Fri Feb 07 11:20:00 UTC 2025: ## 49ers Legend Joe Montana: Pay Brock Purdy, He’s the Future

**New Orleans, LA** – Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana weighed in on the San Francisco 49ers’ contract negotiations with young star Brock Purdy during an appearance on the Rich Eisen Show Thursday. Montana emphatically endorsed a lucrative extension for Purdy, arguing that the quarterback deserves to be one of the NFL’s highest-paid players, despite the 49ers’ injury-plagued 2023 season.

“You’ve got to pay him,” Montana stated. “I can show you four or five guys in the league making tons of money that haven’t produced anywhere near what he’s been able to do.” He acknowledged that Purdy’s numbers dipped this past season due to numerous injuries across the 49ers roster and the team’s tumultuous offseason, including trade rumors surrounding wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.

Montana attributed the team’s 6-11 record to a combination of injuries and early-season distractions, characterizing the year as one the team would want to put behind them quickly. Despite the setbacks, Montana firmly believes in Purdy’s potential, stating, “Yeah, I think he’s got a good understanding.” He also observed that the 49ers seemed to deviate from their usual offensive strategy this season, pushing Purdy to throw deep more often than typical.

With Purdy eligible for a contract extension after a record-breaking 2023 season (prior to injury), Montana’s endorsement solidifies Purdy’s standing as the franchise’s future at quarterback. The anticipated deal is expected to make Purdy the highest-paid player in 49ers history.

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