49ers Fall to Lions in High-Scoring Clash

In a high-scoring Monday night matchup, the San Francisco 49ers fell to the Detroit Lions 40-34, largely due to quarterback Brock Purdy's costly interceptions. Purdy started strong but faltered in the second half, throwing multiple interceptions that allowed the Lions to capitalize and take the lead. Rookie receiver Ricky Pearsall shone with eight catches for 141 yards and a touchdown, showcasing the potential of the 49ers' offense despite their struggles. The loss marked a disappointing end to the season for the 49ers, who have dropped five of their last six games and were eliminated from postseason contention. With injuries and a lack of consistency plaguing the team, questions loom over Purdy's future and the overall direction of the franchise. Head coach Kyle Shanahan faces tough decisions regarding player contracts and potential changes to the coaching staff as the 49ers look to regroup for the next season.