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When Opportunity Knocked, Tyler Allgeier Answered With Super(man) Performance

Running back will be lead runner with Love on IR…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 12:07 AM
When Opportunity Knocked, Tyler Allgeier Answered With Super(man) Performance
Key Things to Know
  • Tyler Allgeier earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week honors following a two-touchdown performance against the Dallas Cowboys.
  • Allgeier will serve as the Cardinals' lead running back with Jeremiyah Love placed on Injured Reserve.
  • Against Dallas, Allgeier rushed for 147 yards on 11 carries and caught five passes for 44 yards.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tyler Allgeier earned NFC Offensive Player of the Week honors after stepping up during the Arizona Cardinals' matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. Despite initially being relegated to a third-down role, Allgeier became the primary running back when Jeremiyah Love and Bam Knight exited due to injuries. Allgeier totaled 147 rushing yards on 11 carries, added 44 receiving yards on five catches, and scored two touchdowns in the performance.

With Love placed on Injured Reserve and Knight currently in concussion protocol, Allgeier is slated to serve as Arizona's lead running back against the Seattle Seahawks. The Cardinals enter the Week 9 divisional matchup navigating several offensive adjustments, including starting quarterback Gardner Minshew and multiple offensive line changes.

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