Cardinals News Archive

Cardinals, picking at 4 and 27 in first round, know they'll get calls to trade

Cardinals players take part in NFL's USO program

Team begins offseason program on Monday in Year Two of Gannon tenure

Race created to help remember late Cardinals safety

Fun will start at 4 p.m. on April 25

Keep tabs on all of the team's free agents, coming and going 

Healthy QB, draft potential can aid improvement as Gannon gets into second season

The average age of Cardinals' nine free agency additions is 27

Veterans start OTAs on May 22 with minicamp June 11-13

Whether it's the first snap or snap No. 1,063, prep stays the same

Cardinals coach talks Kyler in offseason, Kyzir White health, Dortch development

Cardinals figure to have options at No. 4 as teams sort evaluations

Ossenfort has taken some potential trade calls and will always listen

Cardinals have ex-Falcon and Clayton Tune vying for spot behind Murray

Violet Bidwill was the first female owner in the NFL, winning a title in first year

Field Suites, new clubs are also part of upgrade

Two-level Casitas and pair of private, field level clubs highlight new luxury offerings for 2024

Friendship born in Alabama makes its way to Arizona

Quarterback balances family wedding with seeing his new work place

Tackle will bookend with Paris Johnson Jr. on offensive line

Deal for QB sends Rondale Moore to Falcons

Veteran left tackle hurt ACL late in 2023 season

Barnes, Gillikin, Wilkinson headline returners as new league year begins

Former and current players spend offseason in the classroom studying financial literacy

Teams can start talking to prospective targets on Monday; sign players Wednesday

Team has 11 choices in 2024; no comp picks

Defensive lineman re-signs after playing just one game before injury

Important dates for free agency, the draft and other events

Team has need on offensive line, many options exist

Position figures to provide help for teams well past first round

Need from top three teams -- and QB class -- means options will develop

Team got reps for young players but upgrades expected

Finding impact defensive lineman crucial with position in flux

Cardinals GM talks Collins' option, Humphries' rehab among Combine topics

GM thinks processes are settled after hectic arrival in 2023

Cardinals owner said Ossenfort will have resources he needs for free agency

Cardinals GM emphasizes draft will be where team builds foundation

Cardinals coach has made inroads as he reaches hiring anniversary

Home schedule includes Bears, Lions, Patriots, Jets

Trickery by the Cardinals gives McBride the TD and top special teams play of 2023

Topics include Kyler in pistol, trading up for Paris, and a developmental league

Safety is participating in his sixth all-star game in seven seasons

White's game-sealing INT gives Gannon first win and is top defensive play of season

Running back James Conner earns votes for Most Valuable Cardinal

Woolfork, Denson, Senger, Cook also picked to coach in college pre-draft events

WIth Houston's playoff loss to Ravens, first-rounder will be 27th

Conner's one-handed grab in Philadelphia most memorable of season

Quarterback believes franchise has made 180-degree turn

Multiple moments highlighted the support of the Bird Gang

Loaded with draft picks and cap space, GM Monti Ossenfort set up for big moves

Former Cardinals wide receiver had spectacular two seasons at Pittsburgh

Gannon thinks 'the message, the standard' has been created

Notes: Tackle will prepare for both sides; Stills' knee not serious

James Conner reaches 1,000 yards rushing in 21-20 defeat

Team runs for 200 yards again as QB plays well in Seahawks loss

Texans pick, currently No. 21, won't be finalized until playoff run ends

Seahawks visit to cap off first year for Jonathan Gannon

Humphries loss just the latest unit has had to overcome

Quarterback and coach have meshed well from the moment they met

Safety earns nod for the fifth straight year

Veteran tackle suffered injury against Eagles

With one week left in season, team has No. 4 and No. 17 selections

In-season additions making case to be 2024 pieces

Game had a chance to be moved to Saturday

Conner rushing touchdown caps a 35-31 win over Eagles

Wide receiver grabs TD and two-pointer after two weeks of no catches

After issues is Chicago, defense faces another mobile QB

Quarterback had missed first two workouts of week with 'holiday bug'

