The San Francisco 49ers aiming for shorter-term, lesser guaranteed contract with Brock Purdy wreaks of trying to have their cake and eat it too

For the San Francisco 49ers, Brock Purdy has established himself as a top-10 quarterback in the NFL. Still, as he becomes eligible for a contract extension, the team faces a critical decision regarding his value.

San Francisco wants him back—for the right price. He wants to stay—for the right price. The difference in ‘right price’ is where the deal gets complicated.

The San Francisco 49ers' top offseason priority is securing a contract extension for Brock Purdy. The quarterback is entering the final year of his rookie deal and is now eligible for a well-earned payday after being one of the NFL's best bargains since the 49ers selected him with the last overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.

A new contract for quarterback Brock Purdy remains atop the San Francisco 49ers’ offseason priority list. That won’t be their only move under center this offseason though. Purdy was

Steve Young shared how he thinks San Francisco quarterback Brock Purdy can enhance the Niners’ offensive attack.

It is worth noting that Brock Purdy is now eligible for an extension after completing his third season with the Niners. When San Francisco selected him in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL Draft, the former Iowa State standout signed a four-year rookie deal worth $3.7 million .

The San Francisco 49ers have a decision to make this offseason about Brock Purdy. The young quarterback could be seeking a lucrative extension, but the 49ers need to be ready in case they cannot pay the price.