The article explores the concept of underrated NFL players, defining them as those better than conventional wisdom suggests. Aaron Schatz identifies players from different positions who fit this mold, starting with quarterback Brock Purdy, who faced skepticism for his MVP candidacy due to his team's talent. However, his performance in 2024, amidst significant injuries to teammates, demonstrated his skill, as reflected in metrics like QBR and adjusted quarterback efficiency, illustrating how he transcended the support he received from the 49ers' offensive scheme.
"Many claimed Purdy wasn't a legit MVP candidate in 2023 because he received too much help from San Francisco's offensive scheme and his talented teammates. Yet in 2024, while many of Purdy's teammates were injured, he still played very well."
"Overall, Purdy performs well in metrics that try to separate a quarterback from his receivers and his blocking. For example, Purdy was seventh in the NFL with a 67.9 QBR for the 2024 season."
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