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The Arizona Cardinals suffered their fourth straight loss, falling 31-27 to the Indianapolis Colts in Week 6. Despite missing quarterback Kyler Murray, Jacoby Brissett led a strong offensive effort, but defensive struggles in the fourth quarter and penalties hindered their chances. The game highlighted offensive progress yet exposed issues in defense and rushing attack. Coach Gannon confirmed Murray remains the starter as the team aims to address its inconsistencies to improve their playoff prospects.
Arizona – The Arizona Cardinals fell to the Indianapolis Colts 31-27 in their Week 6 matchup, marking their fourth consecutive loss of the season. With this defeat, the Cardinals’ record has now dipped to 2-4, highlighting a troubling trend as all four losses this season have been by a combined total of just nine points.
Despite the loss, the Cardinals showed both progress and challenges during the game. With starting quarterback Kyler Murray sidelined due to a foot injury, Jacoby Brissett took over as the team’s leader on the field. Brissett delivered a commendable performance, completing 27 of 44 passes for 320 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception. He effectively utilized intermediate throws even while facing considerable pressure from the Colts’ defense.
The Cardinals did manage to score their highest points of the season, reflecting a positive offensive effort but were still hampered by injuries. Notably, Marvin Harrison Jr. exited the contest in the second quarter due to a concussion, leaving Brissett to rely on other targets. Receiver Zay Jones stepped up, leading the Cardinals with 79 receiving yards, while Michael Wilson contributed significantly as well.
However, as the game progressed, the Cardinals’ defensive struggles became evident, particularly in the fourth quarter where they allowed consecutive touchdown drives, which led to their downfall. Though the defense had been effective earlier in games this season, ranked first in points allowed in the first three quarters, they dropped to 27th in fourth-quarter performance. Additionally, the Cardinals struggled to contain Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, who rushed for 123 yards and a touchdown throughout the game.
The game culminated in a controversial final offensive play, where the Cardinals failed to convert a fourth-and-7 in the end zone, resulting in a turnover on downs. Tight end Trey McBride expressed frustration over what he believed to be a missed pass interference call during this critical moment.
Following the match, Coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed that Kyler Murray will remain the starting quarterback despite the close loss. He emphasized the need for the team to eliminate negative plays and sloppiness that have plagued them this season. The Cardinals’ rushing attack has significantly struggled, managing only 69 yards on 21 carries during the game, compounded by penalties for false starts and illegal formations which hindered their offensive rhythm.
After beginning the season with a promising 2-0 record, the Cardinals’ recent struggles have raised concerns about their playoff aspirations. The ongoing offensive and defensive inconsistencies need to be addressed as they work toward salvaging their season.
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Additional Resources
- SI.com: Good, Bad, Ugly from Cardinals Loss to Colts
- Wikipedia: Arizona Cardinals
- AZCardinals.com: Postgame Report Week 6
- Google Search: Arizona Cardinals Colts Week 6
- AZCentral: Analysis and Takeaways from Colts Game
- Google Scholar: Arizona Cardinals
- IndyStar: Game Day Coverage of Colts vs. Cardinals
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Arizona Cardinals
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