Arizona Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals selected Ole Miss DL Walter Nolen with the No. 16 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

There's a lot to like about Walter Nolen's game. He's big, physical and strong with impressive movement skills that should translate well to the NFL.

Against the run, Nolen has pop in his hands to stun offensive linemen at the point of attack and help gain a leverage advantage. He has a good base when taking on blocks, which makes it hard to move even with combo blocks or double teams.

Nolen's biggest flaw as a run defender is that he struggles to get off blocks, but he has shown a decent hump move to catch offensive linemen leaning and escape. He's just not great at shedding and appears to have shorter arms.

The Ole Miss product can be a very effective bull rusher who collapses the pocket when rushing the passer. He needs to keep his pads down more consistently, but when he does, interior offensive linemen have a hard time anchoring against him.

While Nolen has flashed a solid swim move, the second-best way he's able to put pressure on the quarterback is through line games and stunts. He's quick and aggressive as the penetrator, catching offensive linemen off guard and knocking them off balance, and his lateral movement skills allow him to be an effective looper.

Overall, Nolen has all the tools to be a starter within his first two years in the NFL and has Pro Bowl/All-Pro potential down the line. Schematically, he's fairly versatile as someone who could line up as a 3-technique in even fronts or play as a 4i-technique in odd fronts.

POSITIVES

— Solid size and impressive strength with decent athleticism for a defensive tackle.

— Strong and physical at the point of attack to help gain a leverage advantage against offensive linemen.

— Takes on blocks with a wide and sturdy base to help hold his ground against combo blocks and avoid getting washed inside as a run defender.

— When slanting, he has decent quickness, agility and change of direction to throw off offensive linemen's angles and get penetration.

— Agility and lateral movement skills also help him stay in his gap against reach blocks/outside zone runs.

— When he keeps his pads down, he's an effective bull rusher who can collapse the pocket against interior offensive linemen.

— Sets up his pass rush move well by selling the outside during the stem phase of the rush and using his quickness and change of direction to turn speed to power or test linemen's ability to redirect.

— Effective on line games as both the looper and penetrator.

NEGATIVES

— Has a habit of standing up out of his stance, occasionally hurting his pad level/leverage.

— As a pass-rusher and run defender, his hands can be a little late and wide, allowing offensive linemen to get to his chest.

— Needs to develop and use a counter move more often when his initial move doesn't work as a pass-rusher.

— Appears to have shorter arms, limiting his extension and making it harder to shed blocks.

NOTES

— Born Oct. 14, 2003

— 5-star recruit in the 2022 class, per 247Sports

— Transferred from Texas A&M ahead of the 2024 season

— No major injuries

GRADE: 8.1 (Year 1 Starter — Late 1st - Early 2nd)

OVERALL RANK: 14

POSITION RANK: DL2

PRO COMPARISON: Ed Oliver

Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

The Arizona Cardinals selected Oregon EDGE Jordan Burch with the No. 78 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Jordan Burch was originally a top high school recruit as a defensive tackle. He made the rare transition from the interior to the exterior of the defensive line.

Burch has shown tremendous growth as an edge defender at Oregon over the last two years, most notably as an athlete to give him more potential as a pass-rusher.

Burch has solid cross-chop and rip moves along with decent bend for his size to help win around the edge. However, he’s still more of an average athlete and lacks some quickness, which could impact his ability to win as a pass-rusher in the NFL. He’s also still flushing out how to use his size and strength to his advantage to consistently win with power.

Ultimately, the Oregon product will make his money as a run defender. He’s strong and physical at the point of attack to lock out and get extension against offensive tackles. Additionally, his improved agility makes him hard to reach, and he refuses to get blocked by tight ends. 

Some teams might view Burch’s age as an issue since he’ll be a 24-year-old rookie, but he has the versatility to line up as a 4i-technique in odd fronts or as a traditional defensive end in even fronts. That should help increase his list of potential suitors. 

Overall, Burch’s floor in the NFL is as a quality starter who can contribute against the run. He can develop into a solid every-down player if his athleticism continues to improve.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'4"

WEIGHT: 279

HAND: 9 1/2"

ARM: 33"

WINGSPAN: 79 3/8"

40-YARD DASH: 4.67

POSITIVES

— Great size for an NFL defensive end.

— Quick to shoot his hands as a run defender and has good strength at the point of attack to get extension against offensive tackles to help set the edge.

