49ers’ Brock Purdy Details Frugal Lifestyle Habits Driven by Rookie Contract Salary
As the starting quarterback for the undefeated 49ers, Brock Purdy has all but distanced himself from the title of “Mr. Irrelevant.” But, as a former seventh-round pick, the second-year QB’s lifestyle has yet to catch up to his newfound fame.
Purdy, following a breakout rookie year, entered the 2023 season playing on a rookie-scale $870,000 salary, placing the ex-Iowa State standout in less-than-ideal financial situation living in San Francisco—the third-most expensive city in the United States.
In fact, Purdy’s finances are so tight that the 23-year-old shared a couple ways he’s tried to save money during a recent interview with NBC’s Today Show when asked what the reality is for him at home.
“So, I still have a roommate, one of my offensive lineman here,” Purdy admitted without sharing a name. “So, he and I are still splitting rent. I still drive my Toyota Sequoia and, other than that, it’s pretty simple.”
While Purdy’s predicament may seem like a plight to some in the NFL, the Niners signal-caller appears to be taking his living situation in stride. Of course, given how he’s played to this point, Purdy could also already be taking some solace in knowing that a big pay day could soon be on its way.
Until then, however, Purdy, in spite of his “simple” life, will continue to be the high-profile, underpaid leader of a 49ers team looking to go 5–0 with a Week 5 win over the Cowboys (3–1) on Sunday Night Football.