SBNation.com - Rams vs. Cardinals 2013, Week 14: Arizona knocks out St. Louis, 30-10https://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/46737/sbn-fave.png2013-12-09T11:59:27-05:00http://www.sbnation.com/rss/stream/49348232013-12-09T11:59:27-05:002013-12-09T11:59:27-05:00Mathieu tears multiple knee ligaments
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<p>Arizona's prized rookie is done for the season after a brutal knee injury.</p> <iframe src="https://www.sbnation.com/videos/iframe?id=37143" frameborder="0" seamless="true" marginwidth="0" mozallowfullscreen="true" webkitallowfullscreen="true" name="37143-chorus-video-iframe"></iframe>
<p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.revengeofthebirds.com/">Arizona Cardinals</a> defensive back <span>Tyrann Mathieu</span> is done for the season with a torn ACL and LCL suffered against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/st-louis-rams">St. Louis Rams</a> on Sunday afternoon, <a href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/410086532196737024">according to Ian Rapoport</a>.</p>
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<p>Mathieu has been one of the most impactful rookies of the season, starring in Arizona's secondary along with fellow LSU alum Patrick Peterson. Mathieu, who was taken in the third round of last April's draft, amassed 68 tackles, two interceptions, a sack and a forced fumble.</p>
<p>With Mathieu on the shelf, <span>Rashad Johnson</span> is expected to be the proverbial next man up at free safety. Johnson is a five-year veteran who has 44 tackles and three picks on the year.</p>
<p>The Cardinals have quietly put together one of the more talented defenses in the league. Arizona ranks 11th against the pass and third versus the run, thanks to talented players such as <span>Daryl Washington</span>, <span>Darnell Dockett</span>, <span>John Abraham</span> and <span>Calais Campbell</span>.</p>
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https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/12/9/5192200/tyrann-mathieu-injury-torn-acl-lcl-cardinalsMatt Verderame2013-12-09T08:37:11-05:002013-12-09T08:37:11-05:00Tyrann Mathieu could have ACL tear
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<p>The Honey Badger's potential Defensive Rookie of the Year campaign could be done with a ligament tear. </p> <iframe src="https://www.sbnation.com/videos/iframe?id=37143" frameborder="0" seamless="true" marginwidth="0" mozallowfullscreen="true" webkitallowfullscreen="true" name="37143-chorus-video-iframe"></iframe>
<p><a href="https://www.revengeofthebirds.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Arizona Cardinals</a> safety <span>Tyrann Mathieu</span> went down with a knee injury during the team's win over the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/st-louis-rams" class="sbn-auto-link">St. Louis Rams</a>,and reports indicate he could be done for the season. The rookie phenom is scheduled to undergo an MRI on Monday to determine if he has torn his ACL, <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/409843624315076608">according to Ian Rapoport</a>.</p>
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<p>Mathieu <a target="_blank" href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/12/8/5189828/tyrann-mathieu-injury-cardinals">was carted off the field Sunday</a> and did not return after bending his left knee awkwardly while returning a kick during the third quarter. Head coach Bruce Arians stated in his post-game press conference that the injury<a target="_blank" href="http://www.revengeofthebirds.com/2013/12/8/5190198/tyrann-mathieu-injury-rookie-could-be-out-for-rest-of-the-season-with"> "appeared to be" an ACL</a>.</p>
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/kentsomers/status/409848184249516032">Kent Somers of AZCentral reported</a> that Mathieu was seen "bawling his eyes out" after being informed of the likelihood of a ligament tear.</p>
<p>If Mathieu is indeed shelved for the reamainder of 2013, the Cardinals defense loses an impact player who has wasted no time making his presence felt in his first year in the league. The Honey Badger has tallied 68 tackles, a sack, a forced fumble, two interceptions and nine passes defensed in the process of garnering Defensive Rookie of the Year attention.</p>
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https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/12/9/5191460/tyrann-mathieu-injury-acl-cardinalsJeff Gray2013-12-08T19:30:27-05:002013-12-08T19:30:27-05:00Cards beat Rams, stay alive in wild card race
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<p>Needing to win to stay in the race for a wild card spot, Palmer led the Cardinals to their fifth win in six games.</p> <p>Going into the season, few people expected the <a href="https://www.revengeofthebirds.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Arizona Cardinals</a> to compete for any kind of playoff berth, but with three games left to go they have a very real chance of playing bonus games. The Cardinals beat the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/st-louis-rams" class="sbn-auto-link">St. Louis Rams</a> by a score of 30-10 on Sunday to improve to 8-5, giving them five wins in their last six games and keeping them very much alive for a wild card.</p>
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<p>Quarterback <span>Carson Palmer</span> continued his hot play, going 27-of-32 for 269 yards and a touchdown. Palmer now has 12 touchdown passes over his last six games. The Cards kept pace with the <a href="https://www.ninersnation.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">San Francisco 49ers</a>, the team they will face in Week 17.</p>
