Arizona Cardinals
Offense – D
The Arizona Cardinals are one of the few teams, if not the only team, to really struggle offensively against the Cincinnati Bengals. Even Justin Fields and the New York Jets went nuts offensively, scoring 39 points. So, if they can do it, anyone should be able to. Instead, Jacoby Brissett threw for just 212 yards, or 191 yards if you account for his four sacks. Yes, Trey McBride and Michael Wilson had good days, but that was it. The running game didn’t show up, but the Cardinals were also playing from behind.
Defense – F
It wasn’t a fair fight, but Joe Burrow completed 24 of 31 passes for 305 yards and two touchdowns before giving way to Joe Flacco. They also allowed 120 yards on the way to a 37-point day for the Cincinnati Bengals. It’s not like Jacoby Brissett was going to keep up with Burrow, but the Cardinals defense never even gave him a chance.
Coaching – F
Once again, the Cardinals came out flat. We know that they are playing out the string, and it was very apparent. The only good thing that came out of this was that Trey McBride broke the record for most receptions for a tight end. Other than turning Michael Wilson loose, there aren’t many, if any, victories Arizona can take into next season.
Overall – D
The Cardinals truly looked every bit as overmatched as they were this week. Neither team is making the postseason, but based on the way they played, you would have never known it. We know that this team will look very different in 2026, and that’s becoming quite clear.
