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Cardinals secure victory over Chargers in season opener

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Cardinals secure victory over Chargers in season opener

Summary

The Arizona Cardinals defeated the Los Angeles Chargers, 26-14, on September 13, 2026, in Inglewood, California. This marks the Cardinals' first victory since November 2025 and head coach Mike LaFleur's first win in his debut. The Cardinals' defense impressed, limiting Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert to 209 passing yards and forcing a turnover on downs in the red zone. Arizona's offense showed signs of improvement with steady quarterback play from Jacoby Brissett, who threw for 277 yards and a touchdown. The team will look to build on this performance in their next game.

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By the Numbers

•Cardinals score first win since November 2025
•Mike LaFleur secures first win as head coach
•Defense holds Chargers to 14 points and 268 total yards
•Jacoby Brissett passes for 277 yards and one touchdown
•Arizona improves its offensive efficiency compared to 2025

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For the first time since November 3, 2025, the Arizona Cardinals entered victory formation. They held on to take down the Los Angeles Chargers, 26-14 — an upset that would...
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