Behind Enemy Lines: 5 things to know about the Arizona Cardinals

The Seattle Seahawks will host the Arizona Cardinals in a Week 2 NFL matchup between NFC West rivals. Seattle will be without starting quarterback Sam Darnold for the game. Despite the absence of their star QB, the Seahawks can remain confident as they have a nine-game winning streak over their division opponents. To gain insight into the Arizona Cardinals, I spoke with Jess Root, managing editor at Cards Wire, the sister site of Seahawks Wire. Here are five key takeaways about the Cardinals from Root's interview:

First, the Cardinals' upset victory over the Chargers last week was a result of a well-rounded performance. They started the game strongly offensively, maintained strong defensive play, and effectively used special teams tactics to secure an important win.

Second, the Cardinals' offensive approach with head coach Mike LaFleur will involve motion, multiple tight ends, and a passing game that utilizes all of their receivers. The team will rely on both running backs and employ play-action frequently.

Third, receiver Kendrick Bourne has been a standout player for the Cardinals, catching eight balls for 75 yards in their Week 1 game and providing stability in the passing game.

Fourth, Arizona appears to have a significant edge at the tight end position with Trey McBride, who has been the second most productive tight end in the NFL over the past season. McBride finished the Week 1 game with nine catches for 95 yards and a touchdown.

Lastly, the Seahawks' defense is expected to prove too formidable for the Cardinals' promising offense, and Arizona's defense may not be fully prepared for the physical challenges presented by the Seahawks. Seattle is projected to win the game with a score of 24-13.