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The Arizona Cardinals are feeling the pressure to take a big leap forward after their impressive 2024 campaign. Arizona did not make the playoffs, but was in the NFC West division hunt until the end of the season. Now the Cardinals are even friskier after spending big money during the offseason. Unfortunately, they just lost […]

The Arizona Cardinals enter year six of the Kyler Murray era with just one winning record in the last nine years. While the oft-criticized quarterback will be placed under a microscope in 2025, the true X-factor that will determine the Cardinals’ success will be the changing dynamic between running backs James Conner and Trey Benson. […]

The Arizona Cardinals have spent the better part of two years building out a new identity under head coach Jonathan Gannon. Discipline, energy, and culture have been his rallying cries. Now, in Year 3, the Cardinals are going all-in. From the moment this offseason began, Arizona attacked its defensive line with urgency and purpose. They […]

The Arizona Cardinals dropped some good news on Thursday night. Fourth-year linebacker J.J. Russell was released from the hospital and rejoined his teammates at training camp in Glendale. He was evaluated for a head and neck injury after colliding with rookie safety Kitan Crawford near the end of practice. Russell was on the ground for […]

Arizona Cardinals linebacker JJ Russell was taken to a local hospital after sustaining a possible head and neck injury during practice on Thursday, per the team. He went down after a scary collision and was put on a stretcher before being carted off the field. Players huddled around the 26-year-old, hopeful for the best. Thankfully, […]

Two days ago, NFL safety Tyrann Mathieu announced his retirement. Now with his head cleared, Mathieu is offering insight into what he intends to do next. During an appearance on the Up and Adams Show with Kay Adams, Mathieu provided examples of what’s in store for him, possibly TV or coaching. “I’m looking forward to […]

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. has made headlines entering his second NFL season after undergoing a significant offseason transformation, one that added 11 pounds of muscle to his frame and altered both his physical and mental approach to the game. Harrison, now listed at 220 pounds on the Cardinals’ 2025 training camp roster, […]

The Arizona Cardinals were competitive in 2024, but they will be looking to take another step forward and become a playoff team next season with Kyler Murray at the helm. Murray is one of the most talented quarterbacks in the league, and he has two very good weapons to get the ball to in tight […]

The Arizona Cardinals are set to start training camp, and they will be without some key players to start, including their first-round draft pick, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. “Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon told reporters today that first-round pick Walter Nolen III will miss time with a calf injury he suffered while getting ready for […]

With NFL teams across the nation now in the throes of training camp, there have been a flurry of rookie contract signings throughout the league. The majority of the league’s second round picks didn’t sign their initial contracts due to the guaranteed money they would receive. One by one, the rookies signed their deals. Now, […]

The Arizona Cardinals have high hopes for the 2025 season, and a lot of their success may hinge on the player under the most pressure. Also, safety Budda Baker is excited about the team’s chances. As for the history of the organization, here are the 10 greatest Cardinals teams of all time. The franchise started […]

The 2025 season could turn out to be a pivotal one for the Arizona Cardinals. This will be Year 3 for head coach Jonathan Gannon, meaning the emphasis will be on him to prove that he is the right man to helm the Cardinals for the future this season. Gannon, a former defensive coordinator with […]

As the Arizona Cardinals gear up for their 2025 training camp, the buzz isn’t just about the promising rookies or the star-studded offense. Behind the scenes, some players who quietly contributed last season might soon find themselves wearing a different jersey. Sure, the Cardinals have made headlines with their offseason defensive upgrades and the continued […]

The Arizona Cardinals are entering a pivotal phase of their rebuild, having aggressively fortified their defense in recent offseasons but still searching for the right mix of offensive firepower and long-term stability in the trenches. With the 2025 season on the horizon and expectations mounting for Kyler Murray and his supporting cast, it’s never too […]

Budda Baker is bringing optimism for the 2025 NFL season despite past struggles for the Arizona Cardinals. Arizona hasn’t returned to the playoffs from the NFC bracket since the 2021 campaign. Their three consecutive seasons of not playing postseason football gives motivation for the current squad to prove doubters wrong, especially for Baker. “I was […]

The Arizona Cardinals might need to upgrade their wide receiver depth while also getting an even better connection between Trey McBride and his quarterback. Meanwhile, here is one obvious Cardinals trade candidate entering the 2025 training camp. Offensive lineman Jonah Williams fits the mold as a guy the Cardinals might be willing to deal. Before […]

The Arizona Cardinals are aiming to build upon a solid 2024-25 campaign. They were very close to making the playoffs and had some great stretches during the season. In a competitive NFC West, the Cardinals have a team worthy of winning the division. The Los Angeles Rams are the early favorite, but the Seattle Seahawks […]

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride definitively ascended into the top tier of his position group last season, earning an invitation to the Pro Bowl Games and helping his team double their win total from the previous year. The 25-year-old signed a $76 million contract extension for his efforts and is aiming even higher ahead […]

Arizona Cardinals’ 2025 offseason has been defined by aggressive defensive upgrades and the headline-grabbing arrival of Marvin Harrison Jr. Yet, as training camp approaches, analysts have a clear consensus, the Cardinals’ receiving corps remains incomplete. The perfect move to round out this roster and maximize Kyler Murray’s “prove-it” season? Signing six-time Pro Bowl wide receiver […]

