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Beaks & Geeks: Cardinals, Giants Winners & Losers: Arizona on the doorstep again

The Arizona Cardinals find themselves at a crossroads with their Week 4 matchup against the New York Football Giants. At 1-2-0, a loss would send the team into the abyss and getting to the surface wouldn’t be likely. There are…

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 10:44 PM
Beaks & Geeks: Cardinals, Giants Winners & Losers: Arizona on the doorstep again
Key Things to Know
  • Barry Shuck breaks down the Cardinals' winners and losers following a 36-24 defeat against the Giants.
  • The New York Giants defeated the Arizona Cardinals 36-24 after Arizona failed to score on a late goal-line drive.
  • Quarterback Jacoby Brissett completed 21 of 35 passes for 166 yards, two touchdowns, and three interceptions.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Barry Shuck evaluates the Arizona Cardinals' standout performers and key shortcomings following their 36-24 road loss to the New York Giants. The Cardinals dropped to 1-2 on the season after failing to capitalize on multiple leads, culminating in a turnover at the Giants' four-yard line in the final seconds of the game.

Shuck highlights strong performances from kicker Chad Ryland, nickelback Garrett Williams, and defensive tackle Walter Nolen. However, the writer criticizes quarterback Jacoby Brissett's three interceptions, poor late-game play calling, and offensive inconsistency as decisive factors in Arizona's defeat.

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