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Cardinals predicted to boost offensive line in 2026 free agency

GLENDALE – There’s plenty of holes when a team goes 3-14, but the Arizona Cardinals had a glaring one that plagued them all 2025. From one of its strong points to one of its weakest, Arizona’s offensive line went from a top five unit to bottom five in one season.

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Cardinals Kyler Murray replacement bears $30 million price tag

GLENDALE – The top choice to be Kyler Murray’s replacement for the Arizona Cardinals won’t come cheap. With a weak 2026 QB class in this year’s draft, Arizona is expected to look towards free agency for their next franchise quarterback, with former Green Bay Packers’ Malik Willis on top of the list.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 28

Cardinals Reportedly Eying Free Agent QB — And It's Not Malik Willis

There's so much buzz and conversation surrounding the Arizona Cardinals' quarterback situation as the 2026 offseason rolls around. With Jacoby Brissett under contract through one more season, the Cardinals are searching for an avenue to part ways with Kyler Murray.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / February 28

Kyler Murray has been linked to a new team

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has been linked to a new team during the NFL Combine rumor mill. NBC Sports fantasy expert Matthew Berry is in attendance at the combine in Indianapolis, and shared some of the rumors he has frequently been hearing.

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The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz

How many of the players to last tally 1,000 or more rushing yards in a season for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Who is the best all-time defensive back for every NFL franchise?

As NFL rules have changed, defensive backs' job descriptions have transitioned. Here is our best attempt at identifying the premier DB performer in each NFL franchise's history.

Malik Willis News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 28

Cardinals, Malik Willis Rumors Heating Up After Combine

The Arizona Cardinals are heavily expected to move on from quarterback Kyler Murray this offseason, creating an opening for their potential passer of the future to arrive — whether that be via free agency, trade market or the draft.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 28

Cardinals Named Free Agent Fit for Top OT

The Arizona Cardinals move into the offseason with varying needs across their roster, and while this week's scouting combine will be key in further crafting their organization, 2026's free agent class will be crucial to find immediate fixes with veteran talent.

Arizona Cardinals News / Football Analysis / February 28

Cardinals’ $54.7M Dead Cap Looms As GM Caught In Lie

A stunning contradiction emerged from the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis on Tuesday, February 24. While Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort told reporters he’s maintained “good dialogue” with quarterback Kyler Murray about the 2025 season, a source told ESPN that the two have not spoken a single word since the season ended.

Kyler Murray News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 28

Dolphins’ perfect trade offer to Cardinals for Kyler Murray this offseason

There are resets, and then there are reckoning seasons. The Miami Dolphins just lived through the latter. After years of chasing speed and splash, South Florida now finds itself staring at the most unforgiving position in sports without a clear answer.

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The 25 greatest NFL players who never made a Pro Bowl

Let’s take a look at some of the biggest and most recognizable names that never were voted into or played in the Pro Bowl.

Ben Steele News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 27

Former Cardinals TE Coach Lands New Opportunity

Former Arizona Cardinals TE Coach Ben Steele has found a new home. Steele is heading to the Washington Commanders to coach the same position, according to NFL insider Tom Pelissero.

Paris Johnson News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 27

The Cost That Makes Paris Johnson’s Fifth-Year Option Massive Cardinals Decision

The Arizona Cardinals and major decisions in the 2026 offseason will soon be synonymous with each other. Of course, Kyler Murray will always steal the spotlight and headlines until he's ultimately traded.

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NFL Sets Salary Cap: How Much Money do the Arizona Cardinals Have?

The Arizona Cardinals move into the 2026 offseason with their salary cap officially set. The NFL, according to insider Mike Garafolo, has notified teams that 2026's salary cap will be set at $301.2 million per club.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 27

Cardinals May Have Already Found Their Top Draft Pick

The Arizona Cardinals are interviewing several prospects in Indianapolis this week as the NFL combine continues, though it appears a favorite interview may have already landed.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 27

How Arizona Cardinals Graded in Every NFLPA Report Card Category

Though the NFL recently won a grievance against the NFLPA to stop its widespread publication of player grades on several different aspects of each franchise, that hasn't prevented leaks from eventually showcasing how every organization did.

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / February 27

Cardinals meet with highly-rated QB at 2026 NFL Combine

GLENDALE – Who’ll be under center for the Arizona Cardinals in 2026 is still unclear, but the team did meet with a top-rated quarterback from this year’s draft.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 27

NFC Notes: Kyler Murray, Zach Charbonnet, 49ers, Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks

Ole Miss DT Zxavian Harris had a formal interview with the 49ers. (Ryan Roberts) Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort said “all options are on the table” regarding QB Kyler Murray and his future status with the team.

Michael Bidwill News / Burn City Sports / February 26

Cardinals’ Michael Bidwill only NFL owner to get 'F' in NFLPA 2026 report cards

GLENDALE – To no one’s surprise, the NFLPA report cards were leaked, despite a recent grievance by the NFL to avoid this scenario. The league tried to save some teams’ dignity, like the Arizona Cardinals, by not having these report cards published to avoid public shaming for how bad the rest of the league views them.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 26

Cardinals ownership given only ‘F’ in NFLPA report card leak

The NFLPA initially claimed that official grades on the report cards for each franchise would not be made public. Technically, they stayed true to their word until the grades were seemingly leaked online.

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / February 26

Arizona Cardinals ranked 31st in leaked 2026 NFLPA report cards

GLENDALE – The 2026 NFLPA report cards have been leaked, and the Arizona Cardinals were ranked 31st overall, with their track record barely improving from placing dead last just a season ago.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 26

Cardinals, Again, Rank Among Worst Teams in NFLPA Report Card

The NFL recently won a grievance against the NFLPA preventing the organization from publicly revealing their yearly grades, though that hasn't stopped 2026's report card from coming to light.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 26

1 free agent who would fix Cardinals’ biggest flaw heading into 2026 season

It should be a lock that the Arizona Cardinals will get a boost from their high draft pick. But their quarterback situation is tenuous, at best. Still, here is one free agent who would fix the Cardinals’ biggest flaw heading into the 2026 season.