Allgeier powers Cardinals’ overtime comeback over Cowboys

Arizona running back Tyler Allgeier delivered a career-best performance on November 1, stepping into a heavier role after injuries depleted the Cardinals’ backfield in their game against Dallas. He finished with 147 rushing yards and a touchdown on 11 carries, plus five receptions for 44 yards and another score.

Jeremiyah Love exited because of an ankle problem, while Bam Knight was placed under concussion evaluation. After Knight went out in the third quarter, Allgeier was Arizona’s only healthy running back.

The Cardinals were down 17-3 midway through the third quarter. With about 90 seconds remaining in the period, Allgeier broke away for a 63-yard touchdown, his longest run, narrowing the gap to 17-10. Dallas answered with a Dak Prescott rushing touchdown to make it 24-10.

Arizona then put together an 80-yard drive in seven plays, capped by Allgeier’s five-yard catch-and-run score. The comeback continued through a frantic finish, with both teams combining for four touchdowns in the last four minutes before overtime, sending the game to overtime tied at 30.

Chad Ryland’s 42-yard field goal secured the 33-30 win for Arizona. Allgeier said he was glad he could contribute after teammates were injured. He joined the Cardinals this season after four years with Atlanta.