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FILE - Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt walks the sidelines during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, on Dec. 25, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. The three-time NFL Defensive Player of the Year is trying to complete a miraculous comeback from a serious shoulder injury in an effort to help the Cardinals' defense when they travel to face the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night in the wild card round. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Watt active for Cards, Weddle in for Rams in playoff meeting

Jan. 17, 2022 07:07 PM EST

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) runs with the ball as Arizona Cardinals defensive end Zach Allen (94) gives chase during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ralph Freso)
Seahawks win 38-30 to spoil Cardinals shot at NFC West title

By David Brandt Jan. 09, 2022 07:49 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals defensive back Chris Banjo (31) celebrates after an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Arlington, Texas. The Cardinals won 25-22. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Sky's not falling: Victory puts Cardinals back on track

By David Brandt Jan. 03, 2022 04:20 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner (6) celebrates his touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams with offensive tackle D.J. Humphries (74) during the first half of an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Cardinals without Pro Bowl RB James Conner vs. Colts

Dec. 25, 2021 07:03 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury watches from the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)
Cardinals evolving in long NFL season, but not in a good way

By David Brandt Dec. 20, 2021 05:26 PM EST

Denver Broncos quarterback Teddy Bridgewater (5) is hit by Cincinnati Bengals defensive end B.J. Hill during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Denver. Bridgwater left the game after being injured on the play. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Broncos QB Bridgewater in hospital with head injury

By The Associated Press Dec. 19, 2021 08:26 PM EST

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

Fans of the Arizona Cardinals and the Los Angeles Rams tailgate in front of State Farm Stadium prior to an NFL football game Monday, Dec. 13, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Darryl Webb)
Los Angeles Rams at Arizona Cardinals 12/13/2021

Dec. 13, 2021 06:53 PM EST

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, left, is sacked by Arizona Cardinals linebacker Markus Golden during the first half of an NFL football game in Santa Clara, Calif., Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021. (AP Photo/Tony Avelar)
Arizona Cardinals at San Francisco 49ers 11/7/2021

Nov. 07, 2021 04:45 PM EST

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) warms up prior to an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Green Bay Packers at Arizona Cardinals 10/28/2021

Oct. 28, 2021 07:57 PM EDT

Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury greets Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid, left, prior to an NFL football game, Friday, Aug. 20, 2021, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Henne, Buechele throw TD passes, Chiefs beat Cardinals 17-10

By David Brandt Aug. 20, 2021 11:07 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 23, 2019, file photo, Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Star Lotulelei (98) watches following an NFL preseason football game against the Detroit Lions in Detroit. Having rejoined the team after opting out last season for COVID-19 reasons, Lotulelei's return is being counted upon to shore up a defense that struggled at times stopping the run. (AP Photo/Duane Burleson, File)
Lotulelei eagerly rejoins Bills after year off from football

By John Wawrow Jun. 15, 2021 05:39 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 11, 2020, file photo, Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott throws a pass in the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants in Arlington, Texas. The Cowboys and Prescott have finally agreed on a contract two years after negotiations began with the star quarterback. The team the agreement was reached Monday, March 8, 2021, with further details to be announced. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth, File)
Recent history of free agency shows it's a cautionary tale

By Josh Dubow Mar. 11, 2021 12:39 PM EST

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs from Buffalo Bills linebacker Matt Milano (58) after catching a pass during the second half of the AFC championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Bills have offseason needs to address with little to spend

By John Wawrow Jan. 27, 2021 06:25 PM EST

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs stands on the field after the AFC championship NFL football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Jan. 24, 2021, in Kansas City, Mo. The Chiefs won 38-24. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Bills motivated to improve after AFC championship loss to KC

By John Wawrow Jan. 25, 2021 07:18 PM EST

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) throws a pass before an NFL football game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
Atlanta Falcons at Tampa Bay Buccaneers 1/3/2021

Jan. 03, 2021 12:52 PM EST

Cutout photos of people, including first responders and healthcare workers, sit in seats in Gillette Stadium before an NFL football game between the New England Patriots and the Buffalo Bills, Monday, Dec. 28, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Buffalo Bills at New England Patriots 12/28/2020

Dec. 28, 2020 05:46 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals' Haason Reddick, left, knocks the ball out of New York Giants quarterback Colt McCoy's hands during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Big road win gets Arizona's playoff hopes back on track

By David Brandt Dec. 14, 2020 06:05 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals' Markus Golden (44) celebrates a fumble recovery during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun)
Arizona Cardinals at New York Giants 12/13/2020

Dec. 13, 2020 01:24 PM EST

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) pulls in a touchdown catch from wide receiver Isaiah McKenzie as Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Corey Peters (98) pursues during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Cardinals DL Peters out for season with knee injury

By David Brandt Nov. 18, 2020 04:01 PM EST