John Lynch told reporters at the NFL's annual league meeting that it wouldn't be too optimistic to think the club could hammer out a deal with Purdy before t

As good as TJ Watt has been, he’s aging and while he still has some value, the Steelers shouldn’t shy away from dangling him as a trade piece for Purdy, in a hypothetical situation. Watt is 30 years old and could be the ideal piece for the 49ers to use.

That would be a major departure from San Francisco's recent history with key players who are in the final year of a rookie contract like Purdy is. Contract drama has become a way of life for the 49ers.