Glendale, Ariz. — Justin Rogers grades the Detroit Lions' performance in their 17-3 victory over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.
Quarterback
It's tough to grade Matthew Stafford in a game where he rarely had anywhere to throw. The Cardinals played outstanding coverage on Detroit's depleted pass-game arsenal, leaving the quarterback to resort to check-down throws much of the night.
Stafford put the ball in the air 23 times, completing 15, for a measly 101 yards. The best part about the performance is he didn't turn the ball over, which played a critical role in grinding out the close victory.