Last offseason, the Arizona Cardinals wrapped up their summer break with several positions needing attention. They felt the most glaring gaps were at center and running back, among others.
During or before training camp, they brought in some veteran players to fill these gaps. Tight end Geoff Swaim proved to be a solid addition, while center Pat Elflein and running back Marlon Mack unfortunately landed on injured reserve almost immediately, sidelining them for the entire season.
Fast forward to the end of this year's offseason program, and the Cardinals seem largely finished with their roster moves. While some might argue that they still lack talent in certain areas, that's another conversation entirely.
Key Takeaways:
- No Need for Quarterbacks or Running Backs: The team has these positions covered.
- Veteran Additions: They brought in veteran Zay Jones and have filled the tight end room.
- Balanced Offensive and Defensive Lines: Both lines feature a mix of veterans and rookies.
- Linebacker and Cornerback Depth: The linebacker room saw new additions, and both rookies and a veteran joined the cornerback squad.
- Solid Safety Room: A new rookie was added to the already strong safety lineup.
One area they could still use help in is pass rushing, but none of the available players seem like a good fit right now.
Could we see more roster moves before training camp kicks off at the end of July? Possibly. However, any additions are likely to be younger, less experienced players rather than seasoned veterans. It would be surprising to see significant changes unless injuries force their hand.
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