— Consistent at staying in his gap against base or reach blocks from offensive linemen.

— Physical and takes on pullers with good pad level to either spill runs outside or be an effective force player.

— Has solid cross-chop and dip move to win around the edge, paired with decent bend for his size.

— Good motor and recognition to get coverage sacks when the quarterback steps up in the pocket.

— Solid agility and acceleration to get pressure as the looper in line games.

— Gets his hands up to bat passes at the line of scrimmage when he doesn’t win as a pass-rusher.

NEGATIVES

— Subpar get-off, often late to react to the snap and doesn’t explode off the line of scrimmage, which impacts his ability to win with power as a pass-rusher.

— Slow run-pass transitions against play action; often gets stuck at the line of scrimmage.

— Lacks some twitch as a pass-rusher and is an average overall athlete, which could limit his ability to win consistently in the NFL.

— Occasionally gets caught with wide hand placement as a run defender, allowing offensive linemen to get into his chest.

— Not violent when shedding blocks and often gets stuck.

NOTES

— Born Oct. 10, 2001

— 5-star recruit in the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— Injuries: 2024 (knee, missed 3 games; ankle, missed 1 game)

— Played at South Carolina from 2020 to 2022 before transferring to Oregon

— 2023 Honorable Mention All-Pac-12

— 2024 Third-Team All-Big 10

GRADE: 7.3 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter — 3rd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 77

POSITION RANK: EDGE11

PRO COMPARISON: Adam Gotsis

Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

The Arizona Cardinals selected Ohio State CB Denzel Burke with the No. 174 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Burke is a well-rounded cornerback prospect with the ideal size and athleticism for the NFL. Standing at 6'1", 193 pounds, Burke has the length and physical traits that should make for an easy transition to the NFL. His scheme versatility and physicality in run support make him a potential impact player at the next level.

Burke excels as a versatile defender who can play both press and off coverage. His athleticism shines in his ability to explode out of breaks and carry receivers deep with his long speed. However, Burke can be overly aggressive when playing the ball in the air, often gambling on interceptions, which can pull him out of position. His high pad level can lead to inconsistent breaks, particularly in off coverage. Despite these issues, he can stay with receivers and challenge at the catch point, attack the ball in the air, and look to capitalize whenever he can.

Burke is an aggressive run defender who does not shy away from contact. He shows excellent physicality and is quick to come up, shed blocks, and fill run lanes. Burke's willingness to throw his body around and his strong tackling ability are standout traits. His hand usage in disengaging from blockers is another asset, making him a reliable defender in run support.

Denzel Burke projects as an early-round pick with the potential to develop into an impact player. His size, athleticism, and versatility make him a valuable piece for teams that utilize both man and zone coverage schemes. With further consistency in his coverage technique and better discipline when playing the ball, Burke has the tools to become a reliable starting cornerback in the NFL.

MEASUREMENT AND TESTING RESULTS

HEIGHT: 5'11"

WEIGHT: 186

HAND: 8¾”

ARM: 31⅜”

WINGSPAN: 77⅛”

40-YARD DASH: 4.48

POSITIVES

— Very good athlete with the desired length and size for the next level.

— He moves well for the position, showing explosion out of breaks and long speed to carry receivers.

— Shows very good scheme versatility, paired with the flexibility to play press and off coverage.

— Strong run defender who comes up quickly to defeat blocks and fill run lanes. Strong tackler who throws his body around, showing very good physicality and aggression.

NEGATIVES

— Gambler when playing the ball in the air. He looks for interceptions and often undercuts the routes, causing him to miss and be pulled out of position.

— Inconsistent breaking at times. Can play with high pad level, especially when breaking from off coverage.

NOTES

— Born Nov. 10, 2002

— 4-Star recruit in the 2021 class, per 247 Sports

— 2023 First-Team All-Big Ten

— 2021 Third-Team All-Big Ten

RADE: 7.4 (Potential Impact Player — 2nd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 72

POSITION RANK: CB10

PRO COMPARISON: Tyson Campbell

Written by B/R NFL Scout Cory Giddings

The Arizona Cardinals selected Michigan CB Will Johnson with the No. 47 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Will Johnson is a standout cornerback prospect from Michigan, bringing a rare combination of size, length, and physicality to the position. Standing at 6'2" and weighing 202 pounds, Johnson has the ideal frame for an NFL cornerback, complemented by a filled-out build that enhances his ability to compete at a high level. His performance in both man and zone coverage and his versatility and aggressive playing style make him a highly-regarded prospect for the 2025 NFL Draft.

