Pioli and Staley have watched top-10 draft picks fail and undrafted players enjoy 10-year careers.
“You have high expectations for the players in the draft, but they're also human beings,” Pioli said. “Many factors go into their development.
“Most of the things we liked about Tommy [Brady] It was his development skills and make-up. People call them intangibles: intelligence, work ethic, focus.
“We thought he would develop over time in our program, but the timing, circumstances, circumstances and opportunities were right for Tommy, and Brock Purdy is right now. It was very correct.”
The draft could be a lottery, but Staley said whoever picks this weekend will have “routine and consistency” like former teammate George Kittle, now one of the best tight ends in the NFL. Priority should be given to players who understand how to maintain their gender, he said.
“When he was a rookie, he wasn't the George Kittle that everyone knows today, but he really loved the game,” added Staley, whose 13-year career ended in 2020. Ta.
“He surrounded himself with veteran players and was always asking about our preparation, how we saw the game and what he could do every day to improve himself.
“Players like Brock have the same characteristics, so when you're in the locker room, it's not surprising to see players like him succeed when given the chance. Because I have been preparing for it.”