LaFleur's Debut Win Ends 53-Year Cardinals Coaching Streak; Commanders' Defense Falters

Mike LaFleur made history in his head coaching debut for the Arizona Cardinals, securing a 26-14 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. This win marks the first time a non-interim Cardinals head coach has won their debut since Don Coryell in 1973, ending a 53-year streak.

In other Week 1 action, the Washington Commanders' defense struggled against the Philadelphia Eagles, despite holding them in check for much of the game. Key breakdowns allowed big plays, contributing to a 24-22 loss. Meanwhile, the Tennessee Titans' season opener against the Jets mirrored past struggles, raising concerns about the team's identity under Robert Saleh. The Baltimore Ravens, under new head coach Jesse Minter, started strong with a 41-23 win over the Colts, while the Houston Texans fell to the Bills in a high-scoring affair.