Cardinals defense has its day in season-saving win by the Bay

SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Arizona Cardinals linebacker Kyzir White knew the 49ers were going to throw the ball. San Francisco had 1:16 remaining to erase a 24-23 deficit and its kicker was out of the game with an injury. A chip-shot field goal or a touchdown were the only options.
As QB Brock Purdy backed to pass at the San Francisco 42-yard line, safety Jalen Thompson came on a delayed blitz and hit the Valley product as he tried to find receiver George Kittle. The ball sailed high into the air and White saw an opportunity.
"When I saw the ball floating, my eyes got real wide," White said, smiling. "I went to go dive for it and it played out in my favor. That's been something I've been trying t...