Arizona Cardinals Fantasy Football News

Los Angeles Rams safety Taylor Rapp fails to clear concussion protocol, will miss playoff game

Los Angeles Rams free safety Taylor Rapp did not clear concussion protocol this week and has been ruled out for Monday night's NFC wild-card playoff game against the visiting Arizona Cardinals.

1/15/2022 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3I5Rx7W

Ranking Kyler Murray's scramble, Jonathan Taylor's top speed and other amazing NFL highlights

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Which player recorded the fastest time while scoring a TD this season? Who had the quickest sack? Next Gen Stats has the answers.

1/15/2022 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3rfzw06

Murray, Stafford seek first playoff wins when Cards visit LA

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— If Kyler Murray wants to understand just how important it is to seize the opportunity whenever a team reaches the NFL playoffs, the Arizona Cardinals star only needs to look at his counterpart across the field at SoFi Stadium on Monday night.

1/14/2022 10:00 PM https://es.pn/33l6jZJ

Cardinals, Rams to meet in playoffs despite Week 18 losses

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ARIZONA (11-6) at LOS ANGELES RAMS (12-5)

1/14/2022 9:45 PM https://es.pn/33l6jZJ

NFL wild-card playoff game plans: Keys to win, matchups to know and scheme advantages for all 12 teams

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

How can all 12 teams win this weekend and move on to the divisional round? We outlined keys to victory in each wild-card matchup.

1/14/2022 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3GFukJe

NFL wild-card round playoff game picks, schedule guide, bold predictions, odds, injuries, matchup keys and more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

What to watch for in every wild-card game. Bold predictions. Key stats to know. Matchups to watch. And, of course, final score picks. It's all here for the first six playoff games.

1/14/2022 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3rmuuPD

J.J. Watt returns to practice; status uncertain for Arizona Cardinals' wild-card game Monday

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals defensive lineman J.J. Watt, who was given a four-to-six month recovery timeline after shoulder surgery Nov. 3, returned to practice Thursday as Arizona's wild-card matchup with the Rams looms.

1/14/2022 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3I1rqiv

Get ready for the Cardinals vs. Rams wild-card showdown on MNF

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

With the Cardinals and Rams set to face off on wild-card weekend, take a look at the top moments from both NFC West powerhouses' seasons.

1/14/2022 12:45 AM https://es.pn/3K9h1D4

NFL playoff bracket predictions: Picking winners for each game, including the final Super Bowl 2022 score

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Will we see Tom Brady in another Super Bowl? Could the Chiefs run through the AFC again? Let's pick every postseason game.

1/13/2022 12:45 PM https://es.pn/33pGgQN

Arizona Cardinals' Kliff Kingsbury expects QB Kyler Murray to play 'best game of his career' in playoff debut vs. Los Angeles Rams

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury expects QB Kyler Murray to play "the best game of his career" in his playoff debut Monday night against the Los Angeles Rams, noting, "He's been waiting for this moment for a long time."

1/12/2022 9:45 PM https://es.pn/3qo3bVS

NFL quarterback rankings 2021: How all 32 teams' QBs stack up and big takeaways

ARI QB Kyler Murray

Mike Tannenbaum gives NFL QB ratings and details what he saw on the field under center this week. Plus, which teams need an upgrade at the position?

1/12/2022 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3ltZ06W

Rob Gronkowski, Chris Jones and other NFL players who cashed in (or fell short) with incentives

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Some players hit their marks for bonuses, while one player fell one sack short of $1.25 million.

1/11/2022 7:45 PM https://es.pn/3Fixl0H

Debunking myths for 14 NFL playoff teams: Why you're wrong about Tom Brady, Matthew Stafford, Aaron Rodgers, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Tom Brady doesn't have enough playmakers around him. Matthew Stafford can't win the big game. Time to debunk.

1/10/2022 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3q9U0rK

James Conner just won't go down as he finds pay dirt for the Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

James Conner breaks a tackle, hurdles a defender and leaps into the end zone for a Cardinals touchdown.

1/10/2022 9:00 AM https://es.pn/3r5usLC

2022 NFL regular-season opponents for every team

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Who will your favorite teams face in 2022? Here's a look at every franchise's home and road opponents for next season.

1/10/2022 2:45 AM https://es.pn/31FBqOO

Seahawks win 38-30 to spoil Cardinals shot at NFC West title

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Russell Wilson threw three touchdown passes, Rashaad Penny ran for 190 yards and a touchdown, and the Seattle Seahawks spoiled a shot at the NFC West title for the Arizona Cardinals by beating them 38-30 on Sunday.

1/10/2022 1:00 AM https://es.pn/3tcnC9J

Arizona Cardinals score on Zach Allen fumble return on second play against Seattle Seahawks

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Allen picked up the fumble on Chandler Jones' strip-sack of Russell Wilson and returned it for a 16-yard touchdown to get the Cardinals off to a quick start.

1/9/2022 10:00 PM https://es.pn/3HLfSzG

NFL playoff picture live updates: Scenarios, updated chances to clinch, projected bracket and more for Week 18

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

We're following playoff hunts in both conferences, including the AFC East and NFC West division races. Who is in -- or out -- based on ESPN's Football Power Index projections?

1/9/2022 5:45 PM https://es.pn/3G5qzg5

Ryan Clark has the Cardinals taking a win going into the playoffs

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Ryan Clark believes the Cardinals will ramp things up and enter the playoffs with a win over the Seahawks in Week 18.

1/7/2022 11:45 PM https://es.pn/32ZLF19

What J.J. Watt's return means for the Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Domonique Foxworth discusses what the return of J.J. Watt means for the Cardinals in the postseason.

1/7/2022 5:45 PM https://es.pn/3t3wa2H

Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Watt designated to return from injured reserve

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona DE J.J. Watt, who had what was believed to be season-ending surgery in October, can be activated to the 53-man roster at any point during the next three weeks or at the end of the 21-day period. He can start practicing starting Friday.

1/7/2022 5:00 PM https://es.pn/330VprP

NFL Week 18 incentives watch -- Buccaneers' Tom Brady, Packers' Aaron Rodgers and more can cash in

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

What's there to play for in Week 18? For several players there is big money to be had for achieving such incentives as snaps, sacks, receptions and team performance.

1/7/2022 1:00 PM https://es.pn/3r3etho

Hot streaks entering the NFL playoffs: Does peaking at the right time really matter? What history says

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Who fares better in the playoffs: Teams that end the season hot or the teams that end the season in a slump? Football Outsiders finds out.

1/7/2022 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3n6gAzz

Cardinals host Seahawks, still have shot at NFC West title

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

SEATTLE (6-10) at ARIZONA (11-5)

1/6/2022 5:00 PM https://es.pn/3zznHp7

Arizona Cardinals' Kyler Murray among the 360 current players wearing custom thigh pads

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The "dope idea" started when a Kentucky attorney decided to try cutting some foam from Michael's, and now he's outfitting hundreds of football players.

1/5/2022 1:00 PM https://es.pn/3mTgFqn

Cards hold off Cowboys 25-22 in matchup of playoff teams

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Kyler Murray threw two touchdown passes to Antoine Wesley and the Arizona Cardinals held on to beat the Dallas Cowboys 25-22 in a matchup of playoff-bound teams Sunday.

1/3/2022 1:00 AM https://es.pn/3Jzbl5c

Dak finds Cooper for TD, Wilson for 2-point conversion

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Dak Prescott hits Amari Cooper for a touchdown and Cedrick Wilson for a two-point conversion as the Cowboys inch closer.

1/3/2022 12:45 AM https://es.pn/3qJGaeF

Cardinals' Jonathan Ward snags one-handed catch against defender's helmet on fake punt

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

In a catch reminiscent of David Tyree's helmet catch in Super Bowl XLII, the Cardinals gained 23 yards on a fourth-down fake.

1/2/2022 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3mM03Re

NFL playoff picture 2021: Week 17 standings, bracket, clinching scenarios, division races and postseason outlook

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Ten spots are now filled, following the playoff clinching wins of the Titans, Bengals, Patriots and Bills. Here is the current postseason outlook, plus some more clinching scenarios.

1/2/2022 10:00 PM https://es.pn/3qEMYu5

How NFL teams are trying to protect QBs like Kirk Cousins from COVID-19, not always successfully

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

As the season winds down and playoff implications ramp up, some teams are taking extra steps to help their quarterbacks avoid contracting the virus.

12/31/2021 7:00 PM https://es.pn/3mMsgHM

Quarantines, spacing and Zoom: How NFL teams are trying to protect QBs from COVID-19

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

As the season winds down and playoff implications ramp up, some teams are taking extra steps to avoid contracting the virus.

12/30/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3mMsgHM

Cowboys try to extend streak as Cardinals seek to stop skid

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ARIZONA (10-5) at DALLAS (11-4)

12/30/2021 5:45 PM https://es.pn/3EIwwOx

Predicting the NFL playoff picture: ESPN's Football Power Index projects Weeks 17-18, division races, wild-card hunts, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

We used ESPN's Football Power Index's most likely simulation to project Weeks 17 and 18 -- complete with game scores -- to predict how the NFL playoff field will stack up.

12/30/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/31aciPY

Arizona Cardinals late-season slump a disturbing trend for Kliff Kingsbury

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Including his time at Texas Tech, Kingsbury is 42-20-1 in Games 1 through 7 and 16-43 after, but what are the reasons why and why is it happening now?

12/29/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3ezsFZq

NFL Power Rankings Week 17: 1-32 poll, plus every team's non-quarterback MVP

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Justin Jefferson is making history with Minnesota, Jonathan Taylor has led a Colts resurgence and Maxx Crosby has helped keep the Raiders alive in the playoff hunt.

12/28/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3FF2b4H

NFL playoff picture 2021 -- Week 16 standings, bracket, clinching scenarios, division races and postseason outlook

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Three more teams clinched division titles in Week 16, and an additional two locked up playoff spots. Here is the current postseason outlook, plus some clinching scenarios.

12/27/2021 5:00 AM https://es.pn/32F3Bxi

NFL playoff picture 2021: Week 16 standings, bracket, clinching scenarios, division races and postseason outlook

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Three more teams clinched division titles in Week 16, and an additional two locked up playoff spots. Here is the current postseason outlook, plus some clinching scenarios.

12/27/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/32F3Bxi

'It's bad football': Kyler Murray, Arizona Cardinals lament mental mistakes as skid continues

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals are on the verge of clinching a playoff berth but have lost five of their last eight games after starting 7-0.

12/26/2021 7:45 AM https://es.pn/3qsUo3o

'It's bad football:' Kyler Murray, Arizona Cardinals lament mental mistakes as skid continues

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals are on the verge of clinching a playoff berth but have lost five of their last eight games after starting 7-0.

12/26/2021 7:00 AM https://es.pn/3FtlIEZ

Cardinals' late-season slide continues with third straight loss

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona has lost three in a row and five of eight to fall to 10-5. One question that begs to be asked: Can it recover and make the playoffs?

12/26/2021 5:45 AM https://es.pn/3JjaV2D

Cardinals late-season slide continues with third straight loss

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona's lost three in a row and five of eight to fall to 10-5. One question that begs to be asked: Can they recover and make the playoffs?

12/26/2021 5:00 AM https://es.pn/3JjaV2D

Cardinals' punt-return play fools everyone ... even the cameraman

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Christian Kirk pretends he's going to receive the punt, but instead Byron Murphy Jr. catches it and returns it for 48 yards.

12/26/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3EpnuFX

Kyler drops in a pretty pass for a 24-yard TD

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray puts it right on the money for a 24-yard touchdown pass to Antoine Wesley.

