Brock Purdy's late interception marked a disappointing end for the San Francisco 49ers in their narrow 24-23 defeat to the Arizona Cardinals. Analyst Donte Whitner defended Jordan Mason, stating that the running back shouldn't be blamed for the protection breakdown that led to the interception.

Whitner explained that the Cardinals executed a well-disguised blitz, overwhelming the 49ers' offensive line. He emphasized that Mason was following the correct blocking assignment, and the responsibility ultimately fell on Purdy and head coach Kyle Shanahan to recognize and react to the defensive pressure.