Cardinals struggle in 31-7 loss to Seahawks in Week 2

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Cardinals struggle in 31-7 loss to Seahawks in Week 2
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The Arizona Cardinals faced the Seattle Seahawks on September 20, suffering a 31-7 defeat. This loss marked a significant drop from their prior optimism, as the Cardinals completed only 17 passes for 95 yards, with none exceeding nine yards. The game saw defensive struggles, particularly in the second half, where they allowed 24 points. The Cardinals, after a tie at halftime, were exposed by the Seahawks' elite defense, even without their starting quarterback. The performance raised questions about quarterback Jacoby Brissett's effectiveness under pressure and highlighted defensive gaps against key Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

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  • Cardinals gain just 95 passing yards against Seahawks.
  • Jacoby Brissett records one touchdown and one interception.
  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba catches nine passes for 155 yards and three touchdowns.
  • Cardinals tie at halftime before yielding 24 second-half points.
  • Loss follows a hopeful Week 1 performance against the Chargers.
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The Arizona Cardinals entered Week 2 full of optimism. In a 31-7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, they instead got a deflating return to reality.

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