Tom Brady praises Brock Purdy as elite quarterback after 3-0 start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 10:39 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026

During a segment on Fox Sports on September 30, 2026, Tom Brady endorsed Brock Purdy as an elite quarterback following Purdy's impressive performance in the 3-0 start for the San Francisco 49ers. Brady commended Purdy for his accuracy and game management, suggesting he should be included in tier-one quarterback discussions. This endorsement comes as the 49ers prepare to face the Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks in their upcoming games, which will test Purdy’s skills further, especially given the team's injury challenges among receiving options.
- •Tom Brady places Brock Purdy in elite QB discussions.
- •Purdy has led the 49ers to a 3-0 start.
- •Next games include the Denver Broncos and Seattle Seahawks.
- •Brady highlighted Purdy's game management and accuracy.
- •49ers face challenges with injured receivers.
- 10:39 PMYahoo Sports — Tom Brady makes Brock Purdy declaration following 3-0 start
"The greatest QB of all time bestowed a label on Brock Purdy that many have been reluctant to apply.
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