ESPN’s Dan Graziano just dropped an absolute shocker: he thinks San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy should be the NFL MVP favorite right now, after only three weeks of the 2026 season. Yeah, you read that right. Graziano’s verdict? “Not an overreaction.”
The Raw Numbers Are Insane
Purdy and the Niners are sitting pretty at a flawless 3-0, racking up impressive wins against the Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, and Arizona Cardinals. That alone is huge, but it’s *how* Purdy is playing that truly has everyone’s heads spinning. This dude is putting up elite numbers: 789 passing yards (8th in the league) and a staggering nine passing touchdowns, tied for 1st overall. He has thrown only one interception, showing incredible accuracy, and his 93.8 QBR is literally the best mark in the entire NFL. Think about that for a second. The highest QBR in the whole damn league through three weeks! He is not just a pocket passer either; he has added serious value on the ground, running the ball 10 times for 93 yards, scoring a touchdown, and grabbing eight crucial first downs. He’s absolutely doing it all.
Against All Odds
What makes this MVP talk even more wild is the difficult context around him. The 49ers are already getting hammered by injuries, especially in their wide receiver room, and there is even some concern bubbling up about Trent Williams. Yet, amidst all these issues, Purdy is somehow playing at an even higher, more consistent level. Graziano readily admits there are other monsters out there, undisputed superstars like Lamar Jackson, Josh Allen, and Patrick Mahomes, who are absolutely deserving of MVP consideration. But even with that incredible talent pool, Graziano is adamant that “no one makes a stronger case right now than Purdy.” It is a bold statement, but the rock-solid numbers and the undefeated record absolutely back it up, especially when you factor in the decimated roster he’s working with. This guy is truly carrying that team right now.
There is a ton of football left, no doubt, but Purdy’s case for the NFL MVP is as strong as it gets this early. While some teams, like our own Seahawks, are having a rough go , remember Marcus Mariota stunning them to help the Commanders escape an 0-3 start, a tough pill for the 12s , Purdy is out there defying all expectations. This league is wild early on, and every game counts. The stakes are getting higher every week. Can Purdy keep this incredible momentum going? Can he silence the doubters and maintain this elite, MVP-caliber performance? You gotta tune in next week to see if he holds onto that MVP favorite spot.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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