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The Arizona Cardinals bounced back from a tough loss to secure a 24-23 victory against the San Francisco 49ers in a heated matchup. Quarterback Kyler Murray led the charge with a 50-yard touchdown run and a crucial fourth-down conversion to Marvin Harrison Jr. The Cardinals' defense also played a pivotal role, forcing turnovers and limiting the 49ers' scoring opportunities. This win improved the Cardinals' record to 2-3, with a perfect 2-0 in the division, showcasing their resilience after a disappointing previous week.
- The Cardinals showed resilience after a previous blowout loss.
- Kyler Murray's performance was key, both in passing and rushing.
- The defense stepped up significantly, forcing turnovers and limiting scoring.
Kyler Murray | QB
Breakout
Week 5
0000
5 carries
63 rush yards
1 rush TDs
220 pass yards
1 pass TDs
01 interceptions
- Murray had a standout performance with a 50-yard touchdown run and a crucial fourth-down conversion.
- He expressed frustration with missed opportunities but showed confidence in his team's ability to bounce back.
James Conner | RB
Pickup
Week 5
15 carries
86 rush yards
0- Conner struggled early in the game but finished strong with a total of 86 rushing yards.
- His performance was crucial in the second half, helping to sustain drives.
Marvin Harrison | WR
Breakout
Week 5
2 receptions
6 targets
36 rec yards
0- Harrison had a slow start but made a crucial fourth-down catch that helped secure the win.
- Murray expressed confidence in Harrison's abilities, indicating a growing trust between the two.
Chad Ryland | K
Pickup
Week 5
1 FGs
0- Ryland was signed just days before the game and delivered the game-winning field goal.
- His performance was a significant boost for the team in a critical moment.
Arizona Cardinals
- The Cardinals demonstrated resilience and improved their division record to 2-0.
- The defense was instrumental in limiting the 49ers' scoring opportunities.
San Francisco 49ers
- The 49ers struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities despite moving the ball well.
- Their defense had moments of brilliance but ultimately could not secure the win.