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FILE - In this June 27, 2020, file phohto, Chicago Red Stars' Julie Ertz, second from left, holds Casey Short, center, while other players for the team kneel during the national anthem before an NWSL Challenge Cup soccer match against the Washington Spirit at Zions Bank Stadium in Herriman, Utah. The National Women's Soccer League revised its anthem policy after most players knelt during the anthem before season-opening games last weekend at the Challenge Cup. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File)
Discourse over national anthem looms for NBA, other leagues

By Schuyler Dixon Jul. 03, 2020 02:55 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray watches from the sideline after getting injured in the in the second half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks in Seattle. Murray says he’ll be kneeling for the national anthem this season. The Cardinals’ emerging star wasn’t particularly vocal about social issues during his first season but said that would change in the aftermath of the killing of George Floyd, a black man, while in police custody in Minneapolis (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson, File)
Cardinals QB Murray says he'll kneel for anthem this season

By David Brandt Jun. 17, 2020 04:40 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 6, 2019, file photo, Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson (21), left, and Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald talk during an NFL football training camp practice at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz. Peterson believes the team can be among the NFL's elite this fall. Peterson is in the final year of a five-year contract and hopes to stay with the Cardinals for the remainder of his career. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Cardinals' Peterson to those who doubt him: "Wait and see"

By David Brandt May. 28, 2020 05:11 PM EDT

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) greets Arizona Cardinals linebacker Chandler Jones (55) after an NFL football game, Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019, in Glendale, Ariz. The 49ers won 28-25. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Jones: Cardinals defense 'loaded' after draft, free agency

By David Brandt May. 12, 2020 06:01 PM EDT

FILE - In this Oct. 21, 2018, file photo, Washington Redskins offensive tackle Trent Williams (71) takes the field for warms up before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Landover, Md. The San Francisco 49ers have acquired the seven-time Pro Bowl left tackle from the Redskins. Two people familiar with the deal said Saturday, April 25, 2020, the Niners will send a fifth-round pick in this year’s draft and a 2021 third-rounder to acquire Williams. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik, File)
Rams chasing 49ers, Seahawks, Cards in power-packed NFC West

By Josh Dubow Apr. 28, 2020 03:19 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

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 take OT Jones in third round to protect Murray

By David Brandt Apr. 24, 2020 11:35 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 28, 2019, file photo, LSU linebacker K'Lavon Chaisson (18) sacks Oklahoma quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) during the first half of the Peach Bowl NCAA semifinal college football playoff game in Atlanta. Chaisson was chosen by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first round of the NFL draft Thursday, April 23, 2020. (AP Photo/John Amis, File)
Eagles pull off a stunner, draft Jalen Hurts in second round

By Rob Maaddi Apr. 24, 2020 10:29 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, 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 Feb. 27, 2020, file photo, Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa watches a drill at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis. Tagovailoa is a likely first round pick in the NFL Draft Thursday, April 23, 2020. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall, File)
Burrow to join exclusive NFL company if LSU QB is top pick

By The Associated Press Apr. 23, 2020 10:00 AM EDT

FLE - In this April 25, 2004, file photo, Arizona Cardinals owner Bill Bidwell, left, and coach Dennis Green, right, pose with first round NFL Draft pick wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald at a news conference in Tempe, Ariz. The Cardinals' franchise has been around for more than a century but current star receiver Larry Fitzgerald is arguably the most important player in franchise history. Fitzgerald has been a beloved piece of the Cardinals since he was drafted 3rd overall in 2004 and has been among the most productive receivers in NFL history with more than 17,000 career yards receiving. (AP Photo/Tom Hood, File)
'Larry Legend' tops Cardinals' first-round draft picks

By David Brandt Apr. 21, 2020 07:31 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 8, 2019, file photo, Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins runs for a touchdown against the Denver Broncos after a catch during the second half of an NFL football game in Houston. Arizona Cardinals GM Steve Keim has been widely praised over the past few weeks after adding elite receiver Hopkins in a trade and signing three potential defensive starters. The moves have given Arizona a lot of flexibility for the upcoming draft, eliminating the gaping holes that needed immediate attention. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)
Hopkins not surprised by trade, ready to help Cardinals

By David Brandt Apr. 17, 2020 02:48 PM EDT

FILE - In this July 24, 2019, file photo, Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury, right, talks with general manager Steve Keim as players on the NFL football team run sprints in Glendale, Ariz. Keim has been widely praised over the past few weeks after adding elite receiver DeAndre Hopkins in a trade and signing three potential defensive starters. The moves have given Arizona a lot of flexibility for the upcoming draft, eliminating the gaping holes that needed immediate attention. “We feel like we’re free to take the best available pick that comes at the No. 8 spot,” Kingsbury said. “That’s a tribute to Steve and the job that he’s done in the offseason.” (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Bold offseason moves mean Cardinals have options at No. 8

By David Brandt Apr. 16, 2020 12:32 PM EDT

Rising Cardinals hunt for impact player with No. 8 pick

By The Associated Press Apr. 15, 2020 10:27 AM EDT
8. ARIZONA (5-10-1) LAST SEASON: Cardinals' new era with first-year coach Kliff Kingsbury and rookie quarterback Kyler Murray was mostly...

FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2019, file photo, Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) gets away from Cleveland Browns linebacker Mack Wilson (51) during the second half of an NFL football game in Glendale, Ariz. Coach Kliff Kingsbury and the Cardinals went 5-10-1 last year, but they're a popular pick to improve sharply this year. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin, File)
Diabolical division: NFC West looks loaded for another year

By Greg Beacham Mar. 24, 2020 07:16 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 4, 2020, file photo, Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins celebrates with fans after an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Buffalo Bills in Houston. The Arizona Cardinals have acquired three-time All-Pro receiver DeAndre Hopkins in a trade that will send running back David Johnson and draft picks to the Houston Texans, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Monday, March 16, 2020, because the trade hasn't been officially announced. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
Cardinals help defense, but big buzz surrounds WR Hopkins

By David Brandt Mar. 18, 2020 06:30 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt reacts during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland. The Browns opened a unique free agency period by placing a second-round tender on running back Kareem Hunt, who played eight games last season after returning from an NFL suspension. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
NFL bars player and team personnel travel in free agency

By Barry Wilner Mar. 16, 2020 06:15 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 4, 2020, file photo, Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins celebrates with fans after an NFL wild-card playoff football game against the Buffalo Bills in Houston. The Arizona Cardinals have acquired three-time All-Pro receiver DeAndre Hopkins in a trade that will send running back David Johnson and draft picks to the Houston Texans, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Monday, March 16, 2020, because the trade hasn't been officially announced. (AP Photo/Michael Wyke)
AP source: Cards get WR Hopkins from Texans for RB Johnson

By David Brandt Mar. 16, 2020 02:17 PM EDT

Ohio State defensive lineman Chase Young listens during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Ohio State star Chase Young follows in Nick Bosa's footsteps

By Arnie Stapleton Feb. 27, 2020 04:27 PM EST