Barrows: Purdy & McCaffrey are both playing like MVP candidates

Dec 18, 2023, 9:22 AM

SANTA CLARA, CA - SEPTEMBER 21: Brock Purdy #13 of the San Francisco 49ers celebrates with Christia...

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Editor & Kings Beat Writer

If it feels like it’s been a while since the San Francisco 49ers have lost a game, that’s because it has.

The Athletic’s Matt Barrows joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross on Monday morning to recap San Francisco’s sixth-straight win, with the latest being a 45-29 triumph over the Arizona Cardinals, look ahead to the Christmas Day showdown against the Baltimore Ravens, and much more.

Plus, who has the upper hand in the NFL MVP race: Brock Purdy or Christian McCaffrey?

49ers Topics Discussed Include

Thoughts on the 49ers’ impressive offensive performance against Arizona
“I think the 49ers understood going in that this would not be one of their dominant defensive performances… It kind of went to script with what they were expecting.”
What are the latest updates on San Francisco’s injured players like Javon Hargrave, Arik Armstead, and Deommodore Lenoir?
Are there any concerns about Nick Bosa’s ankle?
Barrows says that Bosa shouldn’t be listed on Monday’s injury report
Does Christian McCaffrey have a realistic shot at winning the MVP award over Brock Purdy or Dak Prescott?
“He doesn’t have a long track record with those voters… If you’re going to go away from a quarterback for MVP, he could be it.”
What must Purdy do to get the upper hand in the MVP race?
Barrows says Purdy could solidify his MVP standing with a strong showing on Christmas Day.
Looking ahead to the Christmas matchup against the surging Baltimore Ravens
If the Ravens beat the 49ers, could Lamar Jackson play spoiler and enter the MVP race?
“If you’re a stats guy, it’s really hard not to pick Purdy.”