Brock Purdy opened the 2026 NFL season with an outstanding performance, throwing three touchdown passes in the San Francisco 49ers’ 27-7 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in Melbourne, marking a historic moment for the league in Australia.
In a historic opening to the 2026 NFL season, Armenian-American quarterback Brock Purdy showcased his talent with three touchdown passes, leading the San Francisco 49ers to a decisive 27-7 victory over the Los Angeles Rams. This landmark event took place at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, marking the first regular-season NFL game ever hosted in Australia, attended by over 100,000 enthusiastic fans.
Purdy’s performance was characterized by precision and composure as he connected with Demarcus Robinson for a 39-yard touchdown in the first half. In the second half, he further extended the lead by finding both Mike Evans and Deebo Samuel for additional scores. This strong showing not only sets a positive tone for the 49ers’ season but also illustrates Purdy’s growing prowess as a leader on the field.
With this victory, the 49ers begin the season with a record of 1-0, setting high expectations for the games to come. As the team returns to the United States, fans are eager to see how Purdy and the 49ers will build on this impressive start.