Mike LaFleur leads Cardinals to victory in coaching debut against Chargers

In a surprising upset, the Arizona Cardinals defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 26-14 on September 10, 2026. Rookie head coach Mike LaFleur led the Cardinals to victory, marking his first win as a head coach. Jacoby Brissett threw for 277 yards and a touchdown, while the Cardinals dominated possession and total yards. The Chargers struggled, failing to capitalize on early opportunities and ultimately falling short.