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NFL·RECAP·August 21, 2026 01:37 AM ET

Brock Purdy and Trey Lance reunite after preseason game

The quarterbacks shared a roster from 2022-23.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 211 min read
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What happened: Purdy and Lance met on the field after Friday's preseason matchup. Their postgame exchange brought the former teammates together again.

Why it matters: The quarterbacks once competed for the same starting job before their careers diverged. Purdy emerged as a starter, while Lance moved on in August 2023.

By the numbers: Purdy completed 4 of 6 passes for 29 yards and added 3 yards on one carry.

What to watch: Both quarterbacks now turn toward the final stage of the preseason.

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