Johnson's length and size are key assets in coverage, where he displays a patient and controlled backpedal, allowing him to stay balanced and ready to break on the ball. His ability to play both man and zone coverages provides valuable versatility, though he appears more comfortable when able to keep his eyes on the quarterback and react to the play as it develops. Johnson's anticipation in coverage stands out, as he actively looks to make plays on the ball, often trying to rip through the catch point when he's not in position to intercept.

However, Johnson's change of direction can be inconsistent, which sometimes leads to difficulties when reacting to double moves or staying close on top of routes. This can result in allowing too much separation at critical moments. Additionally, his gambler mentality, while occasionally leading to big plays, can also pull him out of position and expose his coverage to risk.

In the run game, Johnson is a strong, reliable tackler who takes pride in his physicality. He excels at boxing in runners and ensuring secure tackles, demonstrating a keen understanding of leverage and pursuit angles. His ability to blitz off the edge adds another dimension to his game, as he shows the ability to bend and disrupt plays in the backfield. Johnson's top-end speed is evident in open-field situations, where he has shown the ability to chase down ball carriers and prevent long gains.

Will Johnson projects as one of the top cornerbacks in this year's draft, with the potential to be an impact player early in his NFL career. His combination of size, length, physicality and versatility in coverage make him a valuable asset for any defensive scheme. While he will need to refine his change of direction and reduce his tendency to gamble in coverage, Johnson's ability to disrupt plays both in the air and on the ground gives him a high ceiling. With proper coaching and development, Johnson can potentially become a top-tier defensive back in the NFL.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'2"

WEIGHT: 194

HAND: 9⅛”

ARM: 30⅛”

WINGSPAN: 75⅞” 

POSITIVES

— Johnson has excellent length and size with a filled out frame.

— Plays with a patient, controlled backpedal. He flashes quick breaks with little wasted movement.

— He has coverage versatility to play both man and zone coverages, though he looks more comfortable when he is able to see and play the quarterback.

— Plays with anticipation and looks to make a play on the ball. He tries to rip through the catch point when not in position to play the ball.

— Strong tackler who looks to front up ball-carriers, wrapping them up for little extra yards.

NEGATIVES

— Inconsistent breaking with below average change of direction at times. He can get stuck in the mud and struggle with double moves. Allows too much separation when on top of route.

— Has a gambler mentality at times when playing the ball. This often pulls him out of position.

— Too handsy at times when working downfield. This can lead him to losing track of the ball and falling out of phase.

NOTES

— Born Mar. 29, 2003

— Games Started: 32

— 4-Star recruit in the 2022 class, per 247Sports

— 2024: Only played in 6 games due to a turf toe injury

— 2023 CFP National Champion; CFB National Championship Game Defensive MVP; First-Team All-American; First-Team All-Big Ten

— 2022 Freshman All-American

GRADE: 8.8 (Impact Player — 1st Round)

OVERALL RANK: 5

POSITION RANK: CB2

PRO COMPARISON: James Bradberry

Written by B/R NFL Scout Cory Giddings

The Arizona Cardinals selected Texas IOL Hayden Conner with the No. 211 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Hayden Conner is a three-year starter at left guard, including 16 starts during the 2024 season inside Texas' balanced (52-48 run-pass split), multiple run scheme with a high rate of quick-game, RPOs and motion. Conner has a wide-bodied, sturdy build with good play strength and adequate athletic ability.

Conner is a solid overall run-blocker who uses good mass and play strength to arrive on contact firm to cover up targets on angle-drive, cut-off, overtakes and pulls to create rush lanes off of his backside. Conner does a nice job using his backside hand and torque to clean up reads for the runner, and he finishes with good strain and effort. He has an upright playing style with a wide base that results in middling lateral quickness and recovery skills against moves across his face.

Conner is an efficient, skilled pass protector who understands how to weaponize his length and play long using potent independent strikes with a sturdy, firm anchor to clench, anchor and end reps quickly once latched. He will also thump and dent adjacent rushers when uncovered to clear the pocket.

