**’From Gridiron to Gold Band’: Purdy’s Message to Hodges Sparks Football-Country Crossover Frenzy!**

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy has reportedly sent a congratulatory message to former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Devlin “Duck” Hodges following Hodges’ engagement to country music star Lainey Wilson.

Hodges and Wilson, who have been dating for four years, announced their engagement.

Here’s why this news is generating so much buzz:

* **The Unlikely Connection:** Purdy, a rising star in the NFL, congratulating Hodges, who is now retired, has come as a surprise to many[1].
* **Hodges’ Career:** Hodges played college football at Samford University, where he was a four-time Southern Conference Player of the Year[4]. He signed with the Steelers in 2019 but his NFL career was short-lived[6].
* **Wilson’s Rising Stardom:** Wilson, is engaged to former NFL quarterback Devlin “Duck” Hodges[2][3].
* **Purdy’s Marriage:** Purdy recently married Jenna Brandt on March 9, 2024[1]. The wedding took place shortly after Purdy appeared in Super Bowl LVIII[1].

While the contents of Purdy’s message to Hodges remain private, it’s safe to assume it was filled with well wishes and congratulations on Hodges’ and Wilson’s engagement[1].