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Purdy's Hot Start Fueled by Elite Protection

Brock Purdy is putting up MVP-caliber numbers through the early season, with elite protection from his offensive line allowing him to operate in essentially a 7-on-7 environment.

Purdy's remarkable statistical production is highlighted by an impressive fact: he's the only starting quarterback who hasn't been sacked this season. According to Next Gen Stats, he's been pressured on just 22% of his dropbacks, facing only nine quick pressures (tied for fewest in NFL). His average time-to-throw of 2.91 seconds ranks in the top five, and his hurry probability three seconds into a dropback is just 15.8%, well below the league average of 33.2%. While the offensive line deserves significant credit, Purdy has also handled the minimal pressure he's faced effectively, completing four passes when facing quick pressure. milkshake.it.com