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Cardinals struggle with inconsistencies and defensive issues early in season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 5:50 PM

Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Cardinals struggle with inconsistencies and defensive issues early in season

Summary

The Arizona Cardinals face challenges early in the NFL season, sitting at 1-3. After an upset win against the Los Angeles Chargers, the Cardinals have struggled offensively and defensively. Their defense, under Coordinator Nick Rallis, ranks low in key categories and is allowing significant yardage through the air. Rallis acknowledged that better execution and fundamentals are necessary for improvement as the team approaches upcoming games.

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By the Numbers

•Cardinals upset Chargers in Week 1, but lost three consecutive games.
•Defense ranks 27th in EPA and is among the worst in pass pressure.
•Missed tackles and penalties have contributed to costly errors.
•Next games will provide opportunities for the Cardinals to improve.

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5:50 PMYahoo Sports — Can the Cardinals Overcome the Dark Start to Their Season?

What they're saying

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Through the first four weeks of the NFL season, the word to describe the Cardinals has to be “inconsistent.” In week one, they upset the Los Angeles Chargers on the road, which seemed like a huge upset. Over the next three games, both of those teams have struggled tremendously. The Cardinals’ offense has looked solid, […] The post Can the Cardinals Overcome the Dark Start to Their Season? appeared first on The Lead.
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