**Purdy’s Plea to Toney: “Time for Change!” 49ers QB’s Sober Message After Arrest Shocks**

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has reportedly sent a message to Kadarius Toney following the former Kansas City Chiefs receiver’s arrest for allegedly assaulting a woman, urging him to use this as an opportunity for significant personal change.

Toney, most recently with the Cleveland Browns before his release in December 2024[1][7], was arrested in Georgia on charges of aggravated assault and obstructing or hindering an emergency call[1]. The arrest warrant alleges that he put his hand around a woman’s throat “with enough force to cause her to be unable to breath(e)”, leaving visible injuries[1]. He was released on $50,000 bail[1].

Here’s why Purdy’s reported message is generating discussion:

* **Purdy’s Position:** Purdy is the starting QB for the San Francisco 49ers[3].
* **The Severity of the Allegations:** Toney’s charges are serious, with allegations of physical violence[1].
* **Toney’s Troubled History:** Toney, a former first-round pick, has struggled to live up to expectations and has had previous controversies[2]. His most memorable play of the 2023 season was an offside penalty that negated a go-ahead TD[1].
* **Purdy’s Background**: Purdy threw for 4,280 yards last season – a franchise record[3].

Toney’s past issues include being ruled inactive for the Super Bowl and then going on an expletive-filled rant[2].

While the exact content of Purdy’s message remains undisclosed, it is believed he emphasized Toney using this incident as a turning point. Whether Toney will heed Purdy’s message remains to be seen[1].