"The game might lack playoff implications, but more than just pride is at stake Sunday in Arizona.

The Seahawks and the Cardinals are both 7-8, and each has won five of its past seven games. But only one will be able to avoid a losing record and claim second place in the NFC West as a parting gift.

"It's a division game," Arizona coach Ken Whisenhunt said. "Two teams that have a lot of things to be excited about for next year, and if you can't get up for that type of game, then you shouldn't be playing.""