The 2026 Arizona Cardinals TC Discussion Thread

[SECTION 11]

Donnie Druin
@DonnieDruin
·
3h
Takeaways from #AZCardinals DC Nick Rallis:

- loves what the team can control (attitude, energy, effort level) and believes those things have been on point thus far.

- BJ Ojulari looks “really good right now” and highlighted his elusiveness off the edge. Really excited for pads to come on.

- Thought Walter Nolen III looked really strong thus far

- “He’s in a great spot” on Max Melton. Tough competition in cornerback room. Starling Thomas has also looked “really good” and he’s in the mix. Also had “major growth” from Elijah Jones and Sean Murphy-Bunting has adjusted well to nickel corner.

- Cody Simon is a super smart kid, says he just has to trust his knowledge and prep and he’s done that in the first two days.

- Jordan Burch is similar to Simon in terms of executing at a high level. He’s playing fast and expects him to really show up when pads come on.

- says schematically there’s always changes made. Thinks Mike LaFleur’s perspective and understanding of what to change has been critical. Says the biggest thing is “who are we” in terms of identity.

- Says with Josh Sweat, you just have to load up volume to avoid injury whenever he comes back. Called talks with Sweat solid.

- “He’s been a leader since he’s been here” on Roy Lopez. Called him a very smart player that puts on a lot of teach tape.

- Off the field Darius Robinson is still “pretty goofy” and on the field, he’s rushing the passer better. Says you can see his feel his instincts settling in.

- says it’s business as usual without Jonathan Gannon here but has gratitude for his time

- Budda Baker looks the best he’s looked since Nick Rallis has been here

My god we are going to amazing this year!

 

[Garthshort]

I know I'm Capt. Obvious, but if the offense does well worry about the defense. And, if the defense does well (you know the rest). When I was a kid, and the NY Giants were in TC, their coach Allie Sherman, when they were scrimmaging would have the offensive and defensive starters go up against the backups. So, both could look good.

 

[Garthshort]

My god we are going to amazing this year!

Now, you get it. Congrats. And, all fans, by taking the points, will make a bundle.

 

[Adrian]

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[Adrian]

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[Adrian]

Tyler Drake
@Tdrake4sports
·
36m
Interested to see if James Conner, Trey Benson or Walter Nolen III work their way into team drills during today's open practice.

 

[Adrian]

Johnny Venerable
@JohnnyVenerable
·
2m
Gardner Minshew will move to QB2, per LaFleur.

 

[Adrian]

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[Adrian]

Darren Urban

@Cardschatter
·
9m
LaFleur said starting Tuesday Brissett will work with the starters.

#AZCardinals are in pads for the first time Tuesday.

 

[Adrian]

Johnny Venerable
@JohnnyVenerable
·
11m
“It’s good. Happy for him. Happy for our team. It was productive.”

Mike LaFleur reflects on Jacoby Brissett’s new deal.

 

[Adrian]

Paul Calvisi

@PaulCalvisi
·
10m
Mike LaFleur says Brissett will now run with the first team once pads come on (Tuesday).

Asked if Brissett will start WK 1 for #AZCardinals?

"He'll be with our 1's two days from now. How's that..."

 

[Adrian]

SleeperCardinals

@SleeperAZCards
·
52m
Cardinals OC Nathaniel Hackett on whether he sees the RB room having a clear starter:

"I'm really excited about it. Excited for James [Conner] to get out there and show what he's got. I mean, all the guys."

(h/t
@CoachspeakIndex
)

 

[Adrian]

Johnny Venerable
@JohnnyVenerable
·
22m
“It was never a distraction. Now we can move on to the football aspect.”

LaFleur on moving from Brissett’s deal done.

 

[Chopper0080]

Darren Urban

@Cardschatter
·
9m
LaFleur said starting Tuesday Brissett will work with the starters.

#AZCardinals are in pads for the first time Tuesday.

Clear gap between Brissett and the rest for now.
It’s why they were always going to cave because they didn’t just cut him.

