Cardinals pull off trade, add WR Marquise Brown from Ravens
If the Arizona Cardinals and quarterback Kyler Murray are still fighting these days, it's awfully hard to tell. The Cardinals pulled off a draft-day trade Thursday night to help their star quarterback, acquiring receiver Marquise Brown from the Baltimore Ravens in exchange for the No. 23 overall pick. Brown and Murray were college teammates at Oklahoma and will now be reunited in the desert.
news.yahoo.comCardinals sign Kingsbury, Keim to long-term extensions
TEMPE, Ariz. — (AP) — The Arizona Cardinals have signed coach Kliff Kingsbury and general manager Steve Keim to extensions that keep them under contract with the team through 2027. However, Allen has won playoff games while Murray has not. The Cardinals started last season as one of the hottest teams in the NFL with a 7-0 record and then a 10-2 mark. Kingsbury was hired prior to the 2019 season, largely because of his expertise in dealing with quarterbacks. Keim is in his 23rd season with the Cardinals and ninth as the general manager after being elevated to the spot in 2013.
wftv.comQB questions hang over so many NFL teams at scouting combine
Packers GM Brian Gutekunst said he still doesn't know if two-time reigning MVP Aaron Rodgers wants to return, retire or relocate. Cardinals GM Steve Keim said he'll exercise the fifth-year option on disgruntled QB Kyler Murray's contract. Texans GM Nick Caserio demurred when asked about embattled QB Deshaun Watson, who was held out last season after being accused of sexual misconduct. “With Aaron, I think he’s got a very tough process that he goes through to get himself ready to play every season. Both have started NFL games and both have won NFL games.
wftv.comMurray's first playoff start a nightmare for Cardinals
Cardinals Rams Football Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) walks off the field after the Los Angeles Rams defeated the Cardinals in an NFL wild-card playoff football game in Inglewood, Calif., Monday, Jan. 17, 2022. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong) (Jae C. Hong)INGLEWOOD, Calif. — (AP) — Kyler Murray's first NFL playoff start quickly turned into a nightmare. The dynamic quarterback and his Arizona Cardinals teammates had about the worst start imaginable in Monday night's 34-11 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC wild-card round. To play the way I did was disappointing.”The Cardinals went three-and-out on their first four possessions, the first time that's happened in a playoff game in at least 10 seasons. They were outgained 180-40 in the first half and averaged just 1.5 yards per play, the second-worst average in a playoff game over the last 20 seasons.
wftv.comStafford propels Rams past Cardinals 34-11 in playoff rout
Cardinals Rams Football Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) gestures during the second half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Inglewood, Calif., Monday, Jan. 17, 2022. Los Angeles jumped to a 28-0 lead and cruised in the first playoff game at SoFi Stadium, which will host Super Bowl 56 next month. Long made a shoe-top interception and took one stride to score the shortest pick-6 in NFL playoff history. Stafford scored his first playoff rushing TD since January 2012 to cap the Rams' next drive. WEDDLE'S RETURNEric Weddle got significant playing time for the Rams in the 37-year-old veteran's first NFL game since the 2019 season finale.
wftv.comAfter 3 years of building, Cards' Murray ready for playoffs
But the Arizona Cardinals quarterback admits this week is a little different. “There's no shying away from it.”The Cardinals selected Murray with the No. “I eat, breath and sleep football,” Murray said. This is his first shot at the playoffs, and I expect him to probably play the best game of his career. “You have to play well in these games or you're not going to be looked at as ‘That Guy,'" Murray said.
wftv.comCards hold off Cowboys 25-22 in matchup of playoff teams
(AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth) (Michael Ainsworth)ARLINGTON, Texas — (AP) — Kyler Murray threw two touchdown passes to Antoine Wesley and the Arizona Cardinals held on to beat the Dallas Cowboys 25-22 in a matchup of playoff-bound teams Sunday. Most of those victories were as a Texas high school playoff star, but the past two have been as a pro after last season's 38-10 rout. Arizona pulled even with the Cowboys (11-5) while leaving both teams a Green Bay victory away from elimination for the NFC's first-round bye. The Cardinals' victory over Dallas in 2020 was the first game after Dak Prescott's season-ending ankle injury. The Cardinals shut down the struggling Dallas running game, holding Ezekiel Elliott to 16 yards on nine carries.
