Cardinals running back Andre Ellington had a breakout game Week 8 against the Falcons.
Ellington rushed for 154 yards on 15 carries. He broke off an 80 yard touchdown run in the second quarter. After being a major threat in the passing game early in the season, Ellington had just 8 receiving yards on two catches.
With Rashard Mendenhall out with a toe injury, Ellington was able to establish himself as a big-play threat. That's not something Mendenhall can provide, and it could lead to Ellington seeing more time as the team's primary rusher.
The Cardinals are on a bye next week, and will return against the Texans Week 10.