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The Arizona Cardinals are finalizing their roster as training camp winds down. After adding Walter Nolen and Will Johnson in the first two rounds in April, their defense has high expectations coming into the season. But the Cardinals will not have Walter Nolen for at least the first four games due to a calf injury, according […]

Every year, fantasy football managers do endless amounts of research in the hopes of identifying the next sleeper. Sleepers are essentially players that were overlooked on draft day, falling down draft boards, but ultimately outproduced their ADP (average draft position) massively. So much so that these players tend to find themselves on fantasy football championship […]

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Will Johnson is entering the 2025 NFL season with a chip on his shoulder. Despite entering the draft as a projected top-10 pick, injury concerns caused Johnson to fall to the end of the second round. As difficult as the process was on him, Johnson admitted that watching the Los Angeles Chargers […]

Kurt Warner has one of the most improbable football legacies in NFL history, rising from stocking grocery shelves to winning a Super Bowl with the Los Angeles Rams—who were based in St. Louis at the time. Now, the Hall of Famer is once again generating buzz, as he hints at the possibility of returning to […]

The Arizona Cardinals come into the 2025 NFL season with hopes of improving and making the playoffs. With Week 1 drawing close, there is also an urgency to see if one of their most important positions improves. Cardinals trade rumors continue to swirl, and the team hopes to have an answer to address their offensive […]

The Arizona Cardinals opened their preseason with exactly the type of night head coach Jonathan Gannon wanted. Cards fans saw competitive football, flashes of playmaking, and meaningful reps for players fighting to make the roster. In fact, several roster hopefuls took center stage and showed they can help this team in 2025. Cardinals’ 2025 preseason […]

The Arizona Cardinals are backed against the wall entering the 2025 season, which creates an interesting dynamic for their inaugural unofficial depth chart. The team has held a competitive camp thus far, ensuring none of its players have secured a spot in the starting lineup, from longtime star James Conner to rising prospect Darius Robinson. […]

While the Indianapolis Colts search for their next great quarterback-wide receiver duo and try to get back on an upward trajectory, fans were just given the perfect opportunity to relive the glory days. All-time great Peyton Manning attended the Denver Broncos’ joint practice with the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday and took some time to talk […]

There have been ups and downs for Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray. And maybe he didn’t choose the right sport because Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Murray would have been an elite baseball player, according to a post on X by PHNX Cardinals. “[Had] he chose baseball, he would have been an elite baseball player.” […]

The 2024 NFL Draft was one of the best classes for receivers ever, and Marvin Harrison Jr. was the prized possession. Malik Nabers, Ladd McConkey, and Brian Thomas ended up having better rookie years, though, and Rome Odunze, Xavier Worthy, and Xavier Legette all had standout first seasons as well. Harrison could still prove himself […]

Ever since Kyler Murray was drafted with the top pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, the road has been tumultuous for the Arizona Cardinals. The Cardinals have shown much promise with Murray under center, but the expectations have not been completely met, as they could be. After two head coaches, the clock is ticking on […]

The Kansas City Chiefs opened their 2025 preseason with a fast strike against the Arizona Cardinals, capitalizing on a turnover to score within moments of kickoff. After Harrison Butker’s opening kick, Cardinals wide receiver Greg Dortch fumbled the return when rookie Brashard Smith recovered the ball following a hit from Christian Roland-Wallace. A penalty on […]

The Arizona Cardinals wished Kyler Murray a happy birthday by bringing back one of his top offensive linemen for the 2025 season. After re-signing with the team, Will Hernandez sent his own birthday message to his quarterback, with whom he is delighted to remain. Shortly after the news of his new contract broke, Hernandez shared […]

The Arizona Cardinals made a key addition to their offensive line late in 2025 free agency. After holding out on him for most of the offseason, the team finally decided to re-sign guard Will Hernandez. Hernandez, 29, signed a one-year deal to return to the Cardinals, NFL insider Jordan Schultz reported. The seven-year veteran has […]

The Arizona Cardinals are hoping for more success next season after finishing the 2024-25 campaign with an 8-9 record. From what it sounds like, quarterback Kyler Murray is pleased with the people around him, as he recently complemented his teammates and the organization. During a sit-down interview with Ian Rapoport and Cynthia Frelund of the […]

One of the bigger wildcards in the NFL this season is the Arizona Cardinals. They have one of the more intriguing rosters due to the talent on this offense and some emerging pieces on defense. Head coach Jonathan Gannon is a defensive mastermind, so with more talent, this defense should help Kyler Murray and the […]

The Arizona Cardinals are looking to get back in the playoffs after a disappointing 2024 season that saw them flame out during the second half of the season, and Jonathan Gannon is changing up Arizona’s preseason approach to try to get better results this fall. The Cardinals were one of the many teams that didn’t […]

The Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson is in concussion protocol after a collision during Friday’s practice, head coach Jonathan Gannon confirmed on Saturday, according to ESPN’s Josh Wienfuss. Wilson sustained the injury while attempting to catch a pass from quarterback Kyler Murray, when the left side of his head collided with the right knee […]

Training camp is underway around the NFL, and the Arizona Cardinals have started with big expectations. The biggest key is what happens on offense with Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr. having another year to get things going and build a relationship. Harrison Jr. most recently got injured in training camp, but it does not […]

As the Arizona Cardinals charge into the blistering heat of Glendale for the 2025 NFL training camp, fans find themselves riding a wave of optimism. Franchise quarterback Kyler Murray looks sharp after a healthy offseason, second-year phenom Marvin Harrison Jr. routinely snags headlines (and passes) in spectacular fashion, and some analysts project the offense as […]

The Arizona Cardinals are bringing in a new radio analyst for this season after Ron Wolfley left the booth after last season and is retiring after 20 seasons in the booth. Former center A.Q. Shipley is the new radio analyst for the Cardinals and will work alongside play-by-play announcer Dave Pasch and with sideline reporter […]

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 […]