While many have predicted that San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is next in line for a big-money contract extension, the team actually has the ability to hold off on his new deal for a few years.

Fans of the San Francisco 49ers are wondering if the salary purge this offseason is to make room for Brock Purdy's extension, or if owner Jed York is being a cheapskate.

After three seasons of relatively easy payroll management thanks to the massive advantage having a quarterback on a rookie contract provides, Brock Purdy is due for an extension. It means cuts have been forced to be made across the franchise.