12/26/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/32Cecta

NFL playoff picture 2021: Standings, brackets, scenarios after Christmas Day games, plus Week 16 outlook

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

No team clinched on Saturday, but six can on Sunday. Plus, the Rams overtook the Cardinals in the NFC West. Here is the current postseason outlook heading into Sunday's games.

12/26/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3em1Cki

Banged-up Colts shrug off injuries, beat Cardinals 22-16

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Carson Wentz threw a pair of touchdown passes, Jonathan Taylor ran for 108 yards and the banged-up Indianapolis Colts continued their late-season surge with a gritty 22-16 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Saturday night.

12/26/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3FvcZlY

NFL Week 16 takeaways: What we learned, big questions for every game and future team outlooks

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers made history in Saturday, throwing his franchise-record setting 443rd career touchdown pass. Here's what to know from Week 16 in the NFL.

12/26/2021 1:00 AM https://es.pn/3JifMkJ

NFL Week 16 fantasy football questions and answers: Reporters give advice on Duke Johnson, Amon-Ra St. Brown and more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Is Duke Johnson a viable fantasy option? How will Amon-Ra St. Brown finish his rookie season? Our reporters share their insights.

12/25/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3ekcGhX

Why Ryan Clark doesn't believe in the Cardinals anymore

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Ryan Clark has lost faith in the Cardinals being an NFC contender because of their late-season struggles.

12/24/2021 4:45 PM https://es.pn/3epnThb

Best veteran contracts for all 32 NFL teams: Stefon Diggs, Cooper Kupp, James Conner among the most valuable deals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Football Outsiders evaluates the best contracts across the league, featuring star receivers to lockdown defenders.

12/24/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/30UvOjh

NFL playoff picture 2021: Standings, brackets, scenarios after 49ers-Titans, plus Week 16 outlook

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Titans moved a spot following their win, but the big news from Thursday night is Dallas clinching a playoff berth. Here is the current postseason outlook heading into Saturday's games.

12/24/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3em1Cki

Arizona Cardinals come to grips with upset loss to Detroit Lions 'Love Actually'-style

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals use a 2003 romantic comedy to help them come to terms with a recent upset loss against the Detroit Lions.

12/24/2021 1:45 AM https://es.pn/3H9Nc33

This Pro Bowl snub has Orlovsky baffled

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Dan Orlovsky can't understand how Matthew Stafford didn't make the Pro Bowl team and Kyler Murray did.

12/23/2021 4:45 PM https://es.pn/33IZRvk

Surging Colts, struggling Cardinals meet on Christmas Day

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

INDIANAPOLIS (8-6) at ARIZONA (10-4)

12/23/2021 4:00 PM https://es.pn/3yXumJM

Who are SVP's big holiday winners?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve make their football picks for games over the holidays.

12/23/2021 6:00 AM https://es.pn/3suqUoK

NFL's best defensive backs at 25 different skills: What Trevon Diggs, Jalen Ramsey, Derwin James Jr., Tyrann Mathieu do at an elite level

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Best blitzing safety, defender with the most range, and the most complete corner. Matt Bowen breaks down the best of the best in 25 categories.

12/22/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3JmSXMX

NFL Power Rankings Week 16: 1-32 poll, plus evaluating the job security of every team's coach

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Vic Fangio's job status in Denver could go either way, Kliff Kingsbury seems to be safe in Arizona and Matt Nagy's days in Chicago look numbered.

12/21/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3FkFuCF

Biggest weaknesses, playoff teams to avoid for NFL Super Bowl contenders: Flaws for the Bucs, Patriots, Chiefs, Packers, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

How can Tom Brady and the Bucs be slowed down? It's a familiar formula. The Patriots, meanwhile, have first-quarter issues.

12/21/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3H2PP6E

'No definitive formula': Ravens face decision at QB if Lamar Jackson not at full strength

ARI QB Kyler Murray

Tyler Huntley proved to be more than just a capable backup, but the Ravens' former MVP may be healthy enough to face the Bengals.

12/21/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3H4HvmP

NFL playoff picture 2021: Week 15 standings, bracket, clinching scenarios and postseason outlook

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Packers clinched their division, but can they lock up the NFC's top seed? Are the Raiders still an AFC wild-card threat? Here is the current postseason outlook.

12/21/2021 1:45 AM https://es.pn/3J3UgQB

Ryan Clark: Cards' struggles aren't on DeAndre Hopkins

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Ryan Clark says the Cardinals' struggles are not because DeAndre Hopkins is out.

12/20/2021 4:45 PM https://es.pn/3pdW5m5

NFL playoff picture 2021: Week 15 standings, bracket, clinching scenarios and outlook for the postseason

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Packers clinched their division, but can they lock up the NFC's top seed? Will the Bengals win the AFC North? And who will get the AFC's bye? Here is the current postseason outlook.

12/20/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3J3UgQB

Why are the Arizona Cardinals playing their worst football of the year?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

After a 7-0 start and looking like a lock to win the NFC West, the Cardinals have lost three of four games and still have not clinched a playoff spot.

12/20/2021 1:45 AM https://es.pn/3Ee9oXX

Cardinals lose chance to clinch, fall 30-12 to Lions

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Kyler Murray had a shaky performance and that helped the Detroit Lions stun the Arizona Cardinals 30-12 on Sunday.

12/19/2021 9:45 PM https://es.pn/3mi3Fu5

NFL Week 15 fashion: It's time to get layered up, people

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The temperatures may be cooling off, but the outfits are just starting to heat up.

12/19/2021 5:00 PM https://es.pn/3E8KXuP

NFL playoff picture 2021: Standings, brackets, scenarios after Chiefs-Chargers, Patriots-Colts, plus Week 15 outlook

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Colts made a statement by taking down the Patriots, whose shot at the top AFC seed dropped. Here is the current postseason outlook after Saturday night's game.

12/19/2021 5:45 AM https://es.pn/3dX7bFA

Source: Arizona Cardinals' James Conner (ankle) expected to play vs. Detroit Lions

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner, listed as questionable with an ankle injury, is expected to play Sunday against the Lions, a source told ESPN.

12/19/2021 5:45 AM https://es.pn/3J2nH5y

Injured Arizona Cardinals tight end Maxx Williams keeps busy with weekly social media photo

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

While the Cardinals' injured tight end recovers from an ACL injury, he's documenting his game experience at home on social media.

12/18/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3yBx4V7

Why the Cardinals clash against the Lions won't be a cakewalk

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Marcus Spears says nothing will come easy for the Cardinals against the Lions.

12/17/2021 11:00 PM https://es.pn/3sgoERN

NFL playoff picture 2021: Standings, brackets, scenarios after Chiefs-Chargers, plus Week 15 outlook

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kansas City is back in the top spot in the AFC, but New England or Tennessee can move ahead this weekend. Here is the current postseason outlook after Thursday night's game.

12/17/2021 5:00 AM https://es.pn/3dX7bFA

'There's a drop-off': Losing DeAndre Hopkins stings but Arizona Cardinals confident in other WRs

ARI TE Darrell Daniels

Without Hopkins, Arizona will rely on pass-catchers A.J. Green, Christian Kirk, Rondale Moore and Zach Ertz as well as running back James Conner.

12/17/2021 12:45 AM https://es.pn/3sd66Sg

NFC-West leading Cardinals aim for 8-0 road mark at Detroit

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ARIZONA (10-3) at DETROIT (1-11-1)

12/16/2021 5:45 PM https://es.pn/3F2KsUF

Kyler Murray recalls his viral Pop Warner tackle

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray looks back on the huge hit he delivered in a Pop Warner football game as a defensive player.

12/16/2021 4:45 PM https://es.pn/31UYU2J

Woody confident the Cardinals can make a postseason run without Hopkins

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Damien Woody believes Kyler Murray can lead the Cardinals to postseason success even if DeAndre Hopkins misses time with injuries.

12/16/2021 4:45 PM https://es.pn/3ma6IEs

How Hopkins' absence will affect the Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Keyshawn Johnson explains how important DeAndre Hopkins is to the Cardinals offense and what they are going to miss the rest of the season.

12/15/2021 9:45 PM https://es.pn/3GNGUGg

Sources: Arizona Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins expected to miss rest of regular season with knee sprain

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is expected to miss the rest of the regular season with a sprained knee, but the team is hopeful to get him back at some point in the postseason, sources told ESPN.

12/15/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/320EANk

Sources: Arizona Cardinals WR Hopkins expected to miss rest of regular season with knee sprain

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is expected to miss the rest of the regular season with a sprained knee, but the team is hopeful to get him back at some point in the postseason, sources told ESPN.

12/15/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/320EANk

DeAndre Hopkins, Arizona Cardinals await second opinion on leg injury

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

DeAndre Hopkins' status for Sunday's game vs. Detroit is unknown until the Cardinals find out results from a second doctor about the receiver's injured leg.

12/15/2021 6:45 PM https://es.pn/3IPLeXf

NFL MVP watch 2021: Is Tom Brady running away with the race? We ranked the top candidates

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Is Tom Brady running away with the MVP race? At least four quarterbacks are still in the mix, including another three-time winner. We rank the top candidates through 14 weeks.

12/15/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3oWaZgE

Meet Jared Veldheer: Former Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman turned lunch man

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

After an 11-year NFL career, Veldheer has turned to cooking and serving food to kids that has their parents asking if they can join them for lunch.

12/15/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3dSvvID

Stephen A. still has faith in the Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Stephen A. Smith says the Cardinals' plethora of weapons makes them too good not be a contender in the NFC.

12/14/2021 6:00 PM https://es.pn/33uiXFA

Did the Cardinals prove they can't be trusted yet?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Marcus Spears and Dan Graziano break down the significance of the Rams' win over the Cardinals.

12/14/2021 2:45 PM https://es.pn/3pTTKfa

NFL Power Rankings Week 15: 1-32 poll, plus offense, defense and special teams rankings

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The FPI really dislikes Davis Mills and the Texans, loves Tom Brady and the Buccaneers and hasn't quite figured out T.J. Watt and the Steelers.

12/14/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3ylSyoM

NFL mock draft 2022: Todd McShay's early predictions for all 32 first-round picks, including QB landing spots

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Todd McShay projects all 32 picks of April's first round, starting with a toss-up at No. 1 overall. Who drafts a quarterback, and what do four teams do with multiple early selections?

12/14/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3qdNpeX

Stafford, Donald lead Rams to 30-23 win over Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— From the first play to the last, Aaron Donald and the Los Angeles Rams showed they're still a heavyweight in the NFC West.

12/14/2021 5:45 AM https://es.pn/3GLecG1

Kyler Murray sacked by Aaron Donald to cap off Rams' win

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray scrambles and is sacked by Aaron Donald as the Rams complete their win vs. the Cardinals.

12/14/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/31YkrHs

Arizona Cardinals' struggles at home could cost them NFC's top seed

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals have now turned the ball over 11 times at home to just two times on the road. After Monday's loss they fall from the top seed to No. 3.

12/14/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3pRkME8

Short-handed Los Angeles Rams win key NFC West matchup against Arizona Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Down four starters due to COVID-19 protocols, and after having lost three of their previous four games, the Rams won Monday night in Arizona to gain ground on the division-leading Cardinals.

12/14/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3s3EZZT

Stafford, Rams beat Cardinals through air in 30-23 victory

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Matthew Stafford threw for 287 yards and three touchdowns, Cooper Kupp and Odell Beckham Jr. each caught a touchdown pass and the Los Angeles Rams held on for a 30-23 win over the Arizona Cardinals on Monday night.

12/14/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3GLecG1

Conner scores second TD of the night out of the Wildcat

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

James Conner takes the snap himself for his second touchdown of the night vs. the Rams.

