Cardinals seek improvement after season-opening win, but a 1-0 start is better than the alternative – Winnipeg Free Press

TEMPE, Ariz. (AP) — Kyler Murray was under the weather during Sunday’s game and — at times — the offense also looked a little unwell.

The Arizona Cardinals’ revamped defensive front produced just one sack and their special teams allowed a blocked field goal at a crucial moment in the fourth quarter at New Orleans.

Even so, the Cardinals are 1-0 for the first time since 2021 after a 20-13 win over the Saints. This isn’t a franchise that’s in position to complain about a road win to open the season.

It might not have been the dominant showing fans wanted, but it’s a step in the right direction.

“The most important thing is a win, so I feel really good about that,” coach Jonathan Gannon said. “I told the team all three phases made plays to help us win the game. I am sure all three phases,