Arrr! Ex-49ers scurvy dog Anquan Boldin stands with Brock Purdy against landlubber critics after his first career loss.
2023-10-20
Avast, ye scurvy dogs! Brock Purdy hath suffered a mighty blow in his maiden regular season skirmish alongside the San Francisco 49ers. Nay, some naysayers be reckonin' he be leanin' too much on his mates o' the field. Arrr, tis a tale worth tellin'!
Brock Purdy, the San Francisco 49ers quarterback, experienced his first loss of the season recently, leading to some criticism of his performance. Critics argue that he relies too heavily on the star players in Kyle Shanahan’s offensive system. However, former 49ers receiver Anquan Boldin believes that Purdy will always have his detractors, regardless of how well he plays, simply because he is winning. Boldin pointed out that Purdy remained undefeated when he took over last season and only suffered his first loss in the NFC Championship Game due to injury. Last Sunday marked Purdy's first regular season loss as a starter, but Boldin acknowledges the challenging circumstances, including the loss of key players and the difficult weather conditions in Cleveland. The rainy and unpredictable climate of Cleveland has always posed challenges for players. The sloppy field conditions made it a defensive battle, and a missed field goal ultimately decided the game. Despite the loss, Boldin has faith in Purdy's talent and urges him to take advantage of his rookie contract while he can. Many still consider the 49ers to be a top team in the NFC, and as long as Purdy's teammates stay healthy, he has a range of options to work with. Ultimately, the 49ers are focused on winning, regardless of any criticism Purdy may face.