Leonard Floyd sacked Murray to start the second half, and the Cardinals punted quickly. But it wouldn’t be long before their offense returned to the field.

After the Purdy to Aiyuk combination converted a 3rd and 12, Purdy’s pass was tipped straight into the air, resulting in an interception. But the defense held firm and gave up virtually nothing, limiting Arizona to a field goal to make the score 23-13.

Purdy had one of his magic moments in the pocket, eluding multiple rushers and scrambling for a first down. Mason had already run twenty yards on this drive. But on 2nd and 14, Purdy couldn’t perform another miracle and was sacked. After an incomplete pass, it was 4th and 23, and the Niners had to go for it.

A promising ride ended with no points and the score remained a 10-point game. The Niners had dominated time of possession by more than ten minutes thus far.

The 49ers had a chance to force a long third down, but Ji’Ayir Brown missed Conner in the open field.