Kyle Shanahan’s striking 2022 admission to Jed York about Brock Purdy
Kyle Shanahan revealed that the San Francisco 49ers had a high internal grade for Brock Purdy before the 2022 NFL Draft. Despite this, they decided to wait and draft him later, anticipating he would not be selected early. Purdy's performance during training camp and a pivotal game against the Miami Dolphins showcased his potential, leading Shanahan to believe they might have found something special.
- ▪The 49ers initially gave Brock Purdy a fourth-round grade before the 2022 NFL Draft.
- ▪Kyle Shanahan expressed confidence that Purdy would not be drafted early, leading the team to wait to select him.
- ▪Purdy's standout performance against the Miami Dolphins solidified Shanahan's belief in his potential.
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