The 49ers are working on a contract extension for Brock Purdy, but there could be a snag in the negotiations. Some insiders, like Dianna Russini, predict Purdy could land a deal worth $55–$60 million per year. However, Peter Schrager believes his agent will keep expectations in check.
But here’s where things get interesting Grant Cohn has floated another possibility: trading Purdy and signing Aaron Rodgers instead.
“If Purdy demands nearly $60 million a year, should the 49ers pay up?” Cohn asked. “Or should they trade him and bring in Rodgers?”
The debate over Purdy’s value continues. Is he a great quarterback, or is he just thriving because of the elite talent around him? Maybe it’s both. But is he worth $60 million per season? That’s the real question.
Locking up an above-average quarterback at an elite price can make things tricky for the rest of the roster. If the 49ers give Purdy that kind of money, it limits what they can spend on other key positions. And let’s be honest has Purdy fully proven he’s worth that investment?
So, what if the 49ers actually traded Purdy? Cohn even suggested a wild trade idea: sending Purdy to the Giants in exchange for the No. 3 overall pick in the NFL Draft. Would the 49ers consider making that move?
Insider Drops Bombshell: 49ers Considering Purdy Trade, Rodgers Deal?
