T.J. Ward compares Brock Purdy to Steve Young after hot start

Former NFL safety T.J. Ward has likened San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy to Hall of Famer Steve Young, highlighting Purdy's impressive performance this season. Through three games, Purdy has completed 72.3% of his passes for 789 yards, nine touchdowns, and one interception. Ward noted that Purdy appears to have fully grasped Kyle Shanahan's offensive system. The 49ers are currently 3-0, and Young's legacy as a two-time NFL MVP sets a high standard for comparisons. Purdy’s current stats early in the season have drawn positive attention, but it is early to project his long-term trajectory.

• 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-NFL safety sees 'pieces of Steve Young' in Brock Purdy's game