Purdy reported volunteer work, but Knyton released the first meetings before landing in his new big money agreement.
“Brock, which is here, strengthens it because everyone knows who Brock is and he is a very social person in the locker room,” Knyton said. “Being his, having to meet everyone, is just good for our team’s chemistry.”
After going through many negotiations, Kitter has been able to advise Purdy on how to sail around the lakes. The elder tight ended that he came to an analogy that former Niner Richard Sherman once went to him: Negotiations are like shoulder straps – which means they are often uncomfortable and long, but eventually can lead to a positive result.
“Just try to help him as best as I can without trying to overestimate,” Klle said. “Because he is an adult and he knows what he wants to do with his life, but if I can help with some guidance here and there I try my best.”