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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 […]

After shockingly falling out of the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft, fans of the Michigan Wolverines waited with bated breath to see where their shutdown cornerback, Will Johnson, would end up landing on Day 2. Would he go to the Browns? Nope, they passed on ho, twice. Or how about one of the […]

Former FBS National Champion and NFL kicker Jay Feely — who played for the likes of the Atlanta Falcons and Arizona Cardinals — is heading into politics. On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, Feely announced his intentions to run for the House of Representatives in Arizona. He took to X, formerly Twitter, to share the news. […]

The Arizona Cardinals remain stuck in the middle of a rebuild that hasn’t quite taken flight. With head coach Jonathan Gannon heading into another season and quarterback Kyler Murray expected to be healthy and fully engaged, the 2025 NFL Draft looms large. Over the past two years, Arizona has quietly stockpiled young talent. They have […]

As the Arizona Cardinals prepare for the 2025 NFL Draft, it is time to examine the team’s long and compelling history. The franchise’s NFL tenure began in Chicago in 1920 as one of the league’s founding members. But the team itself dates back to 1898 — making it the oldest continuously operating pro football franchise […]

When Patrick Peterson announced his retirement from the Arizona Cardinals, the NFL world applauded the former All-Pro cornerback. However, there’s an interesting caveat to his retirement. Peterson explained via Nick Shook of NFL.com his plans. “I wanna, you know, get behind the camera and be able to express my thoughts, input, being able to get […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers limped to the finish line in 2024 and they’ll be looking to reload and retool their offense heading into the 2025 season. General manager Omar Khan already made his first major move toward this goal by trading for disgruntled Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf. Now, the question facing the Steelers’ front […]

Following a one-year hiatus from the NFL, cornerback Patrick Peterson has decided to officially retire and begin his possible journey to Canton, Ohio. The 34-year-old earned three First-Team All-Pro selections and recorded 36 interceptions, 571 solo tackles, 122 pass breakups and 12 fumble recoveries in 13 seasons. He will sign his last contract at the […]

After signing Jacoby Brissett in free agency, it looks like the Arizona Cardinals could be bringing in competition for Kyler Murray’s backup, with the team working out Pro Bowl quarterback Tyler Huntley on Friday, per Ari Meirov on X. “Former #Ravens Pro Bowl QB Tyler ‘Snoop’ Huntley worked out for the #Cardinals today,” Meirov wrote. […]

Calais Campbell will return to the Arizona Cardinals for his 18th season in the NFL after he signed a one-year, $5.5 million contract with the team this offseason. Campbell spent the first nine seasons of his career with the Cardinals before leaving for the Jacksonville Jaguars as a free agent in 2017. As he enters […]

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride is clearly one of the big winners of the NFL offseason after he secured a four-year, $76 million contract extension with the team which also made him the highest-paid player in his position in league history. The Cardinals did not have a great 2024 campaign, as they finished with […]

While hardcore NFL Draft fans have read the mocks, checked the big boards, and settled into the generally accepted rhymes and rhythms of where teams will select certain players, all it takes is for one team to make a trade, and suddenly, the entire dynamic has changed. A quarterback who many assumed would be on […]

The Arizona Cardinals have spent the offseason looking for ways to build off of their 2024 campaign and find their way back to the playoffs after coming up just short once again. Sometimes, the easiest way to improve is to bring back your own players, and star quarterback Kyler Murray will surely be thrilled to […]

The Arizona Cardinals could be ready to take a huge step forward in 2025. Arizona finished the 2024 season 8-9 and missed the playoffs, though they were in the NFC West division race until the end of the season. The Cardinals extended one of their best offensive players on a long-term extension on Thursday. Cardinals […]

The Arizona Cardinals now feature the NFL’s richest tight end. Trey McBride signed his life away Thursday and hit the record books. The Cardinals signed him to a massive four-year, $76 million extension. McBride now earns more compared to his fellow tight end colleagues. That includes two-time NFC champion George Kittle, rising star Sam LaPorta, […]

Another season came and went gone, and once again, the Arizona Cardinals found themselves on the outside looking in when it comes to the playoffs. Sure, Kyler Murray remains the face of the franchise. However, the supporting cast around him still requires significant upgrades if Arizona hopes to compete in the highly competitive NFC. Head […]

The Arizona Cardinals and Trey McBride agreed on a four-year, $76 million contract, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. After McBride made unfortunate NFL history with the Cardinals, he is ready for a new chapter. The tight end finished with the third-most receiving yards for his position group. Furthermore, McBride led the Cardinals in […]

The Arizona Cardinals could make some noise during the 2025 NFL season. Arizona finished the 2024 season 8-9 and missed the playoffs, but they were in the hunt for most of the season. The Cardinals have made a number of aggressive moves that could make them a lot more competitive in the fall. That includes […]

After playing for the Miami Dolphins last season, veteran defensive lineman Calais Campbell is not calling it a career just yet after he officially signed a new contract with the Arizona Cardinals on Tuesday. Campbell returns to the team he began his career with for his 18th season. The 38-year-old defensive lineman joins the Cardinals […]

Once the Philadelphia Eagles dominated the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX, a mystery team — later unveiled as the Green Bay Packers — formally requested to ban the Tush Push. And now, months after the request, there’s a growing chance that the Tush Push gets banned. In fact, there will be a vote […]

Kyler Murray is striving to turn around what has been a fairly disappointing career. And the Arizona Cardinals have tried to improve his chances with defensive help. Also, here is a five-round post-free agency frenzy 2025 NFL mock draft, according to the Pro Football Network simulator. The Cardinals managed a somewhat respectable 8-9 season in […]

The Arizona Cardinals are ready to take a leap in 2025. Arizona finished the 2024 season 8-9 and barely missed the playoffs in a tight NFC West divisional race. Now the Cardinals are making moves with the goal of finally finding some postseason success. Cardinals QB Kyler Murray has not had much success in the […]

Without needing to do anything, Kyler Murray earned himself a pay raise in his future contract. The Arizona Cardinals quarterback hit a roster bonus during the 2025 offseason, increasing his guaranteed pay for the 2026 season. By remaining on the Cardinals’ roster at 4 p.m. ET on Saturday afternoon, Murray is now guaranteed $32.835 million […]

The Arizona Cardinals promised fans an active approach to free agency in 2025. Despite an 8-9 finish last year, the team believes it’s close to getting back into the playoffs after finishing just two games out of first place in the NFC West. The Cardinals hope they can add enough talent to the roster this […]

The Arizona Cardinals missed the playoffs for the third straight season in 2024, finishing with an 8-9 record. The team is still waiting for a true breakout campaign from former first overall draft pick Kyler Murray. However, the Cardinals have added quarterback depth behind the seventh-year starter. Arizona plans to sign Jacoby Brissett to be […]