Sports in 2023: A look back at FOX 10's most viewed stories

These sports stories captured your most attention in 2023 on FOX10Phoenix.com: Former NFL player Jessie Lemonier dies; the Arizona Diamondbacks made an improbable run to the World Series; a former Arizona Coyotes player got into some trouble with the law; Damar Hamlin made a remarkable recovery following a scary on-field injury; and more.

McCaffrey scores 3 TDs and 49ers clinch NFC West with 45-29 rout of Cardinals for 6th straight win

McCaffrey scored three touchdowns, Samuel added two scores, and the 49ers clinched the NFC West title by pushing their winning streak to six games with a 45-29 win over the Cardinals on Sunday.

James Conner scores twice against his old team, Kenny Pickett hurt as Cardinals beat Steelers 24-10

James Conner ran for 105 yards and a pair of touchdowns against his old team as the Arizona Cardinals beat the Steelers 24-10 on Sunday, the franchise’s first win at Pittsburgh since 1969.

Arizona Cardinals release tight end Zach Ertz

The Arizona Cardinals have released tight end Zach Ertz, the team announced on Nov. 30.

Cardinals sue Glendale over VAI Resort parking garage
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The Arizona Cardinals and State Farm Stadium's owner have filed a lawsuit against the city of Glendale over plans for a new parking garage.

Cardinals player educating kids on fire safety
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A year after he suffered severe burns on his feet and legs, Arizona Cardinals player Antonio Hamilton is giving back by helping to educate kids about fire safety. FOX 10's Irene Snyder reports.

Stafford throws season-high 4 TDs. Rams roll to a 37-14 win over the Cardinals

Matthew Stafford threw for 229 yards and a season-high four touchdown passes, two each to Tyler Higbee and Williams, and the Rams rolled to a 37-14 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.

Cardinals fans cheer on team at home
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Although the Arizona Cardinals lost to the Los Angeles Rams, fans showed up to support the team in Glendale at State Farm Stadium. FOX 10's Lauren Clark has more.

Nightly Roundup: Police shooting investigation; man sets house on fire

From an active investigation following a West Valley police shooting to a shocking twist in a barricade situation, here's a look at some of our top stories.

Arizona Cardinals cheerleader opens up about her journey with alopecia

Ellie even connected with former Arizona Cardinal Josh Dobbs, who also has alopecia. She says it was not always easy, but she's learned being unique is cool.

Kyler Murray leads game-winning drive in return from ACL injury as Cardinals beat Falcons 25-23

Murray threw for 249 yards and ran for a touchdown in his return from an ACL tear, Matt Prater made a game-winning 23-yard field goal as time expired and the Cardinals snapped a six-game losing streak by beating the Atlanta Falcons 25-23 on Sunday.

Kyler Murray activated from PUP list, still on track for return

The Arizona Cardinals have activated Kyler Murray from the physically unable to perform list, opening the door for him to make his return.

Deshaun Watson throws 2 TD passes in return from shoulder injury, Browns demolish Cardinals 27-0

Deshaun Watson had two touchdown passes — one to Cooper on a ricochet off an Arizona helmet — in just his second start in five weeks and the Browns stuffed the Cardinals, holding them to 58 yards in a 27-0 win Sunday.

Browns’ Watson back from shoulder injury to face Cardinals who are still keeping their QB plans secretive

Dobbs’ departure after starting Arizona’s first eight games is either a precursor to Murray coming back for the first time since tearing his ACL on Dec. 12 or the Cardinals getting a look at rookie Clayton Tune, a fifth-round pick from Houston who has thrown just one pass in his NFL career — on a fake punt.

AZ woman battling cancer gets own Cardinals party
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A Valley woman who's battling terminal cancer had her dream come true at State Farm Stadium -- her own party at the Arizona Cardinals game. It all started when her niece posted a message on social media, asking if anyone could do something special for the superfan. Her family was overwhelmed by what happened next. FOX 10's Linda Williams reports.