12/14/2021 4:00 AM https://es.pn/3s84gSL

ARI VS LAR

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

12/14/2021 3:00 AM https://es.pn/3pSpO32

Von Miller, DeAndre Hopkins among Rams-Cards players honoring Demaryius Thomas during Monday Night Football

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

On Monday night, Von Miller, DeAndre Hopkins and Matt Prater paid tribute to their former teammate Demaryius Thomas, who died unexpectedly last week.

12/14/2021 2:45 AM https://es.pn/33wLA57

James Conner's second effort leads to TD on 4th down

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

James Conner is almost tackled at the goal line, but manages to stay up and plows into the end zone.

12/14/2021 2:45 AM https://es.pn/31UTMvo

Kyler throws a pick in the red zone

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray's pass is intercepted by Ernest Jones in the red zone late in the first quarter.

12/14/2021 1:45 AM https://es.pn/3m47O4B

Jalen Ramsey, Tyler Higbee join Los Angeles Rams' growing COVID-19 list ahead of MNF game vs. Arizona Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The L.A. Rams placed Jalen Ramsey and Tyler Higbee on the reserve/COVID-19 list, knocking the star cornerback and starting tight end out of Monday night's key NFC West game against the Cardinals.

12/13/2021 10:00 PM https://es.pn/320Xm6Y

Do the Cardinals have too many weapons for the Rams?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Ryan Clark expects the Cardinals' offense to be too much for the Rams on Monday night.

12/13/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/3oHPSyl

Inside the Arizona Cardinals' wild roster-building, their jump from worst to first: Big bets on Kliff Kingsbury, Kyler Murray, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

In 2019, Arizona hired a recently fired college coach and drafted a 5-foot-10 QB. Three years later -- after a few other savvy moves -- it's all working to plan for the NFL's best team.

12/13/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3DQygVp

Is Arizona Cardinals' Kyler Murray the best high school QB from Texas?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ESPN canvased Texas to find the best high school quarterback in its history, and dozens of names came back -- Matthew Stafford, Patrick Mahomes and Drew Brees among them -- but Murray was singled out the most.

12/13/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/304YkhM

Kyler Murray isn't worried about getting respect from critics

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray shoots down the notion that he cares about securing the respect of football critics and asserts that winning games is the only thing that matters to him.

12/13/2021 6:45 AM https://es.pn/3ylZvWN

NFL playoff picture 2021: Week 14 standings, bracket, clinching scenarios and outlook for the postseason

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Which teams could lock up a spot next week? Which teams are in trouble? And what is on the line for Rams-Cardinals? Here is the current postseason outlook.

12/13/2021 5:00 AM https://es.pn/3IGUsVH

Who's the better bet between the Cardinals and Rams?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Doug Kezirian and Tyler Fulghum break down why they like the Cardinals over the Rams on Monday Night Football.

12/12/2021 6:45 PM https://es.pn/3dJQQ77

'I sleep next to it': From mom's house to undisclosed locations, here's where NFL players keep their Heismans

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

“You don’t just keep it in the dorm,” Mark Ingram II said when asked why he gave his to his mom to take home after the ceremony.

12/10/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3oFD0ZB

Cardinals try to capture road magic at home on MNF vs. Rams

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— The Arizona Cardinals finally get to play a home game after nearly a month away from State Farm Stadium.

12/9/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3pL344O

Cardinals try to clinch playoff spot with win versus Rams

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

LOS ANGELES RAMS (8-4) at ARIZONA (10-2)

12/9/2021 8:00 PM https://es.pn/3pL344O

How rising college football head-coaching salaries will force the NFL to adapt or get left behind

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Amid the landscape of booming money, a very good college opening might be enough to keep an NFL owner awake at night.

12/9/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3EEIo4N

Warner: Cards are the biggest threat to the Bucs

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Hall of Fame QB Kurt Warner discusses the variety of ways the Cardinals can win and how that makes them the biggest threat to the Buccaneers.

12/7/2021 5:45 PM https://es.pn/3lJ9KiJ

Which NFL teams are healthiest for the homestretch? We do an injury checkup for all 32

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Injuries have had a huge impact on this season, so NFL Nation is taking a look at the health of every team as we move into December.

12/7/2021 1:45 PM https://es.pn/3rG1unt

NFL Power Rankings Week 14: 1-32 poll, plus players who need to step it up in last month

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

OBJ wants to prove he's still a marquee guy, Zach Wilson is looking for momentum in New York and Jessie Bates III hopes for a big finish to his contract year.

12/7/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3Dqlxss

NFL playoff picture 2021 - Week 13 standings, bracket, scenarios and outlook for the postseason

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Monday night's windy AFC East showdown left New England atop the conference and Buffalo just trying to stay in a playoff berth. Here is the current postseason outlook.

12/7/2021 5:00 AM https://es.pn/3InPJrN

NFL playoff picture 2021: Week 13 standings, bracket, scenarios and outlook for the postseason

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Ravens fell to the AFC's No. 3 spot, and the Patriots jumped to No. 1. Washington crept up to No. 6 in the NFC. Here is the current postseason outlook, including teams in the hunt.

12/6/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3InPJrN

NFL Week 13 takeaways: What we learned, big questions for every game and future team outlooks

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona rolled to a win with Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins back, while the Colts' defense kept Houston off the board. Oh, and the Lions won! Here's what to know from Week 13.

12/5/2021 9:45 PM https://es.pn/3rLpzt0

NFL Week 13 fashion: Kyler Murray is back in style

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray is back. And winter looks are part of the fashion statements being made for Week 13.

12/5/2021 6:00 PM https://es.pn/3xUFpme

What to expect from Murray, Hopkins' return to the field

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Michele Steele reports on Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins' return to the field against the Bears and what their teammates have already seen from the pair in practice.

12/5/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/3dsGSXr

Arizona Cardinals expect Kyler Murray, DeAndre Hopkins to play vs. Chicago Bears, sources say

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Getting healthy just in time for the stretch run to the NFC postseason, the Arizona Cardinals expect quarterback Kyler Murray and wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins to play on Sunday vs. the Chicago Bears, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

12/5/2021 5:45 AM https://es.pn/3Gjx5Q9

Will the Cardinals be the first team to 10 wins?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Mina Kimes predicts that the Cardinals will take care of business on Sunday vs. the Bears and reach 10 wins on the season.

12/3/2021 9:45 PM https://es.pn/3xT3KZH

Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury says team is being cautious with Kyler Murray's injury after last season's finish

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray is a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Bears with a high ankle sprain as the Cardinals continue to be cautious with their QB to avoid last season's late swoon.

12/3/2021 7:45 PM https://es.pn/3dhE2Vj

NFL playoff picture 2021: Standings, bracket, scenarios after Cowboys-Saints, plus Week 13 outlook

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Dallas took another step in its bid to win the NFC East, while New Orleans' playoff chances took a hit. Here is the current postseason outlook after Thursday night's game.

12/3/2021 5:00 AM https://es.pn/3GbCWGW

With fresher legs following bye, Cardinals visit Bears

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ARIZONA (9-2) at CHICAGO (4-7)

12/2/2021 5:00 PM https://es.pn/3DiSQh4

NFL Power Rankings Week 13: 1-32 poll, plus checking in on each team's confidence rating

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Confidence in Trevor Lawrence and the Jaguars is falling but we're feeling better about Nick Bosa and the 49ers and Mac Jones and the surging Patriots.

11/30/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/32Q6ziZ

Art of the quarterback slide: How Russell Wilson and Kyler Murray became the best, and why it's so important in today's NFL

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

We look at the underrated art to the QB slide, including Russell Wilson's baseball technique, Kyler Murray's "sixth sense" and Jim Zorn's Slip 'N Slide drills.

11/30/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3o6Fwbh

Arizona Cardinals exit their holiday bye week as Super Bowl favorites

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Coming off a critical 2-1 stretch without Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins, the Cardinals are well positioned to make a run at the NFC's No. 1 seed.

11/30/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3I2rWxs

Mike Golic Jr.: Kliff Kingsbury isn't leaving the NFL for Oklahoma

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Mike Golic Jr. is very skeptical that Kliff Kingsbury would leave the Arizona Cardinals for the Oklahoma Sooners.

11/29/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3lmzWQ7

Kingsbury isn't interested in talking about Oklahoma rumors

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kliff Kingsbury responds to reports that Oklahoma is interested in hiring him as their next head coach.

11/29/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3E8240H

Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury staying focused on current season, not Oklahoma Sooners' coaching vacancy

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury says he's focused on the team's next opponent, the Chicago Bears, not on reports he's being targeted for the Oklahoma Sooners' vacant head coaching job.

11/29/2021 7:00 PM https://es.pn/32CTV6x

NFL playoff picture 2021: Week 12 standings, bracket, scenarios and outlook for the postseason

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Ravens moved into the top seed in the AFC, while the Packers and Buccaneers inched closer to the Cardinals in the NFC. Here is the current postseason outlook.

11/29/2021 5:00 AM https://es.pn/3ljCPRE

NFL Power Rankings Week 12: 1-32 poll, plus each team's most memorable Thanksgiving game

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Leon Lett's Thanksgiving blunder will go down in history, Josh Allen had a breakout on Turkey Day while Barry Sanders was must-see holiday TV for a decade.

11/23/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3nJ8T3d

Pete Carroll cuts his news conference short

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Seahawks coach Pete Carroll abruptly leaves his news conference following his team's 23-13 loss to Arizona.

11/22/2021 6:00 AM https://es.pn/3DI633M

NFL playoff picture 2021: Week 11 standings, bracket, scenarios and outlook for the postseason

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Patriots jumped the Bills in the AFC East, the Cardinals extended their NFC West lead and the Titans stayed atop the AFC despite a loss. Here is the current postseason outlook.

11/22/2021 5:00 AM https://es.pn/3HGCsu4

McCoy connects with Ertz for 2 TDs in the 1st half

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Colt McCoy connects with Zach Ertz for a short touchdown in the first quarter, then finds him again later in the second quarter as the Cardinals take a 13-6 lead over the Seahawks.

11/22/2021 1:00 AM https://es.pn/3nAYpTs

DeeJay Dallas scores short TD for Seahawks

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

DeeJay Dallas takes the handoff and goes up the middle into the end zone to cut the Seahawks' lead to 16-13 in the fourth quarter.

11/22/2021 1:00 AM https://es.pn/3cA1HjC

James Conner puts finishing touches on Seahawks with TD

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

James Conner takes the handoff to score a 1-yard touchdown as the Cardinals go on to win 23-13 over the Seahawks.

11/22/2021 1:00 AM https://es.pn/30IIqcU

McCoy leads Cardinals to decisive 23-13 win over Seahawks

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Colt McCoy was outstanding filling in for Kyler Murray, throwing for 328 yards and two touchdowns, and the Arizona Cardinals beat the Seattle Seahawks 23-13 on Sunday.

11/22/2021 1:00 AM https://es.pn/3CB8HXP

Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray (ankle) inactive for third straight game

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray was ruled inactive for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, causing him to miss his third straight contest.

11/21/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/3cyvZ5Y

Arizona Cardinals eye game-time call on Kyler Murray as signs point to Colt McCoy starting at QB, sources say

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals are not expected to make a final decision about their starting quarterback until pre-game warmups Sunday, but signs point to Colt McCoy making his third straight start in place of the injured Kyler Murray, sources tell ESPN.

11/21/2021 4:00 AM https://es.pn/3DyTGai

Will the Bengals' offense bounce back against the Raiders?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Marcus Spears predicts Joe Burrow and the Bengals will right the ship against the Raiders.

