Arizona Cardinals Depth Chart
The latest official Cardinals depth chart lists Jacoby Brissett at quarterback, Tyler Allgeier at running back, Trey McBride at tight end, Marvin Harrison
Arizona Cardinals depth chart 2026: The latest official Cardinals depth chart lists Jacoby Brissett at quarterback, Tyler Allgeier at running back, Trey McBride at tight end, Marvin Harrison Jr. and Michael Wilson among the top wide receivers, Paris Johnson Jr. at left tackle, and Budda Baker among the starting safeties. The depth chart is fluid during preseason, and recent transactions have already changed several positions.
As of August 25, 2026, Arizona is transitioning from Jonathan Gannon to first-year head coach Mike LaFleur. The coaching staff includes Nathaniel Hackett as offensive coordinator and Nick Rallis returning as defensive coordinator.
Key Statistics
Arizona Cardinals 2026 Depth Chart
The Cardinals’ official depth-chart page currently lists the following personnel. Because the NFL preseason roster is still being finalized, these listings should not be treated as a locked Week 1 lineup.
| Position | First | Second | Third | Fourth | Fifth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WR Group 1 | Marvin Harrison Jr. | Jalen Brooks | Ihmir Smith-Marsette | — | — |
| LT | Paris Johnson Jr. | Josh Fryar | Matt Pryor | Christian Jones | — |
| LG | Isaac Seumalo | Hayden Conner | Valentin Senn | — | — |
| C | Hjalte Froholdt | Jon Gaines II | Ka’ena De Cambra | — | — |
| RG | Isaiah Adams | Oli Udoh | — | — | — |
| RT | Elijah Wilkinson | Jayden Williams | Demontrey Jacobs | — | — |
| TE | Trey McBride | Elijah Higgins | Teagan Quitoriano | Rivaldo Fairweather | Shawn Bowman |
| WR Group 2 | Kendrick Bourne | Devin Duvernay | Xavier Weaver | — | — |
| WR Group 3 | Michael Wilson | Simi Fehoko | Reggie Virgil | Harrison Wallace III | — |
| QB | Jacoby Brissett | Gardner Minshew II | Carson Beck | Kedon Slovis | — |
| RB | Tyler Allgeier | Jeremiyah Love | James Conner | Bam Knight | Corey Kiner / Evan Hull / Tre Stewart |
| DT | Darius Robinson | Dante Stills | Zach Carter | Keveion’ta Spears | — |
| NT | Roy Lopez | Andrew Billings | Damonic Williams | Brodric Martin-Rhodes | — |
| DT | Walter Nolen III | L.J. Collier | Jonah Williams | Cam Horsley | — |
| OLB | Jordan Burch | Eku Leota | Cameron Robertson | — | — |
| ILB | Cody Simon | Owen Pappoe | Karson Sharar | — | — |
| ILB | Mack Wilson Sr. | Jack Gibbens | Eugene Asante | — | — |
| OLB | Zaven Collins / Baron Browning | BJ Ojulari | Elliott Brown | — | — |
| CB | Denzel Burke / Max Melton | Elijah Jones | Quinton Newsome | — | — |
| CB | Will Johnson | Kei’Trel Clark | Starling Thomas V | Elijah Culp | — |
| CB | Sean Murphy-Bunting | Kalen King | — | — | — |
| S | Andrew Wingard | Kitan Crawford | Isaiah Oliver | — | — |
| S | Budda Baker | Dadrion Taylor-Demerson | Wydett Williams Jr. | — | — |
| K | Chad Ryland | — | — | — | — |
| P | Blake Gillikin | — | — | — | — |
| LS | Casey Kreiter | — | — | — | — |
The official Cardinals page lists the position groups and player order; its current display differs from some preseason depth-chart services in the way it groups wide receivers and defensive linemen.
Important Roster Changes
| Player | Position | 2026 Status / Change |
| Josh Sweat | OLB | Activated from PUP on Aug. 24 |
| Trey Benson | RB | Waived/injured after knee problems |
| Xavier Weaver | WR | Placed on injured reserve |
| Garrett Williams | CB | Activated from PUP before the latest roster moves |
| Dadrion Taylor-Demerson | S | Day-to-day with rib injury |
| Wydett Williams Jr. | S | Suffered concussion |
| Kalen King | CB | Suffered concussion |
| Blake Gillikin | P | Groin injury; unavailable for the preseason finale |
Arizona activated Josh Sweat from the physically unable to perform list on August 24 and waived/injured running back Trey Benson. Weaver was also placed on injured reserve.
Sweat’s return is especially significant because he led the Cardinals with 12 sacks in 2025, while Benson leaves after two seasons and 17 games with Arizona. Benson finished his Cardinals career with 92 carries for 451 yards, a 4.9-yard average.
