The San Francisco 49ers absolutely steamrolled the Miami Dolphins with a 35-13 win on September 20, and quarterback Brock Purdy was nearly perfect, showing a command of the offense that has everyone talking after Week 2. Look, it’s tough to admit when a rival is cooking, but what Purdy did out there at Levi’s Stadium was something else. He was hitting spin moves, letting it rip, looking loose yet totally dialed in all at once. It really looks like the game’s slowing down for him, and that’s a problem for the rest of the NFC.
Purdy Is Playing Like a Seasoned Vet
This wasn’t just a good game, folks. Purdy was 7-for-8 in the first half, and his overall performance against the rebuilding Dolphins was so close to perfect, it’s wild. Trent Williams, the Niners’ offensive lineman, put it best when he said they’re “starting to witness Brock’s prime and I think it’s going to be a sight to behold.” Williams added that Purdy’s getting his respect now, but he doesn’t even relish in it, focused only on going 1-0 next week. That’s the kind of leadership that keeps a team rolling. Kurt Warner, the legendary QB, echoed that sentiment, calling Purdy “unbelievable” and praising his command of the offense. Warner’s point was clear: it doesn’t matter who the other pieces are, as long as Purdy is the point guard, that offense is good. It’s only Week 2, far too early for sweeping award declarations, but that’s the kind of talk that usually surrounds MVP candidates.
The O-Line and Offense Are Humming
Purdy’s near-flawless performance wasn’t all on him, though. The offensive line was stellar, giving him time to make those plays. Connor Colby was the only one to allow pressure on the quarterback, and even then, it took 2.76 seconds to get there. Every other offensive lineman had a clean sheet in the first half, which is just incredible. The rushing attack had a 50 percent success rate in the first half too, keeping that whole operation humming. The offense picked up right where they left off to begin the second half, solidifying that emphatic Week 2 home win. But it wasn’t all good news. The Niners did lose wide receiver Demarcus Robinson, who suffered a right ankle injury. He hobbled to the medical tent, then was carted to the locker room and ruled out by halftime. That’s a blow, no doubt.
The 49ers are definitely starting the season strong. Now, they’ll be focused on going 1-0 in Week 3, a mantra that’s clearly embedded in their locker room. Meanwhile, the rest of us will be hate-watching the Rams, hoping for some rival-on-rival action that helps everyone else out.
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Originally reported by Niners Nation.
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