<p>The Rams fell to 5-8 with a disappointing second loss in a row, but on the bright side they also saw the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/washington-redskins" class="sbn-auto-link">Washington Redskins</a> lose again in Week 14. St. Louis holds the rights to the Redskins' draft pick next season, which at the moment looks like a lock for the top three.</p>
<p>Arizona would like to have a lock on a playoff berth, will have to keep winning to do that.</p>
<p><b>Fantasy Studs and Duds</b></p>
<p><span>Kellen Clemens</span> had done a good job of keeping the Rams alive after <span>Sam Bradford</span> tore his ACL, but he was just 16-of-27 for 181 yards and two interceptions. Running back <span>Zac Stacy</span> was held to 25 rushing yards but did score a touchdown.</p>
<p>Cardinals receiver <span>Larry Fitzgerald</span> had 12 catches for 96 yards and a touchdown, while <span>Michael Floyd</span> was held to just 26 yards and no scores.</p>
<p><b>Injury Report</b></p>
<p>Arizona safety <span>Tyrann Mathieu</span> has been a revelation in the secondary, but he hurt his knee and did not return.</p>
<p><b>Did They Cover?</b></p>
<p>The Cardinals were 4-point favorites, <a href="http://www.oddsshark.com/nfl/st-louis-arizona-odds-december-8-2013" target="_blank">per OddsShark.com</a>, so they covered easily.</p>
<p><b>Up Next</b></p>
<p>Trying to keep their playoff hopes alive, the Cardinals travel to Tennessee to take on the <a href="https://www.musiccitymiracles.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Titans</a> at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, Dec. 15. Meanwhile, the Rams will have to regroup against the <a href="https://www.canalstreetchronicles.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">New Orleans Saints</a>, also on Dec. 15 at 1 p.m. ET.</p>
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https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/12/8/5189364/cardinals-rams-2013-results-scoreKenneth Arthur2013-12-08T18:34:45-05:002013-12-08T18:34:45-05:00Tyrann Mathieu out vs. Rams
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<p>The star rookie safety will not return against St. Louis. </p> <iframe src="https://www.sbnation.com/videos/iframe?id=37143" frameborder="0" seamless="true" marginwidth="0" mozallowfullscreen="true" webkitallowfullscreen="true" name="37143-chorus-video-iframe"></iframe>
<p><a class="sbn-auto-link" href="https://www.revengeofthebirds.com/">Arizona Cardinals</a> safety <span>Tyrann Mathieu</span> injured his leg against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/st-louis-rams">St. Louis Rams</a> on Sunday and was carted off of the field. Mathieu has a knee injury and will not return to the game, <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/AZCardinals/status/409826124097519616">per the Cardinals' official Twitter account.</a></p>
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<p>Mathieu's left leg bent awkwardly on a kick return in the third quarter and he tried to walk it off, but it appeared his knee buckled and he was carted into the locker room. The Cardinals are currently beating the Rams, 23-3, with little doubt that Mathieu's presence on defense has something to do with the lack of scoring by St. Louis. Arizona's second-leading tackler, the rookie safety out of LSU is considered by many to be a good candidate for Defensive Rookie of the Year.</p>
<p>He had his ninth pass deflection of the season on Sunday, and he also has two interceptions and a sack this year.</p>
<p>Mathieu's backup at safety is <span>Rashad Johnson</span>.</p>
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https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/12/8/5189828/tyrann-mathieu-injury-cardinalsKenneth Arthur2013-12-08T17:43:17-05:002013-12-08T17:43:17-05:00Carson Palmer on point vs. St. Louis
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<p>A game-time decision because of an elbow injury, Palmer was active and made the start and is off to an incredibly accurate start versus St. Louis.</p> <p>Bruce Arians wasn't sure that his starting quarterback would be ready to go against the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/st-louis-rams">St. Louis Rams</a> in Week 14, but not only is <span>Carson Palmer</span> playing, he's playing exceptionally well. Leading 14-3 at halftime, Palmer is 16-of-17 for 169 yards, one touchdown and no interceptions. It continues an impressive turnaround this season for the former No. 1 overall pick.</p>
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<p>Acquired from the <a class="sbn-auto-link" href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/oakland-raiders">Oakland Raiders</a> in the offseason, Palmer struggled to acclimate himself to Arians' offense, throwing 13 interceptions over his first seven games. The Cards were also just 3-4 and looked to be out of any postseason talks. However, Palmer came into Sunday with 11 touchdowns over his last five games and Arizona has won four of those contests.</p>
<p>But things were concerning for Arians and Arizona with Palmer questionable to play this week due to an elbow injury. Luckily for them, and unluckily for the Rams, he was active to start the game and is absolutely on point through two quarters. He's finally starting to resemble the player in Cincinnati who once showed as much promise as any young player in the NFL.</p>
<p>It's also been a nice bounce back recently for wide receiver <span>Larry Fitzgerald</span>, who has eight catches for 71 yards and a touchdown at the half.</p>
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https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/12/8/5189642/cardinals-vs-rams-score-carson-palmerKenneth Arthur2013-12-08T09:29:19-05:002013-12-08T09:29:19-05:00Andre Ellington will likely play vs. Rams