The Arizona Cardinals are hoping the 2025 season is the year where they can put all the pieces of the puzzle together. With Kyler Murray and an assortment of talent around him on offense, the Cardinals have what it takes to win every time they take the field. According to a recent report, though, they […]

In 2024, Marvin Harrison Jr. had one of the more highly debated seasons of any rookie wide receiver in recent memory. To some, Harrison Jr. showed flashes of what talent evaluators expected coming out of Ohio State, taking over games with his size, speed, and technique on the way to a respectable 885 yards plus […]

There is excitement for the Arizona Cardinals regarding their No. 1 receiver, while a young running back is hoping for a bigger role. Also, here are the Cardinals’ hottest takes coming out of the team’s 2025 minicamp. Like other NFL teams, the Cardinals expect big things from their first-round pick. The good news is Walter […]

The Arizona Cardinals are hoping to put all the pieces of the puzzle together in 2025, and easily one of the most important pieces of that puzzle is second-year wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. After a solid rookie campaign, Harrison has been hard at work this offseason, and general manager Monti Ossenfort’s latest comments on […]

From signing Josh Sweat to drafting Walter Nolen, the Arizona Cardinals made several key changes in the 2025 NFL offseason. With several new additions making a smooth transition in minicamp, the Cardinals face an interesting roster situation entering training camp. Final cuts are not due until August, but many internal discussions occur after minicamp. The […]

Former third-round pick Trey Benson is proud of what he accomplished as a rookie, but knows he can do more. As he prepares for his second season in 2025, the Arizona Cardinals running back believes he and James Conner can form one of the best backfield duos in the league. Benson was scarcely used in […]

The Arizona Cardinals could be one of the surprise teams in the NFC during the 2025 season. Arizona was quite frisky in 2024, going 8-9 and staying in the NFC West division hunt until the end of the season. Sadly, they blew their playoff chances in a Week 16 loss against the Panthers. Arizona put […]

The Arizona Cardinals are in the middle of a calculated rebuild. That plan took another step forward this offseason as general manager Monti Ossenfort and head coach Jonathan Gannon focused heavily on bolstering the defense. After two years of foundation-laying, the Cardinals may finally have the pieces in place to compete. However, that also means […]

The Arizona Cardinals are coming off a season in which they finished 8-9. It was a big improvement for head coach Jonathan Gannon after he went 4-13 in his first year as head coach in Arizona. With that, Gannon is hoping he can lead his team to the playoffs. The San Francisco 49ers were an […]

Maybe the Arizona Cardinals will wind up with gold after Will Johnson slid to them in the draft. And the selection looks better after the recent injury news at cornerback. Looking ahead, here are three Cardinals’ hidden gems you need to know on the 2025 roster. The 2025 season could take many different directions for […]

Every NFL minicamp features at least one player who seems to pop off the field. It could be a first-round pick expected to shine or an under-the-radar rookie quietly forcing his way into the conversation. For the Arizona Cardinals this year, that player seems like linebacker Cody Simon. The rookie out of Ohio State arrived […]

The Arizona Cardinals could be on the brink of something very interesting. They are coming off a rollercoaster 2024 campaign that saw their offense emerge as one of the league’s most dynamic units while the defense struggled mightily. Now, the front office made significant investments this offseason aimed at restoring balance. However, for every big […]

Former San Diego and Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen is one of the best receivers of the last decade. After being traded to the Chicago Bears from the Chargers ahead of last season, the six-time Pro Bowler is now a free agent. During his time with the Chargers, Allen broke numerous team records […]

The Arizona Cardinals were dealt a major offseason blow as veteran cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting was placed on the reserve/non-football injury list, officially ending his 2025 campaign before it began. The move leaves a glaring hole in Arizona’s cornerback depth and raises financial implications heading into the next offseason. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport first reported the […]

After being selected No. 4 in the draft, Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. was deemed the next big thing. However, experts characterized Harrison’s first season as a disappointment.  Some viewed him as not rising to the occasion or crossing the 1,000-yard threshold. But Harrison is making a point to keep himself in shape […]

The Arizona Cardinals always seem to be blessed with talented wide receivers. Second-year player Marvin Harrison Jr. is the most recent in a long line of talented Cardinals receivers. One legendary Cardinals player recently made a kind gesture towards Harrison Jr. ahead of the 2025 NFL season. Larry Fitzgerald sent a kind message to Harrison […]

The Arizona Cardinals are ready to make some noise during the 2025 NFL season. Arizona won eight games during the 2024 season and was in the NFC West division race until the end of the season. They barely missed going to the playoffs as well. They are well positioned to compete for a division title […]

The Arizona Cardinals could be a surprisingly frisky team during the 2025 NFL season. Arizona won eight games in 2024 and came very close to winning the NFC West division title. The Cardinals added a ton of talent this offseason, including a feisty defensive player, who could help turn things around this fall. Cardinals CB […]

After bolstering their defensive front with key signings like Josh Sweat and Dalvin Tomlinson, the Arizona Cardinals appear ready to pivot their attention toward the offensive side of the ball. While the offensive line remains a priority, there’s increasing buzz around the idea of adding another veteran wide receiver, and Amari Cooper might be the […]

The Arizona Cardinals focused on their defense in the 2025 NFL draft, taking defenders with six of their seven selections. And the Cardinals landed one of the steals of the draft, grabbing Michigan cornerback Will Johnson in the second round with the 47th overall pick. Asked what he appreciated about Johnson following the draft, Cardinals […]