PHX Reporter

Sweet 16 is the number of Arizona Cardinals players who have recorded a sack this season, leading the league. The team lacks a standout pass rusher like Chandler Jones, raising questions about their strategy for bolstering their edge group. Former Pro Bowl defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch shared his insights on the Red Sea Report, highlighting defensive coordinator Nick Rallis' effective use of varied blitzes. "An offensive line would prefer to face one guy that is the closer," Vanden Bosch noted.

As the offseason approaches, speculation grows about potential draft picks or free-agent acquisitions such as Josh Sweat or Kahlil Mack. Outside linebacker Baron Browning emphasized the benefits of a rotating lineup: "It helps guys stay fresh."

Injuries have affected the Cardinals, with left tackle Paris Johnson Jr. sidelined due to a knee injury from last week's game against the Patriots. Kelvin Beachum will replace him temporarily.

Quarterback Kyler Murray's performance in cold weather games has been commendable, holding a 3-1 record in temperatures below 45 degrees at kickoff.

Safety Jammie Robinson joined the Cardinals off waivers from the Panthers this week. Robinson expressed readiness to adapt and contribute: "If coaches here need me to give them some inside scoop, I'm gonna do it."

Tight end Trey McBride continues to impress with his receiving stats nearing historic franchise numbers despite not having scored a touchdown yet this season.

Kyler Murray recently surpassed 3,000 passing yards for the fourth time in his career, joining Neil Lomax as the only quarterbacks in franchise history to achieve this feat four times.

Details emerged about Budda Baker's contract extension, which includes a $12.2 million signing bonus and increased cap hit for next season.

This Sunday's game holds additional significance as Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing faces his brother Dean Petzing, who serves as Panthers' offensive quality control coach.

Murray dismissed concerns about this week's matchup being a trap game: "Our back is against the wall... We understand what's at stake."