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Cardinals Offense Grounded by Seattle's Dominant Defense
21 Sep
Summary
- Cardinals offense produced a paltry 151 yards against Seattle's defense.
- Rookie Marvin Harrison Jr. recorded zero catches and yards.
- Arizona Cardinals have now lost 10 consecutive games to Seattle.
The Seattle Seahawks delivered a humbling 31-7 defeat to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, revealing critical flaws in the Cardinals' offense. Seattle's formidable defense completely neutralized Arizona's offensive efforts, allowing a mere 151 total yards across 47 plays. This stark performance included a troubling stat line for the Cardinals' wide receivers, who combined for only four catches and 29 yards.
Compounding the offensive struggles was the silent outing from fourth overall pick Marvin Harrison Jr., who registered a "goose egg" in receptions and yards, raising concerns about his early NFL trajectory. The Cardinals' offensive line also faced intense pressure, contributing to the unit's overall lack of explosiveness and critical failures. This latest loss extends the Cardinals' losing streak against the Seahawks to ten consecutive games.
Despite the offensive woes, the Cardinals' defense showcased resilience, holding Seattle to seven points in the first half and achieving a goal-line stand. However, the team's overall record now stands at 1-1. Head coach Mike LaFleur acknowledged the team's shortcomings, particularly in executing "the little things" against a top-tier defense.
