Kyler Murray’s Unwavering Belief Fuels Last-second Triumph Over Dolphins

Kyler Murray remained unshakeable throughout the game. Even though the Arizona Cardinals were down by two touchdowns in the final quarter, he was confident in his ability to deliver the plays his team needed. With his impeccable performance, Murray propelled the Cardinals into a position for a decisive field goal by Chad Ryland as the clock wound down for the second consecutive week. Such an action dealt a blow to Tua Tagovailoa’s comeback from a concussion, resulting in a nail-biting 28-27 victory over the Miami Dolphins on Sunday.

Murray’s Confidence in His Team

“I like us,” Murray declared. “I want the ball in my hands. I want the ball in our hands. With the offensive talents we boast, provided we stick to the plan and execute, I believe we can rank among the top offenses in the league.”

Murray masterminded two scoring drives in the fourth quarter, helping the Cardinals overturn a nine-point deficit. The first concluded with a 2-yard touchdown run by James Conner, bringing Arizona within two points at 27-25. The second was a meticulously executed 13-play, 71-yard campaign that consumed the final 5:01 and culminated with Ryland’s 34-yard kick.

Cardinals’ Winning Streak and Notable Performances

The win marked back-to-back victories for the Cardinals (4-4), a feat they hadn’t achieved since Oct. 24, 2021. For the first time since A.J. Green and Christian Kirk did it on Sept. 26, 2021, the Cardinals had two players clock over 100 receiving yards in a single game. Rookie Marvin Harrison Jr. delivered 111 yards and a touchdown on six receptions, while tight end Trey McBride topped the Cardinals’ list with nine catches for 124 yards.

“It feels great,” Harrison admitted. “It really does.”

Tagovailoa Returns From Concussion

On the Dolphins’ side, Tagovailoa threw for 234 yards in his first start since being diagnosed with his career’s third known concussion on Sept. 12 against Buffalo. The Dolphins (2-5) delivered their best offensive performance of the season, despite some setbacks. Tagovailoa was cleared to play on Monday after medical clearance, and he completed the concussion protocol on Friday following an examination by an independent neurological consultant.

Tagovailoa executed 28 of 38 passes, though he fumbled the ball on the initial drive, which Miami recovered, and a snap overshot in the third quarter, leading to a safety.

Tagovailoa’s Performance and Reception

“I felt like myself,” Tagovailoa stated. “I’ve been preparing for five weeks as if I were to play while on IR, so it felt natural being out there.”

Tagovailoa’s first pass was a 16-yard completion to fullback Alec Ingold on Miami’s first drive, which concluded with a 1-yard touchdown run by Raheem Mostert. The veteran also had a 6-yard TD run in the fourth.

Miami fans cheered loudly for Tagovailoa as he was introduced and chanted his name after the first scoring drive. The loudest applause, however, came after Tagovailoa scrambled for a first down in the third quarter and slid to avoid a hit, an action he had failed to take when he was injured in Week 2.

Looking Ahead

Next up, the Cardinals will host Chicago on Sunday, while the Dolphins will head to Buffalo. The thrilling final quarter comeback by the Cardinals has set high expectations for the games ahead, promising more exciting NFL action to come.