Purdy finished the year with a 7-2 record, throwing for 2,167 yards and 20 touchdowns despite missing eight games. PFF praised his performance when healthy, noting his 82.6 passing grade ranked sixth among QBs and his 75.7 rushing grade was eighth.
The ranking places Purdy ahead of Justin Herbert (No. 99) and Super Bowl champion Sam Darnold (No. 93). PFF highlighted his effectiveness in getting the ball out quickly, earning a 118.6 passer rating on those plays.