Why Orlovsky saw Mahomes in Purdy’s ‘career’ moment Originally aired on NBC Sports Bay Area
Former NFL signalman believes 49ers star Brock Purdy is playing the best football of his pro career and believes that factor is in Patrick Mahomes territory. .
Yes, that’s right.
On Friday’s episode of “NFL Live,” ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky candidly explained why he believes Purdy is in the midst of a career moment.
“This is the masterpiece of Brock Purdy’s career,” Orlovsky told Ryan Clark. “For the first six weeks, he had to deal with injuries and the offensive line was in flux because of the different pieces. (It’s) the most consistent football of his career.”
Courtesy of Coach Orlovsky, Purdy completed 18 of 28 passes for 255 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions in Thursday night’s road win against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. , he didn’t concede a goal. His passer rating was an impressive 129.3.
The 49ers signal-caller also threw two picture-perfect touchdown passes to tight end George Kittle, making Purdy the only player at the position other than Minnesota Vikings and former San Francisco quarterback Sam Darnold in the NFC. He influenced Orlovsky, who he calls the best player. .
“The timing of their passing game right now is as consistent as it’s been since Brock Purdy took over,” Orlovsky added. “Some of his throws to Kittle in the end zone were absolutely perfect. He’s probably playing the best football of any quarterback in the NFC right now, outside of Sam Darnold. ”
This season, Purdy has chosen to be more of a playmaker, and his league-leading slow time of 3.17 seconds is proof of that.
And that’s exactly where the Orlovsky Purdy Mahomes comparison comes into play.
“The second thing is this, and I know this is a big one, he’s in the Patrick Mahomes category as far as back-breaking running with his legs,” Orlovsky concluded. ” …We say that over and over again about Patrick. I was like, “I have to get off the field.” (He then) breaks your back in the scramble. He seems to have stepped into a world where his legs become a very important part at critical moments. ”
Whether you agree or not, Orlovsky constructs a valid argument.
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