wftv.comFading Cardinals search for answers as losses mount
The Cardinals failed to clinch a playoff spot for the third straight week after a 22-16 loss to the banged-up Indianapolis Colts, who were missing arguably their best defensive player and four starting offensive linemen. After a 7-0 record to start the season, the Cardinals are just 3-5. The mistakes started early Saturday and piled up in a brutal first half: Kicker Matt Prater missed a long field goal and an extra point.
news.yahoo.comThe Latest: Rams' Ramsey cleared to play against Seahawks
Ramsey plays an important, do-everything role on the Rams’ defense, and his absence was obvious against the Cardinals. The Rams also activated running back Jake Funk from injured reserve, and coach Sean McVay said the rookie will play Tuesday. Reed and starting right tackle Brandon Shell. Seattle was originally scheduled to play the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, but the game was moved to Tuesday because of COVID-19 issues with the Rams. The list includes receiver Allen Robinson, backup quarterback Andy Dalton, right tackle Larry Borom and defensive end Mario Edwards Jr.
wftv.comCardinals lose chance to clinch, fall 30-12 to Lions
Cardinals Lions Football Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) walks off the field after a failed two-point convertion during the second half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez) (Jose Juarez)DETROIT — (AP) — Kyler Murray had a shaky performance and that helped the Detroit Lions stun the Arizona Cardinals 30-12 on Sunday. The Cardinals can still earn a postseason berth during Week 15, but they'll need some other playoff contenders to lose. Two snaps later, cornerback Amani Oruwariye fully extended to pick off a pass Murray threw to the outside toward A.J. Lions: play at Atlanta on Sunday.
wftv.comThe Latest: Newton runs streak of rushing TDs to 5 games
Newton joined Kyler Murray in becoming the only two QBs in the Super Bowl era to score TDs rushing in five consecutive games. Newton has scored in each of his five games since signing with Carolina. ___1:50 p.m.Ben Roethlisberger has passed 2004 draft classmate Philip Rivers for fifth on the NFL’s career passing list. Roethlisberger is already the NFL’s career leader in yards passing among players who have spent their entire careers with one team. Brett Favre is fourth on the career yards passing list with 71,838.
wftv.comStafford, Donald lead Rams to 30-23 win over Cardinals
The six-time All-Pro finished with three sacks — the first on the initial play from scrimmage and the last as time expired — while Matthew Stafford threw for 287 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Rams past the Arizona Cardinals 30-23 on Monday night. Seven plays later, Stafford hit a diving Kupp for a 4-yard touchdown and the Rams led 27-13. The Rams converted Jones' interception into a touchdown when Stafford found Beckham for a 2-yard score. NOSE FOR THE END ZONEConner scored his first TD from 1 yard out late in the second quarter, bursting into the end zone on a second effort after bouncing off a pile. Cardinals: Arizona activated DL Rashard Lawrence (calf) and long snapper Aaron Brewer (broken arm) before the game.
wftv.comStafford, Rams beat Cardinals through air in 30-23 victory
The Cardinals (10-3) will have to wait at least one more week before clinching their first playoff spot since 2015. The Cardinals had a chance to tie the game in the final seconds after recovering an onside kick. Seven plays later, Stafford hit a diving Kupp for a 4-yard touchdown and the Rams led 27-13. The Rams converted the interception into a touchdown when Stafford found Beckham for a 2-yard score. Cardinals: Arizona activated DL Rashard Lawrence (calf) and long snapper Aaron Brewer (broken arm) before the game.
wftv.comThe Latest: Kickers had 7 missed XPs in afternoon games
(AP Photo/Rick Scuteri) (Rick Scuteri)The Latest from Week 13 of the NFL (all times EST):___7:50 p.m.It’s been another rough day for NFL kickers. Ryan Succop (Buccaneers), Dustin Hopkins (Chargers), Evan McPherson (Bengals), Chris Boswell (Steelers) and Robbie Gould (49ers) also had missed PATs. As bad as it's been, it’s not close to the 13 extra points kickers collectively missed during Week 5. That week also had 14 missed field goals, making it the highest number of combined misses since Week 11 of the 1987 season. For the Bengals, linebacker Logan Wilson (right shoulder) and Markus Bailey (left shoulder) also left the game.
