Last season, quarterback luck cost the 49ers a Super Bowl participation. Brock Purdy, the 49ers' third-string quarterback and erstwhile Mr. Irrelevant, may be their future.
The NFC Championship Game injured Purdy. His replacement, fourth-string quarterback Josh Johnson, struggled against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Garoppolo and Purdy had performed admirably for Trey Lance, who was hurt in Week 2.
49ers can consider Aaron Rodgers. The 49ers have recently shown interest in Rodgers. The Jets and Packers cannot agree on compensation for the 39-year-old quarterback.
The 49ers have a great defense and playmakers. Rodgers may have changed their NFC title game against the Eagles.
Marino thought Rodgers' relationship with California made the 49ers an intriguing choice for next season:
“Would Rodgers prefer the Jets or 49ers? He played collegiate ball at Cal and prefers the west coast, so that looks appealing to him.”
Rodgers' best options are the Jets and Packers. The 49ers are a conference opponent, and the Jets have prepared Rodgers with 49 players and coaches he knows.
If the 49ers offered more than the Jets, the Packers might consider it. The team is ready for Jordan Love.