Conner's upright style and mediocre athletic ability shrink his margin for error and leave him scrambling to recover out of compromising positions. With that said, he does an impressive job minimizing those situations due to his positioning, timing and technique.

Overall, Conner has a thick, wide-bodied frame with mediocre athletic ability. But he has good play strength and enough pass-protection skills to earn a backup role in the NFL and work his way into a role player/spot starter at guard.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'6"

WEIGHT: 314

HAND: 9⅝"

ARM: 33¼"

WINGSPAN: 79⅝"

40-YARD DASH: N/A

3-CONE: 7.9

SHUTTLE: 4.88

VERTICAL: N/A

BROAD: N/A

POSITIVES

— Wide-bodied, sturdy build with good play strength and heavy hands.

— Skilled, efficient pass protector who plays long with stiff, independent strikes and a flat-back posture to keep his head out of the block.

— Provides a firm presence with a sturdy anchor against the bull rush and penetrators.

— Firmly covers up targets on angle-drive, cut-offs and combination blocks with the strength and leverage to torque, widen and wall off defenders.

— Effective puller who can kick out and wall off targets on short and long pulls.

— Got the better of Michigan DT Mason Graham in pass protection during their 2024 matchup.

NEGATIVES

— Tall, upright playing style with below-average athletic ability.

— Gets caught with an overly wide base and his eyes down against moves across his face, sapping his reactionary quickness and recovery skills.

NOTES

— Born Apr. 26, 2002

— 3-star recruit from the 2021 class, per 247Sports

— 43 career starts at left guard

GRADE: 6.3 (Developmental Prospect — 5th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 191

POSITION RANK: IOL19

PRO COMPARISON: Trevor Keegan

Written by B/R NFL Scout Brandon Thorn

The Arizona Cardinals selected Ohio State LB Cody Simon with the No. 105 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Cody Simon has the makings of a solid downhill, run-defending linebacker. He has decent instincts to shoot gaps against inside zone runs and beat crack blocks against pin-and-pull concepts. He's also shown the ability to slip blocks when offensive linemen climb up to the second level.

However, Simon's arms are on the shorter side and can lead to him getting stuck on blocks when he can't make linemen miss or has to use his hands to take on blocks. He also lacks sideline-to-sideline speed, which will cause him to get beat to the edge against outside runs, although he did post a good 40 time at Ohio State's pro day.

Additionally, the former Buckeye isn't much of a factor in coverage. He's limited athletically to be effective when playing man coverage and has below-average instincts in zone. The best way he impacts the passing game is by attacking openings in protection schemes as a blitzer or using a solid rip move when rushing the passer.

Overall, Simon is a two-down linebacker who can be a factor against inside runs. He's best suited as a "Mike" linebacker in either odd or even fronts and has experience playing special teams to help make a roster and contribute.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'2"

WEIGHT: 229

HAND: 9¾”

ARM: 31¼”

WINGSPAN: 75¾”

40-YARD DASH: 4.59

3-CONE: 7.19

SHUTTLE: 4.30

VERTICAL: 33.5"

BROAD: 10'0"

POSITIVES

— Knows when to pick his spots and shoot gaps both as a run defender and when blitzing.

— Quick to recognize crack blocks, allowing him to use his size advantage against wide receivers when offenses run pin-and-pull concepts.

— Can slip blocks by changing speeds against the run, using his change-of-direction skills or a solid shoulder-dip move.

— Good at keeping his feet moving through contact when taking on blocks to help stay in his gap against offensive linemen.

— Solid tackler who has some thump when coming downhill and only occassionally misses.

— Solid at using his hands to disrupt routes in zone coverage.

— Has shown a decent rip move when rushing the passer.

NEGATIVES

— Struggles to locate the ball in the backfield against option plays.

— Has shorter arms and doesn't use his hands particularly well as a run defender, limiting his extension and leading to him getting stuck on blocks.

— Looks heavy-footed and lacks sideline-to-sideline speed, limiting range against outside runs.

— Lacks the athleticism and short-area quickness to be effective in man coverage against running backs and tight ends.

— Struggles to backpedal or ROBOT against play action, leading to being late to his landmark and leaving the middle hook area open.

— Subpar awareness and instincts in zone coverage. Often leaves his man open, fails to properly execute switches and has a habit of taking the cheese.

