Week 9, the second year and second string QB John Skelton came off the bench to start against the St. Louis Rams. Due to Kolb's lackluster performances in the games leading up to his injury, many fans and commentators suggested that if Skelton played well enough, the starting job might end up his, and that Kolb would be benched. Skelton gave an average performance, throwing for 222 yards, but it, coupled with an effective defense, gave the Cardinals the win. At the end of regulation, DT Calaias Campbell blocked the would-be game-winning field goal attempt by the Rams, forcing overtime. After one drive, the Rams were forced to punt. Rookie CB Patrick Peterson fielded the punt from the ARI 1-yard line and returned the punt 99 yards for a game winning score, and also setting the record for longest punt return for TD in NFL history. The Cardinals would win this game, 19–13 in overtime.