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“13 IS OFFICIALLY HERE TO STAY”
When a team tweets just six words and the whole fanbase erupts, you know it’s big. That’s exactly what happened when the San Francisco 49ers took to social media to drop this mic-drop message about their QB:
“13 IS OFFICIALLY HERE TO STAY.”
That “13” is Brock Purdy, and those six words sealed the deal on a massive contract extension that makes it crystal clear — the 49ers aren’t just betting on Purdy. They’re all in.
A Deal That Speaks Volumes (Even in Six Words)
NFL insider Ian Rapoport broke the news first: a five-year, $265 million extension, with a jaw-dropping $181 million guaranteed. That ties Purdy to the Niners through 2030, and cements him as the face of the franchise moving forward.
Once the 49ers confirmed the deal, the team’s X account lit up with Purdy love — highlight reels, signing day pics, and captions like “Purdy damn relevant”, a cheeky nod to his “Mr. Irrelevant” label from the 2022 draft. The social media team didn’t hold back, and honestly? Fans were eating it up.
From Underdog to Top Dollar
Let’s not forget: Purdy was the very last pick in the 2022 draft — a guy no one expected to become the guy. And yet, here he is just a few years later, Pro Bowler, MVP-vote-getter, and now the seventh-highest-paid QB in the NFL in terms of annual value.
In his first three seasons, Purdy was earning less than $1 million a year. Now? He’s pulling in an average of $53 million per season. Only a handful of guys — Mahomes, Allen, Burrow, and Lawrence — have bigger total deals. That’s a meteoric rise, and it’s changing the narrative for late-round quarterbacks everywhere.
No-Trade Clause? Yep, He’s Got That Too
Purdy’s new deal includes a no-trade clause, which gives him serious control over his future. If the Niners ever consider moving him, Brock gets the final word. That’s big-time security and a clear sign of just how much power he now holds within the franchise.
All Eyes on the Future
With a contract that size, the pressure is on. Purdy’s 2024 season had its hiccups — fewer yards, more picks — but let’s be real: the guy was still holding things together with key pieces like Christian McCaffrey and Brandon Aiyuk doing the heavy lifting. This year, he’s got an upgraded arsenal, including rookie standout Ricky Pearsall and returning stars like George Kittle.
Still, the team will need more than just highlights. After a rocky end to the 2024 season, the expectation is clear: get back to the playoffs and make noise while you’re there.
The Bottom Line
The 49ers have placed their chips firmly on Brock Purdy’s number 13. Whether he becomes the long-term answer or not, one thing is certain — the era of Purdy is officially here.
And based on that six-word announcement, fans better buckle up.