Brock Purdy
Purdy had a remarkable season after the Niners selected him with the final pick of the 2022 Draft. The so-called “Mr. Irrelevant” became one of the most important players in the league against the odds. Injuries to Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo gave Purdy an unexpected opportunity. He helped San Francisco make it to the NFC Championship Game.

The Niners fell short against the Eagles after Purdy became their third injured starting QB of the season. But he came back into the game after journeyman Josh Johnson suffered a concussion. Purdy’s torn UCL meant that he could barely throw the ball. But it was arguably the young man’s gutsiest performance (via Forbes).