PHX Reporter

The Arizona Cardinals, led by General Manager Monti Ossenfort, approach the 2025 NFL Draft with six picks, a sharp reduction from the 12 they held last year. The team holds the 16th overall selection and has partially addressed their roster needs through free agency, maintaining their draft-and-develop philosophy under Head Coach Jonathan Gannon and Ossenfort.

The defensive line has seen significant changes in recent months. Calais Campbell, a notable veteran, has returned to the team, while Dalvin Tomlinson has strengthened the line as a major offseason acquisition. Justin Jones, Bilal Nichols, and Darius Robinson also remain part of the lineup after overcoming injuries.

The upcoming draft promises a wealth of talent, with the Cardinals predicted to focus heavily on defensive linemen. Kenneth Grant, a defensive tackle from Michigan, frequently appears in draft projections linked to the team. Walter Nolen from Ole Miss and Derrick Harmon from Oregon are also potential targets to bolster Arizona's run defense.

According to reports, a significant portion of the players invited for Top-30 visits by the Cardinals are defensive front seven candidates. Even with current players like Campbell, Tomlinson, and Josh Sweat, the team is expected to strengthen their defensive line during the draft.