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.

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.

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.

Cardinals void season tickets for 2020 season amid coronavirus pandemic

In an email to season-ticket holders, the Cardinals said all previous season-ticket sales have been voided for the 2020 season. Season-ticket holders retain all renewal rights to their tickets for the 2021 season, however, refunds can be requested.

Cardinals push for playoffs with QB Murray, improved defense

In their first season with coach Kliff Kingsbury and quarterback Kyler Murray, the Cardinals were exciting on offense and showed promise for the future. Team’s defense was among the NFL’s worst and the big reason they had a losing record. Murray showed ample playmaking ability after being selected No. 1 overall from Oklahoma. A mid-season trade with the Dolphins brought RB Kenyan Drake, who played well during the last half of season. Though the defense struggled, linebacker Chandler Jones and safety Budda Baker made the Pro Bowl.

Cardinals sign offensive lineman Beachum to 1-year deal

The 31-year-old Beachum is an eight-year veteran who played the last three seasons with the New York Jets.