On Thursday night, the 49ers officially made it to the playoffs after beating the Seattle Seahawks. In this game, rookie quarterback Brock Purdy showed another incredible display, which helped the Niners to reach the playoffs two years in a row. Last Sunday, Purdy had another incredible game against Tom Brady and the Bucs, as the Niners destroyed the Tampa Bay side. After the game against the Seahawks, fans lauded the young QB and compared him with the 7-time Super Bowl champion, TB12.
It is worth noting that Purdy got his opportunity to play for the Niners after their starting quarterback, Jimmy Garoppolo, suffered a foot injury in the game against the Dolphins. Since then, he has been exceptional for the Niners, as the fans are dreaming about winning the Super Bowl already.
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NFL fans compared Brock Purdy with Tom Brady for taking the 49ers to the playoffs
After the game, Purdy looked overjoyed, as he was shouting ‘let’s go’ to the crowd in the Lumen Field stadium. Later, the fans on social media, particularly the Niners fans, praised the 22-year-old as well.
One particular fan found some similarities between Tom Brady and Purdy and wrote:
He is really about to become the next Tom Brady, late draft pick who comes in for an injured QB with the best defense in the league
— Carlos (@carlosfms2001) December 16, 2022
It is worth noting that no rookie QB has ever won a Super Bowl in NFL history. One particular fan believes there’s a possibility of that happening with Purdy.
The guy might a diamond, it's too early to tell. But he would be an awesome story no rookie QB has ever done it won the super bowl but he could be the first. Who knows he has some tuff teams to beat out do. If he does even get there not sure Lance ever plays for the 9ers again.
— Michael Bolton Leblanc (@Epic_Giant_Blob) December 16, 2022
Another fan shared a Spider-Man meme to describe Purdy’s situation with the Niners at the moment.
“with great power comes great responsibility” – Brock Purdy pic.twitter.com/tCmuLkFakn
— Cpt. 4x (@KlayKittle) December 16, 2022
Earlier, many called him Mr. irrelevant because he was the last-picked player in the 2022 NFL draft. Now, he has become quite relevant in the eyes of many fans, as they are dreaming of winning the Super Bowl with him.
This kid is living his dream. What a great story. If Mr Irrelevant become a SB winner man…..
— Bryan #FTTB NFC West Champs ♥️💛 (@TomehBryan) December 16, 2022
Another fan is looking forward to seeing the NFC conference final between the Niners and the Eagles.
Eagle vs 49ners NFC championship game gonna be INSANE! 🤯
— GalaxyMando316🌌🛡 (@thisraidrmando2) December 16, 2022
On the other hand, some fans of other teams are looking to trade this young rookie already.
What teams could trade for him?
— Majin Chris 😈 (@410Chris__) December 16, 2022
One fan joked about him stealing Jimmy Garoppolo’s celebration.
Brock took Jimmy’s job, and his post game celebration 😂
— Kamrin🇮🇹 (@KP_905_) December 16, 2022
Meanwhile, some fans are still feeling skeptical about Purdy and his performances in the playoffs.
He about to get exposed in the playoffs when teams force him to throw, and has to play good defenses
— GC (@iknowiknowdude) December 16, 2022
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Another fan feels he will get exposed playing against the real defense.
Purdys been playing a real defense in practice all year lol
— j 🪐 (@rekkjw) December 16, 2022
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Purdy has been playing incredibly in the last three games. In the last three games, he recorded 6 passing touchdowns and 1 rushing touchdown. He also threw 612 yards and made only 1 interception. Safe to say, he lifted the Niners with his performance after Garoppolo‘s injury and it will be interesting to see if he can maintain this form through the playoffs.
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