Brock Purdy didn’t make ESPN’s Top 10 QB list?

😳 “Oops, They Forgot Him?” — 49ers Star Brock Purdy Snubbed from NFL Top 10 QB List by Coaches & Scouts

Santa Clara, CA — Just when 49ers Nation thought Brock Purdy had ascended to true elite status, a harsh reminder arrives: ESPN’s latest rankings, voted on by NFL executives, coaches and scouts, left him completely off the Top 10 quarterback list. That’s right — not even an honorable mention.

Despite a franchise-record extension and impressive stats, league insiders are keeping Purdy in the “others receiving votes” tier.

📉 The Snub: What the Rankings Revealed

ESPN’s survey placed the QBs as follows:

1. Patrick Mahomes

2. Josh Allen

3. Joe Burrow

4. Lamar Jackson

5. Jayden Daniels

6. Matthew Stafford

7. Justin Herbert

8. Jared Goff

9. Jalen Hurts

10. Baker Mayfield

Notably, Brock Purdy didn’t even make the honorable mention list — a surprise given his contract and performance.

🤔 Should 49ers Fans Be Worried?

Let’s unpack this disconnect:

• 2024 stats dipped: Purdy passed for 3,864 yards and only 20 TDs, with 12 INTs in a 6–11 season.

• Despite this, he earned a record 5-year, $265 million extension, making him the highest-paid player in 49ers history.

• Some evaluators still see him as a product of Kyle Shanahan’s QB-friendly system, not a pure top-tier talent.

League voices aren’t convinced he’s elite — yet.

⚠️ Critics Weigh In

Former NFL QB Chris Simms directly challenged Purdy’s value, calling him unworthy of top-10 discussion and even floated the idea of a trade to Pittsburgh . Others note his inconsistencies under pressure and question whether his extension was premature .

📈 How Purdy Can Prove Them Wrong in 2025

Here’s what Purdy needs to do to flip the narrative:

• Rebound sharply in yards and TDs — get back above 4,200 yards and 30+ touchdowns

• Cut down turnovers, showing leadership and processing

• Perform in big moments, with the 49ers aiming to return to the playoffs

He’s got the contract, the weapons, and the support — now it’s time to silence the doubters.

✅ Final Thought:

Getting snubbed by NFL executives stings, but it can also fuel motivation.

For Brock Purdy, 2025 isn’t just a season — it’s a statement.
Because right now?
He’s not ranked with the elite.

But he has every chance to join them soon.