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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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Amid the recent tush push ban voting, the Arizona Cardinals and Indianapolis Colts were among the teams in favor of kissing the play goodbye. Their votes were a harsh reminder for Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni that the NFL is nothing if not a cut-throat industry. Jonathan Gannon and Shane Steichen, the respective head […]

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 […]

During the 2025 NFL owners meetings, a hot topic of discussion has been the Tush Push ban. On one end, some teams find it a bannable play. Others could’ve arguably elevated their careers because of the play. And for the three coordinators who left the Philadelphia Eagles for head coaching gigs, Nick Sirianni thinks they […]

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 […]

After really hitting his peak for the Philadelphia Eagles during the playoffs, consistently beating his man on the way to seven tackles, two QB hits, and two sacks postseason, Milton Williams is about to get paid. Sure, he’s never played more than 50 percent of the Eagles’ snaps in a season, sure, his sack total […]

The Arizona Cardinals’ 2024-25 NFL season became lost after the Week 11 bye. The Cardinals were gaining steam from October to November, with four-straight wins and a 6-4 record. But inconsistency is what drew head coach Jonathan Gannon and Co. out of playoff contention – losing their first three games after the bye week, ultimately […]

Jonathan Gannon’s net worth in 2025 is $1 million to $5 million. He parlayed a trip to Super Bowl LVII into his first head-coaching job with the Arizona Cardinals. Here is a look at Jonathan Gannon’s net worth in 2025 as he prepares for his third season in Phoenix. What is Jonathan Gannon’s net worth […]

In 2024, the Arizona Cardinals took a step forward under head coach Jonathan Gannon. Unfortunately, while football is a game of inches, the Cardinals needed a few years more to really show the kind of progress their fanbase wanted to see, with an 8-9 record culminating in the 16th overall pick in the 2025 NFL […]

Following their 36-30 overtime loss to the Carolina Panthers in Week 16— and the Los Angeles Rams’ win on Sunday— the Arizona Cardinals were officially eliminated from playoff contention. However, while this should’ve seemingly lit a fire under the Cardinals’ second-year head coach Jonathan Gannon, he didn’t appear too upset, per Darren Urban on X. […]

Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride has been a very productive player this season, but he had not yet found the end zone, and after the team’s 30-17 win over the New England Patriots, head coach Jonathan Gannon spoke on his impact despite not scoring a touchdown. “Obviously, he’s a huge playmaker for us,” Gannon […]

The Arizona Cardinals lost control of the NFC West in Week 12 when they suffered a 16-6 loss at the hands of the Seattle Seahawks, and once again, the team struggled to get star rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. involved in the passing game. With the team looking to get back on track in […]

The Arizona Cardinals are in a traffic jam inside the NFC West. The Cards share the division’s best record with the Seattle Seahawks at 6-5 and in a division with all four teams within a game of each other. However, the team and head coach Jonathan Gannon had to navigate without one of their top […]

The Arizona Cardinals have been doubted and undervalued throughout the 2024-25 NFL season. They’ve also done a fantastic job with proving everybody wrong. The reality is that Kyler Murray and the Cardinals are one of the biggest NFC threats. Jonathan Gannon has previously voiced his confidence in Murray, and how lethal the Cardinals offense can […]

The Arizona Cardinals announced Wednesday morning that starting right tackle Jonah Williams will return to practice, beginning a 21-day window to assess his potential activation to the 53-man roster. This news follows Arizona’s narrow 28-27 victory over the Miami Dolphins in Week 8, setting an optimistic tone as the team prepares for upcoming games. Williams’ […]

There is no doubt that the low usage of Arizona Cardinals rookie Marvin Harrison Jr. has been a talking point where he only had one catch for four yards despite being seen as the team’s top receiving option. Despite fantasy football owners of Harrison being angry, the first-year pass-catcher offered some words that promotes growth […]

The Arizona Cardinals did not get the win in Week 1, but Cardinals fans were left with plenty of reasons to feel optimistic about their team. Arizona took Buffalo down to the wire and almost completed an amazing Week 1 comeback. Jonathan Gannon should feel pleased with how well his squad played in Week 1, […]

