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Early Buzz Has Cardinals on the Outside of John Harbaugh Race

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals continue the search for their next head coach following the dismissal of Jonathan Gannon, but it doesn't appear as if the organization is truly in the race for one of the cycle's biggest names.

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Cardinals Sign New Kickoff/Punt Return Man

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals have reportedly added to their special teams unit. The Cardinals have signed New York Giants wide receiver and notable return man Ihmor Smith-Marsette on a one-year deal.

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Cardinals Reportedly Targeting Steelers OC for Interview

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals move into the depths of their coaching search hoping to find Jonathan Gannon's replacement, and their reported 13th requested interview is a familiar one for general manager Monti Ossenfort.

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Cardinals interviewing Texans defensive coordinator after elite Wild Card performance

The Arizona Cardinals are one of nine NFL teams with a head coach vacancy. After compiling a 15-36 record in three seasons, Jonathan Gannon was fired from the post.

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Cardinals Eying Texans Defensive Mastermind for Interview

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals are reportedly requesting to speak with their 12th candidate of the 2026 coaching cycle in Houston Texans defensive coordinator Matt Burke, according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini.

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Who had the most sacks in a season during the NFL's pre-modern era?

Thanks to pro-football-reference.com's addition of unofficial sack totals to players' resumes, more clarity has emerged about the best pass-rushing years from previous eras.

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / January 14

Expert predicts Cardinals to hire from NFC West rival for head coaching position in 2026

GLENDALE – Almost a third of NFL teams have a vacancy at head coach. The competition between teams to target top candidates like John Harbaugh, Kevin Stefanski, Mike McDaniel will be fierce.

Trent Sherfield News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 13

Cardinals WR Joins Patriots for Playoff Push

ARIZONA — Former Arizona Cardinals WR Trent Sherfield Sr. is joining the New England Patriots' practice squad ahead of their Divisional Round tilt against the Houston Texans.

NFL News / Burn City Sports / January 13

Could Mike Tomlin be a head coaching candidate for the Arizona Cardinals?

GLENDALE – Now that Mike Tomlin has become available after nearly two decades of stability in Pittsburgh, the ripple effects of him becoming the coach of the Cardinals would be immediate, and Arizona should be paying attention.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 13

ESPN Predicts Cardinals’ Next Head Coach is NFC West Surprise

ARIZONA — With eleven known candidates for the Arizona Cardinals' head coaching vacancy, it truly feels as if it's anybody's guess as to who will land in the desert for 2026 and beyond.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 13

Cardinals Delivering on Early Promise for Head Coach Search

ARIZONA — Arizona Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill doesn't deserve a parade for what's transpired within the last few weeks. Nor is he close to winning back the fan base's approval, which likely won't come until Arizona makes the postseason again.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 13

Cardinals Reportedly Interviewing Chargers Coordinator

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals move into the second week of their coaching search with their 11th unofficial name added to the list. According to NFL insider Albert Breer: "Chargers defensive coordinator Jesse Minter has interview requests from the Browns, Cardinals, Dolphins, Falcons, Giants, Raiders, Ravens and Titans, per source.

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Former Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon has interview for next NFL job

GLENDALE – After his firing last week on Black Monday, many wondered how quickly would former Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon get his opportunity to coach in the NFL.

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Cardinals have contacted John Harbaugh amidst coaching search for 2026

GLENDALE – Despite not requesting an interview yet, the Arizona Cardinals do seem interest in former Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh. When Arizona released its initial eight-name list for candidates for its head coach opening in 2026, Harbaugh wasn’t mentioned.

Arizona Cardinals News / Pro Football Rumors / January 12

Titans Schedule Jonathan Gannon HC Interview; Gannon Books DC Meetings With Commanders, Cowboys

Jonathan Gannon could land on his feet soon. Following his ouster as Cardinals HC, the three-year leader has three interviews scheduled — one bringing an opportunity to stay on the HC tier.

Jonathan Gannon News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 12

Jonathan Gannon Also Interviewing For Titans HC Job, Commanders DC Job This Week

Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo are reporting that former Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon is scheduled to interview for the Cowboys’ defensive coordinator

Jonathan Gannon News / NFLTradeRumors.co / January 12

Cowboys Schedule DC Interview With Jonathan Gannon

Per Joseph Hoyt, the Cowboys have scheduled an interview with former Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon for their DC vacancy. Here’s an updated list of candidates

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Cardinals Predicted to Land Familiar Face in HC Hunt

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals are one of eight NFL teams in search for a new head coach, and it's anybody's guess as to how the coaching cycle will shake out from top to bottom.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 12

Cardinals Reportedly Contact Top HC Candidate

The Arizona Cardinals move into the future hoping to land their next head coach, and when it comes to potential names, John Harbaugh is at the top of their list.

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These 8 Cardinals Just Became Free Agents

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals saw eight players officially hit free agency after their practice squad contracts expired today. All of Jared Bartlett, Wyatt Bowles, Marques Cox, Denzel Daxon, Jermar Jefferson, Trent Sherfield, Steven Sims and Logan Woodside are now free to sign with any team.

NFL News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 12

Cardinals Reportedly Out of Running for Top HC Candidate

The Arizona Cardinals aren't in the mix for former Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh, as the Super Bowl-winning leader is now focused on the New York Giants and Atlanta Falcons according to NFL insider Connor Hughes.