Quick Take: Cardinals win in overtime

Published: Dec 23, 2007 at 10:55 AM

It was over when ...
Neil Rackers kicked a 31-yard field goal in overtime. The Falcons scored 13 fourth-quarter points to take the lead, but Rackers kick a 29-yard field goal on the final play of regulation to force overtime.

Game ball
Anquan Boldin had 13 receptions for 162 yards and two touchdowns -- his highest receiving total since he had 181 yards against the Ravens in Week 3. The Falcons tried to cover Boldin with cornerback Brent Grimes, who had just been elevated from the practice squad.

Key stat
Quarterback Kurt Warner threw three touchdowns, but more importantly, no interceptions.

Noteworthy
The Cardinals scored more than 20 points for the seventh consecutive game.

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