11/19/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3nwlNBt

Kyler Murray once again game-time decision for Arizona Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

A decision on whether Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray will play his first game since spraining his left ankle Oct. 28 will be made after he goes through a workout before Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

11/19/2021 7:00 PM https://es.pn/3CLiPO1

Ranking the NFL's top wide receiver trios of all time: Where do the 2021 Buccaneers rank?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

There are a handful of current teams with elite triple-threats at wide receiver. Football Outsiders help us ranks the best of all time.

11/19/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3x208nP

How Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury has grown into the job

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

From flexible scheduling to managing Kyler Murray's injuries, Kingsbury -- now in his third year -- continues to tinker with how he runs the Cardinals.

11/19/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3r7lZth

Cardinals look to stay on top of NFC West facing Seahawks

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ARIZONA (8-2) at SEATTLE (3-6)

11/18/2021 6:45 PM https://es.pn/3DudDPG

Kyler Murray 'pretty close' to returning from ankle injury

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray says he's much further along in the rehab process than he thought he would be and expects to play soon.

11/17/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3oVHB9h

Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray says he's 'pretty close' to returning from ankle injury

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray says he's "pretty close" to return from his ankle injury.

11/17/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/3npTSTN

NFL mock draft 2022: Jordan Reid's predictions for all 32 first-round picks, including Kayvon Thibodeaux, Matt Corral, Kenny Pickett

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Elite edge rushers, stalwart offensive tackles and just a so-so quarterback class. Jordan Reid projects the top 32 picks in April's draft.

11/17/2021 1:00 PM https://es.pn/3qHnCxr

NFL MVP watch 2021: Ranking the top candidates and risers in a close race, including Tom Brady and Lamar Jackson

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Can one of the league's best QBs separate himself from the herd in the second half? We rank the top MVP candidates, look at who is climbing -- and falling -- on the board and more.

11/17/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/32bmMyM

NFL Power Rankings Week 11: 1-32 poll, plus we identify each team's most important remaining game

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kevin Byard and the Titans can't wait for the Pats, next week is key for the Daniel Jones and the Giants, while K.C. and Travis Kelce want a rematch with the Chargers.

11/16/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3CkRB0q

Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray (ankle) inactive for game against Carolina Panthers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is inactive for a second straight game Sunday against the Carolina Panthers.

11/14/2021 8:00 PM https://es.pn/3wMRLfV

How J.J. Watt is representing Marshall Goldberg's legacy with No. 99

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt shares how he reached out to the family of Marshall Goldberg, a Navy veteran, for permission to wear the number 99 in Arizona.

11/14/2021 6:45 PM https://es.pn/3FjDcU5

Source: Arizona Cardinals not optimistic QB Kyler Murray, WR DeAndre Hopkins play vs. Panthers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals are not optimistic that Kyler Murray plays Sunday against the Panthers. DeAndre Hopkins is also unlikely to play.

11/14/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3wXlhQd

Biggest NFL Football Power Index swings of the season: Which teams are better or worse than preseason expectations?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Which teams are exceeding expectations -- or not living up to them? We looked at the five biggest swings in both directions from ESPN's preseason Football Power Index ratings.

11/13/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3qy9gPP

Week 10 NFL injury updates - News on Kyler Murray, Aaron Rodgers, Alvin Kamara and more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

As we embark on Week 10 of the NFL season, our reporters have you covered with updates to key players ahead of their matchups.

11/13/2021 1:00 AM https://es.pn/3niLky5

Clark: 'We have to accept that the Cardinals are just a good team'

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Ryan Clark sees the Cardinals grabbing a win this week over Cam Newton and the Panthers.

11/12/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3onNX0O

Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray game-time decision again with sprained left ankle

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray will be a game-time decision for a second straight week, coach Kliff Kingsbury said Friday.

11/12/2021 7:45 PM https://es.pn/3wI3yMv

NFL-best Cardinals try to keep mojo vs. struggling Panthers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

CAROLINA (4-5) at ARIZONA (8-1)

11/11/2021 7:00 PM https://es.pn/3qr0za0

Arizona Cardinals WR A.J. Green returns from reserve/COVID-19 list

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

A.J. Green was activated from the COVID-19 list, returning to the Cardinals after missing last Sunday's win over the 49ers.

11/11/2021 4:45 PM https://es.pn/3HdTdg0

How J.J. Watt made WWII veteran and Chicago Cardinals star Marshall Goldberg relevant again

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Watt drew attention to Goldberg's career, which included a championship with the Chicago Cardinals and a stint in the Navy, when he took No. 99.

11/11/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3CcNUda

Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray (ankle) feeling 'way better,' hopes to play Sunday at Carolina

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray says he made great strides since spraining his left ankle, and though he did not practice Wednesday, the Cardinals QB is hopeful he'll be healthy enough to play Sunday against Carolina.

11/10/2021 10:00 PM https://es.pn/3CaVh4Q

How J.J. Watt was allowed to wear No. 99 for the Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Josh Weinfuss reflects on Cardinals legend Marshall Goldberg, whose family allowed J.J. Watt to wear Goldberg's retired number this season.

11/10/2021 10:00 PM https://es.pn/3oilFoj

Carolina Panthers set to place quarterback Sam Darnold on IR, give starting nod to P.J. Walker

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

With the Panthers set to place quarterback Sam Darnold on injured reserve with a shoulder injury, Carolina coach Matt Rhule will give the starting nod this week to P.J. Walker.

11/10/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3D6An8b

2021 NFL midseason report: What we've learned, questions and record projections for all 32 teams

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

We're officially at the midway point of the NFL's first 18-week season. What are the biggest takeaways and questions that need to be answered?

11/10/2021 2:45 PM https://es.pn/30ckwGB

What to expect from Cardinals, Packers, Bills and Bucs going forward

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Jenna Laine, Josh Weinfuss, Rob Demovsky and Alaina Getzenberg detail what to expect from the Cardinals, Packers, Bills and Buccaneers going into the second half of the season.

11/10/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3F1296l

Predicting NFL Week 10 upset picks and fantasy football sleepers, plus coaches on the hot seat, candidates to watch

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Which NFL coaches need second-half improvements, and who are the top candidates to get consideration when jobs open? Our insiders weigh in.

11/10/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/30cgnCx

NFL Power Rankings Week 10: 1-32 poll, plus one bold second-half prediction for each team

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Myles Garrett is set to make history in Cleveland, Mike Zimmer is not long for Minnesota and Justin Herbert will lead the Chargers to the playoffs.

11/9/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/30hDL1A

Ranking NFL MVP candidates at midseason: 19 players, wide-open top five and one quarterback favorite

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The MVP race was upended in Week 9 after a few of the favorites had bad games. Now what?

11/9/2021 12:00 PM https://es.pn/3D0OXhs

Tests confirm Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds has high ankle sprain, expected to miss multiple games, per source

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

A source tells ESPN's Adam Schefter that tests confirm Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds suffered a high ankle sprain Sunday, and that Edmonds is expected to miss multiple games.

11/8/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/3kik4Oh

Tests confirm Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds has high ankle sprain, expected to miss multiple games per source

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

A source tells ESPN's Adam Schefter that tests confirm Arizona Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds suffered a high ankle sprain Sunday and is expected to miss multiple games.

11/8/2021 8:00 PM https://es.pn/3kik4Oh

NFL playoff races: Execs on division winners, Super Bowl picks, wild-card sleepers and conference favorites

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Will the Chiefs reclaim the AFC West? How will the NFC West play out? And could the AFC East get interesting? We asked people from around the league about the looming playoff hunts.

11/8/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/3qpSm5I

Josh Norman's 'friendly banter' with Kliff Kingsbury leads to costly penalty in San Francisco 49ers' loss to Arizona Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

An apparently playful argument between 49ers cornerback Josh Norman and Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury on Sunday quickly devolved into a costly Niners penalty and Norman's benching.

11/8/2021 3:45 AM https://es.pn/2Yqhzld

Kingsbury has fun with Texas fans while praising McCoy's performance

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kliff Kingsbury praises Colt McCoy's play and says it should cheer up Texas fans after their loss to Iowa State the previous day.

11/8/2021 2:00 AM https://es.pn/3ET89OK

Conner steps up in Murray and Hopkins' absence with 3 TDs

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

James Conner rushes for two touchdowns and catches another, leading the Cardinals to a dominant win over the 49ers.

11/8/2021 12:45 AM https://es.pn/3qcJHDO

Arizona Cardinals dominate San Francisco 49ers without Kyler Murray, DeAndre Hopkins as James Conner scores three TDs

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals routed the 49ers without three of their top offensive starters as James Conner and Colt McCoy had big games.

11/8/2021 12:45 AM https://es.pn/3H3zsb4

Conner leads short-handed Cardinals past 49ers 31-17

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— James Conner ran for two touchdowns and caught a 45-yard TD pass from backup quarterback Colt McCoy as the short-handed Arizona Cardinals beat the San Francisco 49ers...

11/8/2021 12:45 AM https://es.pn/3o9G6Ui

Arizona Cardinals' James Conner takes NFL touchdowns lead with 45-yard score

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Conner, also tied for the league lead in rushing touchdowns, scores his third touchdown against the 49ers on a pass.

11/8/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3wqAk4g

Arizona Cardinals without QB Kyler Murray, WR DeAndre Hopkins vs. San Francisco 49ers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray and WR DeAndre Hopkins are both inactive for Sunday's game against the 49ers.

11/7/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/3qecms4

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray won't play unless he can function at 'high level' from pocket, coach Kliff Kingsbury says

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray needs to be healthy enough to play at a "high level" from the pocket despite a sprained left ankle in order to play Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers, coach Kliff Kingsbury said.

11/5/2021 6:45 PM https://es.pn/3CODcus

Off 1st loss, Cardinals look for season sweep against 49ers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ARIZONA (7-1) at SAN FRANCISCO (3-4)

11/4/2021 4:45 PM https://es.pn/3weJ1yO

QB Kyler Murray should be 'good to go' when Arizona Cardinals take on San Francisco 49ers in Week 9

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Neither Arizona coach Kliff Kingsbury nor Kyler Murray believes the Cardinals quarterback will need to practice this week in order to be prepared to play Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers as Murray continues to heal from a left ankle sprain.

11/3/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/3wdirWB

QB Kyler Murray should 'be good to go' when Arizona Cardinals take on San Francisco 49ers in Week 9

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Neither Arizona coach Kliff Kingsbury nor Kyler Murray believes the Cardinals quarterback will need to practice this week in order to be prepared to play Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers as Murray continues to heal from a left ankle sprain.

11/3/2021 8:00 PM https://es.pn/3wdirWB

NFL Power Rankings Week 9: 1-32 poll, plus each team's biggest weakness going forward

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Jared Goff and Teddy Bridgewater are having a hard time leading their teams to points, while Grady Jarrett and the Falcons' pass rush have struggled.

11/2/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/3CFjDo7

Blocking for Arizona Cardinals' Kyler Murray: 'I never really know what's going on'

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals' offensive line often finds itself figuring out what the elusive Murray is doing by watching the defensive linemen they're blocking.

11/2/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/3CGVrlw

NFL Week 8 takeaways: What we learned, big questions for every game and future team outlooks

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Titans won a big AFC South game in overtime, the Eagles got their run game going and the Jets upset the Bengals with their No. 2 QB. What to know for every Week 8 game.

11/1/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3w0im8O

Arizona Cardinals hopeful extra days off helpful for injured quarterback Kyler Murray

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury is hopeful an extra weekend of rest helps quarterback Kyler Murray, who was injured in the final moments of Thursday night's 24-21 loss to Green Bay.