wftv.comThe Latest: Peterson ties Jim Brown for 10th on TD list
(AP Photo/Elaine Thompson) (Elaine Thompson)The Latest from Week 13 of the NFL (all times EST):___5:55 p.m.Seattle’s Adrian Peterson has moved into a tie with Jim Brown for 10th all-time in total career touchdowns. Matthew Stafford left the game for one play after taking a hard hit from Jacksonville’s Roy Robertson-Harris, who was whistled for roughing the passer. Jacksonville trimmed the lead to 10-7 early in the second quarter on Carlos Hyde’s 1-yard TD run, finished a drive abetted by Rams penalties. For the Bengals, linebacker Logan Wilson (right shoulder) and Markus Bailey (left shoulder) also left the game. Philadelphia took a 7-6 lead on its opening possession, with Gardner Minshew throwing a 36-yard TD pass to Dallas Goedert.
wftv.comThe Latest: Stafford leaves briefly, Rams holding off Jags
Matthew Stafford left the game for one play after taking a hard hit from Jacksonville’s Roy Robertson-Harris, who was whistled for roughing the passer. Jacksonville trimmed the lead to 10-7 early in the second quarter on Carlos Hyde’s 1-yard TD run, finished a drive abetted by Rams penalties. Cannon was attempting to make a tackle on DeeJay Dallas when his head hit the leg of a teammate. For the Bengals, linebacker Logan Wilson (right shoulder) and Markus Bailey (left shoulder) also left the game. Lions defensive tackle Nick Williams was also injured on the first possession, walking off the field holding his left hand and wrist.
wftv.comThe Latest: Rams off to good start despite losing Allen
The Los Angeles Rams are off to a solid start in their effort to end a three-game skid despite losing starting center Brian Allen to a knee injury on their first play from scrimmage. Jacksonville trimmed the lead to 10-7 early in the second quarter on Carlos Hyde’s 1-yard TD run, finished a drive abetted by Rams penalties. ___3:15 p.m.Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor has been benched in the third quarter against the Indianapolis Colts. Jefferson has 72 receptions for 1,112 yards this season and 160 catches for 2,512 yards in his two-year career. For the Bengals, linebacker Logan Wilson (right shoulder) and Markus Bailey (left shoulder) also left the game.
wftv.comThe Latest: 49ers RB Cannon taken off after collision
Cannon was attempting to make a tackle on DeeJay Dallas when his head hit the leg of a teammate. He started the season with Baltimore before joining the 49ers and has primarily played on special teams. Jefferson has 72 receptions for 1,112 yards this season and 160 catches for 2,512 yards in his two-year career. Murray also joined Cam Newton as the only players in NFL history with at least 10,000 yards passing and 1,500 rushing. For the Bengals, linebacker Logan Wilson (right shoulder) and Markus Bailey (left shoulder) also left the game.
wftv.comMurray throws for 2 TDs, runs for 2 as Cardinals beat Bears
Cardinals Bears Football Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray carries the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks) (David Banks)LAKE FOREST, Ill. — (AP) — Kyler Murray threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more in his return from an ankle injury, and the Arizona Cardinals beat the struggling Chicago Bears 33-22 on Sunday. The Cardinals, who were coming off a bye, improved to 7-0 on the road, with each win by 10 points or more. The Cardinals took advantage, with Murray connecting with Hopkins for a 20-yarder and scrambling 9 yards to the end zone. Murray completed 11 of 15 passes for 123 yards, giving him 10,092 in three seasons, on a cool and soggy afternoon.
