat.
What This Means For the 49ers’ Playoff Push
This version of Purdy is exactly what San Francisco needs as they stare down the barrel of the postseason. With the win, the 49ers kept their hopes alive for both the NFC West title and the coveted No. 1 overall seed.
If Purdy can keep his playmaking high and his turnovers low, this offense is virtually unstoppable. He’s proving that he’s not just a passenger on this team; he’s the driver. And right now, he’s got the pedal to the metal.
