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What's Taking Cardinals So Long to Hire Next Head Coach?

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals are one of two NFL teams that have yet to hire a head coach, and concerns are beginning to rise within the fan base. We're more than three full weeks into the Cardinals' search for a replacement for head coach Jonathan Gannon, who was fired after his third season in the desert.

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Mike LaFleur already had dinner with Cardinals ownership. Then Arizona interviewed Ron Rivera anyway

The Arizona Cardinals interviewed Ron Rivera for their head coaching job. Rivera went 26-40-1 with the Washington Commanders. Mike LaFleur already had a second interview and dinner with ownership.

Arizona Cardinals News / Total Apex Sports / January 27

Arizona Cardinals Showing Signs Of Desperation With Latest Head Coach Interview

The latest twist in the offseason drama comes courtesy of the Arizona Cardinals, who are reportedly looking at a veteran leader to steady their ship. According to recent reports, former Washington Commanders and Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera has interviewed for the Cardinals’ head coaching vacancy.

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The best one-and-done playoff teams in NFL history

The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 27

Cardinals Coaching Search Takes Its Most Unexpected Turn Yet

The Arizona Cardinals' search to find a head coach has taken its most surprising turn to date thanks to an interview with a coach who hasn't been in the league for multiple seasons.

Kyler Murray News / Burn City Sports / January 28

A new Kyler Murray trade suitor emerges for Cardinals ahead of 2026 offseason

GLENDALE – As the 2026 offseason creeps closer and closer, so does quarterback Kyler Murray’s final day as an Arizona Cardinals. The wide consensus from reports is Murray will be traded this offseason, as the franchise looks to move in a new direction.

NFL News / Burn City Sports / January 27

Why the Cardinals haven’t hired Rams OC Mike LaFleur yet

GLENDALE – After the Los Angeles Rams were eliminated by the Seattle Seahawks in the NFC championship, many believed the Arizona Cardinals coaching search was over.

NFL News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 27

Cardinals HC Hire Will Have Ripple Effects Through NFL

The Arizona Cardinals move into the near future looking to fully complete their head coach hire with two key names in mind. It appears to be down between Los Angeles Rams OC Mike LaFleur and Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris with Jacksonville Jaguars DC Anthony Campanile dipping out of the race.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 27

Cardinals Head Coach Race Takes Massive Turn

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals' path to deciding their next head coach just got paved in crystal clear fashion. The Jacksonville Jaguars revealed defensive coordinator Anthony Campanile (along with offensive coordinator Grant Udinski) will be returning to their staff for the 2026 season.

Arizona Cardinals News / Total Apex Sports / January 27

Arizona Cardinals: NFL Insider Reveals Starting Price For QB Kyler Murray

The NFL offseason is officially upon us, and for Arizona Cardinals fans, it feels like deja vu. Once again, the biggest question looming over the desert is about the quarterback position.

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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 27

3 Final Questions Cardinals Must Answer Before Choosing Next Head Coach

The Arizona Cardinals appear close — very close — to hiring their next head coach. With the Buffalo Bills hiring Joe Brady this morning, Arizona is just one of three teams left to fill their vacancies alongside the Cleveland Browns and Las Vegas Raiders.

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Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 27

Cardinals Thrown Curveball in Latest Mock Draft

The Arizona Cardinals have several dominoes that need to fall before they can begin fully preparing for the 2026 NFL Draft, though their third overall pick still looms large as we're months away from Arizona being on the clock.

Kyler Murray News / Last Word On Sports / January 27

Latest Report Gives Shocking Update on Kyler Murray’s Trade Value

The Arizona Cardinals have yet to hire their next head coach, but whoever earns the position will likely trade quarterback Kyler Murray. The first overall pick in the 2019 NFL Draft, Murray started out his career on a promising note and guided the team to the playoffs in 2021.

Trey McBride News / Burn City Sports / January 26

Trey McBride and Cardinals teammates entering 2026 WM Phoenix Open Pro-Am

SCOTTSDALE – The 2026 Waste Management Phoenix less than two weeks away, and the highly-anticipated Annexus Pro-Am just added some exciting new names in Arizona Cardinals Pro Bowlers.

Raheem Morris News / Burn City Sports / January 26

Is Raheem Morris as Cardinals defensive coordinator a realistic outcome?

GLENDALE – Mike LaFleur becoming the Arizona Cardinals 44th head coach in franchise history appears to be a foregone conclusion. The 38-year-old Los Angeles Rams offensive coordinator will be the four coach that has held that position to earn an NFL head coaching job: Kevin O’Connell, Liam Coen and Matt LaFleur.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 26

Mike LaFleur Has Quickly Become Cardinals’ Worst-Kept Secret

The Arizona Cardinals are nearing completion of their process to find Jonathan Gannon's replacement, and their latest update just might be their most revealing.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 26

Insider Reveals When Cardinals Expect to Hire New Head Coach

The Arizona Cardinals are one of four NFL teams still looking to fill their coaching vacancy, and according to one league insider, all of those openings could be filled quite soon.

Kyler Murray News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 26

Cardinals citing Geno Smith return in early Kyler Murray trade talks

After being benched midway through the season, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is now firmly on the trade block. The Cardinals have made clear what their trade demands are.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 26

Cardinals Schedule Second Interview With HC Front-Runner

The Arizona Cardinals are now expecting to rapidly accelerate their coaching search following the conclusion of conference championship weekend, and one of the cycle's biggest names is set to meet with the organization.

NFL News / Burn City Sports / January 26

Cardinals to bring in Rams OC Mike LaFleur for in-person interview

GLENDALE – The Arizona Cardinals are bringing Mike LaFleur in for an in-person interview per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network, and isn’t a courtesy call. It’s a sign that they are looking to make a splash for their new head coach.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / January 26

Cardinals Can Now Interview These 5 Coaches

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals are still one of four NFL teams to have job openings for their head coach position, and now with conference championship weekend behind us, their process is expected to ramp up.