GLENDALE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 08: Quarterback Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals celebrates after converting a two-point conversion against the Detroit Lions during the final moments of the second half of the NFL game at State Farm Stadium on September 08, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. The Lions and Cardinals tied 27-27 (Photo: Getty)
Last season, the Arizona Cardinals made major improvements despite finishing with an 8-8 record. The team showed that under the right circumstances, they are capable of making the playoffs with Kyler Murray under center. So, in the offseason, the team signed players that will bring them a step closer towards becoming a playoff team.
The Cardinals were busy improving their roster this offseason. Arizona signed seven-time Pro-Bowl wideout A.J. Green, running back James Conner and three-time Pro Bowl center Rodney Hudson. These are major upgrades for the team’s offense.
Defensively, the team signed Pro-Bowler defensive end J.J. Watt, Malcolm Butler and they drafted the highly-touted prospect, Zaven Collins. This will vastly improve the team’s defense. Last season, the team’s defense allowed over 26 points in six games after they jumped to a 6-3 start. The 26 points allowed in six different games contributed to the Cardinals’ going 3-6 following their Week 8 bye. Now, Arizona is hoping to make the playoffs in a difficult NFC West division.
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NFC West: The division is expected to be closely fought between the Seahawks and the Rams. Arizona could challenge for the division title, but they likely don’t have enough experience to win the division outright. However, the Cardinals could sneak into the postseason with a Wild Card berth.
Matchups: The Cardinals will have a tough schedule this season, especially since they have to face the Seahawks and Rams twice each. The toughest stretch for Arizona begins after their Week 12 bye. Once they come back from their bye week, they face the Bears, Rams, Cowboys and Seahawks.
Overall: The Cardinals made big offseason moves in improving their offense and defense. The team did so by acquiring former Pro Bowlers to join them as they look for their first playoff berth since 2015.
Prediction: Arizona will finish with a 10-7 record.
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