Brock Purdy Claims Toe Injury Didn’t Cause Three Interceptions

Brock Purdy, the quarterback for the 49ers, began Monday night’s game on a strong note. He capped a lengthy 15-play drive with a touchdown pass to wide receiver Jauan Jennings. However, his performance declined sharply in the first half.

Purdy’s First Half Struggles

Following his initial success, Purdy struggled. He threw interceptions on the next three possessions, resulting in critical turnovers. Two of these interceptions placed the Panthers in favorable field position.

Defense Steps Up

Despite the turnovers, the 49ers defense excelled. They limited the Panthers to just three points off these mistakes, ultimately securing a 20-9 victory.

Post-Game Reflections

After the game, Purdy addressed his decision-making during the interceptions. He expressed confidence in his choices but acknowledged a need to improve his throws. “I needed to just drive the ball a little bit more,” he stated.

Toe Injury Clarification

When questioned about whether his previous toe injury, which sidelined him for eight games, affected his performance, Purdy responded firmly. “No, toe is fine,” he said. He emphasized that his performance issues were unrelated to the injury, focusing instead on his ability to read plays.

Coach’s Analysis

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan noted that Purdy was “a hair late” on his throws that resulted in interceptions. This aspect will need to be addressed as the team prepares for upcoming challenges.

Upcoming Challenges

The 49ers are gearing up for a significant matchup against the Cleveland Browns. The Browns’ defense recently displayed dominance, achieving ten sacks in their last game. The 49ers will need to refine their timing to avoid further mistakes.