The San Francisco 49ers entered their Week 18 finale on the road against the Arizona Cardinals with several starters ruled out. Quarterback Brock Purdy, receiver Deebo Samuel and cornerback Deommodore Lenoir were all ruled out with injuries.

Following Sunday's loss, all eyes have shifted to quarterback Brock Purdy's impending contract extension with the San Francisco 49ers.

Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers’ brass have a similar mindset regarding one of the biggest offseason questions around the organization.

The San Francisco 49ers concluded their 2024 season on the road against the Arizona Cardinals. Among the long list of of injured players not suiting up for the season finale was QB1 Brock Purdy, who suffered a right elbow contusion and nerve inflammation in the team's Week 17 "Monday Night Football" matchup.

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) walks off the field after a loss ... with an official during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Ariz., Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri) San ...

From "Mr. Irrelevant" to indispensable starter, Brock Purdy’s contract demands could redefine the 49ers’ offseason strategy.

Much has been made of the contract for San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy ever since he was the last pick in the 2022 NFL draft. Mr. Irrelevant hasn't

If Purdy does indeed hold out, the 49ers will have to find a quarterback who knows the system and can take all the first-team reps during the offseason. Jimmy Garoppolo will be a free agent, although it seems the relationship between him and the coaching staff is irreparably damaged.

Sam Darnold had a breakout season, Josh Jacobs ran wild in Green Bay, and Baker Mayfield tossed 41 touchdowns, as all three led their teams to the playoffs.

The 49ers went from first in the NFC to last in their division this season. They have the talent to reach those heights again after resting up this offseason.

A look at the quarterback's strengths and shortcoming as the 49ers begin negotiating a new, multiyear contract.

Future Pro Football Hall of Fame QB Drew Brees believes NFL teams can learn from how the Purdy situation shook out in San Francisco.