Overview
- Brown intercepted Bryce Young twice, including an end-zone pick on first-and-goal from the 1 that protected a 7-0 lead.
- His second interception halted a Panthers drive with 6:33 remaining to secure San Francisco’s 20-9 victory.
- Through 12 games, Brown has 48 tackles, two interceptions, and five passes defensed after beginning the season in a limited big-nickel role.
- Kyle Shanahan praised the performance as Brown’s best game with the 49ers, citing the two takeaways and strong tackling.
- Brock Purdy rebounded from three first-half interceptions to go 9-for-9 after halftime, while rookie Upton Stout graded as San Francisco’s second-best defender against Carolina, per PFF.