Cardinals’ veteran quarterback Carson Palmer got the better of Drew Brees in Sunday’s game between New Orleans and Arizona. Palmer totaled 307 passing yards and three scores on 19 of 32 attempts. John Brown, Darren Fells and David Johnson each caught a touchdown pass.

Former Alabama standout and current Cardinals’ safety Rashad Johnson came up with a pivotal interception in the third quarter. Arizona led New Orleans 14-13, prior to Johnson’s takeaway. The Cardinals outscored the Saints 17-6 in the second half, securing a 31-19 win.

Johnson recorded one tackle and a pass defended to go along with his interception.

Stephen M. Smith is a senior analyst and columnist for Touchdown Alabama Magazine and SB Nation. You can “like” him on Facebook or “follow” him on Twitter, via @ESPN_Future.

Stephen M. Smith

Stephen Smith is a 2015 graduate of the University of Alabama. He is a senior writer and reporter for Touchdown Alabama Magazine. He has covered Alabama football for 15 years and his knowledge and coverage of the Crimson Tide's program have made him among the most respected journalist in his field. Smith has been featured on ESPN and several other marquee outlets as an analyst.