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Studs and duds in the Cardinals’ 17-15 win over Chargers in Week 7
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Studs and duds in the Cardinals’ 17-15 win over Chargers in Week 7

October 21, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Chad Ryland (38) of the Arizona Cardinals celebrates after scoring the game-winning field goal against the Los Angeles Chargers at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credits: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

October 21, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Chad Ryland (38) of the Arizona Cardinals celebrates after scoring the game-winning field goal against the Los Angeles Chargers at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credits: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

The Arizona Cardinals defeated the LA Chargers 17-15 on Monday night to continue their up-and-down season. It is now 3-4.

Some players stood out for the win.

Below we look at the stallions and also at the blind performances of players.

Stud: RB James Conner

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Conner usually ends up here. He totaled 152 yards of offense of the team’s 326 yards. He rushed for 101 yards and had two receptions for 51 yards. He also gave a speech to the team this week that was inspiring.

Stud: K Chad Ryland

Ryland made the game-winning field goal at the end of the game, his second game-winning kick in three weeks. He was good in place of Matt Prater. He made his lone field goal attempt and both extra points Monday night.

Stud: P Blake Gillikin

November 26, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals punter Blake Gillikin (12) against the Los Angeles Rams at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY SportsNovember 26, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals punter Blake Gillikin (12) against the Los Angeles Rams at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

November 26, 2023; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals punter Blake Gillikin (12) against the Los Angeles Rams at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Gillikin had four punts and all were downed inside the 20. His four punts, averaging 44.5 yards without a return, allowed the Chargers to start their drives from the 10, 11, 12 and one-yard lines.

Studs: The line of defense!

October 21, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws a pass under pressure from Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Dante Stills (55) in the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credits: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn imagesOctober 21, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws a pass under pressure from Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Dante Stills (55) in the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credits: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn images

October 21, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws a pass under pressure from Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Dante Stills (55) in the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credits: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn images

The defensive line combined for eight tackles, but had three sacks and five quarterback hits.

They held the Chargers to just 59 rushing yards.

Stud: CB Garrett Williams

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 21: Ladd McConkey #15 of the Los Angeles Chargers makes a pass reception against Garrett Williams #21 of the Arizona Cardinals in the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium on October 21, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)GLENDALE, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 21: Ladd McConkey #15 of the Los Angeles Chargers makes a pass reception against Garrett Williams #21 of the Arizona Cardinals in the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium on October 21, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

GLENDALE, ARIZONA – OCTOBER 21: Ladd McConkey #15 of the Los Angeles Chargers makes a pass reception against Garrett Williams #21 of the Arizona Cardinals in the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium on October 21, 2024 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Williams’ stat line included five tackles and a pass breakup, but his play in coverage was solid. He had a one-step breakup, but was also the reason for several incompletions or short gains.

Dud: QB Clayton tune

Tune played three snaps, had three QB sneaks and failed on two of them. He failed consecutively on third and fourth down and a yard to get the first down.

Dud: WR Marvin Harrison Jr.

October 21, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) watches against the Los Angeles Chargers at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credits: Joe Camporeale-Imagn ImagesOctober 21, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) watches against the Los Angeles Chargers at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credits: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

October 21, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (18) watches against the Los Angeles Chargers at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory credits: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Harrison again played a quiet game. He had just three receptions for 21 yards on six targets. He dropped a step.

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