Next CJ2K is Back Eyebrows were raised when the Cardinals first signed the ageing Chris Johnson, but he’s coming on strong, which nobody expected. He ran with decisiveness and assertion as he powered to 150 yards from scrimmage from 23 touches (22 carries, 1 reception) and two touchdowns on the day. The offensive line carved great holes for him to run through, but Johnson looked back to his best.

Previous Next The Larry Fitzgerald Rebirth Continues People thought we’d seen the best of Larry Fitzgerald heading into his 12th NFL season, but the best may still be yet to come. He’s found his home as the slot receiver in Bruce Arians’ offence. Fitz has found a step and is back to dominating NFL defensive backs. Another 100+ yard day and two touchdowns for Fitzgerald, including a spectacular effort in the back of the endzone where he was levelled by a defender but still hung onto the ball, proving again he has the best hands in the league. 23 catches, 333 yards and 5 touchdowns on the season so far for Fitzgerald, he could be heading for a career year.

Previous Next Colin Kaepernick is Not Good at Football It looks like that end to the 2012 season might’ve been just a flash in the pan – Colin Kaepernick looks dreadful. It doesn’t help when you have a poor offensive line, an inconsistent run game and receivers that can’t get open, but some of the throws he attempted were just dumb. Throwing 9/19 for 67 yards and four interceptions, including two first quarter pick-sixes on back-to-back drives really killed the Niners from the get-go. The Cardinals’ secondary did a great job in coverage as they always do, but there are worrying signs for the 49ers.

Previous Next Tyrann Mathieu is Playing at an All-Pro Level It was a huge risk to take the troubled Tyrann Mathieu in the third round of the 2013 draft, but it’s looking like a huge steal. After an injury-blighted second season due to a torn ACL, Mathieu is back to his very best in his third year, making plays all over the field. On pace for his best statistical season, Mathieu already has 17 tackles on the season playing in three positions: corner, slot corner and free safety. He also has a forced fumble and fumble recovery on the season. Against the 49ers, Mathieu played the game of his life. Recording two interceptions (tied for the most he’s had in a season), returning one 33 yards for his maiden NFL touchdown. If he continues like he is, Mathieu could be heading for top honours come the season end.