The Arizona Cardinals (6-4) aim to solidify their position in the NFC West when they clash with the Seattle Seahawks (5-5) this Sunday afternoon. The matchup is set to unfold at Lumen Field, kicking off at 4:25 PM ET.
Fresh off a commanding 31-6 victory against the Jets as two-point underdogs, the Cardinals look to maintain their winning streak. Meanwhile, the Seahawks are coming off a narrow 20-17 win over the San Francisco 49ers, also as underdogs, this time by six points.
In recent encounters, Seattle holds a strong advantage, winning seven of the last ten matchups against Arizona. Notably, they swept the series in the previous two seasons.
Which team will rise to victory in this crucial NFC West showdown? More insights can be found in this Arizona Cardinals vs. Seattle Seahawks prediction.
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Arizona Aiming for Their Fifth Straight Victory
The Cardinals have rebounded impressively from their earlier defeat to the Packers, notching wins against the Chargers, Dolphins, Bears, and Jets. They successfully covered the spread in four consecutive games. After a bye week, they are eager to continue their momentum and secure a fifth victory against their division rivals.
Arizona’s offense averages 23.8 points per game, with a balanced attack showcasing 197 passing yards and 149.4 rushing yards per game.
Quarterback Kyler Murray demonstrated his prowess by completing 92% of his passes for 266 yards and one touchdown in the recent win over the Jets. Adding to his contribution, he rushed for 21 yards and scored two touchdowns. Running back Trey Benson had 10 carries for 62 yards, while veteran James Conner contributed with eight receptions totaling 80 yards. This season, Murray has completed 69.2% of his passes for 2,058 yards, resulting in 12 touchdowns and only three interceptions, alongside 371 rushing yards and four rushing touchdowns. Conner has rushed for 697 yards, while tight end Trey McBride leads the team with 49 catches for 552 yards.
Defensively, Arizona has held opponents to an average of 22 points per game, positioning them as the 12th best in the league. Their last game showcased a stellar defensive performance, allowing only six points, a trend they will need to continue against the Seahawks.
Injury Report: Safety Jalen Thompson (ankle) and guard Isaiah Adams (back) are both listed as questionable.
Seattle Looking for Back-to-Back Wins
The Seahawks ended a two-game losing streak with a crucial win over the 49ers, bringing them back to an even record and reigniting their hopes for a division title. They seek to extend their winning streak against the Cardinals to six games this Sunday.
Seattle’s offense averages 23 points per game, with 260.9 passing yards and 91.5 rushing yards per game.
Quarterback Geno Smith completed 78% of his throws for 221 yards and one interception in the victory over San Francisco. He added 29 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown to his stat line. Running back Kenneth Walker III contributed with 14 carries for 51 yards and a touchdown, while wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba recorded 10 receptions for 110 yards.
This season, Smith has a completion rate of 69%, accumulating 2,781 passing yards, 11 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions, along with 222 rushing yards and two rushing touchdowns. Jaxon Smith-Njigba has emerged as his primary target, catching 60 passes for 678 yards and three touchdowns.
On the defensive side, Seattle has faced challenges, conceding an average of 23.8 points per game, ranking them 21st in the league. They allowed 17 points in their last game and will need another solid effort to secure a win against Arizona.
Injury Report: Defensive end Leonard Williams (foot), tight end Noah Fant (groin), wide receiver Laviska Shenault Jr. (oblique), and wide receiver Dee Williams (ankle) are all questionable for this matchup.
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