History of Brock Purdy in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: July 29, 2025

Brock Purdy is a professional American football quarterback currently playing for the San Francisco 49ers in the NFL. He played college football at Iowa State. Notably, Purdy was the very last player selected 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

1989: Joe Montana's perfect passer rating

In 1989, Joe Montana was the last 49ers quarterback to achieve a perfect passer rating.

2000: Jeff Garcia's Passing Record

In 2000, Jeff Garcia was the last 49ers quarterback to pass for 4,000 yards in a season before Brock Purdy.

2020: 49ers last qualified for the playoffs

In 2020, was the last time the 49ers qualified for the playoffs, before failing to do so in 2024.

July 2023: Purdy announces engagement to Jenna Brandt

In July 2023, Brock Purdy announced his engagement to his girlfriend Jenna Brandt.

2023: Purdy's 2023 Season

In 2023, Brock Purdy had a statistically successful season, which was later contrasted with the 2024 season due to injuries impacting the team's pass-catchers.

January 3, 2024: Purdy named NFC Pro Bowl starter

On January 3, 2024, it was announced that Brock Purdy was selected as the NFC's starting quarterback for the 2024 Pro Bowl Games. It was also announced that Purdy would not play in the regular-season finale against the Los Angeles Rams.

March 9, 2024: Purdy and Jenna Brandt get married

On March 9, 2024, Brock Purdy and Jenna Brandt got married.

2024: Super Bowl LVIII

In 2024, Brock Purdy played in Super Bowl LVIII, completing 23-of-38 passes for 255 yards and a touchdown in a 25–22 overtime loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Purdy was ranked 28th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2024.

2024: Purdy's 50th Career Touchdown Pass

In 2024, during Week 5 against the Arizona Cardinals, Brock Purdy made his 50th career touchdown pass after passing to George Kittle, becoming the fastest quarterback in 49ers history to reach this milestone. Purdy finished the 2024 season with 3,864 passing yards, 20 passing touchdowns, and a 96.1 passer rating.

2024: 49ers struggle with injuries

In 2024, the 49ers struggled with injuries, finishing with a 6–11 record and failing to qualify for the playoffs. Brock Purdy himself missed two games due to injuries to his right shoulder and elbow.