Cardinals edge Rams 18-16 with last-second field goal

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Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Cardinals edge Rams 18-16 with last-second field goal
Summary

The Arizona Cardinals earned an 18-16 victory over the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on October 18, 2026. Kicker Chad Ryland made six field goals, including the game-winner as time expired, marking the Cardinals' first win this season after four straight losses. The victory ended an eight-game skid against NFC West teams and a three-game losing streak to the Rams. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett achieved his first fourth-quarter comeback. The Cardinals’ defense contributed by stopping the Rams on fourth down twice and allowing no points during five consecutive series. With this win, Arizona improves to 2-4 and matches the Rams' record.

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  • •Cardinals snap four-game losing streak this season.
  • •Chad Ryland kicks the game-winning field goal as time expires.
  • •Defense stops Rams twice on fourth down during the game.
  • •Arizona improves to 2-4, matching the Rams' record.
  • •Jacoby Brissett achieves first game-winning drive in 18 starts.
Latest Updates
  • 12:19 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals 18, Rams 16: Arizona moves out of last place in NFC West
  • 12:06 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals 18, Rams 16: Arizona snaps multiple streaks with win
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Thanks to a win over the Rams, the Cardinals, at least for this week, aren't in last place.

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The Cardinals' win on Sunday snapped a few losing streaks.

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