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NFL·ANALYSIS·September 29, 2026 10:38 PM ET

Purdy, Young deliver efficient starts through three games

Purdy leads league with 10 passing touchdowns

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated yesterday1 min read
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Brock Purdy is BALLING! and so Bryce Young. A look at both QBs through 3 games. https://t.co/3cLLOtKX13 Via @JamesPalmerTV on X

What happened: Brock Purdy has 789 passing yards on 72.3% completions with 10 total touchdowns against one interception through three games. Bryce Young has six big-time throws to one turnover-worthy play despite facing the league's highest pressure rate.

Why it matters: Their average times to throw sit within 0.02 seconds despite the pressure gap. Brock Purdy's 89.8 offensive grade backs the fast start as more than box-score noise.

By the numbers: Purdy: 789 passing yards, 72.3% completions, 10 total touchdowns, 1 interception, 89.8 offensive grade.

What to watch: Next is whether Young gets cleaner protection and whether Purdy holds the league touchdown lead past Week 3.

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