The San Francisco 49ers recently locked in quarterback Brock Purdy with a hefty five-year, $265 million extension, making him the seventh-highest paid QB in the NFL. The deal has ignited debate among fans and analysts who question whether Purdy is worth this investment. Critics argue that his contract exceeds that of notable quarterbacks like Justin Herbert and Patrick Mahomes, suggesting he may be overpaid. Yet, ESPN's Aaron Schatz named Purdy the most underrated quarterback, highlighting his superior performance compared to previous 49ers quarterbacks under coach Kyle Shanahan. Despite last year's struggles, where the team finished 6-9, Purdy’s stats were impressive: a 65.9% completion rate with 3,864 passing yards, 20 touchdowns, and a passer rating of 96.1.