Kyler Murray's Spectacular Run Leads Cardinals to Victory Over 49ers
The Arizona quarterback's record-breaking speed and leadership helped secure a thrilling comeback win against San Francisco.
- Kyler Murray opened the game with a 50-yard touchdown run, reaching a top speed of 21.27 mph, the fastest by a quarterback in eight seasons.
- The Cardinals overcame a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter to defeat the 49ers 24-23, marking their first win against San Francisco under coach Jonathan Gannon.
- Murray was named the Tom Brady LFG Player of the Game, completing 19 of 30 passes for 195 yards and a touchdown, and rushing for 83 yards and another score.
- Arizona's defense held the 49ers to zero points in the second half, forcing three turnovers and allowing only one red-zone conversion out of six attempts.
- Backup kicker Chad Ryland, replacing the injured Matt Prater, made the game-winning 35-yard field goal with 1:37 remaining, after a crucial fourth-down conversion by Murray.