Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on Foxnews.com. The Arizona Cardinals got exactly what they needed out of their franchise quarterback on Sunday as Kyler Murray, in his first game this season, delivered a game-winning drive to beat the Atlanta Falcons, 25-23.
After Desmond Ridder, who replaced the injured Taylor Heinecke late in the game, rushed for a touchdown that gave the Falcons a one-point lead, Murray was tasked with bringing his team downfield for the win.
Murray, who recovered from his torn ACL that he suffered around this time last season, was up for the challenge. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals celebrates a touchdown with teammates against the Atlanta Falcons during the second quarter at State Farm Stadium on November 12, 2023, in Glendale, Arizona. (Mike Christy/Getty Images) The signature play of the drive came on 3rd-and-10 from the Arizona 42-yard line as Murray scrambled outside the pocket to elude the Falcons defense.
Twisting and turning his body, Murray clearly showed that his knee was more than fine as he escaped pressure and rushed for 13 yards to pick up the first down.