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NFL · 2012 · Week 2 · Sunday, September 16, 2012

Arizona Cardinals stun New England Patriots, 20–18

The Cardinals closed as 13-point underdogs and won outright. The betting market gave them a 15% chance.

Final20–18
Upset size13
Chance to win15%
Rank in 20121st of 44

It was the biggest of 2 NFL upsets in 2012 Week 2, and the biggest of the 2012 season. Arizona Cardinals pulled off 1 other upset in 2012.

Other NFL upsets in 2012 Week 2

  1. 3.5-point underdog36% to winRecap
    Upset size3.5

Arizona Cardinals’ other 2012 upsets

  1. Week 155.5-point underdog33% to winRecap
    Upset size5.5

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