Trent Williams praises Brock Purdy after 49ers victory over Rams
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Last updated Sep 12, 2026
San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams praised quarterback Brock Purdy following the team’s 27-7 regular-season win against the Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday. After falling behind 7-3 in the second quarter, Purdy led a 99-yard drive that put the 49ers ahead by halftime. He finished the game with 205 passing yards, 25 completions on 34 attempts, three touchdowns, and one interception. Purdy also contributed 29 rushing yards on five carries. Williams credited the quarterback's leadership and composure under pressure for the victory, labeling him the team's heart and soul. Purdy has emerged as a consistent starter for San Francisco since entering the league as the final pick in the 2022 draft.
- •The San Francisco 49ers beat the Los Angeles Rams 27-7 in Melbourne on Thursday.
- •Brock Purdy completed 25 of 34 passes for 205 yards and three touchdowns.
- •Trent Williams described Purdy as a consistent leader who remains calm under pressure.
- •The 49ers overcame an early 7-3 deficit with an 11-play, 99-yard scoring drive.
- •Purdy added 29 rushing yards on five attempts during the season opener.
- 1:50 AMYahoo Sports — 49ers news: Steve Young gives Brock Purdy props for underrated aspect of his game
- 4:46 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers news: Trent Williams demands you put some respect on Brock Purdy's name
"San Francisco legend Steve Young had praises to sing about Brock Purdy following the 49ers’ opening 27-7 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on Thursday. Despite a slow start, Brock Purdy had a great performance leading the offense. He completed 25 out of 34 passes for 205 yards and three touchdowns and one interception. He was active on the […] The post 49ers news: Steve Young gives Brock Purdy props for underrated aspect of his game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams heaped praise on quarterback Brock Purdy following the team’s 27-7 regular-season opener win over the Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday. Williams was asked to describe the 49ers’ signal-caller after the game, and it seemed that the 12-time Pro Bowl tackle was prepared […] The post 49ers news: Trent Williams demands you put some respect on Brock Purdy's name appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 12, 2026, 1:50 AM49ers news: Steve Young gives Brock Purdy props for underrated aspect of his game
San Francisco legend Steve Young had praises to sing about Brock Purdy following the 49ers’ opening 27-7 win over the Los Angeles Rams in Australia on Thursday. Despite a slow start, Brock Purdy had a great performance leading the offense. He completed 25 out of 34 passes for 205 yards and three touchdowns and one interception. He was active on the […] The post 49ers news: Steve Young gives Brock Purdy props for underrated aspect of his game appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 4:46 PM49ers news: Trent Williams demands you put some respect on Brock Purdy's name
San Francisco 49ers offensive tackle Trent Williams heaped praise on quarterback Brock Purdy following the team’s 27-7 regular-season opener win over the Los Angeles Rams at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday. Williams was asked to describe the 49ers’ signal-caller after the game, and it seemed that the 12-time Pro Bowl tackle was prepared […] The post 49ers news: Trent Williams demands you put some respect on Brock Purdy's name appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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