Latest blog entries from Phoenix teams across every league
The Arizona Cardinals have a new head coach who is an offensive-minded guy. But in order for an offense to be effective, it must possess a stable, consistent offensive line. Which, the Cardinals don’t have. On top of players that weren’t getting the job done last year, is the number of offensive line free agents […]
The latest Cardinals adding former Chiefs LB coach to staff | Clutch Points Former Kansas City Chiefs outside linebackers coach Rod Wilson is joining the Cardinals to work the same role, according to Matt Zenitz of CBS Sports. Wilson also has playing experience in college and the NFL, but has been a coach in Kansas City […]
The music was bumping, the crowd leaned forward and the fiesta-themed jerseys once again felt right at home in a city that prides itself on keeping things weird. On a night when the energy inside the Moody Center built with every defensive stop and every finish at the rim, the San Antonio Spurs turned a competitive first half into […]
The Suns were missing their emotional leader in Dillon Brooks, who was suspended for tonight’s game after committing 16 technical fouls before the All Star Break. When Devin Booker couldn’t come out of the locker room after halftime with hip soreness, the Suns were wounded, and the Spurs took advantage. The Spurs fought their way […]
Well, it took a while – the first game is tomorrow – but the D-backs finally released their broadcast schedule for spring training. It does look like you will be able to follow the majority of games one way or another: we will actually be doing a thread every game, so you will have no […]
According to CBS Sports Matt Zenitz, Indianapolis Colts defensive quality control coach Brent Jackson is set to join the Arizona Cardinals coaching staff under their new head coach Mike LaFleur: Having joined the Colts in May of 2022, Jackson just finished his 4th season as Indianapolis’ defensive quality control—after previously working as a graduate assistant […]
Welcome to the Game Thread. Veterans of the Game Thread know how we do things around here, but for all you newbies we have a few rules. Our community guidelines apply and basically say be cool, no personal attacks, don’t troll and don’t swear too much. It’s been eight days since the Spurs last played a meaningful […]
Only a couple of weeks since last time we checked in, but there have been some quite significant and dramatic changes to things, both in terms of new signings, and in losses due to injuries. So, let’s review what the Opening Day roster might look like, now the dust has settled, and with spring training […]
The Arizona Cardinals are bad. We know that, they won three games in 2025, they pick third overall in the 2026 NFL Draft, they have a semi-new coaching regime, with a new head coach, offensive and special teams coordinators, but a lot of returning positions coaches. They have no quarterback, and not exactly a stellar […]
In a three-team trade with the Suns and the Bulls at the NBA trade deadline, the Milwaukee Bucks acquired forward Ousmane Dieng, jettisoning Amir Coffey and Cole Anthony. It was the third time in 24 hours before the deadline that Dieng had been traded. He was sent to Charlotte for Mason Plumlee, before being shipped […]
The Celtics have a treat coming out of All-Star break: a four-game west coast swing that includes games at the Warriors, Lakers, Suns and Nuggets and a back-to-back. Boston is set to face four teams that if the playoffs started today, would all be participating. They all present different issues. The Warriors will be without […]
There is a saying in the NFL: You can never have too many great defensive backs. The safety position of the Arizona Cardinals has been a defensive strength. However, part of the tandem is now in free agency. Budda Baker went to another Pro Bowl this year, while Jalen Thompson has gone to the free […]
With roughly a week left in the month of February, and the All-Star break officially over, the Spurs are starting things back up with a bang as they face a team that has pretty much confounded them thus far in the Phoenix Suns. This will be round three for these teams, and the long layoff […]
I was about to say we finished with the pitchers, but since our previous installment, the D-backs added a couple of further players on minor-league contracts, with spring training invites. While they don’t yet appear on the team’s official page of non-roster invitees, I figure I should catch up with these before I forget, and […]
Chase Field is now the fourth-oldest ballpark in the National League, younger only than Wrigley, Dodger Stadium and Coors. As is well-recorded, the park is suffering from a range of different ailments, not least the struggles of the air-conditioning to keep up with the ever-increasing heat of Phoenix summers. This is something which could take […]
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Cardinals fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The Arizona Cardinals coaching staff is coming together and we can debate how the full staff […]
The Jets have a massive need at the quarterback position heading into the offseason. Of the possible options, Kyler Murray is one of the biggest names on the market. ESPN’s Bill Barnwell recently proposed the following trade to bring Murray to New York. Jets get: QB Kyler Murray, 2026 sixth-round pickCardinals get: 2026 fourth-round pick Midway through the […]
Diamondbacks News Diamondbacks Notes: Rotation, Outfield, Del CastilloWho is in the rotation? Who will open the season in an outfield with only one healthy starter? Adrian Del Castillo’s injury causes more waves. Gallen Supports Kelly as Opening Day StarterArizona’s opening day starter was never really much in doubt, so long as Kelly remains healthy. Diamondbacks, […]
The Arizona Cardinals have three quarterbacks under contract: Kyler Murray (age 28), Jacoby Brissett (33), and Kedon Slovis (24). It is up in the air if the franchise will retain Murray, and word is, the new coaching regime wants to find a trade partner for Murray. Whether that comes to fruition will be known at […]
The Arizona Cardinals are perhaps set to do what a lot of fans and media outlets have predicted: trade QB Kyler Murray. This was reported by ESPN analyst Adam Schefter recently: “As the Miami Dolphins and Arizona Cardinals navigate the future with new head coaches, both teams would like to find trade partners for their starting […]
Today marks the one-year anniversary of Gerardo Perdomo signing a long-term contract with Arizona. At the time, he had played four seasons for Arizona, and while there was some concern about this blocking Jordan Lawlar at the shortstop position, it was generally received warmly. Perdomo had played just over 400 games for the Diamondbacks at […]
‘Tis the season of rumors, reports, speculation, leaks, and agent-media quid pro quo, so take this as you will, but earlier today, John Gambadoro, who works for Arizona Sports 98.7 FM out of Phoenix, shared this via his social media account. “Have heard the Cardinals are intrigued by Bears backup QB Tyson Bagent. He has […]
The Arizona Cardinals are in a flux, and the biggest question that needs to be answered is who will be the quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals in 2026? The options on the roster right now are Kyler Murray (likely to be traded/cut), Jacoby Brissett (trade candidate?), and Kedon Slovis (a backup at best). So, who […]
Diamondbacks News The Diamondbacks’ Next Competitive Window Depends On Ryne Nelson by Michael McDermott [Mike’s Hardball Blueprint]. {Ed. Note: Loved this analysis from Michael. I’m not great with pitcher analytics but Michael does a great job here explaining the ‘nitty gritty’ on why certain pitches should or shouldn’t work to help Nelson round out his […]
The Arizona Cardinals’ offensive line was ranked #26 last year. Lots of players became injured, and at one time, it was a revolving door of new bodies. OG Will Hernandez was hurt, then returned, then got injured again. Both starting tackles ended up on IR. Something has to be done for this upcoming season. RELATED: […]