The San Francisco 49ers entered the offseason with an understanding that there would need to be cap casualties across the

After striking a deal with tight end George Kittle, the San Francisco 49ers could be nearing an agreement with quarterback Brock Purdy on a long-term contract. On the latest episode of the Scoop City podcast (starts at 8:45 mark), The Athletic's Dianna Russini said Purdy and the 49ers are "closer" to a deal than is being reported elsewhere.

San Francisco 49ers fans are itching to hear progress on the extension front with Brock Purdy, but general manager John Lynch has since provided a status update on the team's late-round quarterback selection.