49ers’ Brock Purdy expected to resume throwing in three months following ‘successful surgery’ on elbow

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is expected to start throwing again just in time for the 2023 season after undergoing a successful surgery on his right elbow to repair a torn UCL, the team announced Friday. 

The Niners provided an update on Purdy’s condition after the rookie quarterback suffered a devastating injury to his throwing arm during the Niners' first possession of their 31-7 loss in the NFC title game to the Philadelphia Eagles.

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Haason Reddick, right, forces a fumble by San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy during the first half of the NFC championship Jan. 29, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)

"San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy underwent successful surgery with renowned specialist Dr. Keith Meister this morning," the team's statement said. 

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"Dr. Meister conducted an internal brace repair to Purdy's right elbow. Purdy is anticipated to start a throwing progression program in three months."

The news comes several weeks after Purdy’s initial surgery was postponed due to swelling in his elbow. 

While Purdy can begin throwing in three months, the expectation is that the timeline for a full recovery will be around six months. 

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy passes against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of a wild-card playoff game in Santa Clara, Calif., Jan. 14, 2023. (AP Photo/Josie Lepe)

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Dr. David Altchek, attending orthopedic surgeon and co-chief emeritus of the Hospital