The San Francisco 49ers aiming for shorter-term, lesser guaranteed contract with Brock Purdy wreaks of trying to have their cake and eat it too

As Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers have both indicated they want to get a contract extension done quickly this offseason, the eventual deal that

As the offseason unfolds, all eyes will be Brock Purdy's contract negotiations and the future of the San Francisco 49ers.

ESPN's Dan Graziano recently projected contract figures for 10 upcoming free agents and extension-eligible players. Among the latter is San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy, who is expected to become the highest-paid player in franchise history.

For the San Francisco 49ers, Brock Purdy has established himself as a top-10 quarterback in the NFL. Still, as he becomes eligible for a contract extension, the team faces a critical decision regarding his value.