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San Francisco 49ers: Brock Purdy's Big Contract Debate

<h2 data-start="189" data-end="233">San Francisco 49ers Doubles Down on Brock Purdy</h2>
The 49ers have officially put their money where their mouth is, handing Purdy a massive contract extension that cements him as their franchise quarterback. Once the NFL’s ultimate bargain—playing on a rookie deal as Mr. Irrelevant—Purdy now joins the upper tier of quarterback salaries at around $49 million per year. It’s a number that reflects the going rate for competent starters but also ignites a fresh round of debate: Is Purdy truly worth it?
The 49ers didn’t blink at paying market value, but they did give up what was arguably the best team-building advantage in football—having a quality starter on a dirt-cheap rookie deal. With that luxury gone, San Francisco’s path to repeating as an NFC powerhouse faces more friction than ever.
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<h2 data-start="1013" data-end="1049">A Franchise QB, But at What Cost?</h2>
Nobody denies Purdy has overachieved for a seventh-round pick—he led the Niners to a Super Bowl appearance and has done so in an offense where Kyle Shanahan’s system accentuates a quarterback’s strengths and hides their flaws. But the underlying question lingers: Is Purdy good enough to elevate the team when the stars around him fade?
Last season gave us hints that the answer might be no. When Christian McCaffrey was banged up, when Deebo Samuel disappeared, or when the offensive line cracked under pressure, Purdy didn’t consistently look like a $49 million man. For some, that’s not surprising—he’s above average, but not elite. The 49ers bet they can keep the window open with strong drafting and creative cap gymnastics. But paying Purdy means sacrifices elsewhere are inevitable.
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<h2 data-start="1852" data-end="1890">Betting the NFC West: Buyer Beware?</h2>
Oddsmakers have the Niners listed at the top of the NFC West, but not universally—some books are hedging. And for good reason. The 49ers’ win total sits at 10.5, with plus money (+160) odds to miss the playoffs—a scenario that no longer feels outlandish.
If Trent Williams shows his age, if George Kittle misses time, if McCaffrey breaks down under another heavy workload, the margin for error shrinks dramatically. With Purdy’s new deal, losing depth is inevitable. The gamble for bettors is whether Shanahan’s machine can keep humming with fewer premium parts.
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<h2 data-start="2472" data-end="2515">The Los Angeles Rams’ Counter: A Star Receiver Reset</h2>
Meanwhile, there’s fresh intrigue in the division: Davante Adams joins the Los Angeles Rams to pair with Puka Nacua, giving Matthew Stafford another legitimate weapon. Adams’ receiving total is listed near 955.5 yards—a number that could easily climb if he looks anything like the late-season version of himself we glimpsed with the Jets.
If Adams delivers, the Rams suddenly boast a balanced attack that keeps defenses from smothering Nacua. A rejuvenated Stafford throwing to two top-tier targets? That’s a scenario that should spook the Niners faithful and excite futures bettors eyeing the Rams’ win total, currently hovering around 9.5–10.
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<h2 data-start="3189" data-end="3241">Final Word: Are the 49ers Still the Team to Beat?</h2>
On paper, San Francisco remains a juggernaut. But the margin for error is paper-thin. Purdy’s new deal locks him in as the face of the franchise—and the pressure point for their Super Bowl window. If he plays like a top-tier quarterback, the gamble pays off. If he’s merely good, the cracks may widen fast.
For bettors, the 49ers are no longer the easy investment they once were when they could outspend everyone else to support a cheap QB. The NFC West has ripple effects—a Rams surge with Adams or a  Seattle Seahawks revival with a healthy Cooper Kupp could flip the script.
Watch the props. Watch the win totals. And watch Purdy—because the Niners’ fate, and perhaps your bankroll, rides on him proving he’s worth every dollar.
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Key Betting Numbers:
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49ers Win Total: 10.5
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49ers to Miss Playoffs: +160
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Davante Adams Receiving Yards: 955.5
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