Arizona
Cardinals
3-5
55
FINAL
30
Seattle
Seahawks
4-4
AI Recap
AI RECAPIn a high-octane clash, the Arizona Cardinals triumphed over the Seattle Seahawks with a commanding 55-30 victory, solidifying their position in the playoff race during Week 9 of the 2026 season. This win not only boosts the Cardinals' confidence but also raises questions for the Seahawks as they look to regroup and refocus.
Offensively, Arizona was led by an impressive performance from quarterback Carson Beck, who threw for three touchdowns, while running back Jeremiyah Love stole the show with a staggering 353 rushing yards. This potent combination allowed the Cardinals to control the tempo and keep the Seahawks' defense on its heels throughout the game. On the other side, Seattle's J.J. McCarthy showcased his talent with 273 passing yards, but it wasn't enough to keep pace with Arizona’s explosive attack.
Defensively, the Cardinals made key plays that shifted momentum in their favor. Kaleb Proctor's two sacks were pivotal in applying pressure to McCarthy, disrupting Seattle's offensive rhythm. Additionally, Budda Baker's interception provided a crucial turning point, halting a potential Seahawks scoring drive and allowing Arizona to extend their lead. With consistent defensive efforts, the Cardinals secured their victory and demonstrated their dominance on both sides of the ball.
Passing
| Player | Pos | ATT | CMP | YDS | TD | INT | RTG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.J. McCarthy | QB | 35 | 18 | 273 | 0 | 4 | 37.8 |
| Carson Beck | QB | 20 | 10 | 182 | 3 | 1 | 100.4 |
Rushing
| Player | Pos | ATT | YDS | YPC | TD | LNG | FUM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeremiyah Love | HB | 22 | 353 | 16.0 | 4 | 68 | 0 |
| Bhayshul Tuten | HB | 12 | 46 | 3.8 | 1 | 15 | 0 |
| J.J. McCarthy | QB | 5 | 26 | 5.2 | 1 | 20 | 1 |
| Jaxon Smith-Njigba | WR | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Carson Beck | QB | 1 | -9 | -9.0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Receiving
| Player | Pos | REC | YDS | YPR | TD | LNG | DROP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaxon Smith-Njigba | WR | 10 | 191 | 19.1 | 0 | 28 | 0 |
| Jeremiyah Love | HB | 7 | 127 | 18.1 | 2 | 28 | 0 |
| Trey McBride | TE | 3 | 55 | 18.3 | 1 | 29 | 0 |
| Mecole Hardman | WR | 3 | 33 | 11.0 | 0 | 18 | 0 |
| Allen Lazard | WR | 1 | 23 | 23.0 | 0 | 23 | 1 |
| Zach Ertz | TE | 2 | 21 | 10.5 | 0 | 18 | 0 |
| Bhayshul Tuten | HB | 2 | 5 | 2.5 | 0 | 5 | 0 |
Defense
| Player | Pos | TKL | SACK | INT | FF | PD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julian Love | FS | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kaleb Proctor | DT | 3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Will Johnson | CB | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Cody Simon | WILL | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Budda Baker | SS | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Mack Wilson Sr | MIKE | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Walter Nolen III | DT | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Devon Witherspoon | CB | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Zaven Collins | LEDG | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Ernest Jones IV | WILL | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Rylie Mills | DT | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Nick Emmanwori | SS | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Derick Hall | LEDG | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Bud Clark | CB | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Max Melton | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dexter Lawrence II | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Dadrion Taylor-Demerson | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Josh Sweat | REDG | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Andrew Wingard | FS | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Garrett Williams | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kei'Trel Clark | CB | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jarran Reed | DT | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jack Gibbens | MIKE | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Drake Thomas | WILL | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Kicking
| Player | Pos | FGM | FGA | XPM | LNG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chad Ryland | K | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Michael Dickson | P | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Jason Myers | K | 3 | 3 | 1 | 55 |

