The Week 6 matchup between Arizona and Green Bay ended with a 34-13 Packers victory at Lambeau Field. Jordan Love threw four touchdown passes while the Cardinals committed three costly turnovers in this NFC contest.
Quick Reference: Essential Stats
Game Result: Green Bay 34, Arizona 13
Passing Leaders: Love 4 TD passes (258 yards) vs Murray 1 TD pass (214 yards)
Rushing Leaders: Jacobs 62 yards (GB) vs Conner 24 yards (AZ)
Receiving Leader: McBride 8 catches, 96 yards (AZ)
Turnovers: Cardinals 3 lost vs Packers 1 lost
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Jordan Love’s Four-Touchdown Showcase
Love completed 22 of 32 pass attempts for 258 yards and four touchdowns, achieving a 119.5 passer rating. This performance marked his second four-touchdown game within two weeks.
The Green Bay quarterback distributed passes to nine different receivers while his offensive line prevented any sacks. His lone interception occurred when receiver Bo Melton slipped on wet Lambeau Field turf.
Love’s Key Numbers:
- 68.8% completion percentage
- 8.1 yards per attempt average
- Zero times sacked
- Second 4-TD game in two weeks
Kyler Murray’s Statistical Reality
Murray completed 22 of 32 attempts for 214 yards with one touchdown pass, earning a 97.7 passer rating. His completion rate matched Love’s at 68.8%, but Arizona’s offense struggled to generate explosive plays.
Murray gained just 14 rushing yards on seven attempts as Green Bay’s defense contained his mobility throughout the contest.
QB Performance Comparison
| Category | Jordan Love (GB) | Kyler Murray (AZ) |
|---|---|---|
| Completions/Attempts | 22/32 | 22/32 |
| Passing Yards | 258 | 214 |
| Yards Per Attempt | 8.1 | 6.7 |
| Touchdowns | 4 | 1 |
| Interceptions | 1 | 0 |
| Passer Rating | 119.5 | 97.7 |
| Times Sacked | 0 | 0 |
Love’s passes averaged 1.4 more yards per attempt than Murray’s, reflecting Green Bay’s ability to attack downfield while Arizona relied on shorter completions.
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Ground Game Breakdown
Green Bay’s Rushing Success
Josh Jacobs carried 18 times for 62 yards as the primary back. Emanuel Wilson contributed explosive plays with 54 yards on just seven attempts, averaging 7.7 yards per carry. The Packers totaled 179 rushing yards on 38 attempts.
Wilson’s efficiency complemented Jacobs’ workload approach, giving Green Bay two distinct rushing threats that kept Arizona’s defense guessing.
Arizona’s Ground Struggles
James Conner managed only 24 yards on seven carries against Green Bay’s defensive front. Rookie Trey Benson led Arizona rushers with 26 yards on five attempts, but the Cardinals totaled just 89 rushing yards across all players.
Rushing Statistics
| Player | Team | Carries | Yards | Average | Longest | TD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Josh Jacobs | GB | 18 | 62 | 3.4 | 14 | 0 |
| Emanuel Wilson | GB | 7 | 54 | 7.7 | 16 | 0 |
| Trey Benson | AZ | 5 | 26 | 5.2 | 20 | 0 |
| Emari Demercado | AZ | 4 | 25 | 6.3 | 8 | 0 |
| James Conner | AZ | 7 | 24 | 3.4 | 9 | 0 |
Green Bay averaged 4.7 yards per carry compared to Arizona’s 3.9 yards per attempt. This ground game disparity forced the Cardinals into predictable passing situations.
Pass Catching Performances
Christian Watson’s Big-Play Impact
Watson caught three passes for 68 yards and one touchdown, averaging 22.7 yards per reception. His 44-yard touchdown reception broke open the game during Green Bay’s first-half dominance.
Watson’s return from ankle injury provided the deep threat Green Bay needed to stretch Arizona’s defense vertically.
Romeo Doubs’ Redemption Performance
Doubs returned from a one-game suspension for conduct detrimental to the team after missing practices. He caught three passes for 49 yards and two touchdowns, immediately contributing upon his return.
His teammates embraced him after his first touchdown, demonstrating team unity despite the recent disciplinary action.
Trey McBride’s Volume Reception
McBride caught eight passes for 96 yards on eight targets, handling 25% of Arizona’s total pass attempts. His heavy usage became predictable after Marvin Harrison Jr. left with a concussion.
McBride’s perfect catch rate on targets demonstrated his reliability, but Arizona’s over-reliance on him limited offensive unpredictability.
