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Arizona Cardinals keep it close, but 49ers offense is a more than they can handle

For the Arizona Cardinals there were opportunities to make plays that changed things. And in the end they hung in for more than they could have, but they also are not quite ready to take on good teams, even if…

Published: Sunday, 27 September 2026 at 11:22 PM
Arizona Cardinals keep it close, but 49ers offense is a more than they can handle
Key Things to Know
  • The San Francisco 49ers defeated the Arizona Cardinals 36-30.
  • Jeremiyah Love recorded 90 rushing yards, five receptions for 19 yards, and one touchdown for the Cardinals.
  • Arizona needed 52 pass attempts to accumulate 280 passing yards.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Arizona Cardinals fell short against the San Francisco 49ers, losing 36-30 in their matchup. Despite generating a major special teams play and closing the deficit in the fourth quarter, Arizona's defense was unable to consistently halt San Francisco's offense to complete a comeback.

Offensively, the Cardinals totaled 280 passing yards across 52 attempts. Running back Jeremiyah Love recorded 90 rushing yards on 21 carries alongside five catches for 19 yards and a touchdown, while defensive coordinator Nick Rallis faced challenges matching up against 49ers tight end George Kittle late in the contest.

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