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The 8 Unsung Heroes Who Powered Cardinals to Week 1 Win

The 8 Unsung Heroes Who Powered Cardinals to Week 1 Win

The Arizona Cardinals' Week 1 upset over the Los Angeles Chargers was highlighted by several key moments. In head coach Mike LaFleur's debut, the Cardinals played a strong blend of complementary football to emerge 1-0.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Jim Harbaugh provides update on Ladd McConkey injury

Jim Harbaugh provides update on Ladd McConkey injury after Chargers' Week 1 loss

The Los Angeles Chargers walked away from Week 1 with more than a loss to worry about. Jim Harbaugh revealed Monday that wide receiver Ladd McConkey is dealing with a rib injury.

Chargers can't escape their reputation with unacceptable loss to Cardinals
Former Eagles center Jason Kelce explains why Chargers QB Justin Herbert should shoulder blame for viral sack against Cardinals
Mike LaFleur kicks off Cardinals tenure by achieving rare franchise history
NFL Week 1 lowlights: Worst loss, quarterback performance and more
The '2025-26 NFL Week 1 head coaches' quiz
Mike LaFleur News / TWSN / September 14
Mike LaFleur Announces His Arrival With Arizona Cardinals Upset of Los Angeles Chargers

Mike LaFleur Announces His Arrival With Arizona Cardinals Upset of Los Angeles Chargers

The Arizona Cardinals entered the 2026 season with little belief from outside people that they would be able to take a leap in Mike LaFleur‘s first season as the head coach.

Mike LaFleur News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / September 14
Arizona Cardinals Winners and Losers From Stunning Season-Opening Win

Arizona Cardinals Winners and Losers From Stunning Season-Opening Win

The Arizona Cardinals start the Mike LaFleur era with a convincing 26-14 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. With the win, LaFleur is the first Cardinals head coach to win his debut since Don Coryell in 1973.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

32 quarterbacks in NFL history have throw for more than 6,000 yards in the first two seasons of their career. How many of those QBs can you name in five minutes?

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Jacoby Brissett News / Viral Sports News / September 14
Cardinals’ Jacoby Brissett Gets Major News After Stunning Win

Cardinals’ Jacoby Brissett Gets Major News After Stunning Win

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett left SoFi Stadium on Sunday with more than a road win. After the Cardinals stunned the Los Angeles Chargers 26-14 in Week 1, the veteran quarterback triggered a $285,000 contract bonus that had been sitting in the fine print of his reworked deal.

NFL News / Yardbarker
When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

When will every NFL team lose its first game in 2026?

All 32 teams have hope for a perfect 17-0 regular season as another year begins, but the odds aren't in their favor. As the season opens, we predict the first loss for each team in 2026.

Marvin Harrison Jr. News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / September 14
Marvin Harrison Jr.'s Quiet Day Reveals Truth About Cardinals' New Offense

Marvin Harrison Jr.'s Quiet Day Reveals Truth About Cardinals' New Offense

ARIZONA — The dust has settled on the Arizona Cardinals' Week 1 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, where a handful of big names made their mark. Rookie running back Jeremiyah Love scored in his NFL debut.

Arizona Cardinals News / Yardbarker / September 14
LaFleur kicks off Cardinals tenure by achieving rare franchise history

Mike LaFleur kicks off Cardinals tenure by achieving rare franchise history

One game into his debut season as the Arizona Cardinals' head coach, LaFleur has already made franchise history.

Cardinals use all-around effort to knock off Chargers
Chargers can't escape their reputation with unacceptable loss to Cardinals
The 'NFL Offensive Players of the Year' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 14
Jason Kelce explains why Herbert should shoulder blame for viral sack

Former Eagles center Jason Kelce explains why Chargers QB Justin Herbert should shoulder blame for viral sack against Cardinals

Many on social media jumped on the Chargers offensive line.

Chargers can't escape their reputation with unacceptable loss to Cardinals
NFL Week 1 lowlights: Worst loss, quarterback performance and more
NFL Week 1 winners, losers: T.J. Watt dominates; huge day for star RBs
The '2016 NFL starting QBs' quiz
Josh Sweat News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 14
Cardinals OLB Josh Sweat, Subject Of Summer Trade Buzz, Says ‘I’m Where I Want To Be’

Cardinals OLB Josh Sweat, Subject Of Summer Trade Buzz, Says ‘I’m Where I Want To Be’

There was a ton of speculation about Cardinals OLB Josh Sweat and his future this offseason. Sweat wasn’t around the team for most of the spring, then

NFL News / Yardbarker
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Jeremiyah Love News / Stadium Rant / September 14
Jeremiyah Love NFL Debut: Cardinals Rookie Scores TD In Week 1

Jeremiyah Love NFL Debut: Cardinals Rookie Scores TD In Week 1

The Jeremiyah Love NFL Debut turned a month of uncertainty into a successful opener Sunday. The Arizona Cardinals rookie running back scored a 5-yard touchdown during Arizona’s 26–14 Week 1 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
 The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz
The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
 The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz
The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 10-TD catch NFL seasons' quiz
Arizona Cardinals News / Action Network / September 14
The Cardinals Just Got Their First Real Test and Here’s What It Did to Their Season Odds

