Disconnect Jinx Strikes Again 56-52 Loss

by thatiger74 | 2 years ago | 0 Comments

The dreaded disconnect jinx struck for the 2nd game in a row on the Arizona Cardinals. The lights went out after a good 1st quarter for Arizona that saw a customary pick 6 by the defense, only to have it wiped away early in the 2nd quarter. In the restart the game was ridiculous from the beginning. One play scores here, one play scores there, both teams gave up unbelievable numbers of yards to the other. Both offenses were almost identical in the final numbers, Murry threw for 439 yards and Mariota threw for 416, 3 touchdowns a piece but the major difference was a 7 - 4 interceptions ratio that was not in Arizonas favor. James Conner ran for 148 yards and 3 touchdowns, Alvin Kamara rushed for 159 yards and 3 touchdowns. Saints were led in receiving by Michael Thomas who hauled in 4 catches for 113 yards. The Cardinals were led by rookie Tight End McBride who tallied 5 catches for 163 yards and a score. Hopkins who is still working his way into game shape caught 6 passes for 95 yards. The game was a back and forth battle as the teams traded touchdowns for most of the game. More of a top this then X's and O's sort of thing. For the fans and those watching at hoke it was an exciting and breathtaking gem to see. Big play after big play both on offense and defense. The Cards wouldn't back down from the Honey Badger and he made them pay with 4 interceptions of Murray on the day. Murray would go on to throw 3 more in this game. Who knew Murray's best passing game would also be his worst. 56 - 52 is nothing to sneeze at from an offensive perspective but from a defensive perspective, yall might want to actually practice so you can all be on the same page during the game! JS