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2 Names Emerge in Cardinals' Hunt for Defensive Coordinator

The Arizona Cardinals' search for a defensive coordinator wages on. After hiring head coach Mike LaFleur, the Cardinals saw all top candidates in Anthony Weaver, Raheem Morris and Gus Bradley vanish from the pool of defensive play-callers, leaving an already dry coordinator market even more depleted.

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Cardinals Request DC Interviews With Charlie Bullen, Aubrey Pleasant

The Cardinals made a rather surprising offensive coordinator hire Wednesday, changing Nathaniel Hackett‘s plans after he had previously committed to becoming the Dolphins’ quarterbacks coach.

NFL News / Field Level Media / February 4

Report: Cardinals hire Nathaniel Hackett as OC

Nathaniel Hackett, who spent three seasons on Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur's staff, will keep it in the family and join Matt's brother, new Arizona head coach Mike LaFleur, as the Cardinals' offensive coordinator, per an ESPN report Wednesday.

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The 25 greatest NFL teams that didn't win a Super Bowl

Some franchises' best efforts have not led to victory parades or even Super Bowl berths. Because of untimely injuries, unfortunate circumstances, or myriad other reasons, many teams' plans throughout NFL history have not produced the desired result.

Nathaniel Hackett News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 4

Cardinals Hiring Nathaniel Hackett As Offensive Coordinator

According to Tom Pelissero, the Cardinals are indeed hiring Nathaniel Hackett to be the offensive coordinator for new HC Mike LaFleur. He had emerged as

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 4

What New Cardinals Coach Said About Kyler Murray's Future

The Arizona Cardinals officially ushered in the Mike LaFleur era this week, holding his introductory press conference after hiring him as the team's next coach.

Mike LaFleur News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 4

3 Important Takeaways From Mike LaFleur’s First Day as Cardinals Coach

The Arizona Cardinals officially introduced Mike LaFleur as the team's new head coach this week, as figures such as Monti Ossenfort and Michael Bidwill addressed a room full of reporters, family and players for nearly 40 minutes at the team's facility in Tempe.

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First Cardinals Mock Draft of the Mike LaFleur Era

The Arizona Cardinals have made their head coaching hire after seemingly missing out on Klint Kubiak, with Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator Matt LaFleur.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / February 3

Cardinals eyeing former AFC West head coach after Mike LaFleur hire

The Arizona Cardinals coaching staff is beginning to take shape under new head coach Mike LaFleur. Early signs suggest Arizona may lean on familiarity to stabilize its offense.

Mike LaFleur News / Pro Football Rumors / February 3

Mike LaFleur Will Call Cardinals’ Offense; Wink Martindale Among DC Candidates;

The Cardinals were the second-to-last team to hire a new head coach this cycle, putting them behind the ball in the search for their coordinators. With an offensive-minded head coach in Mike LaFleur, Arizona’s defensive coordinator hire will be crucial.

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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 / February 3

Cardinals Gaining Momentum With Aggressive DC

The Arizona Cardinals' search for a defensive coordinator wages on after several top names have been erased from the team's list, creating a sense of urgency for first-year head coach Mike LaFleur to find a suitable play-caller quickly.

Arizona Cardinals News / Yardbarker / February 3

New Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur reveals play-calling plans, comments on Kyler Murray

We know LaFleur will be calling plays in Arizona, but who will be his quarterback?

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Nathaniel Hackett News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 3

Dolphins QBs Coach Nathaniel Hackett Viewed As Early Candidate For Cardinals’ OC Job

Matt Zenitz, citing sources, reports that Dolphins’ recently hired QBs coach Nathaniel Hackett is viewed among the “early possibilities” for the Cardinals’

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / February 3

Cardinals Coach Mike LaFleur Didn’t Try to Win the Press Conference

TEMPE — New Arizona Cardinals head coach Mike LaFleur was officially introduced by the organization at the team's practice facility in Tempe, ushering in a new era of football that brings promise of paving a brighter path in the desert.

NFL News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3

Cardinals new coach undecided on Kyler Murray's future

The Arizona Cardinals and Las Vegas Raiders were the last two teams remaining in the busy head coaching search. The Raiders have decided on Seattle Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak.

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / February 3

Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald on potential 2026 Hall of Fame induction

GLENDALE – Two days remain before the 2026 Pro Football Hall of Fame class is announced at NFL Honors. Despite the recent headlines and news surrounding the voters, this year’s class is stacked, including Arizona Cardinals legendary wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald.

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / February 3

18 Cardinals players show up to support new head coach Mike LaFleur

GLENDALE – A new era of the Arizona Cardinals has begun on Tuesday during the introductory press conference of new head coach Mike LaFleur. After an emotional 10-minute opening statement, the 38-year-old head coach detailed how he envisioned the future of his team.