Brock Purdy Carves Up Colts, Makes 49ers History on Monday Night Football
The San Francisco 49ers didn’t just win on Monday night-they made a statement. In a 48-27 rout of the Indianapolis Colts, Brock Purdy delivered the kind of performance that doesn’t just win games-it rewrites franchise history.
With the playoff picture tightening and the NFC’s top seed still up for grabs, this was a game the Niners needed. And Purdy answered the call with a performance that put him in rare air, surpassing two of the most iconic names in 49ers lore: Joe Montana and Steve Young.
Let that sink in for a second.
Purdy Joins-and Passes-Legends
Purdy became the first quarterback in 49ers history to throw five touchdown passes in a Monday Night Football game. That’s not just a franchise record-it’s a milestone that eluded both Montana and Young, despite their many MNF appearances during the height of their Hall of Fame careers.
That’s the kind of historical context that makes this performance more than just another big night. This was a benchmark moment for a young quarterback who continues to prove he’s more than just a feel-good story.
Breaking Down the Numbers
Purdy’s stat line was as efficient as it was explosive:
- 23-for-34 passing
- 295 yards
- 5 touchdowns
- 1 interception
- 1 sack (no yardage lost)
- 11 rushing yards on 2 carries
It was the kind of command performance that defines a quarterback’s season-and maybe even his trajectory. He spread the ball around, attacked all levels of the field, and made smart decisions under pressure.
The lone interception didn’t rattle him. Instead, he bounced back and kept the offense humming.
A Team Hitting Its Stride
With this win, the 49ers improve to 11-4 and remain firmly in control of their path to the NFC’s No. 1 seed. That’s no small thing with just two weeks left in the regular season and a tightly packed conference race.
But beyond the standings, this game showed something deeper: a team peaking at the right time. The offense was in rhythm, the play-calling was aggressive yet calculated, and Purdy looked every bit the leader of a team with Super Bowl aspirations.
What This Means Moving Forward
There’s something poetic about a young quarterback making history on the same stage where legends once shined. Monday Night Football has always been a proving ground, and Purdy didn’t just pass the test-he aced it.
He’s now in a club that previously only included Montana and Young when it came to 5-touchdown games in a 49ers uniform. But he’s the only one to do it under the bright lights of MNF.
And with the way this offense is clicking, it’s fair to wonder if this is just the beginning.
The 49ers are surging. Purdy is thriving.
And the rest of the league? They’ve officially been put on notice.