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Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV analyzes 49ers QB Brock Purdy

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 10:15 PM

Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV analyzes 49ers QB Brock Purdy

Summary

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV addressed reporters on Thursday ahead of the team's matchup against the unbeaten San Francisco 49ers on October 11. Jones offered a detailed evaluation of 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy, who has led his team to a 4-0 record. Purdy has completed 69.9% of his passes for 1,007 yards with 11 touchdowns and only one interception thus far this season. Jones emphasized Purdy's ability to make quick, decisive throws and avoid mistakes, indicating that the Seahawks will need to elevate their game against a quarterback who has yet to be sacked this season. Both Jones and head coach Mike Macdonald praised Purdy's competitive nature and smart play.

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By the Numbers

•Seahawks face 49ers on October 11 with playoff implications.
•Purdy has thrown only one interception this season.
•Seattle's defense needs to find a way to pressure Purdy.
•Jones intercepted Purdy in their last matchup in September 2025.
•Seahawks recently beat the Chargers 30-23.

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10:15 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks’ Ernest Jones IV gives honest assessment of 49ers QB Brock Purdy

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Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV met with reporters on Thursday, three days before Seattle hosts the unbeaten San Francisco 49ers at Lumen Field, and he used part of his session to give the opposing quarterback an honest assessment. Brock Purdy has the 49ers at 4-0, and his numbers through four games explain why a […] The post Seahawks’ Ernest Jones IV gives honest assessment of 49ers QB Brock Purdy appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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