The play was amazing. Kyler Murray’s throw had to be perfect and DeAndre Hopkins had to be better. The Arizona wideout came down with a touchdown pass in the final seconds Sunday as the Cardinals shocked the Buffalo Bills.
Also in shock are bettors who watched the Cardinals’ Murray take a knee on the PAT. Rather than kicking it, Arizona played it safe and wound up with a 32-30 victory.
Forgive Arizona fans if they have mixed emotions. Anyone who wagered on the Cardinals likely gave the Bills 2.5 points — that was the line at game time.
So, by not attempting the PAT for a single point and by simply taking a knee to preserve the victory, Arizona ensured a loss for anyone who decided to give the 2.5.
The good news if you are a Cardinals fan, though, is they are 6-3 and in a first-place tie in the NFC West. Hopefully, that offers some consolation. Some, not much.