Mike LaFluer just became the first non-interim coach to win his Cardinals debut since Don Coryell in 1973.
The Cardinals open the 2026 season with a 26-14 win in Los Angeles against the Chargers.
Mike LaFleur takes home the win in his NFL head coaching debut
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Defense was the story as the Cardinals held Justin Herbert to 209 passing yards, sacking him three times and forcing an interception.
The openeing drive ended with a bang, Jeremiyah Love scored his first career NFL touchdown.
Jeremiyah Love opens up his NFL career with a TD!
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Jacoby Brissett was 27-37 with 277 yards and a touchdown.
Next week the 1-0 Cardinals will face the 1-0 Seahawks, who will be without starting quarterback Sam Darnold.
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