News Summary
The Arizona Cardinals secured a victory against the New Orleans Saints, winning 20-13 in their NFL Week 1 matchup at Caesars Superdome. Quarterback Kyler Murray threw for two touchdowns and led the offense with significant support from running back Trey Benson. The Cardinals’ defense held the Saints to just 13 points, with key moments from safety Budda Baker sealing the hard-fought win. Despite the penalties affecting the Saints’ gameplay, the Cardinals are now looking to build on this momentum as they prepare to face the Carolina Panthers in their next game.
New Orleans, Louisiana – The Arizona Cardinals emerged victorious against the New Orleans Saints with a score of 20-13 in their NFL Week 1 matchup, held at Caesars Superdome on Sunday, September 7, 2025. This win marked an encouraging start to the season for the Cardinals, as they secured a hard-fought victory on the road, improving their record to 1-0.
Quarterback Kyler Murray, who was dealing with an illness leading up to the game, threw for 163 yards and two touchdowns. Murray completed 21 of 29 pass attempts, while also contributing to the ground game with 38 rushing yards on seven attempts. He did encounter pressure from the Saints defense, being sacked five times during the game. The second-year running back Trey Benson had a standout performance, leading Arizona’s rushing attack with 69 yards on eight carries, highlighted by a career-long run of 52 yards.
The receiving corps played a crucial role in the Cardinals’ offense, with first-round draft pick Marvin Harrison Jr. making his debut with five receptions for 71 yards and one touchdown. Tight end Trey McBride also had a significant impact, contributing six catches for 61 yards.
For the Saints, quarterback Spencer Rattler struggled to find the end zone, throwing for 214 yards without any touchdowns or interceptions during his seventh career start. Rattler completed 27 of 46 passes and was sacked once. The Saints did manage to score on an 18-yard touchdown run from Alvin Kamara in the second quarter, culminating a 10-play, 75-yard drive that momentarily put them on the board.
Late in the game, Blake Grupe kicked a 28-yard field goal for the Saints, narrowing the deficit to 20-13. However, the Cardinals’ defense remained resolute. A critical moment arose late in the fourth quarter when the Saints advanced to the Arizona 18-yard line but were unable to convert after three consecutive incomplete passes. This series concluded with a dramatic play involving safety Budda Baker, who knocked the ball away from tight end Juwan Johnson, effectively sealing the win for Arizona.
The Cardinals’ defense demonstrated their prowess, limiting the Saints to just 13 points throughout the contest. Arizona’s head coach Jonathan Gannon expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance despite acknowledging room for improvement and a focus on learning from the game. However, the match was marred by penalties, with the Saints committing 13 penalties over the course of the game, impacting their overall performance.
In terms of injuries, linebacker Zaven Collins left the game with a hand injury, while safety Joey Blount and linebacker Cody Simon were evaluated for concussions. Their statuses will be monitored as the team prepares for future matchups.
The Cardinals are set to host the Carolina Panthers in Week 2 at State Farm Stadium on September 14, 2025, looking to build on their early success. In their last encounter against New Orleans in 2022, the Cardinals also secured a victory, winning 42-34.
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Additional Resources
- Arizona Cardinals Official Site
- AZ Central
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- Google Search: Arizona Cardinals vs New Orleans Saints September 7 2025
- Wikipedia: 2025 Arizona Cardinals season
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