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Cardinals: No one knew what to expect from the Cardinals' defense heading into Friday night, but it put a unit on display that may exceed expectations this season. Yes, it's the first preseason game but the way the front seven got pressure on Broncos quarterback
Russell Wilson isn't likely to subside going forward. Defensive lineman
L.J. Collier had a batted pass, linebacker
Dennis Gardeck sacked Wilson, and the Cardinals' starting defense had three quarterback hurries, including one on the play right after Gardeck's sack, all before the second unit took the field. And, at one point, outside linebacker
Zaven Collins, who made a position switch this offseason, dropped a massive hit in the first quarter. The depth the second team showed gives hope that this Cardinals' defense could help anchor this team while
Kyler Murray works to return. --
Josh Weinfuss
Next game: vs. Chiefs (8 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 19)
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Broncos: The Broncos have continued to see depth issues appear during training camp and they crept up in their preseason opener Friday night. The projected regulars exited the game in the second quarter with the Broncos leading 10-0 and in control. What followed were difficulties from the reserves, including a blocked field goal by the Cardinals, four penalties by reserve offensive linemen and a wobbly outing from backup quarterback
Jarrett Stidham (5-of-15 passing with an interception). Defensive lineman
Elijah Garcia (two sacks), safety
Delarrin Turner-Yell and rookie running back
Jaleel McLaughlin were notable exceptions among the reserves -- McLaughlin scored a 4-yard touchdown with 1:30 to play -- but overall what has been one of the team's biggest concerns coming into training camp is still just that. --
Jeff Legwold
The NFL preseason continued on Friday with six more games. Here are the key performances from opening night of Week 1.
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