Murray maturing fast as rolling Cardinals host winless Lions
Arizona's success isn't just because of Kyler Murray and new receiver DeAndre Hopkins. The rebuilt defense is giving up just 17.5 points per game, which ranks second in the NFL.
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Entertaining Cardinals winning games, strive to improve
The Cardinals rolled to a 30-15 victory over Washington on Sept. 20, building a 27-3 lead by early in the fourth quarter. The comfortable margin masked a few things that irritated Murray and coach Kliff Kingsbury, including 11 penalties, numerous negative-yardage plays and other missed opportunities.
Arizona Cardinals win first home game of season against Washington 30-15
Arizona Cardinals win their first home game of the season against Washington 30-15 on Sept. 20.
Rise Up, Red Sea: Fans cheer for AZ Cardinals, from a distance
There were no fans for the Cardinals home opener on Sept. 20, but outside the stadium, the Bird Gang made sure the team still felt their cheers.
Cardinals place safety Jalen Thompson on IR, sign Riley
Thompson will miss at least the next three games. The 22-year-old out of Washington State was a fifth-round pick in last year’s draft and immediately became an important part of the defense in 2019, starting nine games and finishing with 57 tackles.
49ers denounce racist message to Arizona’s Budda Baker
Baker tweeted a screenshot of the derogatory messages on Sept. 15 that came after his hit Sunday injured All-Pro tight end George Kittle. Kittle sprained his knee after a legal hit by Baker on a high pass in the first half. No penalty was called on the play and the Niners didn’t complain.
In hard-fought win, Cardinals show young core is learning
The Cardinals earned a hard-fought, road win over a veteran team, using clutch plays throughout the second half and stepping up in the biggest moments against a division rival. In other words, the exact kind of game Arizona would have lost last season.
Fans head back to the bars to cheer on the Arizona Cardinals, following COVID-19 guidance
Arizona Cardinals fans made their way back to the bars to watch the NFL team begin their new season but still follow COVID-19 guidelines.
Hopkins helps Cardinals rally past 49ers 24-20
The Arizona Cardinals beat the San Francisco 49ers 24-20 on Sept. 13, kicking off the start of the football season.
Cardinals, WR Hopkins agree to 2-year extension through 2024
The team announced the deal on Sept. 8 but didn’t disclose terms. The NFL Network reported that the extension is worth $54.5 million over two years. The receiver is guaranteed $42.75 million.
Arizona Cardinals won't have fans at first two home games
The Arizona Cardinals are not allowing fans to attend the first two home games of the 2020 season.
Muscular Murray, Cardinals ready to show big improvement
Kyler Murray looks different now that he’s entering his second NFL season, and it’s not just because he’s much more confident in his abilities or his role in the Cardinals’ offense.
Cardinals’ safety Baker agrees to 4-year, $59 million deal
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Budda Baker has agreed to terms on a $59 million, four-year contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals.
Cardinals get cornerback help, sign veteran Dre Kirkpatrick
The Cardinals announced on August 23 that Kirkpatrick has agreed to a one-year deal. The 30-year-old spent the first eight seasons of his career with the Cincinnati Bengals and was a starter during the last five. He’s played in 99 games, including 67 starts and has 10 career interceptions.
Smart moves: Arizona Cardinals’ RB Kenyan Drake digs into playbook
Kenyan Drake was a revelation for the Arizona Cardinals last season, providing a versatile, productive running back after his midseason trade from the Miami Dolphins in October.
Cardinals CB Alford likely out for season with injury
Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury confirmed on August 18 that Alford will miss four to six months. Kingsbury did not specify the injury, but the NFL Network reported that the cornerback tore a pectoral muscle during practice on Sunday.
Washington Football Team hires NFL’s first Black president
Washington Football Team announced a historic first on Monday when they revealed the NFL’s first Black president.
Cardinals add depth with safety Brice, receiver Patton
The 25-year-old Brice was recently released by the Chicago Bears. He played three seasons for the Green Bay Packers from 2016-18 and appeared in 36 games, including 14 starts, after coming into the league as an undrafted free agent from Louisiana Tech.
Mid-career move: Hopkins ready for new start in Arizona
The Cardinals pulled off a stunner during the offseason when they landed the 28-year-old receiver in a trade with the Houston Texans. Over the past weekend, he put on his Cardinals jersey for the first time and relished the feeling of newness that came with his mid-career move.