Studs and duds in Cardinals’ 20-19 loss to Falcons
On Sunday, the Arizona Cardinals lost their sixth consecutive game to Atlanta Falcons 20-19.
It was a positive effort. Some players stood out, but others fell short.
Who were the studs or dudes in the loss?
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STUD: Trey McBride
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McBride had not only his first NFL touchdown but also led Cardinals in receiving with seven receptions for 78 yards. After Zach Ertz’s season ending injury, McBride’s play has steadily improved.
DUD: LS Hunter Bradley
Bradley was Aaron Brewer’s replacement in his first Cardinals game. His snaps on field goal were poor, which led to Matt Prater’s missed kick, the difference in the game. He appeared to also miss an assignment when Andy Lee’s punt was blocked.
STUD: K Matt Prater
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Prater’s four field goals accounted for 12 of the Cardinals’ 19 points and his 57-yard field goal gave the Cardinals the lead before the Falcons made the game-winning field goal.
DUD: DL J.J. Watt
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Watt did have the Cardinals’ only sack of the game but that was his only tackle of the game and he was flagged multiple times for jumping offsides.
STUD: RB James Conner
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Conner was injured but continued to play. Conner reached 110 yards of scrimmage with 79 yards from 16 carries and 31 yards from three catches.