 

[Adrian]

Darren Urban

@Cardschatter
·
1m
Jacoby Brissett scheduled to meet the media after practice.

 

[PACardsFan]

David Boston got worse when he bulked up. Here is hoping that trend doesn't follow MHJ. He was already MehHJ.

That’s only because his head tripled in size and was weighing him down.

 

[Goldfield]

Now I'm much more concerned about the O-line.

No pads

 

[Goldfield]

Clear gap between Brissett and the rest for now.
It’s why they were always going to cave because they didn’t just cut him.

lol @ Cave

 

[some dumb guy]

Johnny Venerable
@JohnnyVenerable
·
2m
Gardner Minshew will move to QB2, per LaFleur.

Ok, I'm just a fan. Question for the "in the know" guys.
JB is now presumably QB1, Minshew is QB2. What does this mean for Beck? I don't see him going to the practice squad. Or does this mean JB and Beck are competing for QB1 and QB1.5?

 

[PACardsFan]

i'm going to enjoy the season and the 12 personnel offense - dying to see a rookie rallis re-emergence - i don't have any hopes for the season - i just want a reason to hope

When you get to be my age, you find a way to enjoy every season. People forget that a year ago at this time, MANY were projecting a double digit win total. And if not for all the injuries, I still maintain we would have been close to that. I still believe that we have a ton of young talent, we have a potentially insane RB group, and if we can stay remotely healthy, our D under Rallis can be significantly better than people expect. And as much as I’ll always root for JG, I would always prefer an offensive minded HC. I admit that with our stout division, I may not have high expectations. But, even saying that, I have a ton of hope. We HAVE to avoid the kind of injuries we had last year. And even if the Cardinals are not in playoff contention, I’ll enjoy watching K1 tear it up in Minnesota. As a longtime Cardinals fan, I have learned that it’s always best to have a couple other teams to root for. For me, it’ll be the Vikings & EVERYONE who’s playing the Steelers lol.

 

[PACardsFan]

Johnny Venerable
@JohnnyVenerable
·
11m
“It’s good. Happy for him. Happy for our team. It was productive.”

Mike LaFleur reflects on Jacoby Brissett’s new deal.

Johnny isn’t very bright lol. And he’ll change his position frequently as long as it mitigates the dumb comments that he routinely makes.

 

[some dumb guy]

When you get to be my age, you find a way to enjoy every season. People forget that a year ago at this time, MANY were projecting a double digit win total. And if not for all the injuries, I still maintain we would have been close to that. I still believe that we have a ton of young talent, we have a potentially insane RB group, and if we can stay remotely healthy, our D under Rallis can be significantly better than people expect. And as much as I’ll always root for JG, I would always prefer an offensive minded HC. I admit that with our stout division, I may not have high expectations. But, even saying that, I have a ton of hope. We HAVE to avoid the kind of injuries we had last year. And even if the Cardinals are not in playoff contention, I’ll enjoy watching K1 tear it up in Minnesota. As a longtime Cardinals fan, I have learned that it’s always best to have a couple other teams to root for. For me, it’ll be the Vikings & EVERYONE who’s playing the Steelers lol.

PA I just have to ask, you're in PA with the steelers and eagles. Why the cardinals? I became a cards fan JUST because I live in Az. I just assume with those two teams to choose from you'd pick one or any one of the 29 other teams to pick from.
And I respect your dedication and I'm up there in age myself and don't have too many more NEXT years. I want it now.

 

[Adrian]

Theo Mackie
@theo_mackie
·
37m
Tyler Allgeier and Jeremiyah Love are trading off series with the 1s again today, with Allgeier getting the first series

 

[Adrian]

Donnie Druin
@DonnieDruin
·
29m
Chase Bisontis working with the first team offense for what I believe is the first time this training camp

 

[Adrian]

Zach Gershman

@ZachAZCards
·
34m
Marvin Harrison Jr. made what looked like a routine catch but seems to be in some discomfort. He has been standing along the defensive sidelines with the trainers for quite some time.
#AZCardinals