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What Mike LaFleur Told Cardinals Ahead of Hall of Fame Game

GLENDALE — The Arizona Cardinals are about to take the field for the first time under Mike LaFleur's guidance. The primetime lights of Canton, OH will play host to the Cardinals and Carolina Panthers this Thursday at 5:00 PM AZ time on NBC as the NFL's Hall of Fame Game begins preseason action.

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Josh Sweat 'Locked In' As Cardinals Return Draws Closer

ARIZONA — Arizona Cardinals outside linebacker Josh Sweat was never going to suit up for the team in Thursday's Hall of Fame Game matchup, especially after head coach Mike LaFleur told reporters roughly 35 players wouldn't be playing against the Panthers.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 5

Cardinals Camp Notebook: Quick Work as Hall of Fame Awaits

ARIZONA — The Arizona Cardinals are soon to be wheels up to Canton, OH for the 2026 Hall of Fame Game to begin preseason action. That wasn't before squeezing in a last-minute Wednesday practice at State Farm Stadium, however, which marks the 11th of 2026's training camp duration.

Jeremiyah Love News / Burn City Sports / August 5

Jeremiyah Love won’t suit up for Cardinals in Hall of Fame game

GLENDALE — Arizona Cardinals fans will have to wait a little longer to catch running back Jeremiyah Love in action. Head coach Mike LaFleur confirmed during Wednesday’s practice that the rookie will not play in Thursday’s Hall of Fame Game against the Carolina Panthers, according to reporter Darren Urban.

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Carson Beck News / Lindy's Sports / August 5

Hall Of Fame Game More Than Preseason For Cardinals' Carson Beck

NFL football is finally back. The Hall of Fame Game will kick off on Thursday with the Arizona Cardinals taking on the Carolina Panthers. Arizona announced that rookie quarterback Carson Beck will start the game, giving him a good chance to impress his new coaches.

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25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Jacoby Brissett News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 5

What NFL Coaches Really Think About Cardinals QB Jacoby Brissett

ARIZONA — Jacoby Brissett continues to be one of the more polarizing players on the Arizona Cardinals' 2026 roster. That's essentially the price any quarterback

NFL News / Field Level Media / August 5

Cards RB Jeremiyah Love will not play in Hall of Fame Game

Rookie running back Jeremiyah Love will not take the field in the Arizona Cardinals' preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers on Thursday in the Hall of Fame Game in Canton, Ohio.

Mike LaFleur News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Mike LaFleur Announces Unexpected Carson Beck Decision on Tuesday

Mike LaFleur's decision on Tuesday to start Carson Beck for the Hall of Fame Game drew a lot of attention. With Jacoby Brissett set to be rested, many expected Gardner Minshew to be the QB1.

Josh Sweat News / A to Z Sports / August 5

Latest intel confirms suspicion about why Packers would be perfect landing spot for disgruntled Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat

Sweat started Cardinals’ training camp on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, but it doesn’t sound like it’s a serious issue. The Green Bay Packers have a natural connection to a veteran edge rusher who wants out of Arizona.

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The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

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Cardinals' Carson Beck opens up about starting Hall of Fame Game vs. Panthers

Beck opened up about receiving the opportunity to serve as his club's QB1 on a temporary basis.

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Carson Beck News / The Spun / August 4

Cardinals Set Expectations For Carson Beck Ahead Of Preseason Debut

When the Arizona Cardinals take the field Thursday to face the Carolina Panthers in the Hall of Fame Game, rookie quarterback Carson Beck will get the start.

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Coziah Izzard News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4

Browns Claiming DT Coziah Izzard Off Waivers From Cardinals

Per Scott Petrak, the Browns are claiming DT Coziah Izzard off waivers from the Cardinals. Petrak adds the Browns are waiving WR Aaron Anderson with an injury designation in correspondence after he was injured on Tuesday.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 4

Cardinals turning to Carson Beck for Hall of Fame game

The Arizona Cardinals are set to kick off the preseason in a Hall of Fame game matchup against the Carolina Panthers on Thursday, August 6. With the contest just days away, the organization named its starting quarterback for its first preseason game.

Carson Beck News / Field Level Media / August 4

Cardinals starting rookie QB Carson Beck for Hall of Fame game

The Arizona Cardinals will start rookie quarterback Carson Beck for Thursday's preseason Hall of Fame Game against the Carolina Panthers in Canton, Ohio, head coach Mike LaFleur told reporters on Tuesday.

Trey McBride News / Burn City Sports / August 4

Cardinals’ Trey McBride NOT ranked best TE in NFL for 2026 by Bleacher Report

GLENDALE – Despite a record-breaking 2025 season, some outlets aren’t ready to give Arizona Cardinals tight end the best in the world tag. Bleacher Report is releasing their ranking of every position group in the NFL heading into 2026, with tight ends being the latest list.

Carson Beck News / Burn City Sports / August 4

What Carson Beck being Cardinals starting QB in 2026 Hall of Fame means for future

GLENDALE – In a bit of a shock, the Arizona Cardinals announce the starter for Thursday’s Hall of Fame game vs. the Carolina Panthers to be rookie quarterback Carson Beck.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4

Cardinals Announce QB Carson Beck To Start HOF Game

The Arizona Cardinals announced that third-round QB Carson Beck will start for them in Thursday’s Hall of Fame Game. Arizona takes on the Carolina Panthers

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Cardinals rookie could quietly force his way into WR rotation

Cardinals rookie Reggie Virgil could quietly force his way into WR rotation

The Cardinals selected the 22-year-old receiver with the No. 143 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft following his lone season at Texas Tech.

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Evan Hull News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 3

Cardinals Claim Two Players Including RB Evan Hull

The Arizona Cardinals have claimed RB Evan Hull off waivers from the Texans and DT Cam Horsley off waivers from the Titans, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire.

Marvin Harrison Jr. News / Draft Nation / August 4

Busting Out: Marvin Harrison, Jr

There may not be a more uncomfortable player to evaluate in fantasy football than Marvin Harrison Jr. By Year 3, we normally have our answer. Either the player has developed into the star we envisioned, or we're forced to admit we missed.

NFL News / Yardbarker / August 3