San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy made NFL history on Monday Night Football, setting an all-time passing record in a 23-17 victory over the Washington Commanders.
OFFICIAL: Brock Purdy just became the highest-rated passer in NFL history. He also now holds official #1 ranks across numerous QB stats. Purdy has been on a Hall of Fame trajectory since Day 1. Purdy’s first start against Tom Brady’s Tampa Bay Bucs was about 1,500 throws ago
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As of Monday night, Purdy holds the highest career passer rating among NFL quarterbacks with at least 1,500 pass attempts, recording an impressive mark of 105.6. The achievement further cements his status as one of the league’s most productive quarterbacks since entering the NFL in 2022.
Purdy completed 21 of his 29 pass attempts against Washington, continuing his impressive run as the 49ers maintained their unbeaten start to the 2026 season.
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Purdy surpasses Jackson for NFL passing record
Purdy’s career numbers now stand at 1,038 completions on 1,524 attempts, totaling 13,145 passing yards and 98 touchdown passes. His career passer rating of 105.6 puts him ahead of several established NFL stars.
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson previously held the record with a career passer rating of 102.7. Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers follows at 101.8, while Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow sits at 101.3. Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes rounds out the top five with a rating of 100.8.
Purdy’s remarkable efficiency is particularly notable given his unconventional path into the league. The 49ers selected him with the final pick of the 2022 NFL Draft, 262nd overall, earning him the nickname “Mr. Irrelevant.”
However, Purdy has quickly proven that his draft position was no indication of his potential. He helped lead San Francisco to the Super Bowl following the 2023 season, although the team ultimately fell to the Chiefs in overtime.
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49ers maintain perfect start to 2026 season
Purdy’s record-breaking performance comes as San Francisco continues to establish itself as a force in the NFL. The victory over Washington improved the 49ers’ record to a perfect 6-0, keeping them unbeaten through the opening weeks of the 2026 campaign.
With Purdy delivering consistent performances and making history along the way, San Francisco will look to carry its momentum into the coming weeks.
The 49ers are scheduled to face the Atlanta Falcons, who enter Week 7 with a 2-4 record, on Sunday. Following that matchup, San Francisco will have a bye in Week 8, providing the team with an opportunity to rest and prepare for the remainder of the season.
For Purdy, the latest milestone represents another significant achievement in a career that continues to exceed expectations. Once an overlooked seventh-round selection, he now stands atop the NFL’s career passer-rating leaderboard.
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