Team has started 11 first-year players this season, an NFL-high

Defensive lineman will miss last two games with knee injury

With two weeks left in season, team has No. 2 and No. 16 selections

Team can't rally after falling into 21-0 hole during 27-16 defeat

Team tries to invoke 'iron sharpens iron' mentality

Veteran will call signals with both White, Woods on IR

As Trey McBride emerges, coaches want to get wideouts more involved

Tight end, signal-calling linebacker have seasons end early

Rookie running back excels in pass protection, with a memorable chip against Niners

Despite offensive output, enough mistakes lead to 45-29 defeat

Conner leads way for team's best rushing game of season with 234 yards

Coming off Steelers win and bye, team is in good place facing NFC West leader

Safety was one of eight selections; winner will be named at NFL Honors

QB looks forward to game against the 49ers

In first year in the Valley, a stunning rally over the 49ers nearly started amazing debut season

Team has bonus practice Monday as players get healthy

Cardinals quarterback getting more comfortable in new offense

Defensive lineman has made himself available throughout community

Team has four games left once they sit out weekend

Conner scores twice in return home during 24-10 decision over Steelers

Center knows what it takes to play in Pittsburgh

First female Supreme Court Justice hailed from Arizona

Tight end had been on IR as McBride blossoms

Left guard has practice window opened before Steelers game

Safety has interceptions in each of last two games

Defense struggles against run, Murray can't find rhythm in 37-14 defeat

Wide receiver has six catches after being questionable to play against Rams

As Rams visit, unit is coming off excellent second half in Houston

Two games proves Cardinals QB must learn on the fly

White officially goes on IR; Stille put on active roster

Players, executives, cheerleaders reach out to community in need

Linebacker had played every snap on defense

Two fourth-quarter drives end without points in 21-16 loss

Game against Texans features two first-year head coaches

Right tackle working his way through rookie season

Running back released by Jets, should fit right into offense

Cardinals quarterback still trying to break old habits in new offense

Team adds veteran running back from New York Jets

Quarterback's escape improv was about more than just a first down

Defense getting help from rookie as stops help Kyler comeback

Quarterback looks solid after 11 months off in 25-23 victory

Second-year man becomes first tight end to gain 100 yards for Cardinals since 1989

RB Tony Jones brought back to practice squad to play Sunday

Team takes on Falcons with franchise quarterback back behind center

Gannon confirms what was expected at QB

Quarterback prepares for first start after tearing ACL

After QB's long layoff, passing game figures to be work in progress

Running back is averaging 5.4 yards a carry this season

Quarterback placed on roster for first time since ACL tear in December

T.A.P.S. helps families grieving death of military loved one

Gannon said quarterback will play as long as practice goes well

Ex-Bears lineman arrives with Hernandez, Humphries hurting

Offense struggles in 27-0 loss to Browns in rookie QB's debut

Cardinals elevate QB Driskel from practice squad to back up

Even with QB questions, the ground game likely will dictate outcome

Coach says he'll figure out Cardinals signal-caller for Cleveland over next 24 hours

Draft class has been an important part of playing time

Rookie quarterback might start in Cleveland 

Miami's Hill, Philadelphia's Brown make early pushes for top honor

Minnesota needed quarterback after Kirk Cousins season-ending injury

Coach had said Sunday night Joshua Dobbs would start in Cleveland

After 31-24 defeat,  coach says Dobbs to start in Cleveland

Tight end's touchdown big highlight after Cardinals' defeat

Baccellia put on active roster; Kyler Murray remains on PUP

Defense knows discipline will be key to slow Ravens' attack

Gannon says 'we'll see' if quarterback plays Sunday

Bobby Price earns roster spot with punt coverage

Petzing sees a unit close to breaking through

Quarterback no longer limited in final rehab stages

Tight end must miss minimum of four games

White keeps the faith in teammates despite rough record

Turnovers keep game close but points hard to come by in 20-10 defeat

Team also elevates running back Damien Williams

Running back working off practice squad to aid injured backfield

Quarterback has gotten most reps with the backups against starting defense

Pro Bowl safety ahead of original timeline to return from hamstring injury

Quarterback is designated to return from PUP as knee rehab nears end

Notes: Safety coming off hamstring injury; Gannon talks Sanders release

Scoring is down as scary units roam throughout the league

Practice window had just been opened

Second-year tight end has best game of season in Los Angeles

Struggles on both sides of ball doom team in 26-9 loss

Team gets help on offensive line depth

Trip to Los Angeles will be a test for secondary and offensive line

Kurt Warner's career was nearly over in Arizona - until he authored his final act

