Brock Purdy

Brock Purdy enters the 2026 fantasy football season as a solid QB1 target with a clear path to production in a familiar 49ers offense. Recent projections still place him in the low-end QB1 range, with pass-yardage totals around 4,100-plus, roughly 28 passing touchdowns, and a useful rushing floor that adds more weekly stability than many pocket passers offer.

The biggest positive for fantasy managers is that Purdy remains tied to San Francisco on a major long-term extension, so there is no trade, cut, or new-team uncertainty clouding his outlook. That deal locks him in as the centerpiece of the offense, and the team’s commitment should keep the system built around his quick processing, accurate short-to-intermediate passing, and play-action efficiency.

Health is the main watch item, but the recent note on his injury history is not alarming for 2026 season prep. Purdy dealt with a stinger in the 2025 finale and also had toe issues that forced him to miss time, but reports in January indicated he was fine after the stinger and said his toe was in a good place going into the offseason. Fantasy managers should still respect the injury risk baked into his profile, especially because his 2025 season featured missed games and he is not a high-volume runner.

For draft strategy, Purdy looks best as a dependable mid-round starter or a strong QB2 with upside if your league rewards efficient passing heavily. He is not the kind of quarterback you chase for rushing ceiling, but his combination of passing volume, touchdown efficiency, and stable team situation makes him a reliable fantasy option who can beat his draft cost when healthy.