Arizona Cardinals Summary

The Arizona Cardinals ended their five-game losing streak with a 27-17 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Monday night. Jacoby Brissett stepped up as the starting quarterback in place of Kyler Murray, who is still recovering from foot issues.

Brissett had an impressive performance, completing 21 of 31 passes for 261 yards, throwing two touchdown passes, and adding a rushing touchdown. His performance was pivotal for the Cardinals, allowing them to improve to a 3-5 record while dropping the Cowboys to 3-5-1.

Despite Brissett's success, Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon affirmed that Murray will return as the starting quarterback once he is fully healthy. This statement came shortly after Brissett's standout game, indicating that while the quarterback competition is being discussed, the team's future plans still center around Murray, who has been the franchise's face since being drafted first overall in 2019.

The Cardinals' win was highlighted by a strong second half where they quickly extended their lead, showcasing the offense's efficiency and Brissett's ability to manage the game. Meanwhile, for the Cowboys, the loss raises concerns as they face a tough path ahead in the playoff race.

The defeat marks the first time this season that the Cowboys have lost consecutive games, as they struggle to find consistency. Dak Prescott, the Cowboys' starting quarterback, also faced challenges during the game, having rolled his ankle but later reported that it was 'fine'.

As the season progresses, both teams will be looking to regroup, but the Cardinals' victory has provided a much-needed boost in morale and confidence for the struggling franchise. Moving forward, the Cardinals will aim to build on this victory while the Cowboys must reassess their strategies to remain in the playoff conversation.