Team has had to utilize players who haven't had consistent NFL snaps

Linebacker had been dealing with hand injury since preseason

Rookie running back aims to fill void against Rams

Like current local baseball team, Super Bowl-bound Cards got hot at right time

Running back must miss at least four games after knee injury

Linebacker sees roots of good unit 

Conner, Thompson go down in 34-20 defeat

Rookie running back scores first NFL touchdown

Gannon's team hosts struggling AFC power with Burrow hobbling

New punter steps in to also hold for kicker Matt Prater

Press conference documents benefits for state for Chiefs-Eagles game

Quarterback has been factor on offense when he carries the ball

Michael Wilson scores first two NFL touchdowns in 35-16 defeat

Trip to see powerful 49ers next up on the schedule

Unit will need solid games from secondary

Notes: Collins rebounds from harsh eye injury; Lopez comes back to Arizona

Field goal of 62 yards provides highlight moment

Gannon's emphasis on big plays helps offense flourish

Brown touchdown, White interception in fourth quarter seals 28-16 decision

Team rushes for 222 yards against high-ranked Cowboys defense

After difficult loss against Giants, team seeks first victory

Coach emphasizes one-day-at-a-time process for Cardinals QB

Check in on the health of the Cardinals heading into their Week 3 matchup with the Cowboys

Dobbs and Co. must find way to dent NFL's top defense

Notes: Dimukeje finding footing as pass rusher; Gannon builds culture

Already down Collier, unit wants to be able to keep deep rotation

Gannon just wants "continuation of good football" 

Despite offensive improvement and big lead, New York escapes with 31-28 decision

Dominate first-half performance gets lost in second half

Giants visit as Gannon works first game at State Farm Stadium

Check in on the health of the Cardinals heading into their Week 2 matchup with the Giants

Linebacker wants to drive Cardinals to be a top defense

Notes: Wallace carves out role quickly at safety; Pascal physical on special teams

Explosive plays needed as unit settles in with veteran QB

Gannon confirms veteran will remain quarterback

Outside linebacker corps impresses in opener with wide rotation

Defense shines in 20-16 decision to Commanders

Georgetown Prep graduated late Cardinals owner as well as three sons

Team expected to start three rookies in opener

Check in on the health of the Cardinals heading into their Week 1 matchup with the Commanders

Safety K'Von Wallace one of seven new players Cardinals add to roster

Gannon reiterates he won't be saying anything about starter before Washington game

Wide receiver enters crucial season in contract year consumed with making impact

Kyler Murray gets nod despite status on PUP list

First-year Cardinals boss brings energy as franchise resets

Teams adds 7th waiver claim in offensive lineman

Veteran will try to win job in Kyler Murray absence with only two weeks of prep

Team moves on from Clement, Lawrence; Need long snapper

Quarterback still rehabbing from ACL tear

Gannon says he won't be naming starting QB publicly ahead of opener

Team finishes with 18-17 victory over Vikings on road

Check out all the ways to watch, listen and live stream the Arizona Cardinals at the Minnesota Vikings on August 26, 2023.

Team faces Vikings in final preseason game

Veteran has ties to both Petzing and Ossenfort

Had surplus at position; Beachum figures to be third tackle

Team receives a seventh-round pick in 2024 for former first-round choice

Players hoping for bounce-back work heading into second day

Notes: Former wide receiver has house in home state; Two linemen on baby duty

Extra work against Vikings will aid final analysis of roster construction

Topics include QB battles, Gannon's game temperament; and potential waiver claims

Running back trying to earn playing time behind Conner

Spent last decade with Dolphins; also worked in market for Suns, D-Backs

Four-game allotments on sale now

Defense struggles in 38-10 preseason loss against defending champs

Check out all the ways to watch, listen and live stream the Kansas City Chiefs at the Arizona Cardinals on August 19, 2023.

Team works at Dignity Health Training Center prior to Chiefs game, Minnesota trip

Veteran looks like he'll be in starting lineup in regular season

Cornerback trying to earn playing time as sixth-round pick

Notes: Ertz sits out practice; Tune making progress at QB

Defensive lineman seeks consistency as he works his post-Seahawks phase

Notes: Ertz officially activated; Petzing to call plays from booth against Chiefs

Topics include Monti's involvement, injured rookies, and Kyler's future

Gannon expects multiple players to return to practice this week from injury

Team puts CB Fenton on IR and releases new RB Scott

Russell Wilson harassed  by Nick Rallis' new defense

Rookie quarterback plays bulk of game in 18-17 win

Check out all the ways to watch, listen and live stream the Denver Broncos at the Arizona Cardinals on August 11, 2023.

