Game Info
- Matchup: Arizona Cardinals vs Seattle Seahawks
- Date/Time: Fri 26 September, 1:15am BST
- Broadcast: Dazn
- Venue: State Farm Stadium, Glendale, AZ
- Records: Cardinals 2-1 (3rd NFC West), Seahawks 2-1 (4th NFC West)
Why Watch (and What to Expect)
- Pace: Both clubs are among the NFC West’s most explosive in yards/play, hinting at end-to-end action — think Newcastle vs Brighton, both willing to take risks.
- Quarterback duel: Veteran Sam Darnold (SEA) brings top-tier passing production, up against the Cardinals’ rotating QB room searching for consistency.
- Star power: Cooper Kupp (SEA) is off to a blistering start, while Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI) electrifies as the Cardinals’ new attacking threat.
- Recent form: Seattle are fresh off a 44-point win, showcasing attacking potential rarely seen outside the very top Premier League sides.
- Schematics: Expect Seattle’s passing volume to test an Arizona defence still finding its identity, akin to a possession-hogging Liverpool making a mid-table side chase shadows.
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Tips & Predictions
Moneyline lean:
The Seahawks profile as favourites here, leveraging an attack as efficient as Arsenal under Arteta — high yards/play and an elite passer in Darnold. Arizona, scrappy like Wolves when they catch a big team off guard, will need turnovers and efficient red zone play to pull the upset.
Total points strike:
Both sides rank amongst the league’s best in pace (6.1+ and 8.8 yds/play) — this projects to an over, much like a Premier League match where both sides ditch the low block for full-throttle football.
Player angles:
- Cooper Kupp (SEA): Leading the way in receiving yards (710, 6 TDs), profiles for another big outing given Arizona’s coverage struggles.
- Sam Darnold (SEA): In top form (35 TDs, 102.5 rating), fancy him to maintain sharp numbers, with the Cardinals giving up big passing plays.
- Trey Benson (ARI): With feature-back duties and a healthy 4.6 yards/carry, he’s the value pick to find the end zone or cross 70+ rushing yards.
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Matchup : Seattle Seahawks (SEA) @ Arizona Cardinals (ARI)
n/a Place bet Bet Builder Ideas
- Seahawks win + Over 44.5 points + Cooper Kupp to score a touchdown: Ties attacking upside with the league’s in-form receiver.
- Trey Benson 60+ rushing yards + Arizona to score a TD in each half: Capitalising on pace, sustained drives, and a suspect Seattle front seven.
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Key Stats & Trends
| Cardinals (Home) | Seahawks (Away) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pts/Game | 6.0 | 10.0 |
| Yds/Play | 6.1 | 8.8 |
| 3rd Down % | 67.4 | 70.1 |
| Red Zone TD % | 6.0 | 10.0 |
| Turnover Diff | 1 | 2 |
| Pressure Rate | 7 | 3 |
- Seattle have averaged 44 points per game over the last two; Arizona are scoring at a much lower clip but are overperforming red zone conversion forecasts.
- Both teams convert third downs at Man City-like efficiency — above 67% for Arizona, 70%+ for Seattle.
- Arizona have not won vs Seattle in their last four attempts, with an average margin of -9 points.
Head-to-Head
Seattle have dominated recent NFC West meetings, much like Liverpool’s hold over Everton:
- 2024-12-08: Cardinals 18–30 Seahawks
- 2024-11-24: Seahawks 16–6 Cardinals
- 2024-01-07: Cardinals 20–21 Seahawks
- 2023-10-22: Seahawks 20–10 Cardinals
- Overall: Last 4 — Seahawks 4W-0L; Avg margin: 9 pts
Key Matchups
- Cooper Kupp (SEA) vs Cardinals DBs: Kupp’s production has mirrored Mo Salah against suspect full backs — Arizona must double him or risk 100+ yards allowed.
- Seahawks pass rush vs Cardinals O-line: Seattle’s front (3 pressure rate) faces an O-line giving up little, like Newcastle targeting a weak Portsmouth unit of old.
- Trey Benson (ARI) vs Seahawks LBs: If Benson gets to the second level at 4.6 per carry, expect Arizona to move the chains steadily — similar to Brentford exploiting a high-line defence.
Player Watch
- Cardinals:
- Marvin Harrison Jr. (WR): Rookie star, set for big usage. Facing a shaky secondary; expect 6+ targets.
- Trey Benson (RB): Fresh lead role, averaging 4.6 yards/carry; key for controlling pace.
- Jacoby Brissett (QB): Veteran, may rotate snaps; can steady the ship if needed.
- Seahawks:
- Sam Darnold (QB): 35 TDs, 4319 yards — in MVP-form. Faces a pass rush ranked 11th by pressure rate.
- Cooper Kupp (WR): 710 yards, 67 recs, 6 TDs; heavily targeted, can break open any coverage.
- Kenneth Walker III (RB): Complementary backfield, but Seattle’s main rushing threat.
Injuries & Transactions
- Cardinals RB James Conner (foot) placed on IR — Trey Benson now features, which may impact power run game.
- WR Zay Jones (ARI) in concussion protocol, trending out.
- Cardinals OL Kelvin Beachum, Will Hernandez: both Questionable, monitor lines late.
- Seahawks RB Jacardia Wright placed on Practice Squad IR; WR Cody White re-signed to the active squad.
- Cardinals DL Jake Curhan promoted from practice squad; OL Demontrey Jacobs added for depth.
- Monitor all late inactives, especially at RB/OL for Arizona and RB for Seattle.
X-Factors & Tactical Angles
- Seahawks’ road form: Traditionally stronger in open games away; expect their pace to hold up.
- Cardinals’ run-pass balance: Heavy on the run, but with receiver talent primed for more air yards if behind.
- Red zone conversion: Seattle has an edge at 10% (league-high) compared to Arizona’s 6%.
- Special teams: Watch for Seahawks field position sets—Kupp or Smith-Njigba involved on returns.
Key Players
- Trey Benson (ARI)
- 291 rushing yards (4.62 per carry), 1 TD, now the clear RB1 with Conner out.
- Kedon Slovis (ARI QB)
- Limited sample (season), watch for mid-game usage if Brissett struggles.
- Cooper Kupp (SEA)
- 710 receiving yards, 67 receptions, 6 TDs (10.6 yards per catch) — main chain-mover.
- Sam Darnold (SEA)
- 4319 passing yards, 35 TDs, 102.5 QB rating — elite production last 3.
Division & Playoff Context
Arizona Cardinals: Third in the NFC West, still firmly in early playoff contention. This fixture offers key tiebreak leverage versus the Seahawks — a win propels them into the top group. Cardinals team hub.
Seattle Seahawks: Fourth (NFC West) but only on divisional tiebreaks; back-to-back wins have them climbing. Secure a result here, and Seattle could surge ahead of the Cardinals in conference win-rate. Seahawks team hub.
Bottom Line
Expect a contest defined by efficiency offences, highlight-reel receivers, and tactical chess in the red zone. Seattle arrive with a proven attack and big-play ability reminiscent of a top-four Premier League side — that edge, plus the Cards’ injury worries, gives the visitors a modest but clear edge in what could be a high-scoring and fiercely competitive divisional scrap.
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