The Cardinals Just Got Their First Real Test and Here’s What It Did to Their Season Odds

New Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur had his men ready for Week 1 of his tenure. The Cardinals shocked the Los Angeles Chargers by winning 26-14, shutting down Justin Herbert and showing off an exciting new offense.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 14
Cardinals’ Jacoby Brissett drops simple but powerful Jeremiyah Love verdict

Cardinals’ Jacoby Brissett drops simple but powerful Jeremiyah Love verdict

The Arizona Cardinals pulled off one of the biggest stunners of Week 1, beating the Los Angeles Chargers on the road 26-14 in what looked like the perfect blueprint for coach Mike LaFleur’s team going forward.

Trey McBride News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 13
Cardinals’ Trey McBride inches closer to Jimmy Graham’s bonkers TE record

Cardinals’ Trey McBride inches closer to Jimmy Graham’s bonkers TE record

The Arizona Cardinals took on the Los Angeles Chargers to kick off their 2026 campaign. And they came away with a very impressive victory on Sunday. The star of the show was tight end Trey McBride, who did a lot of work to help Arizona’s offense.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / September 13
3 Things Cardinals Fans Should Know From Season-Opening Win vs. Chargers

3 Things Cardinals Fans Should Know From Season-Opening Win vs. Chargers

For a team that was penciled in as one of the worst teams in the NFL, with the likes of the Cleveland Browns and Miami Dolphins, the Arizona Cardinals,

Mike LaFleur News / NFL on ClutchPoints / September 13
Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur drops perfect description of Chargers takedown

Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur drops perfect description of Chargers takedown

Mike LaFleur is proud to begin his head coaching career with a win after leading the Arizona Cardinals to a 26-14 road upset win over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday afternoon.

NFL News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / September 13
4 Instant Takeaways as Cardinals Stun Chargers in Week 1 Win

4 Instant Takeaways as Cardinals Stun Chargers in Week 1 Win

The Arizona Cardinals began the season with a surprising win as the team notched a 26-14 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. This was a huge upset win by the Cardinals, as Arizona entered Week 1 as heavy underdogs entering SoFi Stadium.

NFL News / Field Level Media / September 13
Cardinals use all-around effort to knock off Chargers

Cardinals use all-around effort to knock off Chargers

Jacoby Brissett threw for 277 yards and a touchdown, Jeremiyah Love added a TD in his NFL debut and the visiting Arizona Cardinals pulled off a 26-14 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday at Inglewood, Calif.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 13
Chargers can't escape their reputation with unacceptable loss to Cardinals

Chargers can't escape their reputation with unacceptable loss to Cardinals

Every offseason, and every preseason, the talk around the Los Angeles Chargers is the same.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz
NFL News / Athlon Sports / September 13
Which Cardinals Skill Player Should the Chargers Be Most Concerned About on Sunday?

Which Cardinals Skill Player Should the Chargers Be Most Concerned About on Sunday?

Los Angeles Chargers fans better not assume that the team’s regular-season opener on Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals will be an automatic win. Yes, the Cardinals are going to be a poor team this season.

Kalen King News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 12

Cardinals Elevate CB Kalen King To Active Roster

The Arizona Cardinals officially elevated CB Kalen King to the active roster from the practice squad. King, 23, was a seventh-round pick by the Packers out of Penn State in the 2024 NFL Draft.

Steve Keim News / EssentiallySports / September 12
'What Kind of Product Are We Putting On?': Ex-Cardinals GM Steve Keim Calls Out NFL Over Major Rule Changes

'What Kind of Product Are We Putting On?': Ex-Cardinals GM Steve Keim Calls Out NFL Over Major Rule Changes

The NFL wants fewer preseason games, but is less football really better football? For the fans, fewer preseason games could mean fewer chances to see rookies, young players, and roster hopefuls make their case.

Carson Beck News / Burn City Sports / September 11
Cardinals commit to developing Carson Beck extensively in 2026

Cardinals commit to developing Carson Beck extensively in 2026

GLENDALE – Despite naming Jacoby Brissett the starting quarterback for 2026, the Arizona Cardinals seem committed developing their rookie QB this season.

Jeremiyah Love News / Yardbarker / September 11
Cardinals receive key Jeremiyah Love update ahead of Week 1

Cardinals receive key Jeremiyah Love update ahead of Week 1

The biggest question mark for Arizona has been Love.

The 'NFL active rushing leaders' quiz
Michael Wilson News / Yardbarker / September 3
Cardinals reportedly make massive Wilson decision ahead of 2026 season

Cardinals reportedly make massive Michael Wilson decision ahead of 2026 season

The 26-year-old ended the 2025 season ranked second on the Cardinals with 78 receptions, 126 targets, 1,006 receiving yards and seven receiving touchdowns.

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The '40-sacks-taken season leaders' quiz

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