While many have predicted that San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is next in line for a big-money contract extension, the team actually has the ability to hold off on his new deal for a few years.

San Francisco 49ers owner Jed York is steering clear of the contract negotiations between the team and quarterback Brock Purdy. The goal is to secure a long-term extension that would make Purdy one of the NFL's highest-paid players. The challenge lies in determining fair...

After three seasons of relatively easy payroll management thanks to the massive advantage having a quarterback on a rookie contract provides, Brock Purdy is due for an extension. It means cuts have been forced to be made across the franchise.