Arizona Cardinals Enter 2025 Training Camp Facing Key Cuts, Defensive Overhaul, Playoff Expectations

The Arizona Cardinals enter the 2025 NFL season with high expectations, focusing heavily on bolstering their defense through both free agency and the draft, notably adding key players such as Josh Sweat, Calais Campbell, Dalvin Tomlinson, and Walter Nolen. While their defense appears significantly improved and among the league's best, questions remain about the offense's ability to advance, particularly concerning the development of Marvin Harrison Jr. and the effectiveness of the offensive line. Several players face intense competition for roster spots, with potential surprising cuts including defensive linemen Justin Jones and Zaven Collins, as the team manages salary cap considerations and depth chart challenges. The Cardinals are also highlighted as one of the NFL's most interesting teams in 2025, partly due to the continuity on offense and quarterback Kyler Murray's untapped potential, making their progress a focal point of the season. Additionally, the NFC West features several elite aging veterans like Calais Campbell, who continue to perform at a high level, posing ongoing challenges for Arizona. Overall, the Cardinals aim to leverage their defensive upgrades and offensive continuity to make a strong postseason push.