wftv.comThe Latest: Texans Taylor benched, Mills at QB vs. Colts
Colts Texans Football Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor (5) is sacked by Indianapolis Colts defensive end Al-Quadin Muhammad (97) during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith) (Eric Christian Smith)The Latest from Week 13 of the NFL (all times EST):___3:15 p.m.Houston Texans quarterback Tyrod Taylor has been benched in the third quarter against the Indianapolis Colts. Jefferson has 72 receptions for 1,112 yards this season and 160 catches for 2,512 yards in his two-year career. Murray also joined Cam Newton as the only players in NFL history with at least 10,000 yards passing and 1,500 rushing. For the Bengals, linebacker Logan Wilson (right shoulder) and Markus Bailey (left shoulder) also left the game.
wftv.comThe Latest: Vikings' Jefferson one of fastest to 2,500 yards
Jefferson provided some of the few highlights for the Vikings in the first half of their matchup with the Lions, catching five passes for 85 yards. Jefferson has 72 receptions for 1,112 yards this season and 160 catches for 2,512 yards in his two-year career. ___2:30 p.m.Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray became the fourth-youngest player with 10,000 career yards passing at 24 years, 120 days, according to NFL research. Murray also joined Cam Newton as the only players in NFL history with at least 10,000 yards passing and 1,500 rushing. ___ 12:00 p.m.Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray and three-time All-Pro receiver DeAndre Hopkins are active against the Chicago Bears after missing the previous three games because of injuries.
wftv.comThe Latest: Cards' Murray 4th-youngest to 10K passing yards
Cardinals Bears Football Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray carries the ball during the first half of an NFL football game against the Chicago Bears Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks) (David Banks)The Latest from Week 13 of the NFL (all times EST):___2:30 p.m.Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray became the fourth-youngest player with 10,000 career yards passing at 24 years, 120 days, according to NFL research. Murray also joined Cam Newton as the only players in NFL history with at least 10,000 yards passing and 1,500 rushing. For the Bengals, linebacker Logan Wilson (right shoulder) and Markus Bailey (left shoulder) also left the game. ___ 12:00 p.m.Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray and three-time All-Pro receiver DeAndre Hopkins are active against the Chicago Bears after missing the previous three games because of injuries.
wftv.comThe Latest: Cardinals' Murray, Hopkins active vs. Bears
Cardinals Seahawks Football Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray throws before an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer) (John Froschauer)The Latest from Week 13 of the NFL (all times EST):___ 12:08 p.m.Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray and three-time All-Pro receiver DeAndre Hopkins are active against the Chicago Bears after missing the previous three games because of injuries. The Cardinals, owners of a league-best 9-2 record coming in, won two of three without them prior to a bye last week. Chicago linebacker Roquan Smith is active after leaving the Bears’ Thanksgiving win at Detroit with a hamstring injury. Both franchises have ties to Oxford High School football coach Zach Line.
wftv.comMcCoy leads Cardinals to decisive 23-13 win over Seahawks
SEATTLE — (AP) — Colt McCoy was outstanding filling in for Kyler Murray, throwing for 328 yards and two touchdowns, and the Arizona Cardinals beat the Seattle Seahawks 23-13 on Sunday. For the second straight season, McCoy was a backup thrust into a starting role in Seattle and walked away with a victory. McCoy went 35 of 44 and thoroughly outplayed Seattle’s Russell Wilson in his first home start since undergoing finger surgery. The Seahawks (3-7) lost their second straight and for the fifth time in the past six games. Play calling didn’t help, with strange decisions to target Dallas and Penny Hart on key third downs in the second half.
wftv.comCards return to top spot in AP Pro32 poll; Titans at No. 2
(AP Photo/Tony Avelar) (Tony Avelar)NEW YORK — (AP) — Despite being short-handed, the Arizona Cardinals and Tennessee Titans both found success on the road in California in Week 9. And both teams also found a way to the top of the latest AP Pro32 poll. The Cardinals moved up two spots as they received 11 of the 12 first-place votes for 383 points in balloting Tuesday by media members who regularly cover the NFL. The Titans are coming off a 28-16 win at the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night. Two teams coming off unexpected losses are tied at No.
wftv.comCardinals' undefeated start ends with miscommunication
Arizona coach Kliff Kingsbury called the safest play he could with the clock winding down. A back-shoulder throw from Kyler Murray to A.J. Green would give the Cardinals a chance at a touchdown and keep their undefeated season in tact. If the pass failed, Arizona would still have enough time to try for a tying field goal.
