The Arizona Cardinals outlasted the Kansas City Chiefs in a sloppy but entertaining preseason clash, escaping with a 20-17 victory Saturday night under the desert lights. The story of the game belonged to Arizona’s dynamic ground attack, led by undrafted rookie Bam Knight, who exploded for 51 yards on just six carries, including a 27-yard burst that set up a crucial scoring drive. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett provided the decisive spark, tossing two touchdowns in limited action—one a 13-yard strike to Xavier Weaver—while the Cardinals’ defense bent but didn’t break, forcing two key interceptions, including a Kitan Crawford pick in the fourth quarter to seal the win.

The Chiefs’ offense sputtered despite flashes from Bailey Zappe (70 passing yards) and a 58-yard Harrison Butker field goal, as penalties (11 for 113 yards) and turnovers sabotaged their rhythm. Arizona’s Clayton Tune took a sack and threw an interception, but the Cardinals’ balanced attack—140 rushing yards and 215 through the air—proved too much. With young playmakers stepping up on both sides, this preseason battle offered glimpses of depth that could shape roster decisions as the regular season looms.