Louisville Football: NFL Sunday proved to be huge for former Cardinals

Louisville Football: NFL Sunday was a huge day for former Cardinals

Nov 13, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; Miami Dolphins wide receiver DeVante Parker (11) is tackled by San Diego Chargers strong safety Craig Mager (29) and outside linebacker Kyle Emanuel (51) during the second quarter after a catch at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports /

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Nov 13, 2016; New Orleans, LA, USA; New Orleans Saints outside linebacker Dannell Ellerbe (59) and defensive tackle Sheldon Rankins (98) celebrate after a sack during the second quarter of a game against the Denver Broncos at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /

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This was an absolute heartbreaker for the New Orleans Saints and rookie Sheldon Rankins. Drew Brees threw the game-tying touchdown pass with a little over a minute left in the game, but the extra point was blocked and returned for 2 points. Denver would hold onto that lead for the next minute and come out with the victory.

Even though it was a tough day for the Saints, it was a day for Rankins to celebrate as he recorded his first NFL sack on Sunday.

He has made an immediate impact on the Saints’ defensive line, which should help their case of trying to become a respectable defense for the rest of 2016.

Rankins finished the game against the Broncos with 2 tackles, 1 sack, and 1 tackle for loss.

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