news.yahoo.comThe Latest: TE Ertz enjoys spectacular start with Cardinals
The former Philadelphia tight end had a spectacular first catch from Kyler Murray with the undefeated Cardinals against Houston. Aaron Rodgers has thrown for three touchdowns to help Green Bay win its sixth consecutive game since losing the opener. Darnold was 16 of 25 for 111 yards with an interception in a 25-3 loss to the New York Giants. The third touchdown pass of the day from Aaron Rodgers has given Green Bay a 21-7 lead early in the third quarter against Washington. Washington’s Taylor Heinicke, who grew up a fan of Brett Favre, opened with a 40-yard touchdown pass to Terry McLaurin.
wftv.comMurray throws 4 TD passes, unbeaten Cardinals batter Browns
Cardinals Browns Football Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) throws a 9-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Cleveland. Murray connected with DeAndre Hopkins for two TDs, and Arizona's shifty quarterback came up with a clutch play whenever the Cardinals needed one. After his fumble, Murray made the Browns pay by throwing a 9-yard pass to a wide-open Hopkins to put the Cardinals ahead 30-14. Later, Hunt was not targeted on a pass play and the bruising back crumpled to the ground without contact. On third-and-goal, Murray hit Hopkins with a short pass and he eluded two tacklers for a 13-yard TD to make it 14-0.
wftv.comBrowns missing key players as they prepare for 5-0 Cards
Keeping slippery Arizona quarterback Kyler Murray under control is a difficult challenge for any defense — even in the best of circumstances. Cleveland had an all-star roster of injured players not practicing Wednesday as it began preparing for Murray and the unbeaten Cardinals (5-0). NFL sacks leader Myles Garrett, defensive end Jadeveon Clowney and running backs Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt were among a group of key Cleveland players kept off the field because of injuries.
news.yahoo.comMurray keeps Cardinals unbeaten with 37-20 rout of Rams
Maxx Williams caught a TD pass from Murray, who went 24 for 32 and repeatedly frustrated the Rams' defense. Van Jefferson caught an early TD pass and Robert Woods made a TD grab with 1:14 to play, but Stafford was frequently off in his connections with his receivers. Los Angeles' defense had few answers for Murray, who consistently found open receivers or picked up his own yardage while the Cardinals scored on seven of eight drives after an opening punt. The Cardinals streaked to a 24-13 halftime lead behind Murray, who struggled to work his magic against the Rams in his first two NFL seasons. The Rams had a long TD drive ending in Jefferson's catch, but otherwise struggled or settled for field goals.
wftv.comThe Latest: Cards lead Rams 24-13 in showdown of unbeatens
Rodgers found Cobb for a 23-yard score in the second quarter to put the Packers up 14-7 over Pittsburgh. Van Jefferson caught a 14-yard TD pass from Stafford late in the period to put the Rams back ahead. Roethlisberger capped the game’s opening drive with a 45-yard TD pass down the right sideline to Diontae Johnson. Darnold's second TD run came on an 11-yard draw and gave Carolina a 14-13 lead over Dallas in the second quarter. It was an unlikely way to open scoring in what had been more of a defensive struggle well into the second quarter.
wftv.comCards use Pick-6 to overcome Kick-6, beat Jaguars 31-19
The Jaguars (0-3) lost their 18th straight game, leaving them eight shy of the NFL record for futility. The Jags had all the momentum and looked like they might end a skid that dates to last season’s opener. … Jaguars LT Cam Robinson left the game in the fourth quarter with a right shoulder injury but later returned. … Cardinals backup CB Charles Washington injured a hamstring in the first half and was ruled out for the game. … Norwell left briefly in the first half to get his right ankle taped and returned a short time later.
wftv.comCards win 34-33 thriller after Vikings miss last-second FG
APTOPIX Vikings Cardinals Football Arizona Cardinals wide receiver A.J. He made two 52-yard field goals earlier in the game, giving no indication he'd have trouble pushing the Vikings to a win. Murray shook off the mistake and led the Cardinals on an eight-play, 75-yard drive capped by a 9-yard touchdown pass to veteran A.J. The Vikings scored on just the second play of the game when Cousins connected with a wide-open K.J. UP NEXTThe Vikings play at home for the first time this season when they host the Seattle Seahawks.
