An extensive rebuild by the Arizona Cardinals was expected to drag into 2025 and possibly 2026 as second-year general manager Monti Ossenfort worked methodically to build a roster around star quarterback Kyler Murray. A three-game winning streak has put the franchise ahead of schedule.

The Cardinals won back-to-back games for the first time since 2021. Now, they share first place in the NFC West with the 49ers and Seahawks and have legitimate postseason aspirations following two straight 4-13 seasons. More important, they're gaining another trait that Gannon is excited about, particularly in late-game situations.

The Cardinals (4-4) will try for a three-game winning streak when they host the Chicago Bears (4-3), who are also right in the middle of the playoff race with rookie quarterback Caleb Williams. Arizona has won three of its past four games, all on fourth-quarter comebacks, and is tied with the 49ers and Seahawks atop the NFC West.