49ers coach Kyle Shanahan explains viral sideline exchange with Brock Purdy, who yelled at him during game
Brock Purdy's sideline shout at Kyle Shanahan went viral, but the San Francisco 49ers coach says a helmet communication cutoff was the real issue.
TL;DR
- A viral video showed 49ers QB Brock Purdy shouting at coach Kyle Shanahan on the sideline during a Week 6 game.
- Shanahan explained the incident was caused by a communication cutoff in Purdy's helmet, preventing him from hearing the play call in time.
- Purdy's shout was an indication that he needed the play call repeated, not a dispute over Shanahan's play-calling speed.
- Shanahan confirmed the strong relationship and chemistry between him and Purdy, praising the quarterback's performance.
- Purdy has been a top-tier quarterback this season, leading the league in passer rating (118.1) with 1,460 yards, 14 touchdowns, and two interceptions.