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Cardinals Offense Has Potential | NFL News

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The Cardinals are poised for a major offensive turnaround, led by breakout tight end Trey McBride and a revamped scheme, but their success hinges on the offensive line gelling fast. On defense, a strong run game and elite secondary—headlined by Budda Baker—could make them tough to beat, though the pass rush remains a glaring weakness without top-tier talent. With key pieces healthy and smart moves by GM Monti Ossenfort, this team could surprise everyone in a stacked division.

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On September 7th, alright, let's talk about the Cardinals. They're coming off a rough year, setting a franchise record for losses, but the seasons reset to 0000 for everyone. This year, ESPN actually ranked their offense sixth in the league, and a big reason is tight end-training bride. He led the team in targets, receptions, yards, and touchdowns last season, and with a new offense featuring multiple tight ends, his numbers could. Really jump. Get in a veteran quarterback in some solid backups, and this offense might surprise a lot of people. Now, the big question mark for this offense is the offensive line. General manager Monzi Austinfort made moves, bringing in guys like Isaac Simulow and Isaiah Adams, hoping to bring stability. Their success in the run game hinges on these two stepping up. The line has the potential to be good, but it needs to gel quickly. If they don't come together as a unit from the start, it could be a problem. From the defensive side, the run defense looks promising, getting Roy Lopez back as

a boost, and if Walter Nolan can stay healthy, he's a force. Andrew Billings has also been a pleasant surprise this preseason, looking quicker than last year. L.J. collier adds depth as a run stopper. So, up the middle, the defense seems to have some solid pieces. However, the past rush opposite Josh Sweat is a concern. The GM passed on some draft talent there, and now Darius Robinson and Zaven Collins are expected to produce. Collins had a modest stat line last year, and Robinson hasn't generated much since his rookie deal. It's tough, because the free agent market for past rushers is pretty bear right now, but the defensive backfield, that's where Austinfort shines. He clearly values corners and safeties. Buddha Baker is an absolute legend, and the team is keeping him happy. Then you've got guys like Will Johnson, Garrett Williams, Max Melton, and Denzel Burke. If they can stay healthy, this secondary could be elite, which is crucial in a division with strong receivers and quarterbacks. I'm Corey with the story, and you've been listening to NFL News today.

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