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4 Defensive Arizona Cardinals Who Could Be Cut

Just one preseason game remains for the league, which means difficult decisions loom for teams as they begin trimming the roster down to 53 players. The Arizona Cardinals have had more than a few major positional battles and competitions, and it all comes down to the team's final preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders.

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Marvin Harrison Jr. bringing vet tendencies to the Cardinals

TEMPE — Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Simi Fehoko has been around some dudes across four NFL seasons. Between his stints with the Dallas Cowboys and the Los Angeles Chargers, Fehoko has shared WRs rooms with the likes of CeeDee Lamb (four 1,000-yard seasons), Keenan Allen (six) and Amari Cooper (seven).

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / August 19

Cardinals first six opposing QBs in 2025 revealed massive advantage for defense

GLENDALE – As the season approaches, quarterback battles are nearing their end, and teams are naming their Week 1 starter. The Arizona Cardinals have the 27th easiest strength of schedule based on last year’s record, and it becomes clear why with the QB starters the defense will face within the first six weeks.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 19

Arizona Cardinals Whiff on Playoffs in Latest Projections

The Arizona Cardinals have a considerable amount of buzz generated in the desert ahead of what should be a fun 2025 campaign. The Cardinals loaded the defensive side of the ball up this past offseason and are banking on guys such as Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr.

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Ranking all 32 NFL head coaches for the 2025 season

The impact of NFL head coaches is arguably greater than any other major US sport. Heading into the 2025 season, these are the best head coaches ranked from first to worst.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 19

Arizona Cardinals Defense Named Biggest Preseason Losers

The Arizona Cardinals clearly weren't winners from their preseason Week 2 beatdown from the Denver Broncos. That's not exactly groundbreaking analysis following their 27-7 loss to the Broncos over the weekend, at least in the mind of head coach Jonathan Gannon: "We got outplayed tonight, that was obvious by the score," Gannon said after the game.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 19

5 Arizona Cardinals Who Could Be Cut: Offense Edition

The clock is ticking down for several players to make the final 53-man roster across the league, and the Arizona Cardinals are no different. It's been a highly competitive offseason for the team as they aim to return to the playoffs, which means difficult decisions will be made -- some at certain positions more than others.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 19

Former NFL QB: Arizona Cardinals Not Talked About Enough

The Arizona Cardinals don't tend to garner much support or love from a national media perspective. For the most part, those high on the team are the ones who cover it on an everyday basis.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 19

Arizona Cardinals Disrespected in Latest Power Rankings

The Arizona Cardinals, unsurprisingly, aren't being given a ton of national love after a rough week two preseason loss to the Denver Broncos. The Cardinals are no strangers to being underestimated.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Sports / August 19

The ‘hot spots’ of the Cardinals’ 53-man roster construction

TEMPE — The Arizona Cardinals’ roster is going to look very different in a little more than a week’s time. For those looking to improve their initial 53-man roster stock, it’s now or never.

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / August 19

Cardinals’ Harrison Jr. sees upward trend in connection with Kyler Murray

GLENDALE — Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. likes the connection he and quarterback Kyler Murray have created during preseason camp.

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Grading the offseason for all 32 NFL teams

With another wild NFL offseason in the books, teams are ready to open the 2025 regular season. We won't know the true results of the offseason moves until the season plays out, but here's a look at how each team addressed its needs.

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / August 19

Former Cardinals QB Matt Leinart believes Kyler Murray’s future depends on 2025 NFL season

GLENDALE – Cardinals Quarterback Kyler Murray has received some more pressure about his future for Arizona, as former Cardinals QB Matt Leinart believes this could be his last shot.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18

NFC Notes: Byron Murphy II, Emari Demercado, Cardinals, Rams, Seahawks

Cardinals RB Emari Demercado scored a 43-yard touchdown reception in Arizona’s 20-17 preseason win over the Chiefs. Demercado called the moment a big confidence boost for him. “I wasn’t thinking, I was just reacting,” Demercado said, via Darren Urban of the team’s site.

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NFL analyst calls Cardinals an NFC threat on Pat McAfee Show

GLENDALE — ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky believes the Arizona Cardinals are serious contenders this season, speaking on Monday’s edition of the Pat McAfee Show.

Hayden Conner News / Burn City Sports / August 18

Cardinals rookie C Hayden Conner dealing with injury suffered against Broncos

GLENDALE – After getting the start at center in Arizona Cardinals Week 2 preseason game against the Denver Broncos, sixth-round pick Hayden Conner went down with a knee injury three plays into the game.

Jonathan Gannon News / Burn City Sports / August 18

Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon answers starters dilemma in preseason

GLENDALE – After playing limited starters in the preseason matchup against the Denver Broncos, many assume the Arizona Cardinals will do the same next week against the Las Vegas Raiders.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 18

Arizona Cardinals Update Key Position Battle

The Arizona Cardinals have just one preseason game standing between them and the league's cut-down day on Aug. 26, where the team will be required to trim its roster from 90 to 53 ahead of the regular season.

Walter Nolen News / Pro Football Talk / August 18

Cardinals first-round DL Walter Nolen remains on active/PUP

The Cardinals have not seen first-round defensive lineman Walter Nolen on the practice field since the offseason program. Time is ticking if Nolen is going to be ready for Week 1.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 18

Arizona Cardinals 'Excited' for Kyler Murray, Marvin Harrison Jr. Connection

The Arizona Cardinals' success on the offensive side of the ball marching into 2025 will be highly predicated on a few factors - though there's no doubting the impact the connection between quarterback Kyler Murray and wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18

Cowboys Signing CB Michael Ojemudia

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the Cowboys are signing CB Michael Ojemudia to a contract. Ojemudia, 27, was a two-year starter at Iowa and earned third-team All-Big Ten honors in his final season.

Ronnie Perkins News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 18

Falcons Signing OLB Ronnie Perkins

According to Jordan Schultz, the Falcons are signing OLB Ronnie Perkins to a contract. The team has an open roster spot after moving on from WR DJ Chark today. Perkins, 25, was a three-year starter at Oklahoma and was named second-team All-Big 12 in 2019 and 2020.

Calais Campbell News / Pro Football Rumors / August 14

Cardinals' Calais Campbell anticipates retiring after 2025 season

Retirement has been a talking point surrounding Calais Campbell for years now. The 2010s All-Decade Team member is set to play in 2025, but it could mark the end of the road in his case.