The San Francisco 49ers have recently inked a one-year contract with Josh Dobbs, the former quarterback of the Minnesota Vikings. He will serve as the backup alongside Brandon Allen to Pro Bowl quarterback Brock Purdy.
Dobbs entered the NFL in 2017 as the 135th pick in the fourth round, selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers. After stints with the Steelers from 2017 to 2019, he briefly joined the Jacksonville Jaguars before returning to the Steelers in 2020. Dobbs has also been affiliated with various other teams including the Cleveland Browns, Detroit Lions, Tennessee Titans, Arizona Cardinals, and the Minnesota Vikings. Consequently, finding a team with stable coaching and front office support was crucial for him.
Expressing his determination to join a team with competition and a rich history, Dobbs, as reported by Pro Football Talk via 49ersWebzone.com, highlighted his excitement about the prospect of learning from exceptional coaches, bonding with teammates, and contributing to the team’s success. Despite recognizing Purdy’s impressive performance, Dobbs is eager to offer his insights and fill any role necessary for the upcoming season.
Reflecting on his recent season, Dobbs achieved a completion rate of 62.8 percent, passing for 2,464 yards, with thirteen touchdowns and ten interceptions. He appeared in thirteen games, starting twelve of them between the Minnesota Vikings and Arizona Cardinals.
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