Colin Cowherd claims Purdy’s talent is overhyped and declares: “A 49ers rookie QB could outperform Purdy”
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Colin Cowherd claims Purdy’s talent is overhyped and declares: “A 49ers rookie QB could outperform Purdy”
San Francisco, September 18, 2025
Once again, veteran commentator Colin Cowherd has stirred up the football world with a controversial statement about the San Francisco 49ers’ number one quarterback, Brock Purdy. On air, Cowherd argued that Purdy is being “overhyped” and that his success primarily stems from the offensive system built by head coach Kyle Shanahan rather than individual talent.
“Honestly, most of Purdy’s success is due to circumstances,” Cowherd said. “San Francisco has a smart, talent-rich offensive system, and Shanahan is a genius at turning average QBs into heroes. Brock Purdy is better than Mac Jones, but is he worth hundreds of millions of dollars? I don’t think so.”
Meanwhile, Mac Jones—the backup brought in by the 49ers—delivered an explosive performance in a 26-21 victory over the New Orleans Saints in Week 2. Jones completed 26 of 39 passes, racking up 279 yards, throwing three touchdowns, and avoiding any interceptions. His poise and composure surprised many, even sparking questions about a potential competition for the QB1 spot in San Francisco.
Cowherd didn’t hesitate to emphasize: “If Mac Jones maintains this level of performance, I believe he can absolutely outperform Purdy. Jones isn’t an elite athlete, but he knows how to leverage the system and make accurate decisions. That’s what the 49ers need.”
Cowherd’s remarks are sure to ignite heated debates, especially since Purdy is still seen as the most successful leader of the 49ers since 2022. Nevertheless, with the impressive form Mac Jones has just displayed, the future of the quarterback position in San Francisco might be more intense than ever.
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