Are Cardinals done making moves in free agency ahead of 2026 season

Cardinals new additions in free agency thus far:

• RB Tyler Allgeier
• LS Casey Kreiter
• QB Gardner Minshew II
• OL Matt Pryor
• OL Elijah Wilkinson
• DL Jonah Williams
• OL Isaac Seumalo
• WR Kendrick Bourne
• S Andrew Wingard

The biggest signing was former Pittsburgh Steelers guard Isaac Seumalo for three years, $31.5 million deal. The 32-year-old was quite honest in his introductory press conference about why he chose Arizona, highlighting the money. Regardless, Seumalo, Matt Pryor and Elijah Wilkinson add some much needed depth to an offensive line.

Many of the top remaining free agents are offensive lineman, with ESPN ranking tackles Rasheed Walker and Taylor Decker in the top three. With Paris Johnson Jr. and newly signed Elijah Wilkinson expected to start at each tackle position, Walker and Decker seem like a pipe dream for Ossenfort to pursue.

Another problems with remaining free agents is the age. The Cardinals are content with running back Jacoby Brissett as the starter in 2026, who went 1-11 last year. The franchise has basically confirmed it’s tanking for a high 2027 draft pick, despite the end of season press conference where Ossenfort and owner Michael Bidwill stated the team is trying to win next season.

Outside of Walker and WR Jauan Jennings, all the top free agents left are in their 30s. Arizona should be trying to develop many of the young guys on the roster offensively and defensively.

Unless a trade comes up for a massive star, which Ossenfort hasn’t pulled off in his tenure, the franchise is moving its eyes towards the draft. The Cardinals will likely look towards the defensive side of the ball with their third overall pick, spending plenty of money in free agency on the offense. If Ossenfort selects an edge, like Miami’s Rueben Bain Jr. with the pick, the fourth-year GM addressed two of the biggest needs this offseason: O-Line and Pass Rush.

Whether that is enough to compete in 2026 is another question. Which makes Ossenfort’s approach this free agency questionable, given his job is on the line next season, and he won’t be able to afford another 3-14 season.