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Brock Purdy's play draws Tom Brady comparisons as 49ers stay undefeated

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 11:04 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Brock Purdy's play draws Tom Brady comparisons as 49ers stay undefeated

Summary

Brock Purdy has impressed analysts, including Damien Woody, with his intelligent play, drawing comparisons to Tom Brady. Woody praised Purdy for his patience and processing ability, which have helped the San Francisco 49ers maintain their undefeated record in the early 2026 season. Purdy's statistics include 789 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and one interception, alongside a rushing touchdown. He has been sacked zero times through three games, showcasing his ability to evade pressure. As the 49ers look to continue their success, Purdy’s performance is positioned as crucial to their Super Bowl aspirations.

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Status Watch

•Purdy has thrown for 789 yards and nine touchdowns this season.
•He has not been sacked in the first three games.
•The 49ers are currently undefeated at the start of the 2026 season.
•Woody calls Purdy an elite quarterback with outstanding field processing.
•The 49ers aim for continued success as they seek a Super Bowl appearance.

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11:04 AMYahoo Sports — Damien Woody saw a Tom Brady quality that Brock Purdy showed to help the San Francisco 49ers go 3-0

What they're saying

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Damien Woody has been very impressed with one San Francisco 49ers star, who has shown glimpses of the GOAT, Tom Brady. Purdy has been excellent this season, allowing the San Francisco 49ers to go undefeated to start the 2026 season despite their long list of injuries.
— Yahoo Sports

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