Cardinals Soar With Conner’s TDs, Breaking Skid Against Patriots
The Arizona Cardinals snapped a four-game losing streak with a 27-13 victory over the New England Patriots on Monday Night Football. James Conner led the way for the Cardinals, rushing for two touchdowns and catching another. Kyler Murray also had a strong performance, completing 20 of 29 passes for 200 yards and a touchdown.
Conner’s Big Night
Conner was the star of the show for the Cardinals on Monday night. He rushed for 72 yards on 21 carries, averaging 3.4 yards per carry. He also caught three passes for 29 yards, including a 5-yard touchdown pass from Murray in the second quarter. Conner’s first touchdown run came in the first quarter, a 1-yard plunge that gave the Cardinals an early 7-0 lead. His second touchdown run came in the third quarter, a 2-yard run that extended the Cardinals’ lead to 24-7.
Murray’s Efficient Performance
Murray was efficient in his passing game, completing 20 of 29 passes for 200 yards and a touchdown. He also rushed for 31 yards on five carries, averaging 6.2 yards per carry. Murray’s touchdown pass came in the second quarter, a 5-yard pass to Conner. Murray also had a number of key runs in the game, including a 15-yard run in the fourth quarter that helped seal the victory for the Cardinals.
Patriots’ Struggles
The Patriots struggled on both sides of the ball on Monday night. The Patriots’ offense was held to just 13 points, and they were only able to convert 2 of 11 third downs. Mac Jones completed 21 of 32 passes for 191 yards, but he was also intercepted twice. The Patriots’ running game was also ineffective, as they rushed for just 63 yards on 19 carries. The Patriots’ defense also struggled, as they allowed the Cardinals to score on their first two possessions of the game. The Cardinals also had a number of big plays on offense, including a 43-yard pass from Murray to DeAndre Hopkins in the second quarter.
Conclusion
The Cardinals’ victory over the Patriots was a much-needed win for a team that had been struggling in recent weeks. Conner’s big night was a major factor in the victory, and Murray also played well. The Patriots, on the other hand, struggled on both sides of the ball and will need to improve if they want to be a contender in the AFC East.
Broader Implications
The Cardinals’ victory over the Patriots has a number of broader implications. First, it shows that the Cardinals are still a team to be reckoned with in the NFC West. The Cardinals are now 4-4 on the season, and they are just one game behind the first-place San Francisco 49ers. Second, the Cardinals’ victory shows that they can win even when they are not playing their best. The Cardinals were not particularly sharp on Monday night, but they were able to make enough plays to win the game. Third, the Cardinals’ victory shows that they are a resilient team. The Cardinals have now won two games in a row after starting the season 2-4. This shows that the Cardinals are not going to give up, and they are determined to make a playoff run.
