The San Francisco 49ers have made a proactive move by extending quarterback Brock Purdy's contract before the start of training camp, a decision that could potentially impact the fortunes of head coach Kyle Shanahan and general manager John Lynch. After the failed experiment with Trey Lance, who was traded to the Dallas Cowboys for a mere fourth-round pick, the organization has faced scrutiny. The successful emergence of Purdy, drafted last in the 2022 NFL Draft, has allowed Shanahan and Lynch to escape the fallout from the Lance debacle.

Purdy's performance has validated the 49ers' faith in him, presenting an opportunity for the team's leadership to build around a promising quarterback rather than scrambling to salvage previous mistakes. With expectations high and Purdy under contract, all eyes will be on Shanahan and Lynch as they navigate the next steps, particularly in assembling a roster capable of championship contention.