Arizona Cardinals: The good, bad, and ugly

By Scott Allen | Oct 24, 2016

Oct 23, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs the ball as Seattle Seahawks cornerback DeShawn Shead (35) and cornerback Jeremy Lane (20) defend during overtime at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports /

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Oct 17, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians against the New York Jets at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

The bad

The Cardinals offensive line gave up four sacks. It could have been more had Palmer not been quicker with getting the ball out. It was not a good showing for anyone on the offensive line.

For the first time since I can remember, there must be some blame in this loss placed on coaching. The Cardinals failed on a fourth and one instead of attempting a field goal in the first half.

Then coach Bruce Arians challenged Seahawks Bobby Wagner leaping to block a field goal. To top it off, Arians chose not to allow Johnson to finish what he started after getting the ball down to the one-yard line in overtime. At least use your downs there. The Cardinals kicked on third down.

Penalties also played a part. The Seahawks were more ugly than bad in this area with 10 penalties for 90 yards. The Cardinals had six penalties for 45 yards but it was the timing of the penalties that was bad for them.

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