10/30/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3mtMxCe

Kevin Hart calls out Stephen A. for doubting Aaron Rodgers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Stephen A. Smith and Kevin Hart share their thoughts on the Packers' win over the Cardinals.

10/29/2021 2:45 PM https://es.pn/3Ex0fdH

Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury said injured DeAndre Hopkins checked himself into game

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kliff Kingsbury wasn't happy with DeAndre Hopkins checking himself into Thursday's game despite aggravating a hamstring injury.

10/29/2021 6:45 AM https://es.pn/3Er2T4t

Injuries limit Cardinals, who suffer first loss of season vs. Packers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals learned what life is like with an injured DeAndre Hopkins and J.J. Watt. And it wasn't pretty.

10/29/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3EuwSZc

Packers hand Cardinals 1st loss after wild finish

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Packers hand the Cardinals their first loss of the season after a wild finish, including a game-sealing end zone interception.

10/29/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3EpuOSh

Kingsbury blames lack of communication for INT on final play

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kliff Kingsbury explains what happened on Kyler Murray's game-sealing interception vs. the Packers.

10/29/2021 4:45 AM https://es.pn/3nBFw1r

Packers beat Cardinals 24-21 after Murray throws late INT

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Aaron Rodgers threw two touchdown passes to Randall Cobb and the Green Bay Packers knocked off the previously unbeaten Arizona Cardinals 24-21 after Kyler Murray's stunning late interception on Thursday night.

10/29/2021 4:00 AM https://es.pn/3Cqs9HD

Edmonds takes the direct snap in for TD

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Chase Edmonds takes the direct snap and weaves into the end zone for the 11-yard rushing touchdown.

10/29/2021 3:45 AM https://es.pn/3nKwDmq

Cardinals' Jonathan Ward and Packers' Kylin Hill carted off after hit on kickoff

ARI RB Jonathan Ward

Jonathan Ward makes the tough hit on Kylin Hill on a kickoff return and both are carted off the field.

10/29/2021 3:45 AM https://es.pn/3jOQ6RI

Packers steal the win with a walk-off interception

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Rasul Douglas picks Kyler Murray in the end zone as the Packers escape Arizona with a 24-21 win.

10/29/2021 3:45 AM https://es.pn/3nxBhUA

Arizona Cardinals' Jonathan Ward collides with Green Bay Packers' Kylin Hill; both carted off

ARI RB Jonathan Ward

Arizona Cardinals RB Jonathan Ward collided into the Green Bay Packers' Kylin Hill in the third quarter Thursday night, and both players were carted off the field with injuries.

10/29/2021 3:00 AM https://es.pn/3nDhHGD

'Thursday Night Football': Live updates of Green Bay Packers vs. Arizona Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

There's nothing subtle about the start to NFL Week 8 as Aaron Rodgers and the Packers look to spoil Kyler Murray and the Cardinals' perfect start to the season. We've got you covered with live updates of all the action.

10/29/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3GuBZL1

Green Bay Packers not expected to activate WR Marquez Valdes-Scantling ahead of TNF, source says

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Packers are not expected to activate Marquez Valdez-Scantling before Thursday night's game against the Cardinals, giving him more time to recover from his hamstring injury, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

10/28/2021 6:45 PM https://es.pn/3bjlYce

Source: Hurt Arizona Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins expected to play

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals receiver DeAndre Hopkins is expected to play Thursday night, despite a hamstring injury.

10/28/2021 5:00 PM https://es.pn/3BqApWy

Orlovsky on how huge the loss of J.J. Watt is to the Cardinals' defense

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Dan Orlovsky breaks down why losing JJ Watt to injury is such a big deal for the Cardinals.

10/28/2021 3:00 PM https://es.pn/3bkTfUw

Ranking top NFL quarterbacks under age 25: How Lamar Jackson, Kyler Murray and other young QBs stack up

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Who are the best young QBs in the game? Pro Football Focus ranked the top 15 under the age of 25, including Lamar Jackson, Kyler Murray, Justin Herbert and Trevor Lawrence.

10/28/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3jKmULx

NFL trade grades: Report cards for the biggest 2021 deadline deals, how each team did, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

We're grading all of the big deadline trades of the season, including Zach Ertz's move to Arizona, the Panthers' deal for a pair of cornerbacks and Joe Flacco's return to New York.

10/28/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3jLiPXw

Arizona Cardinals DE J.J. Watt likely in store for season-ending shoulder surgery, sources say

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Star defensive end J.J. Watt, in his first year with the first-place Cardinals, injured his shoulder in the second quarter Sunday vs. Houston, and is now likely to head for season-ending surgery, sources told ESPN Wednesday.

10/28/2021 3:00 AM https://es.pn/3mkzUZS

Packers vs. Cardinals in elite Thursday night showdown

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

GREEN BAY (6-1) at ARIZONA (7-0)

10/27/2021 10:00 PM https://es.pn/2XU8n8o

Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Watt out vs. Green Bay Packers because of shoulder injury

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt has been ruled out for Thursday night's game against the Packers because of a shoulder injury.

10/27/2021 9:45 PM https://es.pn/2XUamtm

Get ready for the Aaron Rodgers vs. Kyler Murray showdown

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Aaron Rodgers leads the Packers into their biggest test of the season vs. Kyler Murray and the undefeated Cardinals.

10/27/2021 9:45 PM https://es.pn/2Zw9o6M

Murray vs. Rodgers highlight of Packers-Cardinals showdown

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Arizona's Kyler Murray has become one of the NFL's most exciting quarterbacks, scurrying around in the pocket to avoid would-be tacklers and often finishing with spectacular throws downfield.

10/27/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/2XU8n8o

Spears: Watt being out is a big loss for Arizona

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Marcus Spears and Dan Orlovsky discuss the impact of J.J. Watt being out has on the Cardinals' matchup with the Packers.

10/27/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3bf616T

Stephen A. makes the case for the Cardinals as the best team in the NFL

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Stephen A. Smith backs Kyler Murray and the Cardinals as the best team in the league.

10/27/2021 5:00 PM https://es.pn/3mjkVPQ

Kyler Murray praises Cardinals' culture

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray reflects on the Cardinals' maturity and mindset this year ahead of their matchup vs. the Packers.

10/26/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3EkHA4w

Why Stephen A. doesn't have much faith in Green Bay without Davante Adams

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Stephen A. Smith doesn't think the Packers have what it takes to beat the Cardinals without Davante Adams.

10/26/2021 4:45 PM https://es.pn/3bso365

NFL Power Rankings Week 8: 1-32 poll, plus one thing we got wrong about every team

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

T.Y. Hilton hasn't meshed with new Colts QB Carson Wentz, Derek Carr expected to have another coach and Robert Quinn has seen a resurgence in Chicago.

10/26/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3bdTOzn

Green Bay Packers place star WR Davante Adams on COVID-19 list

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Packers have placed star WR Davante Adams on the reserve/COVID-19 list, putting his availability for Thursday night's game against the Cardinals in doubt.

10/25/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3CifaHK

Packers' D on alert entering Cardinals showdown after Taylor Heinicke went Kyler Murray on it

ARI QB Kyler Murray

Heinicke managed 95 yards on 10 rushes, and while some may have come in garbage time, the Packers will be facing a major threat in Murray.

10/25/2021 4:45 PM https://es.pn/3BhPHwJ

Kyler Murray and Julie Ertz aided successful Cardinals debut for Zach Ertz

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

It's been a wild nine days for the Cardinals' newest tight end, who caught three passes for 66 yards, including a 47-yard TD in his Arizona debut.

10/25/2021 4:45 PM https://es.pn/3Cf3rKc

Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury: Felt 'disconnected' in return from COVD-19 absence

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kliff Kingsbury said that while he felt great physically in his return after testing positive for COVID-19, he was a "little disconnected" in the Cardinals' win on Sunday.

10/25/2021 3:00 AM https://es.pn/3BaQsI9

Texans stuff Kyler in his own end zone for safety

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray can't escape his own end zone as Texans defenders swarm in for the safety.

10/24/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3EcYbHv

Kyler scrambles around on TD pass to Kirk

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray uses his legs to buy time and finds Christian Kirk for the touchdown.

10/24/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3pGscLE

Conner puts finishing touches on Cardinals' win vs. Texans

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

James Conner caps off the Cardinals' victory with an 18-yard rushing touchdown.

10/24/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3nst7wu

Ertz makes history with first TD catch for Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Zach Ertz becomes the second player since 1970 to catch a touchdown in consecutive games for different teams.

10/24/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3nrGFIK

Cardinals move to 7-0 for season, roll past Texans 31-5

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— DeAndre Hopkins caught a touchdown pass against his former team, Zach Ertz caught a touchdown pass for his new team and the Arizona Cardinals scored 31 unanswered points to roll past the Houston Texans 31-5 on Sunday.

10/24/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3E9M91B

Kyler throws 3 TDs as Cards improve to 7-0

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray throws for 261 yards and three touchdowns as the Cardinals coast to a 31-5 victory over the Texans.

10/24/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3pwZMUs

Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury cleared to return vs. Houston Texans

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury has cleared the NFL's COVID-19 protocols and will return to the sideline for Sunday's game against the Texans.

10/24/2021 2:45 PM https://es.pn/3px4tNX

NFL Week 7 fantasy football questions and answers: Reporters give advice on Jaylen Waddle, Robert Woods and more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Is Jaylen Waddle going to produce more consistently? What can fantasy managers expect from Robert Woods? Our reporters fill you in.

10/23/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3vB2IR7

Clark not expecting Cardinals vs. Texans to be close

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Ryan Clark and Mina Kimes break down why they have the Cardinals winning big over the Texans.

10/22/2021 9:45 PM https://es.pn/3m5gOHa

Former Texans, J.J. Watt and DeAndre Hopkins, right at home in Arizona

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Watt and Hopkins are a big reason the Cardinals are 6-0. They will host their former team, the Houston Texans, at State Farm Stadium on Sunday.

10/22/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/3E3gC1g

JJ Watt doesn't mince words about decision to leave Texans

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

JJ Watt has a blunt response to questions regarding his decision to leave Houston for Arizona.

10/22/2021 5:45 AM https://es.pn/3pr3eQv

Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Watt says he won't be facing same Texans 'I remember' on Sunday

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

J.J. Watt said Thursday that when he and the Cardinals face the Texans on Sunday, it won't be against a team he remembers because of the heavy roster turnover in Houston.

10/21/2021 7:45 PM https://es.pn/3G5So8B

Arizona Cardinals' J.J. Watt says he's won't be facing same Texans 'I remember' on Sunday

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

J.J. Watt said Thursday that when he and the Cardinals face the Texans on Sunday it won't be against a team he remembers because of the heavy roster turnover in Houston.

10/21/2021 7:00 PM https://es.pn/3G5So8B

Cardinals try to move to 7-0 against struggling Texans

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

HOUSTON (1-5) at ARIZONA (6-0)

10/21/2021 4:00 PM https://es.pn/3vFlVRx

16 surprising stats and trends for NFC teams through Week 6: Aaron Rodgers, Tom Brady feel the pressure

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

How are teams stacking up six weeks into the season? Football Outsiders outlines surprising stats and trends we are seeing for all 16 NFC teams.

10/21/2021 2:45 PM https://es.pn/3AWPcbq

NFL trade deadline proposals: Imagining 10 offers for players, including Xavien Howard, Jabrill Peppers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Titans need to upgrade at cornerback, while the Dolphins could look to move players after a disappointing start. These trades help both sides.

