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Update:
49ers QB Brock Purdy has thrown 10 interceptions in Training Camp so far, according to the Athletic’s David Lombardi.
Original Story:
San Francisco 49ers‘ quarterback Brock Purdy encountered a challenging day on the field during a joint practice session against the Las Vegas Raiders.
Displaying some struggles, Purdy threw three interceptions, raising concerns about his performance and readiness for the upcoming season.
Purdy’s difficulties on the practice field are somewhat expected as he continues his recovery from significant elbow surgery, a result of an injury sustained during the NFC Championship Game.
Brock Purdy has thrown three picks already today.
— Grant Cohn (@grantcohn) August 11, 2023
Purdy’s throws during the joint practice lacked the precision and accuracy that fans and analysts have come to expect from the talented quarterback.
While the outcome of this particular practice may hold limited significance in the grand scheme of things, it does underscore the hurdles Purdy is currently working through on his path to full recovery and optimal performance.
Despite the setbacks, there remains an air of optimism around Purdy’s potential to bounce back.
Given Purdy’s promising rookie year, during which he completed an impressive 67% of his passes, throwing for 1,374 yards and 13 touchdowns with only four interceptions in nine games, he has demonstrated his prowess as a quarterback, winning all of his starts.
This track record makes it likely that he will maintain his starting position over competitors Trey Lance and Sam Darnold when the 2023 season begins.
It is noteworthy that Trey Lance, the 49ers’ rookie quarterback, is set to start against the Raiders in the first pre-season game of the year.
This decision offers fans a glimpse of the team’s quarterback depth as they prepare for their Week One opener against the Pittsburgh Steelers.