Filling in for Zack Bronson for the second consecutive game, Ronnie Heard recorded his first three interceptions of his career. That’s right, three interceptions in one game. Something that hadn’t been done in 49ers land since Rod Woodson did it against the Saints in 1997.

Heard was in the right play at the right time on his first interception, after Jason Webster defended a pass. His second interception came in the end-zone with Heard in great position. His final interception of the game, again came with the Cardinals in scoring position. Somehow Heard got between the quarterback and the receiver on the play. Bobbling the ball, Heard went to the ground, never letting the ball touch the grass. After gaining control, and not being tagged by a Cardinal player, Heard got up and moved the ball forward.

A little luck goes a long way, as Heard was responsible for stopping a probable six, and possible 14 Cardinal points from being put on the board. If not for the interceptions, this game would have been much closer, and the Cardinals may have even be able to pull out a huge comeback.