10/21/2021 9:00 AM https://es.pn/3Gb6xRY

Predicting NFL Week 7 upset picks, fantasy football sleepers and flops, plus buzz and notes around the league

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Who is the top non-QB MVP candidate right now? Will Jalen Hurts be the Eagles' starter in 2022? Can the Bengals upset the Ravens in Week 7? Our insiders weigh in.

10/20/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/30IJyNM

How the Arizona Cardinals managed a COVID-19 outbreak and won without Kliff Kingsbury

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Without Kingsbury, Cardinals defensive coordinator Vance Joseph assumed head-coaching duties along with special teams coordinator Jeff Rodgers.

10/20/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3E0JHdR

Zach Ertz writes farewell letter to Philadelphia: 'I came here as a kid and leave here a man forever committed to this city'

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Tight end Zach Ertz wrote a farewell letter to the city of Philadelphia on Tuesday after he was traded last week by the Eagles to the Arizona Cardinals.

10/19/2021 4:00 PM https://es.pn/3BWbg7v

Rating the NFL's most improved teams: Reasons behind the rise of the Cowboys, Cardinals, Chargers and Bengals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The 6-0 Cardinals have seen surprising improvement from their secondary, while the 5-1 Cowboys have been bailed out by their ascending defense.

10/19/2021 1:00 PM https://es.pn/2Z3a8Rk

Early NFL free-agency grades: Rating the impact of high-priced signings in 2021

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

How have the offseason's biggest free-agent acquisitions looked through six weeks? We ask execs and coaches from around the league -- and handed out grades to 10 such players.

10/19/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3lUArBO

NFL Power Rankings Week 7: 1-32 poll, plus tracking each team's confidence rating

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Aaron Rodgers and the Packers are feeling good after five wins in a row, while confidence is dropping in Brian Flores and the Dolphins and DK Metcalf and the Seahawks.

10/19/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/3aRNsWo

Why the Cardinals top Marcus Spears' power rankings

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Marcus Spears explains why Kyler Murray and the Cardinals are his favorite team in the NFC.

10/18/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3AND1h6

How Arizona Cardinals star J.J. Watt became an F1 superfan

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

J.J. Watt knew next to nothing about Formula One at the start of 2021. Now he's obsessed. Here's how one of the NFL's most dominant players got hooked on motor racing.

10/18/2021 7:45 PM https://es.pn/3DQE3KZ

From Chase Young's Sean Taylor tribute to CeeDee Lamb's walk-off wave: What you might have missed in NFL Week 6

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

What do Aaron Rodgers, CeeDee Lamb, Kyler Murray, Jamal Adams and a bungee-jumping mascot have in common? They all made statements in Week 6. Here's what you might have missed during an action-packed NFL Sunday.

10/18/2021 1:45 PM https://es.pn/3lT38iA

Judging Week 6 NFL overreactions: Are the Chiefs fixed? Is the NFC East race over? Is Tua Tagovailoa Miami's answer?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kansas City looked dominant in the second half on Sunday, while Dallas now has complete control of its division.

10/18/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/2XnreIB

Without coach Kliff Kingsbury, unbeaten Arizona Cardinals don't miss a beat to down Cleveland Browns

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

With head coach Kliff Kingsbury back home in Arizona after a positive COVID-19 test, the Cardinals kept their offense on track in a dominating 37-14 win over the Cleveland Browns on the road on Sunday to improve to 6-0.

10/18/2021 2:45 AM https://es.pn/3lMcTyS

NFL Week 6 fantasy football questions and answers: Reporters give advice on Khalil Herbert, Jonathan Taylor, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

What should fantasy managers do with Myles Gaskin? What about A.J. Brown? Is AJ Dillon going to see more touches? Our reporters fill you in before Sunday's games.

10/16/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3DQI6XZ

Kliff Kingsbury tests positive for COVID-19, to miss Arizona Cardinals' game against Cleveland Browns

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss Sunday's road game against the Cleveland Browns, the team announced.

10/16/2021 12:45 AM https://es.pn/2Xn4HvG

Could Cardinals-Browns be a Super Bowl preview?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Josh Weinfuss analyzes the major storylines of the Cardinals' matchup with the Browns.

10/15/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3p4yDrF

Can the Cardinals stay perfect against the Browns?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Marcus Spears predicts the Cardinals will go into Cleveland and stay undefeated with a win over the Browns.

10/15/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/3mZKqFe

Philadelphia Eagles trade TE Zach Ertz to Arizona Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The undefeated Cardinals (5-0) filled a void at tight end, acquiring three-time Pro Bowler Zach Ertz from the Eagles in exchange for CB Tay Gowan and a 2022 fifth-round draft pick.

10/15/2021 4:00 PM https://es.pn/3j4Q9IO

Philadelphia Eagles trade Zach Ertz to Arizona Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The undefeated Cardinals (5-0) filled a void at tight end, acquiring three-time Pro Bowler Zach Ertz from the Eagles in exchange for CB Tay Gowan and a 2022 fifth-round draft pick.

10/15/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/3j4Q9IO

Stephen A. loves the Cardinals' trade for Zach Ertz

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Stephen A. Smith reacts to the Eagles trading Zach Ertz to the Cardinals.

10/15/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/3lK7lFa

Cardinals' Murray, Browns' Mayfield renew friendly rivalry

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— They were once college teammates, two ultra-competitive, trash-talking alpha males pushing each other each day on the practice field, in meeting rooms and while playing video games to be better.

10/14/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3AGI0jI

Arizona Cardinals receive three positive COVID-19 tests this week, source says

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals have had three positive COVID-19 tests this week, a source told ESPN NFL Insider Dan Graziano, putting the team one positive test away from going into intensive protocols.

10/14/2021 6:45 PM https://es.pn/3p3age3

Murray, 5-0 Cardinals visit Browns, good friend Mayfield

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ARIZONA (5-0) at CLEVELAND (3-2)

10/14/2021 6:00 PM https://es.pn/3AGI0jI

Arizona Cardinals lose TE Maxx Williams for season; center Rodney Hudson out for Sunday's game

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals tight end Maxx Williams, who injured his knee Sunday, is out for the season, according to Kliff Kingsbury. The coach also said center Rodney Hudson won't play against the Browns, and he doesn't expect linebacker Chandler Jones to play, either.

10/13/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/2YOGTAU

Patriots, Steelers and more NFL teams join red flag emoji trend

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

From the Los Angeles Rams coming to the defense of Matthew Stafford's favorite target to the Houston Texans taking a firm stance on their namesake's quality of BBQ, NFL teams came through with light-hearted takes on a new social media trend.

10/13/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3DFr3I2

Predicting NFL Week 6 upset picks, fantasy football sleepers and flops, plus buzz and notes around the league

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Can the Seahawks keep afloat until Russell Wilson comes back? Will Urban Meyer be the Jags' coach all season? Our insiders weigh in for Week 6.

10/13/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3BFq2iy

NFL MVP watch 2021: Ranking the top candidates, eight quarterbacks in contention and who is rising

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Who is leading the NFL's MVP race through five weeks? We rank the top candidates, look at who is climbing -- and falling -- on the board and more.

10/13/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3aBvZkV

NFL backup quarterback rankings: Tiering the best, worst and untested No. 2 signal-callers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Backup QBs have started 37 games through five weeks, and a few more will likely get the call in Week 6. Who are the league's most reliable and most questionable second-stringers?

10/13/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3DBuorD

Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury finally has the players to run his offense

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona's scheme isn't much different from a year ago, but complementary players such as A.J. Green and Rondale Moore have made it more balanced.

10/13/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/3j05Hxd

Source: Arizona Cardinals star LB Chandler Jones tests positive for COVID-19

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals star pass-rusher Chandler Jones was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday.

10/12/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3AySdyj

Source: Arizona Cardinals star LB Chandler Jones placed on COVID-19 list

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals star pass rusher Chandler Jones was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, a source told ESPN.

10/12/2021 11:00 PM https://es.pn/3AySdyj

NFL trade deadline: Early buzz, who might be on the move and the latest on Chandler Jones, Marlon Mack, Marcus Maye, others

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The NFL trade deadline is Nov. 2 this season, and talks are already heating up around some prominent players. Who might be on the move -- and where could they go?

10/12/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3mPADl7

NFL Power Rankings Week 6 - 1-32 poll, plus each team's most improved player

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cameron Heyward is playing better than ever in Pittsburgh, Cordarrelle Patterson is hitting new heights in Atlanta and Taylor Heinicke has stepped up in Washington.

10/12/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/3DCQbiR

Defense has been the difference for unbeaten Arizona Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals stopped the 49ers on four of their five fourth-down tries, including a vicious and violent goal-line stop of quarterback Trey Lance.

10/11/2021 4:00 AM https://es.pn/303nPj5

Cardinals use Hopkins, stellar defense to beat 49ers 17-10

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— The Arizona Cardinals improved to 5-0 for the first time since 1974, riding a stellar defensive performance to a 17-10 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.

10/11/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3aseP9o

Kyler Murray reps Bruce Lee with custom thigh pads as Arizona Cardinals advance to 5-0

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

As you think, so shall you become. With the help of custom Bruce Lee-inspired thigh pads, Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals have become the only unbeaten team in the NFL.

10/11/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3Aowvgw

Lance takes huge hit at goal line on fourth down

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Trey Lance is stopped short right at the goal line as he takes a huge hit.

10/10/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3DnLjxM

Rondale Moore makes sensational toe-tapping catch

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray chucks it deep and Rondale Moore somehow keeps his feet in bounds for the amazing catch.

10/10/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3lvBIPe

Deebo weaves through defense for rushing TD

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Deebo Samuel takes the pitch and follows his blockers en route to a 13-yard rushing touchdown.

10/10/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3Avh5Hs

Hopkins mosses Norman for impressive TD

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray throws it up to DeAndre Hopkins who wrestles it away from Josh Norman for the 9-yard touchdown.

10/10/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3lrKnCh

Arizona Cardinals TE Maxx Williams carted off after hit to knee

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals TE Maxx Williams was carted off during Sunday's game against the 49ers after taking a hit to his right knee.

10/10/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/2YyhPhC

NFL Week 5 fantasy football questions and answers: 32 reporters give advice on Odell Beckham Jr., CeeDee Lamb, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Can Odell Beckham Jr. be more consistent? Should fantasy managers be worried about CeeDee Lamb? Our reporters fill you in before Sunday's games.

10/9/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/2YD5dWI

Can Kyler Murray keep Arizona undefeated?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Ryan Clark expects Kyler Murray and the Cardinals to improve to 5-0 on the season after their matchup vs. the 49ers.

10/8/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3AniM9B

Cardinals try to improve to 5-0 against skidding 49ers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

SAN FRANCISCO (2-2) at ARIZONA (4-0)

10/7/2021 5:45 PM https://es.pn/2YsTB8i

Arizona Cardinals' Kyler Murray skews more pass, less run on way to 4-0

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona is putting fewer designed runs for Murray into the game plan every week and it's leading to success.

10/7/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/3iFe6Gp

Ranking NFL MVP candidates through Week 4: 16 players who could win, including Kyler Murray, Patrick Mahomes and Justin Herbert

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

If we decided the NFL's Most Valuable Player after four games, these are the players who would be in the discussion.

10/5/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3a5JSr5

NFL Power Rankings Week 5: 1-32 poll, plus the biggest surprise for every team

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Trevon Diggs is picking off everything in sight, Lamar Jackson's passing is continuing to improve and Cooper Kupp has turned into an elite wideout.

10/5/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/3uFRytR

Is Trey Lance ready to start for the 49ers?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Chris Mortensen reports on the timetable for Jimmy Garoppolo's injury and the likelihood of Trey Lance starting vs. Arizona.

