Football fans are teeing off on Fox Sports 1 personality Craig Carton over his blockbuster trade proposal involving San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy.
The 2022 Mr. Irrelevant is eligible for a contract extension after completing the third of a four-year rookie contract. But some fans are skeptical that the 49ers will pay Purdy that money, given Kyle Shanahan’s quarterback-friendly system and the fact GM John Lynch looks ready to rebuild after bidding farewell to plenty of big-name veterans.
During an episode of FS1’s “Breakfast Ball”, Carton proposed a blockbuster trade scenario that would see the 49ers deal Brock Purdy to the New York Giants in exchange for their next three first-round picks, including the No. 3 selection in 2025.
Carton then suggested that the 49ers sign veteran Aaron Rodgers, who grew up a San Francisco fan. Rodgers remains a free agent after visiting with the Giants and Pittsburgh Steelers.
Insane: FS1’s Craig Carton suggests the 49ers should trade QB Brock Purdy and their first-round pick (No. 11) to the Giants for pick No. 3, a 2026 first-round pick, and a 2027 first-round pick.
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) March 24, 2025
Carton says the 49ers should then sign Aaron Rodgers as their quarterback for the… pic.twitter.com/0uv1HtZODV
Let’s just say that social media isn’t at all backing Carton’s trade proposal involving Purdy.
“Giants laugh and then fart on the phone,” one fan wrote.
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Giants laugh and then fart on the phone
— Doc (@DocH1322) March 24, 2025
“Well 60 million for Purdy is a scam,” quipped another.
Well 60 million for Purdy is a scam
— trent22b.eth (@trent22b_eth) March 24, 2025
“In what world would this guy think the giants would agree to such a thing,” asked a fan.
In what world would this guy think the giants would agree to such a thing
— All things NFL WWE (@AllThingsNflWwe) March 24, 2025
“Even Dave Gettleman wouldn’t make such an idiotic trade,” said another.
Even Dave Gettleman wouldn’t make such an idiotic trade.
— M (@mosx89) March 24, 2025
“Why is he on tv,” a fan asked.
Why is he on tv
— @sqaurebiznezz (@Tikey56) March 24, 2025
“Why do you listen to this quack ?,” asked another user.
Why do you listen to this quack ?
— Very Salty Bills Fan (@salty_bills_fan) March 24, 2025
The 49ers have bid farewell to impact players like Deebo Samuel, Jordan Mason, Aaron Banks, Leonard Floyd, Javon Hargrave, Charvarius Ward and Talanoa Hufanga so far this offseason. But there’s no indication now that they’re looking to trade Purdy.
And if the 49ers were to shop Purdy? Believe us, nobody is giving up three first-round picks for him unless San Francisco were to give up multiple first-rounders as part of the return.
49ers Should Let Brock Purdy Play Out His Contract Year
It’s hard to come up with a fair price tag for Purdy on a new deal. On one hand, he’s 23-13-0 as a starter with 64 touchdowns and just 27 interceptions, not to mention he was a couple of plays away from leading the 49ers to a Super Bowl 58 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
But Purdy has only had one good full season as a starter, and he’s not the first QB to succeed in Shanahan’s offense. So San Fran’s best bet is to make Purdy “prove it” in 2025 and see if he’s really deserving of a new deal.
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