Brock Purdy Throws Three Interceptions on Day 1 of 49ers Minicamp

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy had a rocky start to the team’s mandatory minicamp this week, throwing three interceptions on the first day of practice. The performance has sparked concern among fans and analysts alike, especially given the high expectations surrounding Purdy heading into the 2025 NFL season.

After a breakout 2023 campaign and a strong finish last year, Purdy entered camp as the unquestioned starter and leader of Kyle Shanahan’s offense. However, the first day of minicamp was anything but smooth. According to multiple reports from local beat writers and team insiders, Purdy struggled with timing, decision-making, and ball placement throughout the session.

Two of the interceptions came during 11-on-11 drills, with cornerback Charvarius Ward and safety Ji’Ayir Brown capitalizing on misreads by the young quarterback. A third pick occurred during a red zone period, where linebacker Fred Warner jumped a short route intended for Christian McCaffrey and returned it for a would-be touchdown.

Shanahan addressed the media following practice, downplaying the rough outing but acknowledging there’s work to be done. “It’s Day 1. We’re installing a lot, and these guys are flying around,” Shanahan said. “I’d rather Brock get aggressive now and learn from it than play it safe. That’s part of growth.”

Purdy himself admitted to being “a little off” but maintained confidence in the bigger picture. “It wasn’t the way I wanted to start, but that’s what minicamp is for,” he said. “I’ve got to clean things up, for sure. But I’d rather throw those now than in September.”

Despite the off day, Purdy’s standing as the starting quarterback doesn’t appear to be in jeopardy. However, with talented backup Sam Darnold looking sharp in limited reps, the pressure to stay consistent is very real.

The 49ers are considered one of the top contenders in the NFC, and with an elite defense and offensive weapons like Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, and McCaffrey, much of their success hinges on Purdy’s command of the offense.

One rough practice doesn’t define a season — but in a city still haunted by recent playoff shortcomings, the spotlight on Purdy just got a little brighter.