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Cardinals struggle in Minshew's first start against Seahawks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 1:49 AM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

Cardinals struggle in Minshew's first start against Seahawks

Summary

The Arizona Cardinals lost 17-3 to the Seattle Seahawks on November 8, 2026, in Gardner Minshew's first start at quarterback. After stepping in for Jacoby Brissett, who was traded to Baltimore, Minshew completed 21 of 30 passes for 166 yards, with no touchdowns and three sacks. The Cardinals’ offense produced only 198 total yards and converted 4 of 13 on third downs. Minshew noted the team's struggles to find rhythm against a strong Seahawks defense, missing opportunities to score, including a late drive that ended with an incomplete pass on fourth down. Head coach Mike LaFleur attributed the poor offensive performance to a collective effort, not solely on Minshew.

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By the Numbers

•Minshew makes first start for Cardinals; Brissett traded to Ravens
•Arizona's offense held to 198 total yards
•Minshew struggles with no touchdowns and three sacks
•Cardinals only score a field goal in the game
•Arizona failed to convert crucial fourth down late in the game

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1:49 AMYahoo Sports — No Minshew Magic for the Cardinals against the Seahawks as QB struggles in his first game as starter

What they're saying

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SEATTLE (AP) — A week after an improbable comeback win, Minshew Magic vanished against Seattle.Gardner Minshew and the Arizona Cardinals couldn’t repeat the formula that worked against the Dallas Cowboys and their porous defense, when Minshew took over for the struggling Jacoby Brissett in the third quarter, threw three touchdown passes and led Arizona to a 33-30 overtime victory.
— Yahoo Sportsby LUKE OLSON

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