NOTES

— 4-star recruit in the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— Injuries: 2024 (Lower body, missed 1 game), 2021 (Undisclosed, missed bowl game)

— 2024 First-Team All-Big Ten, CFP National Championship and Rose Bowl Defensive MVP

— Four-time Academic All-Big Ten

GRADE: 6.2 (Developmental Prospect — 5th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 205

POSITION RANK: LB13

PRO COMPARISON: Christian Rozeboom

Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is looking forward to building a stronger connection with wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. on the field in 2025.

"For him to have eight touchdowns and feel like he didn't even scratch the surface, that's saying something," Murray told Arizona Sports’ Cardinals Corner (h/t Christian Gonzales of NFL.com). "Obviously, me and him have to be better and we will be better. But I loved where he was mentally at the end of the season."

"Being more open, being more comfortable with the guys in the locker room, being more comfortable with me, being more comfortable just to speak his mind within the receiving room with (Israel Woolfork and Drew Terrell)," he added.

The Cardinals selected Harrison with the No. 4 overall pick in the 2024 NFL draft and he was expected to immediately serve as a key contributor in their passing attack following a stellar college career at Ohio State.

His rookie season got off to a slow start, as he was limited to just one catch for four yards in Week 1. Harrison immediately responded, hauling in four receptions for 130 yards and two touchdowns in his second game.

On the season, the 22-year-old racked up 62 catches for 885 yards and eight scores in 17 games.

MARVIN HARRISON JR. WITH HIS 7TH TD OF THE YEAR 🔥

Vikings on upset alert 👀

(via @NFL)pic.twitter.com/XyCVIT1hSF

— B/R Gridiron (@brgridiron) December 1, 2024

Harrison finished No. 5 among rookies in receiving yards.

While his overall production wasn't a major disappointment, Murray acknowledged that the chemistry between the two needed work in Dec. 2024.

"We gotta get better," Murray told reporters at the time. "It's not where he wants it, it's not where I want it to be, it's not where this team needs it to be."

The Cardinals didn't add any notable weapons to their passing offense in free agency, leaving Harrison and tight end Trey McBride as Murray's top targets once again in 2025.

The signal-caller is specifically targeting an improved on-field rapport with Harrison as the receiver enters his second year in the NFL.

Now that he's two years removed from a torn ACL, Arizona Cardinals star quarterback Kyler Murray hopes to bring back a facet of his game that he felt was under-utilized in 2024.

Murray told PHNX Sports that he feels he needs to make the most of his dual-threat abilities for the Cardinals to be successful during the upcoming season.

"I do feel like I have to run more next year," Murray said. "I'm open to running more next year, just because it's such a weapon, you know, it's such a weapon."

"I do feel like I have to run MORE next year...I'm open to running more next year...it's such a weapon."

Could Kyler Murray have a CAREER HIGH in rushing yards in 2025? pic.twitter.com/fCxJM39MJ3

— PHNX Cardinals (@PHNX_Cardinals) April 9, 2025

In addition to throwing for 3,851 yards, 21 touchdowns and 11 interceptions, Murray added 78 carries for 572 rushing yards and five more scores. His average of 7.3 yards per carry was his career-high, but his 4.6 carries per game marked a career-low.

Murray went on to explain that he feels he can have a similar impact to MVP quarterbacks Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens and Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills.

"Like when I hand the ball off obviously I hand the ball off to James (Conner), I hand off to Trey (Benson), we're a very good rushing team, which is a great thing," he said. "But when Lamar (Jackson) hands the ball off everybody is like 'Ahh,' like you can relax, Josh (Allen) hands the ball off, 'Ahh,' you know what I mean? So I think for us, part of the emphasis going into next season is conceptually on time, I feel I'm one of the best in the league."

The Cardinals ranked seventh in the NFL with 144.2 rushing yards per game last season, and Conner placed 11th in the league with 1,094 yards while also adding eight touchdowns. However, it wasn't enough for a winning season, as the Cardinals finished 8-9 and fell short of the playoffs for the third straight year.

Murray is confident that his continued recovery from the torn ACL that cut his 2023 season short after just eight games will benefit Arizona in a big way in 2025.

"Honestly, they say, Year 2 (post-knee injury) is the best year, and honestly how I feel right now is as if it never happened," he said. "Talking to (offensive coordinator) Drew (Petzing) and Izzy (QBs coach Israel Woolfork), feeling like going into this year I'll be able to do whatever I want to do."