Wide receivers ready to work in Cardinals' preseason opener

As running back's season ends, Cardinals sign RB Stevie Scott

Veteran wide receiver providing size, leadership to offense

Notes: McCoy will play Friday against Broncos

Rookie right tackle has impressed with early returns

Notes: Depth chart still fluid; Mack hurting as running backs in flux

Topics include Ojulari's return, Maxx Williams, and Colt vs. Tune

Former first-round pick told new staff he didn't want to be at linebacker

Linebacker will practice for first time since early in offseason

Ex-Sun Devil tries to win job after Cardinals move on from Andy Lee

Veteran running back fighting to find roster spot after signing

Sixth-round pick has chance to earn rotation time 

Wilson figures to be on the field but new staff still seeks starting companion

With preseason games approaching, team gets added depth

Veteran running back performs music in his free time

Notes: Red and White practice on Saturday; team seeks return men 

Rookie quarterback getting second-team reps behind Colt McCoy

Notes: Driskel looking for QB spot; Petzing undecided on game day place

GM doesn't expect a lot of roster moves around league until after preseason games

Notes: Battle at center still ongoing; Prater ready for 17th season

Topics include young cornerbacks, starting center and the PUP rules

With Kyler Murray rehabbing, veteran in line to start Week 1

Pass catchers trying to focus on camp while significant others chase trophy

'Culture shock' aims to provide successful foundation despite outside perception

Quarterback says he is 'getting closer to football' in ACL rehab

McCoy keeps arm fresh; Gannon happy with playbook retention

Safety says he believes in Gannon and new direction of Cardinals

Notes: Swaim fitting in; running backs added to Guardian Caps list

While top players battle for better contracts, veteran still loves his role

Safety had been seeking raise since the offseason

Safety takes part in practice as Cardinals begin training camp

Notes: Ertz and Wilson ready for USA games; Gannon talks newcomers

Quarterback joins Ertz, two rookies on sideline for practice

Team reported Tuesday; first practice at State Farm Stadium Wednesday

Team adds veteran to offensive line mix as training camp begins

Quarterback revisits memories of youth in helping underprivileged kids

Linebacker was second-round pick, receives four-year deal

Topics include Kyler's return, joint practices and running back contracts

In the spotlight include Baker, the pass rushers, and two first-round picks

In the spotlight include Kyler's knee, Hollywood Brown and Paris' place

First open practice July 27; Red & White Practice Aug. 5

Topics include fullbacks, Fitz and Kyler's growth

Waiting game until specific Murray return comes into focus

Ertz rehab will determine direction of the room

Quarterback speaks for first time about rehabbing from knee injury

Wilson may step in as CB1 as position undergoes reset

Topics include the quarterback situation, BJ Ojulari and tight end needs

GM Monti Ossenfort has put renewed focus on unit

Possibility of Collins is under spotlight

Additions possible as training camp arrives

Punter battle highlights unit as it heads into training camp

Led franchise to first postseason win in 51 years

Team will look much different in this spot with new coaching staff

Team looks like it will recommit to the running game

Baker and Thompson help form best unit on team

Guest host Craig Grialou talks training camp, Paris and Kyler future

Team moves on from Hopkins and now go Hollywood

Rookie linebacker plans to be NFL strength coach after playing career

Former Michigan offensive lineman had one college reception

Exploring downtown Phoenix through the lens of the Cardinals photographer and cornerback Kei'Trel Clark

Topics include Simmons' move, Marco Wilson, and fifth-year options

Murray's rehab, Collins on the outside and question marks on defense 

Team to hold 11 open practices at State Farm Stadium

Team next practices in training camp in late July

Franchise teams with Close Up to send high school students on team plane

Defensive back is veteran's spot as he goes into contract year

Notes: Safety still engaged with learning playbook; Kyler update

Move made on the eve of mandatory minicamp

Topics include Colt McCoy, change for K1, and where Paris plays

Cardinals wide receiver overcomes college injuries with important Senior Bowl