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Pick six times two: Cardinals take early lead

Dallas Cowboys v New Orleans Saints

NEW ORLEANS - DECEMBER 19: Miles Austin #19 of the Dallas Cowboys reacts after his 49-yard touchdown in the first quarter against the New Orleans Saints at the Louisiana Superdome on December 19, 2009 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Miles Austin

Chris Graythen

Early in the first quarter against the Dallas Cowboys, the Arizona Cardinals have just five yards on offense. And they lead 14-0.

Both of the Cardinals’ touchdowns have come in the form of interception returns for touchdowns.

On the Cowboys’ first offensive drive, quarterback Jon Kitna threw a pass along the left sideline, intended for receiver Miles Austin. But Austin fell, and Cardinals cornerback Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie grabbed the pass and ran 32 yards to the end zone.

On the Cowboys’ next possession, Kitna went to the right side, to Roy Williams, who got a hand on the ball but couldn’t bring it in. Gregory Toler grabbed it for the Cardinals and ran 66 yards for a touchdown.

Getting to play against Austin and Williams has been a great Christmas present for the Cardinals’ secondary.

UPDATE: At halftime, the Cardinals have extended the lead to 21-10.