The Arizona Cardinals are resetting the market to keep tight end Trey McBride around.

ESPN's Adam Schefter reported the sides agreed to a four-year, $76 million extension with $43 million guaranteed. McBride's $19 million average salary is the highest ever for a tight end.

BIG. PLAY. TREY. pic.twitter.com/MnqefxqpEs

— Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) April 3, 2025

McBride and teammate Kyler Murray both reacted to the news:

LFG! Going to be special 🤝 https://t.co/iGp5qFDQTG

— Trey McBride (@mcbtrey) April 3, 2025

McBride was one of Arizona's few bright spots in 2023, a year that was effectively over before it began as Murray's recovery from a torn ACL forced him to miss the first nine weeks. The 6'4" pass-catcher had 81 receptions for 825 yards and three touchdowns.

With Murray fully healthy from the jump last season, McBride's production got a corresponding boost. He hauled in a career-high 111 passes for 1,146 yards and two touchdowns, earning his first Pro Bowl nod.

Trey McBride was one of 4 players to see 100+ Targets and have a Drop Rate under 1% last season 🙌

- Jakobi Meyers (119 / 0.0%)
- Trey McBride (136 / 0.7%)
- Amon-Ra St. Brown (134 / 0.7%)
- Marvin Harrison Jr. (110 / 0.9%)

🗣️ ELITE 🗣️

(Targets / Drop%) https://t.co/yoz0iYgTXH pic.twitter.com/atOYz7w3Tq

— The 33rd Team (@The33rdTeamFB) April 3, 2025

This is an aggressive play for a tight end with only three years of NFL experience, but McBride was headed for free agency in 2026. His value next offseason would've climbed higher if he repeats the success he enjoyed this past fall.

The San Francisco 49ers' George Kittle, Baltimore Ravens' Mark Andrews and Philadelphia Eagles' Dallas Goedert are all entering the last year of their contracts. The Atlanta Falcons' Kyle Pitts will see his rookie deal expire as well.

Kittle in particular stands to cash out, and the other three could all sign multiyear pacts that may raise the general price for proven tight ends.

For Arizona, McBride's salary may come to look like better and better value.

For the player and his agent, the four-year term works out nicely.

The Las Vegas Raiders have All-Pro Brock Bowers under team control through 2028. It's safe to assume he'll blow well past $19 million annually on his next deal if his rookie year is a taste of what's to come.

That means McBride will be eligible for free agency again at a time when the elite at his position might be earning $20-plus million per season.

The Arizona Cardinals and defensive lineman Calais Campbell have agreed to a one-year deal, per ESPN's Adam Schefter, who provided more details.

Deal: 1 year, $5.5 million, max value of 7.5M. https://t.co/e8Pdz71GxB

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 1, 2025

Campbell, 38, has played 17 NFL seasons, including his first nine (2008-2016) with the Arizona Cardinals.

The six-time Pro Bowler played last season with the Miami Dolphins, amassing 52 tackles, 12 quarterback hits and five sacks.

ESPN's Field Yates and Cardinals insider Kyle Odegard provided more insights on the move.

Calais Campbell is an ageless wonder.

Not only is he still playing at a high-level at age 38, but he’s an ideal mentor for Arizona if they address their DL more with pick 16.

Edge and DT are still needs for the Cardinals. https://t.co/Y7J4J9bw4P

— Field Yates (@FieldYates) April 1, 2025

Calais Campbell was still super effective last season at age-38 (!) for the Dolphins.

Fantastic addition for the Cardinals to shore up the defensive interior.

— Kyle Odegard (@Kyle_Odegard) April 1, 2025

The former Miami (FL) star was selected with the 50th overall pick in the 2008 NFL draft. The Cardinals made the Super Bowl in his rookie season, when Campbell operated as a reserve but still had 29 tackles (and eight more in the playoffs).

Campbell is perhaps best known for his time with the Jacksonville Jaguars (2017-2019), specifically the 2017 team, whose defensive unit was known as "Sacksonville" and led the team to an AFC Championship Game appearance. Campbell had 14.5 sacks for the 2017 Jags, leading to All-Pro honors.

He then played three years with the Baltimore Ravens and one with the Atlanta Falcons before heading to Miami. But now his career has come full circle, and he is back in Arizona.