Jenna Brandt has always seen Brock Purdy as anything but "Mr. Irrelevant."
Despite being tagged with the less-than-flattering nickname when he was chosen as the final pick of the 2022 NFL draft by the San Francisco 49ers, Purdy proved his worth as he took on the role of starting quarterback for the team after both Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo were sidelined with injuries during the season.
In December 2022, Purdy achieved the milestone of becoming the first quarterback to defeat Tom Brady in his debut start, leading the 49ers to a 35-7 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Meanwhile, Brandt was in attendance at Levi’s Stadium for the game.
"Cheering you on, BP," she wrote as the caption for a series of affectionate snapshots on Instagram at the time. In the comments, the athlete replied, "Love you J️."
Purdy and Brandt apparently crossed paths at Iowa State University, where they were both freshmen in 2018. Purdy, originally from Arizona, and Brandt, a native of Iowa, played volleyball for the Cyclones. In December 2020, Brandt announced her transfer to the University of Northern Iowa to complete her collegiate career and undergraduate education. Meanwhile, Purdy completed four seasons at Iowa State and officially declared his intention to enter the NFL draft in January 2022.
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That November, Brandt confirmed their romance via Instagram. “My roots and my boy,” she wrote alongside pics of the twosome in Iowa.
Scroll through for more on Purdy and Brandt’s relationship timeline:
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San Francisco 49ers Quarterback Brock Purdy and Jenna Brandt’s Relationship Timeline
The nickname of "Mr. Irrelevant" has never applied to Jenna Brandt when it comes to Brock Purdy. Despite being given this label after being chosen as the final pick in the 2022 NFL draft by the San Francisco 49ers, less than a year later, Purdy became the starting quarterback for the team due to injuries to Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo.
Purdy made history in December 2022 by becoming the first quarterback to defeat Tom Brady in his inaugural career start, with the 49ers achieving a 35-7 victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Meanwhile, Brandt was present in the stands at Levi’s Stadium to witness the game.
"Cheering you on, BP," she shared alongside a collection of affectionate photos on Instagram. The athlete replied in the comments section, saying: "Love you J️."
Purdy and Brandt apparently crossed paths at Iowa State University as freshmen in 2018. Despite hailing from Arizona, Purdy attended the same college where Brandt, an Iowa native, also attended and played volleyball for the Cyclones. In December 2020, Brandt announced that she would be completing her collegiate career and undergraduate education at the University of Northern Iowa. Meanwhile, Purdy concluded his four seasons at Iowa State, announcing his decision to enter the NFL draft in January 2022.
Later that November, Brandt confirmed their relationship on Instagram, posting pictures of the couple in Iowa with the caption "My roots and my boy."
Scroll through for more on Purdy and Brandt’s relationship timeline:
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July 2022
Brandt attended a concert with Purdy and his family.
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November 2022
The pair went Instagram official. “My girl!” he commented on her pic.
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December 2022
Cameras caught Purdy and Brandt kissing after the 49ers win against the Bucs.
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January 2023
She sat with his family as Purdy led the 49ers to victory over the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL playoffs.
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July 2023
Purdy and Brandt announced their engagement just before the start of the 2023 football season. "My Jenna girl forever. I can’t wait to be your husband and grow together in Christ," he wrote on Instagram. "Here’s to forever babe. I love you JB!"
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October 2023
Brandt felt nostalgic as she and Purdy returned to their old stomping grounds at Iowa State University. She captioned a series of Instagram photos with, "Back where it all began️."