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Cardinals' Season Woes Continue: Gannon's Job on the Line

12/31/2025

Summary

Story summary

The Arizona Cardinals lost 37-14 to the Cincinnati Bengals, their 13th loss in 14 games this season.
The offense scored 14 points, their season-low, while the defense allowed 10 of 15 third downs.
Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon's job security is uncertain amid 23 players on injured reserve.
Trey McBride set a National Football League (NFL) receptions record, as the Cardinals finish the season against the Rams next week.

History

Historical Context

The NFL merged with the American Football League in 1970, creating a unified league with two conferences: the American Football Conference (AFC) and the National Football Conference (NFC). This merger increased competition and fan engagement, leading to the establishment of prominent franchises like the Cincinnati Bengals and Arizona Cardinals. The Cardinals' current struggles reflect the challenges teams face during rebuilding phases, emphasizing the need for strategic changes to enhance performance.

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Story summary

The Arizona Cardinals lost 37-14 to the Cincinnati Bengals, their 13th loss in 14 games this season.
The offense scored 14 points, their season-low, while the defense allowed 10 of 15 third downs.
Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon's job security is uncertain amid 23 players on injured reserve.
Trey McBride set a National Football League (NFL) receptions record, as the Cardinals finish the season against the Rams next week.

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