Top Receiving Performances
| Player | Team | Catches | Yards | Avg | Long | TD | Targets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trey McBride | AZ | 8 | 96 | 12.0 | 27 | 0 | 8 |
| Christian Watson | GB | 3 | 68 | 22.7 | 44 | 1 | 4 |
| Romeo Doubs | GB | 3 | 49 | 16.3 | 20 | 2 | 4 |
| Emari Demercado | AZ | 5 | 39 | 7.8 | 13 | 0 | 7 |
| Jayden Reed | GB | 6 | 28 | 4.7 | 7 | 1 | 6 |
Harrison Jr.’s Injury Impact
Harrison Jr. exited in the second quarter after suffering a concussion when his head contacted linebacker Isaiah McDuffie’s thigh on an incomplete pass. His departure removed Arizona’s primary deep threat.
Green Bay spread targets across multiple receivers while Arizona concentrated on McBride after losing their top draft pick to injury.
Defensive Player Statistics
Green Bay’s Tackle Leaders
Quay Walker recorded 11 total tackles with 10 solo stops to pace the Packers defense. Rookie linebacker Javon Bullard contributed eight tackles with seven solo stops.
Edgerrin Cooper, another rookie defender, added eight tackles with six solo efforts, demonstrating Green Bay’s young defensive talent.
Turnover Generation
Three different Packers recovered fumbles during the game:
- Karl Brooks: 1 fumble recovery
- Jaire Alexander: 1 fumble recovery
- Kenny Clark: 1 fumble recovery
These recoveries occurred on consecutive Arizona possessions in the second half, ending any comeback hopes.
Arizona’s Defensive Efforts
Krys Barnes led Arizona with 10 total tackles and one tackle for loss. Budda Baker contributed seven tackles, but the Cardinals failed to force any turnovers throughout the contest.
Leading Defensive Statistics
| Player | Team | Total Tackles | Solo | TFL | PD | INT | FF | FR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quay Walker | GB | 11 | 10 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Krys Barnes | AZ | 10 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Javon Bullard | GB | 8 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Edgerrin Cooper | GB | 8 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Budda Baker | AZ | 7 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Neither team recorded a sack, but Green Bay’s containment strategy limited Murray’s scrambling ability to 14 rushing yards on seven attempts.
Special Teams Contributors
Return Game Excellence
Keisean Nixon returned two punts for 47 total yards, including a crucial 39-yard return that set up a Green Bay touchdown. His kickoff returns averaged 30.0 yards on two attempts.
Nixon’s 39-yard punt return came at a critical moment, directly leading to seven points during a second-quarter sequence that extended Green Bay’s lead.
Placekicking Results
Chad Ryland replaced injured Matt Prater (second consecutive game with knee injury) and converted both field goal attempts from 38 and 40 yards. Green Bay’s Brayden Narveson made two of three field goals, missing from 44 yards.
Ryland maintained perfect accuracy while Narveson’s missed field goal continues concerns about Green Bay’s placekicking consistency.
| Kicking Performance | Chad Ryland (AZ) | Brayden Narveson (GB) |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals Made/Attempted | 2/2 | 2/3 |
| Extra Points Made/Attempted | 1/1 | 4/4 |
| Longest Field Goal | 40 yards | 41 yards |
| Field Goal Percentage | 100% | 66.7% |
Team Efficiency Analysis
Red Zone Success Rates
Green Bay converted two of four red zone opportunities into touchdowns (50.0%). Arizona managed one touchdown in three red zone trips (33.3%).
The difference in red zone efficiency directly contributed to the final score margin, with Arizona settling for field goals when touchdowns were needed.
Third Down Conversions
Green Bay succeeded on seven of 12 third down attempts (58.3%). Arizona converted four of 10 third downs (40.0%).
The Packers’ superior third-down success rate helped sustain drives and control time of possession throughout the game.
Drive Efficiency Comparison
Green Bay’s 11 drives resulted in:
- 5 touchdowns
- 2 field goals
- 1 punt
- 1 interception
- 2 end-of-half situations
- Success Rate: 63.6%
Arizona’s 10 drives resulted in:
- 1 touchdown
- 2 field goals
- 4 punts
- 3 fumbles
- Success Rate: 30.0%
| Team | Total Drives | Touchdowns | Field Goals | Success Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Bay | 11 | 5 | 2 | 63.6% |
| Arizona | 10 | 1 | 2 | 30.0% |
Green Bay converted drives into points at twice Arizona’s rate, demonstrating superior offensive execution.
Penalty Impact Analysis
Arizona’s Discipline Breakdown
The Cardinals committed 13 penalties for 100 yards, far exceeding their season average of 3.8 penalties per game. Multiple Green Bay scoring drives continued due to Arizona defensive infractions.
Specific penalties included neutral zone infractions and defensive holding calls that extended Packers drives at crucial moments.
Green Bay’s Clean Performance
The Packers were flagged five times for 40 yards, maintaining composure despite building a commanding lead.
