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Greg Dortch eyes breakthrough season amid high expectations
During one of Jonathan Gannon's extensive responses on Tuesday about wide receiver Greg Dortch, the 5-foot-7 fan favorite who has transitioned from a 2021 camp body to an expected starter in 2024, he briefly paused.
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Cardinals release initial depth chart ahead of preseason opener
With the Cardinals playing their first preseason game on Saturday, their initial press release of the season has been issued. As usual, it includes the first depth chart. It comes with the standard caveats that it is fluid and may not always reflect what is seen on the field. However, it provides a preliminary look at what the roster could potentially resemble.
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Cardinals place BJ Ojulari on Injured Reserve after knee injury
The Arizona Cardinals have placed second-year outside linebacker BJ Ojulari on Injured Reserve following confirmation from coach Jonathan Gannon that Ojulari's knee injury is season-ending. The decision, announced on Monday, opens two roster spots for potential replacements.
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Cardinals extend Zaven Collins' contract through 2026
The arrival of Monti Ossenfort as the Cardinals' general manager signaled inevitable roster changes. Despite Ossenfort declining the fifth-year option for linebacker Zaven Collins, he expressed his appreciation for Collins by signing him to a two-year contract extension on Saturday, securing Collins in Arizona through the 2026 season.
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Cardinals navigate injuries as they conclude open practices
On Saturday, the focus was on outside linebackers for the Arizona Cardinals, highlighting Zaven Collins' contract extension and BJ Ojulari's season-ending injury. The defense faces challenges with Ojulari's absence and other players like Justin Jones, Max Melton, and Kei'Trel Clark missing practice due to minor injuries.
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Cardinals' BJ Ojulari out for season with torn ACL
The Cardinals were counting on their own players' development to improve their pass rush this season. The player they were counting on the most won't be a part of it.
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Cardinals' training camp sees standout performances amid injury concerns
The Cardinals resumed practice in pads on Friday, displaying solid performance on both defense and offense. Darius Robinson and Greg Dortch were among the standout players, contributing to a team that appeared to be in rhythm.
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Cardinals partner with State Farm and Arizona’s Family Sports to broadcast girls’ flag football
The emotions were starting to settle in for Mountain View's Ginny Wilson. She and her teammates are going to be a part of history.
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L.J. Collier returns aiming at 'unfinished business' after injury
L.J. Collier's 2023 season ended prematurely due to a torn bicep sustained in the season opener against the Commanders. The injury sidelined him for the entire year.
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Arizona Cardinals announce historic broadcast partnership for girls' high school flag football
The Arizona Cardinals Football Club, State Farm, and Arizona's Family have announced a partnership to broadcast the "Cardinals High School Girls Flag Football Game of the Week presented by State Farm ®." This initiative marks the first time an NFL team has produced and aired a high school girls flag football game of the week.
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Kyzir White discusses leadership role and aspirations with Arizona Cardinals
Kyzir White's season-ending injury last year significantly impacted the Arizona Cardinals, as it deprived the defense of an emotional leader. The loss was felt almost immediately after White made a notable play in the 2023 season.
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Cardinals receive positive update on Hjalte Froholdt; training camp continues
The Cardinals received encouraging news regarding starting center Hjalte Froholdt. Although he was not practicing on Thursday when the team returned to the field, Coach Jonathan Gannon's optimism and the fact that Froholdt walked off the field on his own Tuesday suggest a prompt return.
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Marvin Harrison Jr.'s impact on Cardinals as top wide receiver
Marvin Harrison Jr. expressed his desire to participate in the preseason, citing the need for practice and suggesting that college football could benefit from preseason games to better prepare players. However, the primary focus remains on what Harrison will achieve during the regular season. As the fourth overall pick, he is expected to be the Cardinals' leading wide receiver.
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Starling Thomas V perseveres through personal loss in NFL journey
Starling Thomas V has a profound connection to football, from the scent of the grass to the exhilaration of catching the ball. The sport has been a constant in his life, offering both joy and heartache for the Arizona Cardinals cornerback.
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Coach's comments spotlight Emari Demercado's progress from undrafted rookie
There are only a couple of ways an NFL head coach can call a player "pudgy" publicly -- either to shame the player or to highlight their improvement. Emari Demercado chuckled when it came up Tuesday, when coach Jonathan Gannon mentioned that he told the second-year running back back in February he looked pudgy. Demercado had been given the heads-up Gannon had made the comment, and yes, it was framed in a way that Gannon has been impressed with Demercado's game.
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Garrett Williams takes on CB2 role as Cardinals gear up for new season
As the Cardinals navigated the offseason, one of the pressing questions was who would fill the CB2 role. It appears that second-year player Garrett Williams, initially expected to play the slot position as he did last year, has been frequently positioned as the other outside cornerback alongside Sean Murphy-Bunting in base defense formations. When in nickel defense, Williams transitions to the slot, with either Max Melton or Starling Thomas V taking over outside.
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Cardinals' Michael Wilson balances training camp with supporting fiancée Sophia Smith at Olympics
Michael Wilson's phone has become a crucial tool during training camp. The Arizona Cardinals' practice schedule, which typically starts around 12:30 PM, coincides with the United States Women's Olympic soccer team's games at noon Arizona time, due to the time difference with Paris. This timing allows Wilson to catch glimpses of his fiancée, Sophia Smith, playing for the U.S. team.
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Cardinals' Darius Robinson sets sights on NFL Rookie of the Year
Darius Robinson, the Arizona Cardinals' first-round pick, has been clear about his football inspirations and aspirations. When asked which player he models his game after, Robinson promptly names Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby.
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Cardinals show promise with new additions amid training camp
With the addition of Marvin Harrison Jr. and Trey Benson to a healthy Kyler Murray, James Conner, and Trey McBride, optimism surrounds the Cardinals' offense. However, perspectives on that optimism vary.
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Cardinals adjust training camp schedule under Coach Jonathan Gannon
The training camp schedule for the Cardinals has been adjusted this year in Jonathan Gannon's second season. The team had their initial Saturday off and held their Back Together Weekend festivities on Sunday, a day later than most teams, with season ticket holders in attendance.