GLENDALE – The Arizona Cardinals have had up and down past five years, going from a 11-win season to back-to-back four-win seasons, the franchise has endured plenty. The team has turned itself around last season and are primed to make a push back to the playoffs. Despite the highs and lows, Arizona has failed to defeated one opponent in the past five years, and that’s the Seattle Seahawks.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The Cardinals haven’t beaten the Seahawks since Nov. 21st, 2021. Seven straight losses for the franchise against its NFC West rival. On a national stage, the roster has a chance on a national stage to showcase its improvements, which starts with the man under center: quarterback Kyler Murray.
Sep 21, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) throws downfield against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images
Murray career stats vs. Seahawks:
- Murray (10 games)
- 68.3 completion percentage
- 243.1 passing yards
- 1.2 touchdowns
- .6 interceptions
- 91.6 QB Rating
- 40.2 rushing yards
Sep 14, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) looks on during the first quarter against the Carolina Panthers at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images
Arizona’s offensive struggles to start the 2025 season isn’t on Murray, who has the 8th-highest PFF overall QB grade at 80.8. The counting stats aren’t eye-popping, but the he is just filling into offensive coordinator Drew Petzing system.
While fans might disagree, Murray has historically relied on his arm more than his legs against Seattle under Petzing. In his last three games, the two-time Pro Bowler averaged 268.7 passing yards and completing 67.6% of his passes. In that same span, the 28-year-old recorded 19.3 rushing yards.
Jul 27, 2023; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray talks to offensive coordinator Drew Petzing during training camp at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-Arizona Republic
A more pass-heavy offense could be what the Seahawks want to see from Murray, as he has struggled to secure solid pass protection from his line. Murray gets sack an average 3.2 times when he faces Seattle, with five games of 4+ sacks in a game.
In his first season since tearing his ACL, it was clear Murray was hesitant initially to take off and scramble outside the pocket, which could explain the 19.3 rushing yards in the last three games. Arizona will need Murray to turn back the clock and showcase his elusiveness, that has been shown in flashes in 2025.
Dec 22, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) runs around end against the Carolina Panthers during the second half at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
The struggles with the offensive line to start the season puts the pressure on the former number one overall pick shoulders to be able to avoid the pressure from Seattle’s front. Murray will need to rely on his legs to get him out of trouble, while aim to get his wide receivers involved in a game that they’ll be needed.
Arizona Cardinals’ offense aims to get on track against Seahawks
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Reporter Tanner Tortorella covers general assignment for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on his X account, @TannerTSports
