Cardinals Corner: Kyler Murray calls plays, Isabella shows up vs. Ravens

Aug 22, 2022, 12:46 AM | Updated: 12:52 am

Quarterback Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals walks on the field before the NFL preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens at State Farm Stadium on August 21, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona. The Ravens defeated the Cardinals 24-17. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

(Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

BY ARIZONA SPORTS

The Arizona Cardinals’ inconsistencies did them no favors in the team’s 24-17 loss to preseason juggernaut Baltimore Ravens on Sunday night.

Among the most glaring issues was the team’s inability to wrap guys up.

Arizona Sports’ Cardinals reporter Tyler Drake and 98.7 FM’s afternoon contributor Erik Ruby take a look at that, the unceremonious debut of rookie tight end Trey McBride, quarterback Trace McSorley’s off night and running back Eno Benjamin’s second lackluster showing after an impressive offseason.

It wasn’t all bad, however.

Wide receiver Andy Isabella continued his strong preseason play with five catches for 54 yards and a couple of defensive pass interferences that moved the chains.

As did Victor Dimukeje, who didn’t jump off the stat sheet but turned in another strong performance.

Rookie cornerback Christian Matthew was all over the field and led the team with seven tackles on the evening.

Linebacker Zaven Collins also looked a whole lot faster, though still had his moments of inconsistency.

But it was quarterback Kyler Murray who stole the show with his play-calling skills to finish off the night.

All smiles from a play-calling @K1.

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— Tyler Drake (@Tdrake4sports) August 22, 2022

Taking over the headset for nearly two full quarters, Murray helped manufacture two scoring drives with both McSorley and fellow QB Jarrett Guarantano.

Unfortunately for the pseudo-offensive coordinator, the comeback bid fell short in the final moments of Sunday’s loss.

How much stock should go into Murray’s play-calling abilities? And just how much will that different perspective help the QB moving forward?

Drake and Ruby discuss that and more on the latest episode of Cardinals Corner, an Arizona Sports podcast.

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Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (2) looks to pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) looks to pass under pressure from Baltimore Ravens linebacker Steven Means (60) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (2) scrambles against the Arizona Cardinalsduring the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) throws against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (2) is pressured by Arizona Cardinals linebacker Dennis Gardeck (45) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely, right, makes as catch as Arizona Cardinals safety Charles Washington (28), cornerback Antonio Hamilton (33) and linebacker Devon Kennard (42) pursue during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (2) runs against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens fullback Patrick Ricard (42) pulls in a catch as Arizona Cardinals cornerback Antonio Hamilton (33) defends during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Raleigh Webb is tackled by Arizona Cardinals safety James Wiggins, right, during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (2) scrambles as Arizona Cardinals linebacker Cameron Thomas (97) pursues during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride (85) can't make the catch as Baltimore Ravens cornerback Damarion Williams (22) defends during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson watches from the bench during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens running back Mike Davis (28) is tackled by Arizona Cardinals linebacker Zaven Collins (25) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (80) scores a touchdown as Arizona Cardinals linebacker Ben Niemann (56) defends during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (2) throws under pressure from Arizona Cardinals linebacker Jesse Luketa (43) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely scores a touchdown as Arizona Cardinals safety Deionte Thompson (22) defends during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh reacts to a call during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill (43) is hit by Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Antwaun Woods (92) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (80) celebrates his touchdown with teammates during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Victor Bolden (38) pulls in a catch as Baltimore Ravens cornerback Daryl Worley (41) defends during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Daryl Worley (41) celebrates breaking a play in the end zone intended for Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Victor Bolden during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) takes the field during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Daryl Worley (41) and safety Tony Jefferson (23) break up a play intended for Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Victor Bolden (38) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Andy Isabella (17) is hit by Baltimore Ravens cornerback Brandon Stephens (21) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) scrambles under pressure form Baltimore Ravens cornerback Damarion Williams (22) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (80) is tackled by Arizona Cardinals cornerback Jace Whittaker during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) throws under pressure from Baltimore Ravens linebacker Steven Means (60) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens running back Nate McCrary (47) is tackles by Arizona Cardinals cornerback Christian Matthew (35) during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens running back Tyler Badie (30) runs in for a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens running back Tyler Badie (30) celebrate his touchdown with quarterback Tyler Huntley, left, during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh greets running back Tyler Badie (30) after his touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) throws as Baltimore Ravens defensive tackle Rayshad Nichols (91) pursues during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Raleigh Webb (11) runs in for a touchdown as Arizona Cardinals safety James Wiggins (38) defends during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) throws under pressure from Baltimore Ravens safety Geno Stone (26) during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson watches during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (80) makes a catch as Arizona Cardinals safety James Wiggins (38) defends during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray calls the plays from the sidelines during the second half of an NFL preseason football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) celebrates his touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) scores a touchdown against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Arizona Cardinals running back TJ Pledger (21) is hit by Baltimore Ravens linebacker Daelin Hayes, right, during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) celebrates his touchdown run against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals running back Keaontay Ingram (30) runs as Baltimore Ravens linebacker Zakoby McClain (49) makes the tackls during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) scores as Baltimore Ravens linebacker Jeremiah Moon (51) looks on during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Jontre Kirklin (31) make a touchdown catch as Baltimore Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington (29) defends during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray calling plays in the team's 24-17 preseason loss to the Baltimore Ravens at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona on Aug. 21, 2022. (Arizona Sports Photo/Jeremy Scnell)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Trace McSorley (19) is knocked out of bounds short of the goal line against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, right, and Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marquise Brown, left, swap jerseys after an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. The Ravens defeated the Cardinals 24-17. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens safety Ar'Darius Washington (29) celebrates a defensive stop against the Arizona Cardinals after an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. The Ravens defeated the Cardinals 24-17. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride (85) and Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely (80) stand for a photo after an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. The Ravens defeated the Cardinals 24-17. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh speaks after an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. The Ravens defeated the Cardinals 24-17. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Arizona Cardinals running back Eno Benjamin takes a hand off prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Jaylon Moore (10) warms up prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson watches warm ups prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Andy Isabella (17) lines up against the Baltimore Ravens during the first half of an NFL preseason football game, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley (2) warms up prior to an NFL preseason football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Aug. 21, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

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