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Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort and coach Mike LaFleur declined to commit to a Carson Beck starting-quarterback battle, saying he’ll first get in the building and that the best quarterback will play. Beck, a third-round pick, could sit and learn or compete with Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew as the team evaluates him and the overall depth chart.
Arizona’s moves center on upgrading the offense with running back Jeremiyah Love and continuing contract talks with veteran QB Jacoby Brissett, who may be the 2026 starter as Ty Simpson heads to the Rams; the team hasn’t named a starter yet and Love will be introduced soon, while they also evaluate remaining draft options (per Daniel Jeremiah’s list) at defensive backs and offensive line as part of their broader roster plan.
Arizona was prepared to draft Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love at No. 3, but a wrong phone number delayed contact and negotiations; the NFL restricts players’ numbers to protect privacy, and it's unclear how the league fixed the issue in time for the Cardinals to call Love, with only minimal trade chatter reported.
Arizona's quarterback situation remains unsettled as GM Monti Ossenfort says no starter has been named while the team installs a new offense; Jacoby Brissett and Gardner Minshew are in the mix, the staff will evaluate the room in August, and the Cardinals could add a quarterback via the draft or later, keeping options open.
The relationship between Kyler Murray and Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort appears strained, with reports they have not spoken this offseason despite Ossenfort’s claim they did. Murray carries $36.8 million guaranteed for 2026, and the Cardinals would prefer a trade if possible. A trade before June 1 would keep the 2026 cap hit around $18 million, while if Murray remains on the roster past March 15, his 2027 base salary of $19.5 million would be guaranteed.
Arizona Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort discusses the team's draft preparation and strategy, emphasizing the importance of doing what's best for the team amidst fan favorites and potential trade scenarios. With 11 draft picks and the 4th overall pick, Ossenfort remains open to trade offers while considering the team's long-term needs. Coach Jonathan Gannon expresses players' investment in the team's draft plans, highlighting the anticipation surrounding the upcoming NFL Draft.
Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort is open to trade offers for the team's No. 4 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, with trade talks expected to intensify at the upcoming Annual League Meeting. Ossenfort and head coach Jonathan Gannon will be open to considering offers that could help build the team, as they look to address roster needs including a No. 1 wide receiver, interior offensive line help, additions along the defensive line, and cornerbacks. Ossenfort also discussed the decision of Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison, Jr. to skip the NFL Scouting Combine and pro day, emphasizing the importance of gathering as much information as possible during the draft evaluation process.
G.M. Monti Ossenfort of the Arizona Cardinals stated that the team plans to be "active" in free agency but emphasized the dangers and uncertainties involved, expressing a preference for building the roster through the draft. With the third overall pick and multiple selections, the Cardinals aim to address various needs, including the wide receiver position, while acknowledging the team's overall need for improvement.
Arizona Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort discusses the team's philosophy for the upcoming 2024 NFL Draft, emphasizing the importance of building through the draft and being open to all options, including potential trades. With 11 picks, including the No. 4 and No. 27 selections, the Cardinals have the opportunity to make significant moves. Ossenfort stresses the focus on talented players who fit the team's culture and needs, while also highlighting the importance of game tape in player evaluation and the upcoming combine in shaping their draft decisions.
The Arizona Cardinals will open their 2023 training camp to the public on July 27, with free tickets available to season-ticket holders and other fans. The team's Red & White Practice will take place on August 5, and the schedule includes several open practices throughout the month. Details for the Back Together Weekend and Red & White Practice will be announced later.
The Arizona Cardinals gave fans a behind-the-scenes look at general manager Monti Ossenfort's wild first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, which included multiple deals and numerous phone calls. Ossenfort's early persistence paid off with the successful execution of the first trade of the evening with the Houston Texans, and he later worked his way back into the 5-7 pick range to nab offensive lineman Paris Johnson with the sixth overall pick in exchange for picks 12, 34, and 168. Ossenfort credited his staff for their preparation and trade scenario analysis.
The Arizona Cardinals have traded their No. 96 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft to the Detroit Lions in exchange for three selections. This is the latest trade made by new general manager Monti Ossenfort during the draft and his second deal with Detroit. The Cardinals have been active in the draft, making several trades to acquire future draft capital and players.
Despite being sanctioned for tampering just before the NFL Draft, Arizona Cardinals' rookie general manager Monti Ossenfort recovered well by trading picks and landing offensive lineman Paris Johnson Jr. He turned picks Nos. 3, 34, and 105 into a behemoth from Ohio State, the 33rd overall pick, and first- and third-round picks in the 2024 draft. Ossenfort also served notice to the rest of the NFL that he isn't in the business of giving away DeAndre Hopkins.
In a mock draft exercise, the Arizona Cardinals are advised to keep their No. 3 pick and select Will Anderson Jr., an outside linebacker from Alabama. The Cardinals should then add more defensive players in the second, third, and fourth rounds, including Will McDonald IV, Eli Ricks, and Kobie Turner. The team should also address their center position by drafting Olusegun Oluwatimi and Alex Forsyth in the fifth and sixth rounds, respectively. The Cardinals' overall draft grade is an A-.