Bill Simmons praises 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy's performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 2:15 PM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026
Bill Simmons, during a segment on The Ringer, commended San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy for his impressive play, stating he is 'reaching Mahomes levels.' Purdy has contributed to the 49ers' perfect 5-0 record this season, earning accolades for his consistency and decision-making. Simmons noted that Purdy has not had a bad game yet this season, calling him one of the league's top quarterbacks. As the season progresses, speculation about Purdy's potential to achieve accolades similar to those of Patrick Mahomes increases. Mahomes, although recovering from injury, has also led the Kansas City Chiefs to a 4-0 start this season.
- •Brock Purdy leads the 49ers to a 5-0 record this season.
- •Simmons describes Purdy as an MVP candidate.
- •Purdy joined the 49ers as the last pick in the draft in 2022.
- •Patrick Mahomes has three Super Bowl MVPs and is recovering from injury.
- •The 49ers' strong start raises expectations for postseason success.
- 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Bill Simmons thinks there’s a quarterback in the NFL who is ‘reaching Mahomes levels’
"Patrick Mahomes is one of the most impressive, decorated quarterbacks in the NFL right now, but there is another player reaching his level in the eyes of Bill Simmons. Mahomes is a three-time Super Bowl winner, three-time Super Bowl MVP and a two-time NFL MVP.
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