10/5/2021 1:45 AM https://es.pn/2ZYGRqX

Can A.J. Green continue to produce for the Cards?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Matthew Berry isn't confident A.J. Green's recent fantasy success in Arizona is sustainable.

10/4/2021 8:00 PM https://es.pn/3ixxGnQ

Arizona Cardinals QB Kyler Murray overtakes Patrick Mahomes as betting favorite for NFL MVP

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has overtaken Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes as the consensus favorite to win NFL MVP at U.S. sportsbooks.

10/4/2021 7:45 PM https://es.pn/3mlNpHz

NFL quarterback awards: Execs weigh in on 12 QBs' starts to the season, including most improved, most confusing, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Who is the most improved NFL quarterback this season? Most deserving of a big, new contract? Hottest -- and most confusing -- start? People around the league weigh in.

10/4/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/2YeaML1

Kliff Lasso? Similarities abound between Arizona Cardinals' Kliff Kingsbury and Ted Lasso

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

You know that old adage about not judging a book by its cover? Yeah, well that one applies here. On Sunday, Kliff Kingsbury -- coach of the 4-0 Arizona Cardinals -- likened himself to fictional soccer coach Ted Lasso and it kinda, sorta made sense.

10/4/2021 3:45 AM https://es.pn/3A1VeXX

NFL Week 4 fantasy football questions and answers: 32 reporters give advice on Chris Carson, Blake Jarwin and more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Will Chris Carson be involved in the passing game? Who is WR2 for the Cardinals? Our reporters fill you in before Sunday's games.

10/2/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/2WwUyMk

Rams host Cards in high-profile clash of NFC West unbeatens

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ARIZONA (3-0) at LOS ANGELES RAMS (3-0)

9/30/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/2ZMpkCg

Why having Trey Lance helps the 49ers prepare for Seahawks

ARI QB Kyler Murray

The 49ers ranked 31st against rushing QBs in 2020, but Lance has the skill set to help them prepare for Russell Wilson and Kyler Murray.

9/30/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/3AYPCih

Imagining the NFL's Shohei Ohtani: The best potential two-way players for all 32 teams, including Chase Young, Myles Garrett, Jalen Ramsey playing offense

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Taysom Hill has already done it. Could Chase Young play tight end? What about Justin Jefferson taking snaps at safety? We have candidates on each roster.

9/29/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/2WlAkVL

Week 4 NFL Power Rankings 2021: 1-32 poll, plus how every team rates at quarterback thus far

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Jameis Winston has kept it simple in New Orleans, Patrick Mahomes is still great in K.C. and Joe Burrow is easing back into the flow in Cincy.

9/28/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/39LuTCw

'Twilight zone': Cardinals' Kliff Kingsbury cries foul after ref's errant flag hits punted football in air

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury had never seen an official's flag hit a punt in midair until Sunday in Jacksonville. Had the play turned out differently, however, Kingsbury would've wanted that official to be immediately reprimanded.

9/27/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/2WfU8K8

Arizona Cardinals -- now 3-0 -- 'would have lost that game' in years past

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona is 5-12-1 with Kyler Murray as its quarterback when trailing by at least nine points, and two of those wins have come in the past two weeks.

9/27/2021 2:00 AM https://es.pn/3kIW9YX

Jacksonville Jaguars' Jamal Agnew scores TD on 109-yard kick-six after Arizona Cardinals' Matt Prater misses 68-yard FG attempt

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona's Matt Prater attempted what would have been an NFL-record 68-yard field goal at the end of the half at Jacksonville, and it ended up leading to an NFL-record-tying 109-yard touchdown for the Jaguars' Jamal Agnew.

9/26/2021 7:45 PM https://es.pn/3i7mduM

Can the Jags get some positive momentum vs. Cardinals?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Ryan Clark explains why the Jaguars will continue to struggle as they go up against a surging Cardinals team.

9/24/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3AGeyLr

Former college coaches Kingsbury, Meyer meet for 1st time

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ARIZONA (2-0) at JACKSONVILLE (0-2)

9/23/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/2XLgfJp

DeMarcus Ware, Robert Mathis among 10 first-year nominees for Pro Football Hall of Fame

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Defensive standouts DeMarcus Ware and Robert Mathis, and receivers Andre Johnson, Steve Smith and Anquan Boldin are among 10 first-year eligible players nominated for the 2022 Class of the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

9/22/2021 6:00 PM https://es.pn/3u2LQlc

NFL quarterback rankings 2021: How all 32 teams' QBs stack up and weekly big takeaways

ARI QB Kyler Murray

Here are Mike Tannenbaum's NFL QB ratings and what he saw on the field under center this week, including the continued hot starts of Teddy Bridgewater, Derek Carr and Kyler Murray.

9/22/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3ltZ06W

'I'm not a sulker': The best quotes overheard in Week 2 of the NFL season

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Say what? While one quarterback was focused on securing a beer endorsement, another was more concerned with taking shots downfield. Here is what was said in Week 2.

9/22/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/3nXquoo

Keyshawn baffles Stephen A. by choosing Carr over Wilson and Murray

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Keyshawn Johnson explains to Stephen A. Smith why he'd prefer to play with Derek Carr over Russell Wilson or Kyler Murray.

9/21/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/3EEAicL

Week 3 NFL Power Rankings 2021: 1-32 poll, plus every team's most pleasant surprise fantasy player

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Deebo Samuel is among the top point-getters at receiver, Sam Darnold looks improved and Devin Singletary has stepped it up a notch.

9/21/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/2XzvYdU

'Frustrated' Cardinals QB Kyler Murray has higher expectations than 2-0

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Murray continues to be annoyed by "ugly" penalties, interceptions and sacks he believes are holding the Cardinals back.

9/21/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/3tXPNYm

Cards win 34-33 thriller after Vikings miss last-second FG

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Kyler Murray threw for 400 yards and three touchdowns, and the Arizona Cardinals topped the Minnesota Vikings 34-33 on Sunday after Greg Joseph missed a 37-yard field goal wide right in the final seconds.

9/20/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3Ct5p9C

Kyler Murray racks up 4 TDs in win vs. Vikings

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray throws three touchdowns and runs for one more in the Cardinals' 34-33 win vs. the Vikings.

9/20/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3tTj1HW

Kyler Murray goes deep to Rondale Moore for 77-yard TD

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray scrambles to avoid a sack and connects with Rondale Moore way down field for a 77-yard touchdown vs. Minnesota.

9/19/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3AkShT8

Can Cardinals build on hot Week 1 start?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Marcus Spears details why he believes the Cardinals defense will have an exceptional performance in Week 2 against the Vikings.

9/17/2021 10:00 PM https://es.pn/2XltuzL

Cards set high bar in Week 1, hope to match it vs Vikings

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— The Arizona Cardinals are feeling good about themselves after a stellar Week 1 performance, and rightfully so.

9/16/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3hDR95Y

Cards work to prove stellar Week 1 was no fluke vs. Vikings

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

MINNESOTA (0-1) at ARIZONA (1-0)

9/16/2021 6:45 PM https://es.pn/3hDR95Y

Arizona Cardinals' Chandler Jones, coming off five-sack game, not thinking about potential new contract

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona's Chandler Jones, who is in the final year of his contract and wants a new deal, had five sacks in Week 1 and leads all NFL players in the category since 2012. "I'm just playing football," he said. "I just let [negotiating] take care of itself."

9/15/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/3CdqNiU

Predicting NFL Week 2 upset picks, fantasy football sleepers and flops, plus what we're hearing around the league

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Which teams should be most worried? What opening-week surprises are for real? And which teams are ready for an upset win in Week 2? Our insiders weigh in.

9/15/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/2YTJMAB

Las Vegas Raiders' upset caps record week for NFL underdogs

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Twelve underdogs covered the spread, the most in Week 1 in the Super Bowl era. The nine underdogs that pulled outright upsets in Week 1 was the most in any week in the past four seasons.

9/14/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/3nCi5a1

Week 2 NFL Power Rankings 2021: 1-32 poll, plus which rookies made the best first impression

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

DeVonta Smith found the end zone, Mac Jones showed poise for the Pats while Joe Tryon-Shoyinka made his mark on the veteran Super Bowl champs.

9/14/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/3k9offC

Which team rose the most in Mina Kimes' NFL power rankings?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Mina Kimes is high on the Arizona Cardinals after their dominant performance in Tennessee.

9/13/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3huFUN0

Michael Irvin has high praise for Kyler Murray

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Michael Irvin says Kyler Murray will be the reason the Cardinals could be the surprise team in the NFC West.

9/13/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/3k9pyLz

Judging Week 1 NFL overreactions: Is this the real Jameis Winston? Should the Jets have kept Sam Darnold?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Saints' new starting quarterback had a five-touchdown debut. The Panthers' new QB beat his former team. Let's overreact to Week 1.

9/13/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/3hno8Ll

Arizona Cardinals' Chandler Jones dominates Tennessee Titans with career-high 5 sacks

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals' Chandler Jones set a career high and tied the franchise record with five sacks Sunday in Arizona's lopsided victory over the Titans.

9/12/2021 11:45 PM https://es.pn/3Abxxx6

Chandler Jones strip-sacks Ryan Tannehill twice in Cardinals' win

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Chandler Jones lived in the Titans' backfield Sunday, sacking Ryan Tannehill twice while forcing two fumbles.

9/12/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/3nsrHnl

NFL Week 1 takeaways: What we learned, big reaction questions and stat leaders for every game

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona lit it up on offense, Sam Darnold rolled against his old Jets team and the Bills looked ... off. Here's what to know and what it means going forward for every Week 1 game.

9/12/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/3k4snx8

Will A.J. Brown and Julio Jones lead the Titans to an opening win?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Mina Kimes expects an electric start for the Titans in their opening game vs. the Cardinals.

9/10/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3twNefH

Arizona Cardinals LB Dennis Gardeck out vs. Tennessee Titans due to hand injury

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals linebacker Dennis Gardeck will miss the team's regular-season opener against the Tennessee Titans with a hand injury, coach Kliff Kingsbury said on Friday.

9/10/2021 7:00 PM https://es.pn/38ViE6b

Cardinals, Titans open season each with several new players

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ARIZONA (8-8) at TENNESSEE (11-5)

9/9/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/3l7chCu

Arizona Cardinals' Kliff Kingsbury not sweating playoff pressure: After getting fired by alma mater, 'not too much really fazes you'

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kliff Kingsbury isn't bothered by the pressure to make the playoffs in his third season as Cardinals coach. He said Wednesday that after getting fired from his alma mater, Texas Tech, in 2018, "not too much really fazes you."

9/8/2021 8:45 PM https://es.pn/3zZwqAG

Super Bowl 56: The case for all 32 NFL teams to win a title in 2022, from the Texans to the Chiefs and Bucs

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Think your favorite team has no shot at a title this season? Think again. Let's count them down, from the worst squad to the best.

9/8/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/3zTwceh

NFL execs pick award winners for 2021: Predicting MVP, top rookies, Player of the Year honors, comeback stars, breakouts, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Who will win MVP? Who will be the NFL's top rookies? Who is primed for a big breakout? We asked execs, scouts and coaches around the league for their picks.

9/7/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/2WUreiI

NFL 2021 team previews: Bold predictions, breakout candidates, biggest questions

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Breakout stars, bold picks and more: Here's everything you need to know for the 2021 season.

9/6/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/2YBX98F

Former NFL player Keith McCants, 53, found dead in Florida home after suspected overdose

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Former NFL player Keith McCants was found dead Thursday at his home in Florida after a suspected drug overdose, investigators said. He was 53.

