Isaiah Simmons
FILE - Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury watches during the first half of an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Inglewood, Calif., Jan. 17, 2022. The Arizona Cardinals appeared to be one of the more stable franchises in the NFL just six months ago. That changed a little after a late-season collapse and a passive-aggressive contract spat between quarterback Kyler Murray and the team’s front office brought some drama to the desert. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
Even with Murray drama, Cards confident in team's direction

By David Brandt Apr. 22, 2022 06:06 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson signs autographs for fans prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ralph Freso)
Seattle Seahawks at Arizona Cardinals 1/9/2022

Jan. 09, 2022 03:33 PM EST

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws a pass against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Arizona Cardinals at Dallas Cowboys 1/2/2022

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Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff scrambles during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Lon Horwedel)
Arizona Cardinals at Detroit Lions 12/19/2021

Dec. 19, 2021 01:17 PM EST

Chicago Bears outside linebacker Robert Quinn (94) strips the ball from Baltimore Ravens quarterback Tyler Huntley during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Chicago. (AP Photo/David Banks)
With NFL-best record, Cardinals roll into matchup with Bears

By Andrew Seligman Dec. 02, 2021 05:51 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray throws before an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Seattle. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)
Arizona Cardinals at Seattle Seahawks 11/21/2021

Nov. 21, 2021 03:35 PM EST

FILE - Los Angeles Rams inside linebacker Kenny Young, right, sacks Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., in this Sunday, Sept. 26, 2021, file photo. The injury-riddled Denver Broncos acquired inside linebacker Kenny Young from the Los Angeles Rams on Monday, Oct. 25, 2021, four days after they were gouged by third-string Cleveland running back De'Ernest Johnson. (AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian, File)
Packers' Campbell chief among '21 breakout defensive stars

By Arnie Stapleton Nov. 09, 2021 02:45 AM EST

Arizona Cardinals linebacker Isaiah Simmons (9) and Cardinals middle linebacker Jordan Hicks, right, work on technique drills during NFL football training camp practice at State Farm Stadium, Friday, July 30, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Cardinals hand over defense to second-year LB Isaiah Simmons

By David Brandt Aug. 05, 2021 04:00 PM EDT

Tulsa linebacker Zaven Collins participates in an agility drill at NFL football pro day Friday, April 2, 2021, in Tulsa, Okla. (AP Photo/Sue Ogrocki)
Cardinals go LB again, grab Tulsa's Collins with No. 16 pick

By David Brandt Apr. 29, 2021 10:48 PM EDT

Injured Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff stands on the sideline before an NFL football game between the Rams and the Arizona Cardinals in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)
Arizona Cardinals at Los Angeles Rams 1/3/2021

Jan. 03, 2021 04:24 PM EST

New England Patriots mascot Pat Patriots stares at empty stands at Gillette Stadium during the coronavirus pandemic before an NFL football game between the Patriots and the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Arizona Cardinals at New England Patriots 11/29/2020

Nov. 29, 2020 11:54 AM EST

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson (21) intercepts a pass intended for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Cardinals piling up prime-time wins, but also some injuries

By David Brandt Oct. 26, 2020 05:56 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Andy Isabella pulls in a touchdown pass as Detroit Lions cornerback Darryl Roberts (29) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Cardinals playing aggressive, now must play better

By David Brandt Sep. 28, 2020 05:36 PM EDT

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, Josh Jones, center, talks on the phone as he is selected by the Arizona Cardinals during the third round of the NFL football draft, Friday, April 24, 2020. (NFL via AP)
Cardinals beef up defense, add protection for Murray

By David Brandt Apr. 25, 2020 07:41 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 26, 2019, file photo, Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) scores on a pass reception against Arkansas during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Tuscaloosa, Ala. The Denver Broncos selected Jeudy in the first round of the NFL draft. (AP Photo/Vasha Hunt, File)
NFL Draft: Player profiles for first-round selections

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 23, 2020 10:48 PM EDT

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, AJ Terrell, seated wearing headphones, listens while others celebrate during the NFL football draft Thursday, April 23, 2020, in Atlanta. Terrell was selected by the Atlanta Falcons during the first round. (NFL via AP)
Falcons bolster secondary with Clemson CB Terrell at No. 16

By Paul Newberry Apr. 23, 2020 10:32 PM EDT

In this still image from video provided by the NFL, Isaiah Simmons places an Arizona Cardinals cap on his head during the NFL football draft Thursday, April 23, 2020, after the Cardinals selected him eighth in the draft. (NFL via AP)
Cardinals add 'Swiss Army knife' on defense with Simmons

By David Brandt Apr. 23, 2020 09:28 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 7, 2019, file photo, LSU quarterback Joe Burrow (9) runs down field against Georgia during the first half of the Southeastern Conference championship NCAA college football game in Atlanta. Burrow is expected to be a first round pick at the NFL Draft on Thursday, April 23, 2020.(AP Photo/John Amis)
The Latest: SEC breaks draft record with 15 1st-round picks

By The Associated Press Apr. 23, 2020 05:50 PM EDT

NFL Draft: Ohio State's Young top defensive player in draft

By Ralph D. Russo Apr. 20, 2020 11:30 AM EDT
Top defensive players available in the NFL draft (x-entered draft with college eligibility remaining). EDGE RUSHERS ...

Wisconsin linebacker Zack Baun speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
NFL following NBA's lead in blurring traditional positions

By Arnie Stapleton Apr. 18, 2020 04:33 PM EDT