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<p>The rookie running back is expected to be back on the field after missing a game with an injured knee.</p> <p><a href="https://www.revengeofthebirds.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Arizona Cardinals</a> running back <span>Andre Ellington</span> will play on Sunday against the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/st-louis-rams" class="sbn-auto-link">St. Louis Rams</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/409687557434130433">according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.</a></p>
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<p>The rookie running back out of Clemson injured his knee against the <a href="https://www.stampedeblue.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Indianapolis Colts</a> on Nov. 24 and was a gametime decision in Week 13 against the <a href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Eagles</a>, but was held out of that game. Ellington was confident he would play against the Rams, despite missing practice to start the week, and stated he was day-to-day heading into the weekend.</p>
<p>Ellington has 441 yards on 73 carries and has emerged as a big play threat opposite <span>Rashard Mendenhall</span>, averaging more than six yards per carry while scoring two touchdowns. The two backs have combined for just over 900 yards and seven touchdowns through 12 games played, with the Cardinals fighting for a playoff spot with a 7-5 record heading into Week 14.</p>
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https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/12/8/5187954/andre-ellington-injury-update-cardinalsBrandon Worley2013-12-08T09:18:52-05:002013-12-08T09:18:52-05:00Carson Palmer will play for Cardinals
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<p>The veteran quarterback says he's ready to play after injuring his elbow last week.</p> <p><a href="https://www.revengeofthebirds.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Arizona Cardinals</a> quarterback <span>Carson Palmer</span> will play on Sunday against the <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/st-louis-rams" class="sbn-auto-link">St. Louis Rams</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeSilver/status/409680612011044864" target="_blank">reports NFL.com's Michael Silver.</a></p>
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<p>The veteran quarterback suffered an elbow injury early in last week's loss to the <a href="https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Philadelphia Eagles</a>, fumbling on the third play of the game when hit hard by Trent Cole. Palmer would finish the game with over 300 yards passing and three touchdowns, but was noticeably affected by the injury as seen by two underthrown balls that were intercepted by the Eagles' defense.</p>
<p>Palmer is in his first season with Arizona after spending the past two years in Oakland. He has the Cardinals in a close fight for a wild card spot in the NFC at 7-5 through 12 games. Palmer has passed for 3,189 yards and 19 touchdowns, along with 17 interceptions, and is enjoying his highest completion percentage (62.8) since 2007 with the <a href="https://www.cincyjungle.com/" class="sbn-auto-link">Bengals</a>.</p>
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https://www.sbnation.com/nfl/2013/12/8/5187920/carson-palmer-injury-update-cardinals-ramsBrandon Worley2013-12-08T08:40:01-05:002013-12-08T08:40:01-05:00How to follow Rams vs. Cardinals in Week 14
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<p>The Rams are playing out the season with their strong defense, but face a tough test against Arizona. Early-season struggles have turned around, and the Cardinals are one of the NFC's most dangerous teams. Playoff hopes are on the line in Glendale, and there are major ramifications in the NFC West.</p> <iframe src="https://www.sbnation.com/videos/iframe?id=36915" frameborder="0" seamless="true" marginwidth="0" mozallowfullscreen="true" webkitallowfullscreen="true" name="36915-chorus-video-iframe"></iframe>
<p dir="ltr"><b>Game Date/Time and Location: </b>Sunday, Dec. 8, 4:25 p.m. ET at University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale, Ariz.</p>
<p dir="ltr"><b>TV schedule and distribution map: </b>Fox; <a href="http://506sports.com/">The506.com</a></p>
<p dir="ltr"><b>Live coverage and updates:</b></p>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="http://www.sbnation.com/nfl/teams/st-louis-rams">Rams</a> blog: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.bucsnation.com/"></a><a href="http://www.turfshowtimes.com/" target="_blank">Turf Show Times</a> / Follow <a href="https://twitter.com/TurfShowTimes" target="_blank">Turf Show Times on Twitter</a></p>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="https://www.revengeofthebirds.com/">Cardinals</a> blog: <a target="_blank" href="http://www.revengeofthebirds.com/">Revenge of the Birds</a> / Follow <a target="_blank" href="https://twitter.com/revengeofbirds">Revenge of the Birds on Twitter</a></p>
<p dir="ltr"><a href="http://www.sbnation.com/scoreboard/nfl">Live NFL Week 14 Scoreboard</a></p>
<p dir="ltr"><b>Radio schedule:</b> St. Louis: 101 ESPN (101.1 FM WXOS); Arizona: Arizona Sports 620 (AM) and News/Talk 92.3 KTAR (FM)</p>
<p dir="ltr"><b>Watch Online: </b>Verizon subscribers can watch games live with the <a href="http://www.nfl.com/mobile">NFL Mobile app</a> (subscription required). <a href="https://gamepass.nfl.com/nflgp/secure/packages">NFL Game Pass</a> offers live online broadcasts to users outside the USA.</p>
<p><b>More on the matchup: </b>St. Louis won a close game when these teams last met in late-September. Sam Bradford threw a touchdown, and <span>Greg Zuerlein</span> kicked a field goal in the final minute to win, 27-24. It's unclear where the Rams would be now if Bradford stayed healthy. The defense is aggressive and talented, but the Cardinals have hit their stride and are one of the league's best offensive teams.</p>
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