Brock Purdy’s journey feels something like a movie scene. The 49ers drafted him dead last, expected him to ride the bench, but now they’ve flipped the script and gone all in on their guy. We’ve seen quarterbacks land huge paydays, like Mahomes, Burrow, and Hurts, but we gotta agree that his case is different. It’s not just about the money, although it’s huge, it’s more like, we believe in you, and we’re not letting you go.

From the last pick in the draft to the face of the franchise, Brock Purdy just signed one of the NFL’s most incredible glow-up contracts. The San Francisco 49ers have officially committed to their breakout quarterback, locking him into a massive five-year, $265 million extension. That’s an average of $53 million per year, with a hefty $181 million guaranteed. For a guy who started out buried on the depth chart and ended up in the Super Bowl, the validation hits different.

To be fair, no one expected Purdy to go from “Mr. Irrelevant” to the 49ers’ long-term QB1 in under two seasons. But with poise, precision, and a postseason resume that includes beating top NFC contenders, the 24-year-old proved he’s not just a fluke. He’s now getting paid like it. The pay is a reward for his good play. It’s a statement that San Francisco is foreseeing its future around him.

Now, here’s where it gets extra sweet. The contract comes with a full no-trade clause. That’s right, Brock Prudy can’t be traded unless he says so. That’s not something you see often, especially for a young QB still early in his career. It’s a huge sign of trust from the 49ers brass, and it means Purdy is their guy, for good. No trade rumors, no offseason drama. Just a ball.

This move is about stability, confidence, and building trust. When you commit to your signal-caller this hard, everyone else falls in line. There’s no QB controversy. No question about leadership. With Purdy planted firmly in the Bay, the 49ers can now focus on saving the rest of their roster, and yep, they’ve already got someone in mind.

49ers’ eyes on Fred Warner

Next, we have none other than defensive captain Fred Warner. The 49ers are turning their attention to their All-Pro linebacker as the next major extension target. There’s a bit of a gap in negotiations right now, but don’t let that fool you, Warner is vital to what this team does. The front office knows it, and so does everyone in the locker room.

To be honest, Fred Warner is a top-tier tackler and the soul of San Francisco’s defense. He is fast, vocal, and as intense as they come. He has been the center of a unit that’s ranked among the best in the league year after year. We can say, Purdy is the brain of the operation on the offensive line, and Warner is the fire in its belly on the defensive line. So, keeping both would secure leadership on both ends.

But, yes, extending terms with Warner won’t be easy. He’s still under contract through 2026, so any new deal would be a restructuring or early extension. That means working on tight cap space, reworking bonuses, and finding creative ways to keep the team’s core intact. But what if they managed to pay Purdy and maintain roster balance? They’ve got some cap wizardry up their sleeves.

The 49ers are paying stars and preserving their identity. Purdy brings calm, Warner brings chaos, and together they form the spine of a Super Bowl worthy team. With Purdy now fully locked in and Warner possibly next, San Francisco is setting themselves up to be a contender for years to come.