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49ers Bring Back QB Brock Purdy Beat Out in 2022 Amid QB3 Uncertainty

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — August 2025 — With the preseason spotlight drifting to the back end of the depth chart, the San Francisco 49ers are moving to reunite with quarterback Nate Sudfeld, the veteran passer Brock Purdy edged out for the QB3 job in 2022. The decision arrives as the club continues to sort through instability at QB3 behind entrenched starter Purdy and veteran backup Mac Jones. Coaches value Sudfeld’s command of West Coast principles, huddle leadership, and scout-team utility—traits that can steady a volatile competition on a compressed August timeline.

Sudfeld’s perspective:
Getting beat out by Brock in ’22 wasn’t easy to swallow. But seeing what he’s done since, there’s nothing to second-guess. This time, I’m back—wearing the red and gold—to compete and keep pushing. And just so Brock knows: I’m working every day to pay off an old debt.

After his remarks, Sudfeld went straight from the podium to the meeting room, re-acquainting himself with the language and tempo of Kyle Shanahan’s offense. Team officials stressed there are no promises attached to the reunion—he’s here to compete, raise the floor of the room, and operate cleanly when called. Inside the locker room, Purdy kept it professional, welcoming the added competition and framing it as another chance for the group to sharpen each other.

For Sudfeld, this isn’t about rewriting 2022; it’s about earning 2025. If the veteran steadies the day-to-day and keeps the operation on schedule, he’ll give himself a real shot at the QB3 seat—or a protected practice-squad role as the season opens. Either way, the standard remains the same in San Francisco: show up, stack good days, and honor the red and gold.

Ravens Fan-Favourite CB Faces Family Tragedy After Week 5 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
Baltimore, MD – October 8, 2025Baltimore Ravens second-year cornerback Nate Wiggins is mourning a profound personal loss following the team’s Week 5 matchup, as his cousin, Justin “Spidey” Fuller — a respected military-trained skydiving instructor — died in a tragic tandem jump accident outside Nashville. Fuller, 35, was fatally injured after becoming separated from his harness mid-air during a jump organized by Go Skydive Nashville. His student survived after landing in a tree with the parachute deployed and was later rescued by firefighters. Police confirmed Fuller’s body was recovered in a wooded area off Ashland City Highway. The Nashville Fire Department called it “one of the most complex high-angle rescues in recent years,” commending personnel for their efforts. Known by the nickname “Spidey,” Fuller died after a tandem skydive went wrong on October 4, 2025, near Nashville, Tennessee. (Facebook/Justin Fuller Spidey) Beloved in the skydiving community, Spidey had completed more than 5,000 jumps and helped train U.S. service members in advanced aerial maneuvers. Friends described him as “fearless, focused and devoted to lifting others higher — in life and in the air.” Wiggins — whose mother is the younger sister of Fuller’s mother, grew up admiring his cousin’s discipline and sense of purpose. Family members say that influence helped shape his mental toughness and leadership on the field. A relative told local media, “Justin taught Nate that strength isn’t about being unbreakable — it’s about standing firm when life hits hardest. That’s exactly how Nate lives and plays today.” Wiggins, a former first-round pick from Clemson, has steadily earned the Ravens’ trust as a rotational cornerback in nickel/dime packages, praised for his speed, press technique, and ability to carry deep routes. Coaches describe him as “wise beyond his years,” calm under pressure, and disciplined at the catch point. Through the first five games of 2025, he has 12 solo tackles, 4 passes defensed, and 1 interception, reinforcing his value on the perimeter.  The Ravens organization has provided time and private support for Wiggins and his family, ensuring he can grieve without team-related obligations. Teammates have stood beside him, honoring both his resilience and his family’s tradition of service. The FAA is investigating the incident, while tributes to “Spidey” continue to pour in on social media from military colleagues, fellow skydivers, and fans across the country.“He taught others to fly — now he flies higher than all of us,” one tribute read. Wiggins kept his public comments brief, speaking softly before being embraced by teammates:“Spidey always told me not to fear the height — only the moment you forget to look down and pull someone else up with you. This week, I’m playing for him.”