Packers rally late to claim preseason victory over Cardinals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 3:20 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The Green Bay Packers secured a 42-38 win against the Arizona Cardinals in their preseason finale on August 28. Quarterback Kyle McCord threw for 226 yards, four touchdowns, and led a game-winning drive in the final moments. The Packers rested many starters, including projected starter Jordan Love, leaving questions about their lineup ahead of next month's season opener against Minnesota. This exhibition marked the end of a season marked by uncertainty for the Packers, who must finalize their 53-man roster by Sunday.
- •Kyle McCord completed 22 of 35 passes for 226 yards and 4 touchdowns.
- •Will Sheppard scored on a 12-yard touchdown and an 81-yard punt return.
- •Green Bay's special teams showed improvement under coordinator Cam Achord.
- •The Packers must finalize their 53-man roster by Sunday at 5 p.m.
- •Green Bay's season opener is scheduled for September 13 at Minnesota.
- 3:20 AMYahoo Sports — The Good, Bad And Ugly From The Packers’ Preseason Win Over Arizona
"There were plenty of highs and lows when the Green Bay Packers defeated the Arizona Cardinals, 42-38, Friday.
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