FIRST DOWN: DEFENSE GETS IT DONE
Detroit’s defense wanted to be faster and more disruptive than they were a season ago. Arizona's explosive offense was going to be a good first test for them.
Let's just say Detroit’s defense aced the test.
They created four turnovers (three interceptions and a forced fumble/recovery), made Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer uncomfortable all game, and held Arizona to just 45 yards rushing.
They kept Detroit in the game early on when the offense and special teams couldn’t get out of their own way. An early red zone sequence for the defense showed just how dominant they were Sunday.