There were reasons for hope for the Cardinals after Week 1. Even in a loss to the Buffalo Bills, the Cardinals looked efficient on offense, especially in the run game, and showed flashes of playmaking ability on defense. However, any good vibes that the Cardinals were taking into Week 2 took a big hit on Tuesday. […]

After effectively punting on the 2023 NFL season due to a brutal series of injuries that left them starting Joshua Dobbs in Week 1, fans of the Arizona Cardinals were eager to see how Jonathan Gannon’s vision would look fully formed. Would Kyler Murray return to vintage form, playing like the unflappable franchise quarterback the […]

It’s a much-anticipated 2024 NFL season for the Arizona Cardinals. Many fans can’t wait to see how quarterback Kyler Murray will adapt to his new offense heading into his first full season since his 2022 ACL tear. Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon can’t wait for it all to unfold, according to ESPN’s Josh Weinfuss’s X, formerly Twitter. “I’m excited to […]

The Arizona Cardinals are ready to make some waves in 2024. Arizona got off to a rough start in 2023, only winning one of their first nine games. Now they have reloaded the roster with young talent like rookie Marvin Harrison Jr. and are ready to compete in the competitive NFC West. That might prove […]

While fans of the Arizona Cardinals this preseason have hopefully have seen the stock rise of some players, they are still wondering if star quarterback Kyler Murray will play or not in the finale before the Week 1 opener next Sunday. However, the true Cardinals quarterback battle of the backup spot between Clayton Tune and […]

The Arizona Cardinals may have struck gold by selecting Marvin Harrison Jr. with the fourth overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Head Coach Jonathan Gannon recently shared insights that hint at Harrison’s unexpected qualities, which could see him become an essential figure in the Cardinals’ offense. Marvin Harrison Jr. shines early in Arizona Cardinals […]

As the Arizona Cardinals prepare to open their preseason against the New Orleans Saints on Saturday, head coach Jonathan Gannon revealed that franchise QB Kyler Murray will sit out the preseason campaign. Fans might already expect this news about the Cardinals lineup since most NFL teams would rather sit out notable players for comparably lower-stakes […]

The 2024-25 Arizona Cardinals campaign is expected to be defined by two vitally important questions. Is Marvin Harrison Jr. really the superstar wide receiver so many scouts forecast him to be? And can Kyler Murray prove himself to be a viable long-term option at quarterback for this franchise? Naturally, the answers to these queries could […]

If there is one exciting aspect for the Arizona Cardinals’ upcoming season, it is how star running back James Conner can build off his career-best year where he rushed for over 1,000 yards for the first time. He spoke with Josh Weinfuss of ESPN as Conner detailed what he wants to see out of himself […]

Two seasons of 4-13 records and fourth-place finishes in the NFC West have the Arizona Cardinals ready to move on. Team general manager Monti Ossenfort and second-year head coach Jonathan Gannon now hope they have put together another successful offseason to better themselves. In hopes of changing the tide, the Cardinals walked away with 12 […]

The Arizona Cardinals are heading in to next season with Kyler Murray being the starting quarterback as they hope he continues to live up to his status being a former No. 1 overall pick. Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort who was not around when Murray was drafted is standing behind his quarterback showing off his […]

A lot of doubts started creeping up about Kyler Murray’s fit in the NFL. He was often regarded as too short for the position while even claiming that his skills would not be up to par with most quarterbacks. A chance is given to him by the Arizona Cardinals in the draft and a few […]

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Desmond Ridder has had an interesting career in the NFL so far to say the least as he was traded from the Atlanta Falcons on March 14. In an interview with Josh Weinfuss of ESPN, Ridder is candid when talking about his time with the Falcons, his new opportunity with the Cardinals, […]

The Arizona Cardinals certainly want to rebound from a disappointing 4-13 season in the 2023 NFL campaign. Despite falling short of playoff contention, the team faces the opportunity to revamp its lineup and instigate substantial changes. As the Cardinals evaluate their strategic options for the 2024 offseason, three players have surfaced as plausible candidates for […]

The Arizona Cardinals had an unequivocally disappointing 2023 NFL campaign. They closed with a 4-13 record and missed the playoffs. Not surprisingly, the franchise now eyes significant improvements in the upcoming 2024 offseason. Identifying key acquisitions could be pivotal for their roster enhancement. Cardinals’ 2023 Season Struggles plagued the Cardinals throughout the 2023 season. After […]