Cardinals’ J.J. Nelson named NFC Offensive Player of the Week

Sep 20, 2017, 7:00 AM | Updated: 11:34 am

Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Nelson (14) runs during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

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BY ARIZONA SPORTS

The Arizona Cardinals got their first win of the 2017 season Sunday in Indianapolis, and they also their first individual weekly award as a result as well.

Wednesday, wide receiver J.J. Nelson was named the NFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance in Arizona’s 16-13 overtime win over the Colts.

Nelson had five catches for 120 yards and a touchdown in the game. His touchdown catch, a 45-yarder thrown by Carson Palmer, came during the Cardinals’ fourth-quarter comeback and pulled them to within three points with 7:38 remaining in the game. Dating back to 2016, Nelson has seven touchdowns in his last seven games (six receiving, one rushing).

Nelson’s performance also came in a big spot because the Cardinals were playing without veteran receiver John Brown, who sat out with a quad injury.

He becomes just the third Cardinals wide receiver to win the honor, joining Roy Green and Larry Fitzgerald.

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Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians, left, talks with Indianapolis Colts head coach Chuck Pagano before an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett throws before an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck smiles as he runs off the field with his teammates before an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett celebrates after a five-yard touchdown run by running back Frank Gore during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett runs out of the tackle of Arizona Cardinals' Markus Golden during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Indianapolis Colts' Frank Gore (23) goes in for a five-yard touchdown run while being tackled by Arizona Cardinals' Antoine Bethea during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Indianapolis Colts' Kamar Aiken (17) is tackled by Arizona Cardinals' Tyrann Mathieu during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Indianapolis Colts' John Simon celebrates after sacking Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Indianapolis Colts' Robert Turbin (33) is tackled by Arizona Cardinals' Justin Bethel (28) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer (3) is sacked by Indianapolis Colts' John Simon (51) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Indianapolis Colts' Frank Gore (23) runs for a five-yard touchdown run against Arizona Cardinals' Antoine Bethea (41) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Arizona Cardinals' Larry Fitzgerald (11) tries to make a catch while being defended by Indianapolis Colts' Rashaan Melvin during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. The pass was incomplete. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer (3) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Nelson (14) makes a catch against Indianapolis Colts' Quincy Wilson during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Arizona Cardinals' Larry Fitzgerald (11) is tackled by Indianapolis Colts' Nate Hairston (27) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians looks at a replay during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Arizona Cardinals kicker Phil Dawson (4) reacts with Andy Lee after booting a 27-yard field goal during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Indianapolis Colts' Malik Hooker (29) makes an interception on a pass intended for Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Nelson, center, during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Indianapolis Colts' Malik Hooker (29) makes an interception on a pass intended for Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Nelson (14), center, during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. At left is Colts cornerback Quincy Wilson (31). (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Indianapolis Colts' Rashaan Melvin (30) breaks up a pass intended for Arizona Cardinals' Jaron Brown (13) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) throws during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Indianapolis Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri (4) boots a 29-yard field goal out of the hold of Rigoberto Sanchez during the second half of an NFL football game against Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Indianapolis Colts head coach Chuck Pagano watches during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer (3) throws while being pressured by Indianapolis Colts' Jabaal Sheard (93) during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. Sheard was called for roughing the passer on the play. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Indianapolis Colts' Hassan Ridgeway celebrates after a sack of Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Nelson (14) smiles after a 45-yard touchdown reception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Nelson (14) celebrates with Ifeanyi Momah after scoring on a 45-yard touchdown reception during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Nelson (14) runs during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Arizona Cardinals' Phil Dawson (4) kicks a 40-yard field goal out of the hold of Andy Lee during the second half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Nelson (14) is chased by Indianapolis Colts' Kenny Moore during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)

Arizona Cardinals' Phil Dawson (4) celebrates after kicking a game winning 30-yard field in overtime of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

Arizona Cardinals' Phil Dawson (4) kicks a game winning 30-yard field goal out of the hold of Andy Lee (2) in overtime of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2017, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/Darron Cummings)

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