Panthers Eliminate Cardinals from Playoff Contention

The Carolina Panthers defeated the Arizona Cardinals 36-30 in overtime, eliminating Arizona from playoff contention. Chuba Hubbard was instrumental, rushing for 152 yards and scoring a 21-yard touchdown in overtime, while Kyler Murray's efforts included 202 passing yards and a crucial 20-yard TD run. The loss marked the Cardinals' fourth defeat in five games, with their playoff hopes extinguished by the Rams' victory over the Jets. Arizona struggled with penalties, totaling nine for 73 yards, and suffered a significant blow when running back James Conner left the game with a knee injury. Despite a strong start for the Panthers, who built a 20-3 lead, the Cardinals rallied to force overtime but ultimately fell short. The Panthers ended a four-game losing streak, showcasing a balanced offensive effort led by quarterback Bryce Young, who threw for two touchdowns and rushed for another.