Whitner Questions 49ers’ Decision to Play Purdy Against Lions
Donte Whitner argues that the 49ers erred by playing Brock Purdy in a meaningless game against the Lions, risking his health.
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San Francisco: So, Donte Whitner is really fired up about the 49ers’ decision to play Brock Purdy against the Lions. He thinks it was a big mistake, especially since the team was already out of playoff contention.
Whitner pointed out that Purdy got hurt in a game that didn’t even matter. He said, “Why risk your franchise quarterback in a meaningless game?” It’s a fair question, right? Purdy had a great game, throwing for 377 yards and three touchdowns, but he also threw two picks. It was a mixed bag.
Whitner mentioned that the offensive line did a decent job protecting him, but football is unpredictable. One wrong move, and things can go south fast. Now, Purdy’s dealing with elbow issues, and that’s just not good news for the 49ers.
In the end, the 49ers fought hard but lost the game. Purdy’s performance was impressive, but now he’s out for the season finale against the Cardinals. With his contract situation looming, it’s a tough spot for him and the team.
Whitner’s not alone in thinking this was a bad call. Many fans are left wondering if playing Purdy was worth the risk. It’s definitely a topic for debate.