nfl Game Recap
Cardinals Fall 31-9 Against Los Angeles - Game Recap
Arizona was unable to contain C.J. Anderson on Sunday and the result was a 31-9 Week 16 loss against the Rams.
Bettors who backed the Rams were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -14.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 43.0.
C.J. Anderson rushed for 167 yards, while John Kelly added 40 yards in the win. Robert Woods and Josh Reynolds added 89 and 44 receiving yards respectively.
Josh Rosen rushed for 49 yards for Arizona, while David Johnson added 35 yards. Larry Fitzgerald threw for 32 yards for the Cardinals, while receivers Trent Sherfield and Larry Fitzgerald had 62 and 53 yards respectively.
Arizona was outgained by Los Angeles 461-263 yards in Sunday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 33-15 by the Rams.
Arizona lost the time of possession battle 37:04-22:56, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Los Angeles heads into a Week 17 battle against the 49ers. Arizona, meanwhile, will have their next action against Seattle.