Cards' Shough turning injuries into positives, eyes big year
Murray displays leadership in leading Cardinals to come-from-behind victory
With the Cardinals facing a 14-3 deficit in the second quarter against the Eagles, it was easy to be pessimistic about their chances of pulling out a victory. But quarterback Kyler Murray and the rest of the team refused to give up, and they rallied for a 26-16 victory.
Murray was brilliant in the second half. He overcame an early interception due to miscommunication with wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins and threw for 222 yards and two touchdowns. He also improved his career record as a starter to 33-17, surpassing Jim Kelly on the Cardinals franchise's all-time wins list.
After a shaky start to the season, the Cardinals have now won two straight games and sit at 3-2.
Shough's injury-riddled past helping him become more resilient
Resilient rookie stepping into starting QB role for 49ers amid injuries
Trey Lance's season-ending ankle injury in Week 2 put the 49ers in a tough spot at quarterback. But rookie Brock Purdy, the last pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, has stepped up in a big way.
In two starts, Purdy has led the 49ers to two wins, including a 37-15 victory over the Panthers in Week 5. He has thrown for 510 yards and six touchdowns with just one interception.
Purdy's performance has been a pleasant surprise for the 49ers. He was not expected to play much this season, but he has shown that he is capable of leading this team to success.
49ers' Purdy embracing underdog role, thriving in starting QB role
Brock Purdy is embracing his role as the underdog. The last pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, Purdy has been thrust into the starting quarterback role for the 49ers due to injuries to Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo.
Purdy has not shied away from the challenge. He has played with confidence and poise, leading the 49ers to two wins in his two starts.
Purdy's success is a testament to his hard work and determination. He is a talented quarterback who is making the most of his opportunity.
