Cardinals dealing with offseason arrests, Brittney Griner sentenced: top sports stories
First, it was a contract dispute involving their star quarterback, and now, the Arizona Cardinals are dealing with a couple of arrests involving one of their top offensive weapons, and a member of their coaching staff, and a judge handed down a harsh sentence to Brittney Griner after the Phoenix Mercury star was convicted of drug smuggling in Russia – these are the top stories in the world of sports from August 1-7.
First, it was a contract dispute involving their star quarterback, and now, the Arizona Cardinals are dealing with a couple of arrests involving one of their top offensive weapons, and a member of their coaching staff, and a judge handed down a harsh sentence to Brittney Griner after the Phoenix Mercury star was convicted of drug smuggling in Russia – these are the top stories in the world of sports from August 1-7.
Kyler Murray back on field for Cardinals after bout with COVID-19
Kyler Murray was in full pads for Saturday’s scrimmage in front of fans at State Farm Stadium.
Kyler Murray was in full pads for Saturday’s scrimmage in front of fans at State Farm Stadium.
Cardinals RBs coach accused of domestic battery charges
Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury said running backs coach James Saxon has been placed on administrative leave.
Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury said running backs coach James Saxon has been placed on administrative leave.
Things to do in the Phoenix metro area this weekend: August 6-7
From football to beer to monster trucks, there's plenty of fun events to check out across the Valley this weekend.
From football to beer to monster trucks, there's plenty of fun events to check out across the Valley this weekend.
Cardinals sign OT D.J. Humphries to new contract through 2025
D.J. Humphries made his first Pro Bowl last season and has started 48 of 49 regular-season games over the past three seasons.
D.J. Humphries made his first Pro Bowl last season and has started 48 of 49 regular-season games over the past three seasons.
Cardinals WR Marquise Brown activated, will start slowly
Marquise "Hollywood" Brown is expected to have a big role in the Cardinals' offense, particularly early in the season when three-time All-Pro DeAndre Hopkins is out for the first six games after being suspended for violating the NFL’s policy on performance enhancers.
Marquise "Hollywood" Brown is expected to have a big role in the Cardinals' offense, particularly early in the season when three-time All-Pro DeAndre Hopkins is out for the first six games after being suspended for violating the NFL’s policy on performance enhancers.
Cardinals QB Kyler Murray tests positive for COVID-19
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said that Murray was experiencing “minor” symptoms. The coach added that Murray will miss a minimum of five days.
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said that Murray was experiencing “minor” symptoms. The coach added that Murray will miss a minimum of five days.
'Homework' clause removed from Kyler Murray's contract, D-backs trade David Peralta: top sports stories
The Arizona Cardinals removed a controversial addendum from Kyler Murray's new contract that required the quarterback to complete at least four hours of “independent study" and the Arizona Diamondbacks traded a fan favorite who spent nearly a decade with the team – these are the top stories in the world of sports from July 51-31.
The Arizona Cardinals removed a controversial addendum from Kyler Murray's new contract that required the quarterback to complete at least four hours of “independent study" and the Arizona Diamondbacks traded a fan favorite who spent nearly a decade with the team – these are the top stories in the world of sports from July 51-31.
Arizona Cardinals prepare for 6 games without suspended star DeAndre Hopkins
The Cardinals will play their first six games of the season without the three-time All-Pro receiver, who was suspended in May for violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing drugs.
The Cardinals will play their first six games of the season without the three-time All-Pro receiver, who was suspended in May for violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing drugs.
Cardinals RB Conner in prime, ready to carry rushing load
James Conner enters his sixth NFL season as the unquestioned leader on the Cardinals' running back depth chart.
James Conner enters his sixth NFL season as the unquestioned leader on the Cardinals' running back depth chart.
Cardinals remove Kyler Murray’s independent-study addendum
The Cardinals announced that they’ve removed an addendum to Kyler Murray’s $230.5 million, five-year contract that mandated at least four hours of “independent study” during game weeks.
The Cardinals announced that they’ve removed an addendum to Kyler Murray’s $230.5 million, five-year contract that mandated at least four hours of “independent study” during game weeks.
Cardinals QB Kyler Murray defends work ethic during impromptu news conference
"To think I can accomplish everything I’ve accomplished in my career and not be a student of the game, and not have that passion and not take this serious, it’s disrespectful and almost a joke," Murray said.
"To think I can accomplish everything I’ve accomplished in my career and not be a student of the game, and not have that passion and not take this serious, it’s disrespectful and almost a joke," Murray said.
Cardinals hopeful 'Hollywood' Brown isn’t out long with hamstring injury
The Cardinals put Marquise Brown on the active/non-football injury list on July 26, meaning the receiver counts toward the 90-man preseason roster but can’t practice or play until he’s removed from the list.
The Cardinals put Marquise Brown on the active/non-football injury list on July 26, meaning the receiver counts toward the 90-man preseason roster but can’t practice or play until he’s removed from the list.
Cardinals place WR Marquise Brown on injured list
The Cardinals acquired Brown and a third-round pick in a draft-day trade with the Baltimore Ravens back in April. The Ravens received the No. 23 overall pick in return.
The Cardinals acquired Brown and a third-round pick in a draft-day trade with the Baltimore Ravens back in April. The Ravens received the No. 23 overall pick in return.
Kyler Murray's new contract with Cardinals includes 'independent study' clause
The NFL Network reported that should Murray not be in compliance with the addendum, he risks losing credits if there are certain distractions during his study time, including watching television, playing video games, or surfing the internet.
The NFL Network reported that should Murray not be in compliance with the addendum, he risks losing credits if there are certain distractions during his study time, including watching television, playing video games, or surfing the internet.
Cardinals unveil black alternative helmets for 2022
The new helmet has a shiny, black gloss shell with red flecks and a black facemask, as well as iridescent chrome decals with a radiant screen of the team's Cardinal logo, and front and back bumpers with “Arizona” written in black.
The new helmet has a shiny, black gloss shell with red flecks and a black facemask, as well as iridescent chrome decals with a radiant screen of the team's Cardinal logo, and front and back bumpers with “Arizona” written in black.
Kyler Murray signs contract extension, Arizona senators demand Brittney Griner's release: top sports stories
The Arizona Cardinals and quarterback Kyler Murray agreed to a long-term contract extension following a passive-aggressive offseason contract squabble, and Arizona's two United States senators are calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner from a Russian jail – these are the top stories from the world of sports from July 18-24.
The Arizona Cardinals and quarterback Kyler Murray agreed to a long-term contract extension following a passive-aggressive offseason contract squabble, and Arizona's two United States senators are calling for the immediate release of Brittney Griner from a Russian jail – these are the top stories from the world of sports from July 18-24.
Murray embraces franchise QB label, ready to lead Cardinals
A low-key personality by nature, Murray is happy that a high-stress offseason contract squabble with the Arizona Cardinals is over.
A low-key personality by nature, Murray is happy that a high-stress offseason contract squabble with the Arizona Cardinals is over.
Arizona Cardinals, QB Kyler Murray agree to contract extension
Murray is now under contract with the Cardinals through the end of the 2028 season.
Murray is now under contract with the Cardinals through the end of the 2028 season.
JJ Watt offers to help fan pay for grandfather's funeral so she can keep her jersey, shoes
"Don't sell your shoes and jersey, we'll help with the funeral. I'm sorry for your loss." Cardinals defensive end JJ Watt tweeted.
"Don't sell your shoes and jersey, we'll help with the funeral. I'm sorry for your loss." Cardinals defensive end JJ Watt tweeted.