Penalty Comparison
- Cardinals: 13 penalties, 100 yards
- Packers: 5 penalties, 40 yards
- Net difference: 60 yards favoring Green Bay
Early deficits created desperation for Arizona, leading to aggressive defensive play that backfired with costly infractions.
Game Control Metrics
Time of Possession
Green Bay controlled the ball for 36 minutes, 35 seconds compared to Arizona’s 23 minutes, 25 seconds. This 13-minute advantage kept the Cardinals defense on the field while limiting their offensive opportunities.
Punting Frequency
Arizona punted four times with Blake Gillikin averaging 52.8 yards per punt. Green Bay punted once with Daniel Whelan’s 46-yard effort.
The 4-to-1 punting ratio demonstrates Green Bay’s ability to sustain drives compared to Arizona’s frequent three-and-out possessions.
Possession Statistics
- Green Bay: 36:35 time of possession
- Arizona: 23:25 time of possession
- Difference: 13:10 in favor of Green Bay
Scoring Progression
| Quarter | Arizona | Green Bay | Key Developments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 0 | 7 | Packers end Cardinals’ opening drive TD streak |
| 2nd | 10 | 17 | Arizona finally scores, Green Bay responds |
| 3rd | 3 | 7 | Field goal exchange, momentum maintained |
| 4th | 0 | 3 | Packers control final period |
Green Bay built a 24-0 halftime lead before Arizona scored 13 consecutive points. The Packers’ immediate third-quarter touchdown eliminated any remaining comeback momentum.
The first-quarter shutout ended Arizona’s streak of scoring touchdowns on opening drives in all five previous games this season.
Historical Context and Records
Season Impact
This victory moved Green Bay to 4-2 while Arizona fell to 2-4, creating separation in their respective conference standings.
Jordan Love achieved his second four-touchdown performance in consecutive weeks, establishing consistency as Green Bay’s franchise quarterback.
Individual Milestones
Romeo Doubs successfully returned from suspension for missing team practices, immediately contributing two touchdown receptions.
Trey McBride’s eight receptions represented Arizona’s primary offensive weapon after Harrison Jr.’s injury departure.
Advanced Efficiency Metrics
Per-Play Averages
Green Bay averaged 6.2 yards per play while Arizona averaged 5.5 yards per play. This 0.7-yard advantage accumulated significantly over the course of the game.
First Down Generation
Green Bay earned 27 first downs (15 passing, 9 rushing, 3 penalty) compared to Arizona’s 16 first downs (8 passing, 5 rushing, 3 penalty).
Total Play Volume
Green Bay executed 70 offensive plays while Arizona managed 55 plays, giving the Packers 15 additional opportunities to advance the ball.
| Advanced Metrics | Green Bay | Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Total Plays | 70 | 55 |
| Yards Per Play | 6.2 | 5.5 |
| First Downs | 27 | 16 |
| Third Down % | 58.3% | 40.0% |
Key Individual Performances
Standout Contributors
Jordan Love distributed passes to nine receivers while avoiding sacks and throwing four touchdown passes. His 119.5 passer rating reflected efficient execution throughout the contest.
Trey McBride caught all eight targets for 96 yards, serving as Arizona’s primary offensive option after Harrison Jr.’s injury exit.
Quay Walker anchored Green Bay’s defense with 11 tackles while his unit forced three second-half fumbles.
Underperforming Players
James Conner gained 24 yards on seven carries, unable to establish any ground game rhythm for Arizona.
Arizona’s defense failed to force turnovers while committing 13 penalties that extended Green Bay scoring drives.
Marvin Harrison Jr. caught zero passes on two targets before exiting with a concussion, removing Arizona’s top receiving threat.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which team gained more total yards?
Green Bay outgained Arizona 437 to 303 in total offense, with advantages in both passing (258-214) and rushing (179-89).
What was the turnover difference?
Arizona committed three turnovers (all fumbles) while Green Bay had one interception, creating a two-turnover advantage for the Packers.
How many penalties affected each team?
Arizona was penalized 13 times for 100 yards compared to Green Bay’s five penalties for 40 yards.
Who performed better at quarterback?
Jordan Love threw four touchdown passes with a 119.5 rating while Kyler Murray managed one touchdown with a 97.7 rating.
What happened to Arizona’s top receiver?
Marvin Harrison Jr. suffered a concussion in the second quarter when his head contacted linebacker Isaiah McDuffie’s thigh during an incomplete pass.
Why couldn’t Arizona establish a running game?
Green Bay’s defensive front dominated the line of scrimmage while early deficits forced Arizona into predictable passing situations.
Both teams enter Week 7 with different trajectories following this NFC matchup at Lambeau Field. Green Bay’s balanced offensive execution contrasted with Arizona’s turnover difficulties and penalty problems.
These comprehensive statistical breakdowns cover individual and team performance categories from the Cardinals and Packers Week 6 encounter.
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