wftv.comThe Latest: Cowboys-Chargers make NFL 14-11 halftime history
He did not return to the field for the start of the second half after the Steelers ruled him out. ___2:40 p.m.Texans rookie Davis Mills has replaced an injured Tyrod Taylor at quarterback for Houston to start the second half. ___1:10 p.m.Two-time Pro Bowler Eric Fisher made his Colts debut Sunday, starting at left tackle less than nine months after rupturing his left Achilles tendon. ___12:05 p.m.Browns starting left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. is playing against Houston after being listed as questionable and not practicing all week. If Wills couldn’t play – or if he has to come up – Blake Hance will likely move into the left tackle spot.
wftv.comThe Latest: Prater kicks Cardinals-record 62-yard field goal
He did not return to the field for the start of the second half after the Steelers ruled him out. ___2:40 p.m.Texans rookie Davis Mills has replaced an injured Tyrod Taylor at quarterback for Houston to start the second half. ___1:10 p.m.Two-time Pro Bowler Eric Fisher made his Colts debut Sunday, starting at left tackle less than nine months after rupturing his left Achilles tendon. ___12:05 p.m.Browns starting left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. is playing against Houston after being listed as questionable and not practicing all week. If Wills couldn’t play – or if he has to come up – Blake Hance will likely move into the left tackle spot.
wftv.comMurray gets 5 TDs, Jones 5 sacks as Cards rout Titans 38-13
Murray tormented the Titans throwing for 289 yards with two TD passes apiece to All-Pro wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins and Christian Kirk. Murray either bought time scrambling around until he could find an open receiver or just kept the ball. Murray was so wide open on a keeper he held the ball up almost immediately on a 2-yard TD for a 24-6 lead. JONES IN GOOD COMPANYJones became the 17th player in NFL history with 100 sacks in his first 10 seasons. Titans left tackle Taylor Lewan, who gave up the first three sacks to Jones, left with cramps for a couple series in the third quarter.
wftv.comHenne, Buechele throw TD passes, Chiefs beat Cardinals 17-10
Chiefs Cardinals Football Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) looks to throw against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game, Friday, Aug. 20, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin) (Ross D. Franklin)GLENDALE, Ariz. — (AP) — Chad Henne and rookie Shane Buechele threw touchdown passes to help the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Arizona Cardinals 17-10 in a preseason game Friday night. Patrick Mahomes started and completed 10 of 18 passes for 78 yards, no touchdowns and one interception. Buechele was 9 of 11 for 115 yards with a touchdown and an interception. Kansas City pushed ahead 17-0 midway through the third quarter when Buechele hit Jerick McKinnon for a 5-yard touchdown strike. The Cardinals play their final preseason game on the road against the New Orleans Saints on Aug. 28.
wftv.comCardinals all-out recruiting pitch brings Watt to the desert
J.J. Watt has agreed to a two-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals. Watt was released last month by the Houston Texans. But the more he looked at his options, the more the Arizona Cardinals made sense. Watt said the team's recruiting pitch was “strong and heavy” when trying to entice the edge rusher to the desert. Watt said he'll always remember Houston fondly, but he's eager to start the next phase of his career with the Cardinals.
Winston throws for 358 yards, Bucs beat Cardinals 30-27
Jameis Winston #3 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers scrambles for seven yards in the fourth quarter during the game against the Arizona Cardinals. (Photo by Will Vragovic/Getty Images)TAMPA, Fla. - Jameis Winston threw for 358 yards and one touchdown, helping the Tampa Bay Buccaneers rally to snap a four-game losing streak with a 30-27 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Murray threw for 324 yards and three TDs to Christian Kirk, whose 15-yard scoring reception put the Cardinals up 27-23 midway through the fourth quarter. Kirk also scored on receptions of 33 and 69 yards and finished with six catches for 138 yards. ... CB Patrick Peterson left the game in the fourth quarter with a calf injury and did not return.