Cardinals thwart Panthers' comeback attempt in dominant victory

In a Week 2 NFL game, the Arizona Cardinals (2-0) defeated the Carolina Panthers (0-2) 41-10 at Bank of America Stadium. Led by an explosive offense from Kyler Murray and the stellar debut of Marvin Harrison Jr., the Cardinals thwarted a late comeback attempt by the Panthers to solidify their unbeaten streak.

Game Summary:

First Quarter: Arizona took the lead with a 5-yard touchdown pass from Murray to Harrison Jr. (7-0), followed by a field goal by Matt Prater (10-0).

Second Quarter: The Cardinals extended their lead with a 1-yard rushing touchdown by James Conner and a 15-yard pass from Murray to Harrison Jr. (24-0 at halftime). Carolina responded with an Eddy Piñeiro field goal.

Third Quarter: Murray connected with Michael Wilson for a 30-yard touchdown (31-3). The Panthers scored their only touchdown on a 2-yard run by Chuba Hubbard.

Fourth Quarter: Arizona sealed the scoring with a touchdown by Trey McBride and another field goal by Prater, while Carolina couldn't get any closer after a forced fumble.

Individual Highlights:
Kyler Murray (Cardinals): 24/32, 315 yards, 3 TDs, 0 INTs.
Marvin Harrison Jr. (Cardinals): 6 receptions, 130 yards, 2 TDs.
James Conner (Cardinals): 18 carries, 85 yards, 1 TD.
Bryce Young (Panthers): 15/28, 145 yards, 0 TDs, 2 INTs.
Chuba Hubbard (Panthers): 12 carries, 60 yards, 1 TD.

Key Stats:
Total yards: Cardinals 450, Panthers 225.
First downs: Cardinals 26, Panthers 14.
Possession: Cardinals 34:20, Panthers 25:40.
Turnovers: Cardinals 0, Panthers 3 (2 INT, 1 fumble).

Arizona's defense dominated Bryce Young with four sacks and two key interceptions, while the offense capitalized on Carolina's mistakes. The Panthers attempted a fourth-quarter comeback, but a Young fumble sealed their fate. This win marks the Cardinals' best start to a season since 2015.