Early Life and Education of Brock Purdy: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Brock Purdy. A timeline of key moments.

Brock Purdy is an American football quarterback currently playing for the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL. He played college football at Iowa State and was drafted by the 49ers as the very last pick in the 2022 NFL draft, earning him the title of "Mr. Irrelevant."

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1923: Start of Winning Seasons Streak

Brock Purdy's four years at Iowa State corresponded with the first time the school's football program had seen four consecutive winning seasons since 1923–1927.

1927: End of Winning Seasons Streak

The 1923-1927 seasons mark the last time that Iowa State's football program had four consecutive winning seasons, prior to Brock Purdy's time with the team.

December 27, 1999: Brock Purdy's Birth

On December 27, 1999, Brock Purdy was born. He would later become a professional football quarterback.

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2000: Cyclones Record Tied

In 2020, the Iowa State Cyclones tied their best record in program history set in 2000, with a 9-3 season led by Purdy.

2015: Varsity Football Debut

In 2015, Brock Purdy started his varsity football career as a sophomore for the newly opened Perry High School.

2016: AIA State Championship Appearance

In 2016, Perry High School, led by Purdy, reached the 6A Division AIA State Championship game, but lost to Chandler High School 65–28.

2017: Second AIA State Championship Appearance

In 2017, Purdy again led Perry High School to the 6A Division AIA State Championship game, but lost to Chandler High School 48–42.

February 7, 2018: Commitment to Iowa State University

On February 7, 2018, Purdy signed his letter of intent to commit to Iowa State University, and enrolled in June of that year.

2018: Starting Quarterback for Iowa State

In 2018, Brock Purdy began his freshman year as third string, but became the starting quarterback for the Iowa State Cyclones after injuries to Kyle Kempt and Zeb Noland. He started eight games, achieving a 7-2 record and a passer rating of 169.9.

2019: Sophomore Season at Iowa State

In 2019, Purdy started all 13 games of his sophomore season at Iowa State, achieving a 7-6 record and breaking school records. Purdy also led the Big 12 Conference in passing yards with 3,982.

2020: Led Cyclones to a 9-3 Record

In 2020, Brock Purdy led the Iowa State Cyclones to a 9-3 record (tied with the 2000 season for the best record in program history) and a number 9 national ranking.

2021: Senior Year at Iowa State

In 2021, Purdy and Hall again led the Cyclones to a 7–6 record. Purdy also had 356 yards and three touchdowns against Texas Tech, but Iowa State lost in a 41–38 shootout.