Arizona Cardinals Make NFL History with Third Consecutive Fourth-Quarter Lead Collapse in 2025 Season

The Arizona Cardinals have set an unfortunate NFL record in 2025 as the first team to lose three straight games after leading by seven or more points entering the fourth quarter, with their recent losses marked by late-game collapses totaling just 13 points. Despite a 2-5 record, the Cardinals’ main issue lies in their inability to close out games, attributed largely to coaching decisions rather than lack of talent, with players like backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett and tight end Trey McBride delivering solid performances. A critical coaching error occurred when head coach Jonathan Gannon chose to go for it on fourth-and-one at midfield late in a close game against the Green Bay Packers, leading to a turnover that set up the Packers’ game-winning touchdown. Fans and commentators have expressed frustration with the coaching staff, highlighting poor late-game play-calling and calling for changes, including the return of Klayton Adams and investments in offensive line and quarterback positions. The Cardinals’ defense, though strong for much of the game, failed to make key stops in crunch time, resulting in their fifth consecutive loss and effectively ending playoff hopes for the season. As the team heads into a bye week, there is debate over whether coaching changes should be made immediately or if the staff should be allowed to finish the season.