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The Dallas Cowboys got hit with 13 penalties in their game against the Arizona Cardinals. This certainly seemed like trouble for them, especially when they ended up losing 28-16 to the Arizona team. The Cardinals managed to defy the odds as significant underdogs against the Cowboys, capturing former NFL Star Pat McAfee‘s attention effectively.
Despite suffering multiple setbacks through injuries, the zest to win from the Cardinals impressed everyone around, especially the famous Podcast host. Along with applauding their game, he came forth to commend their control of nerves and the nature of meeting challenges after various difficulties.
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Addressing the injuries they had before the game, the Cardinals had four players on their injury list. But it was the Cowboys who had a major setback just before the game. Their cornerback Trevon Diggs tore his ACL during practice, and is now out for the rest of the season.
Still, it was the Cowboys who remained the favorites for the game between the two injury-hit teams. Yet, against all odds, the Cardinals pulled off a big upset win. Witnessing the same on his show, Pat McAfee couldn’t help but praise them, saying, “WHAT A PERFORMANCE by the Arizona Cardinals.”
He also gave props to Jonathan Gannon, their Head Coach, for securing his first win with the side. “Congrats to Jonathan Gannon on getting his first win as a Head Coach.” Gannon even got a Gatorade bath to celebrate the victory!
WHAT A PERFORMANCE by the Arizona Cardinals..
Congrats to Jonathan Gannon on getting his first win as a Head Coach #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/R0tl3QfVPT
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) September 25, 2023
And it gets even better! Journeyman quarterback Joshua Dobbs celebrated his first career win as he helped lead the Arizona Cardinals to this impressive victory, depicting how crucial the moment was for various individuals working relentlessly on the Arizona team.
However, the Cardinals did not play so well in the first two games of their season. Not only did they lose to the Washington Commanders , but they also suffered a ruthless defeat against the New York Giants. The Cardinals gave up 31 points in the last half of the game, cause a strong heartbreak for the team. So, this win against the Cowboys was a big change for the Cardinals.
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In the third week of the NFL season, the Cowboys had the ball, and they moved it 75 yards in 13 plays. They scored a touchdown when Rico Dowdle ran 15 yards into the end zone. This happened with a little more than five minutes left in the second quarter, hence staging an important moment in the game.
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LANDOVER, MD – SEPTEMBER 10: Arizona Cardinals quarterback Joshua Dobbs 9 scrambles out of the pocket during the NFL, American Football Herren, USA game between the Arizona Cardinals and the Washington Commanders on September 10, 2023 at Fed Ex Field in Landover, MD. Photo by Mark Goldman/Icon Sportswire NFL: SEP 10 Cardinals at Commanders EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon749230910145
The Cowboys’ quarterback Dak Prescott was just not given the right support. While he threw the ball 40 times, his team only caught it 25 times. He threw the ball 249 yards and only one time his teammate caught it in the end zone. Prescott even himself had a bad day, not being on his best performance. The Cowboys had the ball more than the Cardinals even, but they still scored 12 points less.
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Now, as the next games approach, the Cowboys are gearing up to face the New England Patriots, while the Cardinals are set to take on the San Francisco 49ers. It remains to be seen how both teams will fare in their upcoming matchups.
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