The Cardinals finished the 2014 season with an 11–5 record and were the #5 seed in the NFC. The 11 wins tied a Cardinals franchise record for most wins in a season. Arians led the Cardinals to a 9–1 start, best in the NFL, but injuries to starting quarterback Carson Palmer (who was 6–0 as the starter) and backup Drew Stanton, (who was 5–3 as starter) led to the Seattle Seahawks claiming the divisional title with a 12–4 record.
The Cardinals wrapped up the 2014 season with an 11–5 record and secured the #5 position in the NFC. This achievement equaled a franchise record for most wins in a single campaign. Arians led the team to a stellar 9–1 start, but injuries to primary quarterback Carson Palmer (who was 6–0 as the starter) and backup Drew Stanton (who was 5–3 as starter) ultimately resulted in the Seattle Seahawks claiming the divisional title with a 12–4 record.