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Seahawks defense suffocates Cardinals' backup-laden offense
9 Nov
Summary
- Seahawks defense featured elite players while Cardinals relied on backups.
- Cardinals' offense struggled with backups due to injuries and underperformance.
- Arizona's lack of depth was exposed against Seattle's top defense.
The Seattle Seahawks' elite defense proved too much for a depleted Arizona Cardinals offense. The Cardinals were forced to field numerous backup players in key offensive positions due to injuries and underperformance, a stark contrast to the Seahawks' established starters.
This lack of depth was particularly evident on offense, where players like running back Tyler Allgeier and wide receivers Simi Fehoko, Devin Duvernay, and Reggie Virgil stepped into roles they were not initially prepared for. Their struggles were highlighted by a failed fourth-down conversion attempt deep in Seahawks territory, a drive derailed by a hit from Seahawks defender Devon Witherspoon.
Quarterback Gardner Minshew acknowledged offensive miscues, including poor play-calling speed and communication issues. Despite coach Mike LaFleur's insistence on not making excuses, the Cardinals' reliance on new faces in the huddle underscored the challenges posed by their roster construction and injuries.
