Arizona Cardinals: 2017 game predictions

ATLANTA, GA - AUGUST 26: Carson Palmer #3 of the Arizona Cardinals runs off the field against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 26, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)
ATLANTA, GA - AUGUST 26: Carson Palmer #3 of the Arizona Cardinals runs off the field against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on August 26, 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) /
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SANTA CLARA, CA – OCTOBER 06: David Johnson #31 of the Arizona Cardinals rushes with the ball against the San Francisco 49ers during their NFL game at Levi’s Stadium on October 6, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
SANTA CLARA, CA – OCTOBER 06: David Johnson #31 of the Arizona Cardinals rushes with the ball against the San Francisco 49ers during their NFL game at Levi’s Stadium on October 6, 2016 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /

at San Francisco 49ers

A quick turnaround for the Cardinals to be facing the 49ers.  They will be coming off the bye week in week nine.  The last time they played the 49ers in San Francisco in November, Carson Palmer struggled to a 19-13 victory.

That was in 2015.  He missed the trip to the bay area last season due to a concussion.  This one could be tough as well.  They usually play the Cardinals pretty tough at home.

Don’t look for a huge blowout here,  A close game that could be won by either side is what will likely ensue.  Just hope the Cardinals can limit their turnovers against the Niners defense.

Brian Hoyer may be able to provide enough magic though to give the Cardinals their second loss of the season.  Luckily, the Cardinals have a defense that can take care of business up front.

This looks to be another lower-scoring game.  Do not be surprised to see a defensive touchdown or two in this one.

This will also be the return of punter Andy Lee and kicker Phil Dawson to San Francisco.  They both figure to be a factor here.

Cardinals 17 49ers 16