But for San Francisco 49ers cornerstone Brock Purdy, these discussions may actually be instructive, as they give insight into his yearly progression. The Athletic released its rankings of NFL starting quarterbacks, and Purdy came in at number 11, tied with Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams. However, one line stands out from the rest: “It’s tough finding voters who don’t mention Shanahan’s system when discussing Purdy.” With each passing season, Purdy is working to prove doubters wrong. If the Niners can stay healthy this season, there's a chance they can make another run.