9/2/2021 8:45 PM

Ceilings and floors for all 32 NFL teams in 2021, and how they can hit the high -- and low -- records

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

We used FPI simulations to find best-case and worst-case scenarios for every team this season, and NFL Nation weighed in on the biggest variables in the win totals.

9/2/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3zF376a

How the Arizona Cardinals' investment in first-round linebackers raises expectations

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona selected Isaiah Simmons and Zaven Collins in back-to-back first rounds and they've begun to jell on and off the field.

9/2/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/2WPPV07

Arizona Cardinals place CB Malcolm Butler on retired list

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Veteran cornerback Malcolm Butler was placed on the reserve/retired list by the Cardinals on Tuesday after a report surfaced that he was dealing with a personal situation.

8/31/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3mLGU2N

NFL Rank: Predicting the top 100 players for the 2021 season and why they'll be among the league's best

ARI QB Kyler Murray

We ranked the top 100 players in the NFL based on expectations for the 2021 season. Here's the complete annual list, beginning again with one of the league's top QBs.

8/30/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/2WwYD2M

NFL underrated, overrated players: Whom the numbers -- and tape -- like more than perception

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

We picked out NFL players who the numbers say are better or worse than their reputations suggest and looked to the game tape to see if it supported the metrics.

8/28/2021 12:45 PM https://es.pn/2XU1YJR

NFL underrated, overrated players: Who the numbers -- and tape -- like more than perception

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

We picked out NFL players who the numbers say are better or worse than their reputations suggest and looked to the game tape to see if it supported the metrics.

8/28/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/2XU1YJR

New Orleans Saints cancel preseason game vs. Arizona Cardinals as Hurricane Ida looms

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The New Orleans Saints have canceled Saturday's preseason finale against the Arizona Cardinals due to the looming impact of Hurricane Ida.

8/27/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/2WxdElj

New Orleans Saints move up preseason finale vs. Arizona Cardinals due to hurricane threat

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Saturday's Cardinals-Saints game will now kick off at 1 p.m. ET as Tropical Storm Ida threatens to strengthen into a hurricane and slam into Louisiana.

8/27/2021 3:45 PM https://es.pn/3gDtB0a

NFL Power Rankings 2021: Preseason 1-32 poll, plus players, coaches, general managers on hot seat

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kliff Kingsbury needs a playoff berth. Odell Beckham Jr. needs a healthy season. Aaron Rodgers needs a little respect.

8/24/2021 11:00 AM https://es.pn/2XQWZtz

Star J.J. Watt 'just so excited' to make long-awaited training camp debut with Arizona Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

"Excited to be playing with the guys" again, star defensive lineman J.J. Watt took the field for his first training camp practice with the Arizona Cardinals on Monday.

8/24/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3jdiQUm

Who are Megatron's favorite receivers to watch?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Calvin Johnson joins Jalen & Jacoby to give his favorite receivers to watch in the NFL today.

8/23/2021 8:00 PM https://es.pn/3sNP2AH

NFL Quarterback Council 2021: Ranking the top 10 QBs in arm strength, accuracy, decision-making, rushing ability, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

We stacked the best NFL quarterbacks in different areas of the game, from arm strength to field vision to rushing ability. Who led the way, who surprised and who was snubbed?

8/23/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/2Wgk2NX

NFL preseason Week 2 updates and schedule: 49ers rookie Trey Lance proves resilient with 2 TDs after slow start

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

It's uncertain if Lance is putting any pressure on Jimmy Garoppolo, but Lance is proving he can overcome adversity. The Chargers' backup QBs, meanwhile, keep battling.

8/23/2021 3:45 AM https://es.pn/3AXTVKk

NFL preseason Week 2 updates and schedule: Devontae Booker firms up role as Saquon Barkley's backup

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Although Barkley's trending in the right direction for Week 1, the Giants need Booker to provide quality depth. Meanwhile, KhaDarel Hodge hopes his TD makes impression with Browns.

8/22/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3AXTVKk

NFL preseason Week 2 updates and schedule: Ben Roethlisberger thrives in preseason debut, Mitch Trubisky leads Bills over Bears in his return to Soldier Field

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Mitchell Trubisky led the Bills to four straight touchdown drives and torched his former team, Ben Roethlisberger turned in a perfect passer rating of 158.3 in his preseason debut during Saturday's preseason action.

8/22/2021 6:45 AM https://es.pn/3AXTVKk

NFL preseason Week 2 updates and schedule: Mitchell Trubisky leads Bills over Bears in his return to Soldier Field

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Mitchell Trubisky led the Bills to four straight touchdown drives and torched his former team during Saturday's preseason action.

8/21/2021 10:45 PM https://es.pn/3AXTVKk

NFL preseason Week 2 updates and schedule: Mitch Trubisky leads Bills over Bears in his return to Soldier Field

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Mitchell Trubisky led the Bills to four straight touchdown drives and torched his former team during Suturday's preseason action.

8/21/2021 10:00 PM https://es.pn/3AXTVKk

Henne, Buechele throw TD passes, Chiefs beat Cardinals 17-10

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Chad Henne and rookie Shane Buechele threw touchdown passes to help the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Arizona Cardinals 17-10 in a preseason game Friday night.

8/21/2021 3:45 AM https://es.pn/3miG65d

NFL preseason Week 2 updates and schedule: Patrick Mahomes picked off, 10 more games Saturday

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Mahomes and Kyler Murray play entire first quarter without much to show for it during Friday's preseason action.

8/21/2021 3:45 AM https://es.pn/3B00bBj

Mahomes throws pick in end zone

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Patrick Mahomes scrambles and throws an interception in the end zone vs. the Cardinals.

8/21/2021 1:45 AM https://es.pn/3ybAfkA

Murray has no time to react, gets sacked late in first quarter

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Kyler Murray is shaken up for a second after being sacked late in the first quarter.

8/21/2021 1:00 AM https://es.pn/3k9cRix

What are the best and worst divisions in the NFL?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Tim Hasselbeck identifies which divisions are the toughest and easiest.

8/20/2021 9:00 PM https://es.pn/3j2sfh9

Kyler Murray on Cardinals' mentality, new signings

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray shares his team's aspirations this season and explains how the new signings will be incorporated.

8/20/2021 1:45 PM https://es.pn/3miWUZD

Ranking every NFL team's position group from 1-32 for the 2021 season: Top QB, WR, CB units and more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Which teams have the best -- and worst -- running back units? The top cornerback room? We rank all 32 teams in 10 different position groups, plus we offer an overall roster outlook.

8/20/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3mkzq6y

NFL preseason Week 2 updates and schedule: Cam Newton makes claim as Patriots' QB1, two more games on Friday

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cam Newton got Week 2 of the preseason started with an efficient performance, showing Patriots fans he's not ready to cede the QB job just yet.

8/20/2021 3:00 AM https://es.pn/3kcjtfU

99 to 9: Why NFL stars Jaylon Smith, Jalen Ramsey and others paid thousands to switch to single-digit numbers

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Many NFL stars have switched to numbers that are nontraditional for their positions, with some paying a "pretty penny" for the privilege. ESPN's NFL Nation was intrigued not only by the number changes, but the reasons behind them. Here is what we found.

8/19/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3mhEjNx

NFL preseason Week 2 schedule: Patriots, Eagles get things started in battle of former Alabama quarterbacks

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Another week of preseason should mean more action for starters, so follow along to see the latest as NFL teams prepare for the 2021 season.

8/19/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3kaHfZE

'Kyler Murray should have fun' with Cardinals receivers DeAndre Hopkins, A.J. Green

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Neither Hopkins nor Green has played alongside a receiver like the other. If they can stay healthy, it could be a "big issue" for opposing defenses.

8/18/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/3yXlBOJ

Prater's 47-yard FG wins game for Cardinals as time expires

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Matt Prater's 47-yard field goal sends the Cardinals fans home happy with a 19-16 win.

8/14/2021 6:00 AM https://es.pn/3CWwDqf

Eno Benjamin hustles in six yards to the end zone

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona's Eno Benjamin takes it six yards to the house for the Cardinals' first touchdown of the 2021 preseason.

8/14/2021 5:45 AM https://es.pn/3g2pBX7

Prater's 47-yard FG lifts Cardinals over Cowboys 19-16

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

— Matt Prater kicked two field goals in the final two minutes, including a 47-yard game winner with no time remaining, to lift the Arizona Cardinals over the Dallas Cowboys 19-16 on Friday night in a preseason game.

8/14/2021 5:45 AM https://es.pn/3siHOnT

Arizona Cardinals' Chase Edmonds and James Conner are RB1 and RB1A

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

While they will share the backfield this season, each will bring a unique skillset and body type to the Cardinals' offense.

8/10/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/3lPa7cz

Arizona Cardinals become 1st NFL team to announce plans for retail sportsbook at stadium

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Sportsbook operator BetMGM announced a partnership with the Cardinals and Gila River Hotels & Casinos that includes the addition of a retail sportsbook at State Farm Stadium.

8/9/2021 1:00 PM https://es.pn/3ApFCxN

Pro Football Hall of Fame inductions: Sunday's highlights for the 2021 class

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

ESPN is at the HOF ceremonies, providing highlights from the seven newest Hall of Famers who will speak from the podium.

8/9/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3yxrjXr

Edgerrin James: 'My career started with gold teeth and ended with this gold jacket'

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Edgerrin James discusses having to deal with perception during his NFL career and culminating his career with induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

8/8/2021 12:45 AM https://es.pn/3CsILyD

Colt McCoy unknowingly pranks Kyler Murray on his birthday

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray receives birthday wishes in a video message from teammate Colt McCoy to the surprise of them both.

8/8/2021 12:00 AM https://es.pn/3jPdVbl

Arizona Cardinals QB Colt McCoy unknowingly pranks teammate Kyler Murray in birthday video

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Colt McCoy unknowingly sent teammate Kyler Murray a birthday message in a prank set up by quarterbacks coach Cam Turner.

8/7/2021 9:45 PM https://es.pn/3fHglaJ

Ranking all 32 NFL teams by their under-25 talent: Which teams have the most and least blue-chip players?

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

A team's young core is the fuel for success in 2021 and beyond. Here's how every team stacks up heading into this season.

8/6/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3AfroiV

'We folded -- point blank. Period.' Arizona Cardinals' 3-6 finish in 2020 'really frustrating'

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

The Cardinals struggled down the stretch and missed the playoffs last season. That's top of mind, even for those who weren't on the team.

8/6/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/3lyAq6N

Six preseason NFL trades that teams should make: Imagining deals for Nick Foles, Xavien Howard, more

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Nick Foles is running the third team in Chicago. Xavien Howard wants out of Miami. Let's project six logical deals.

8/5/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3yzn2Ti

2021 NFL offseason: Ranking most, least improved teams from 1-32, starting with Jaguars, Jets

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

We stacked how all 32 teams improved -- or didn't -- since the end of last season. Prepare for lots of surprises.

8/3/2021 11:45 AM https://es.pn/3A3bS9P

A more 'philosophical' Kyler Murray enters Year 3 with Arizona Cardinals

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Of Murray's growing leadership qualities, coach Kliff Kingsbury said, "the entire place feels it, the whole organization."

8/3/2021 10:45 AM https://es.pn/3jb0r9m

Arizona Cardinals' Jordan Hicks says he requested trade after learning he can't vie for starting job

ARI DEF Arizona Cardinals

Arizona Cardinals linebacker Jordan Hicks said he requested a trade this offseason after GM Steve Keim informed him he couldn't compete for the starting job this season.

8/1/2021 12:45 AM https://es.pn/3lf3TCn

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