2025 Production of Major 2026 Depth-Chart Players
| Player | Position | 2025 Games | Key 2025 Statistics |
| Jacoby Brissett | QB | 17 | 3,366 pass yds, 23 TD, 8 INT |
| Trey McBride | TE | 17 | 126 rec, 1,239 yds, 11 TD |
| Michael Wilson | WR | 17 | 78 rec, 1,006 yds, 7 TD |
| Marvin Harrison Jr. | WR | 12 | 41 rec, 608 yds, 4 TD |
| Budda Baker | S | 17 | 120 tackles, 0.5 sack, 1 INT |
| Denzel Burke | CB | 17 | 49 tackles, 3 INT, 11 PD |
| Josh Sweat | OLB | 17 | 30 tackles, 12 sacks, 4 FF |
| Darius Robinson | DL | 17 | 43 tackles, 1 sack |
| Zaven Collins | OLB | 17 | 40 tackles, 1.5 sacks |
| Cody Simon | ILB | 17 | 76 tackles, 0.5 sack, 1 FF |
Arizona’s official 2025 statistics show Brissett led the team in passing, McBride led receiving, Baker led tackles, Sweat led sacks and Burke led interceptions.
Career Overview
The Arizona Cardinals are one of the NFL’s oldest franchises. The organization began in 1898, became a charter NFL member in 1920 and has operated under the Chicago, St. Louis, Phoenix and Arizona Cardinals identities.
Pro Football Reference lists the franchise through 2026 with 107 seasons, an all-time regular-season record of 596-826-41, a 7-10 playoff record, two pre-Super Bowl NFL championships and one Super Bowl appearance.
The Cardinals won NFL championships in 1925 and 1947. The 1947 championship team defeated Philadelphia 28-21 and was led by Hall of Famer Charley Trippi and the “Million Dollar Backfield.”
The franchise’s most recent Super Bowl appearance came after the 2008 season. Arizona reached Super Bowl XLIII, where the Cardinals lost 27-23 to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
The 2026 team begins a new coaching era under Mike LaFleur, who was hired as head coach on February 2, 2026. LaFleur previously spent three seasons as the Los Angeles Rams’ offensive coordinator.
Career Statistics
Because a depth chart represents an entire team rather than one player, “career statistics” are most accurately represented by the franchise’s all-time statistical leaders.
Arizona Cardinals Franchise Leaders
| Category | Player | Career Total |
| Passing yards | Jim Hart | 34,639 |
| Passing TDs | Jim Hart | 209 |
| Rushing yards | Ottis Anderson | 7,999 |
| Rushing TDs | Ottis Anderson | 46 |
| Receptions | Larry Fitzgerald | 1,432 |
| Receiving yards | Larry Fitzgerald | 17,492 |
| Receiving TDs | Larry Fitzgerald | 121 |
| Points | Jim Bakken | 1,380 |
| Approximate Value | Larry Fitzgerald | 138 AV |
| Winningest coach | Bruce Arians | 50-32-1 including playoffs |
Pro Football Reference identifies Hart, Anderson, Fitzgerald and Bakken as the franchise’s respective career statistical leaders.
Selected Current Cardinals Career Totals
| Player | Position | Career through 2025 | Key Career Numbers |
| Michael Wilson | WR | 46 games | 163 receptions, 2,119 yards, 14 TD |
| Marvin Harrison Jr. | WR | 29 games | 103 receptions, 1,493 yards, 12 TD |
| Denzel Burke | CB | 17 games | 48 tackles, 3 INT, 11 PD |
| Trey McBride | TE | 2022-25 | 126 receptions in 2025; 2025 was his fourth season |
Wilson has recorded at least 500 receiving yards and three touchdown receptions in each of his first three seasons, joining Larry Fitzgerald, Christian Kirk and Mal Kutner as the only Cardinals players to reach those thresholds in each of their first three seasons.
Harrison’s first two seasons produced 103 receptions for 1,493 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Burke’s rookie season included 48 official tackles, three interceptions and 11 passes defended.
Season-by-Season Stats
Arizona Cardinals Recent Regular-Season Record
| Season | Record | NFC West Finish | Points For | Points Against | Postseason |
| 2019 | 5-10-1 | 4th | 361 | 442 | Did not qualify |
| 2020 | 8-8 | 3rd | 410 | 367 | Did not qualify |
| 2021 | 11-6 | 2nd | 449 | 366 | Lost Wild Card |
| 2022 | 4-13 | 4th | 340 | 449 | Did not qualify |
| 2023 | 4-13 | 4th | 330 | 455 | Did not qualify |
| 2024 | 8-9 | 3rd | 400 | 379 | Did not qualify |
| 2025 | 3-14 | 4th | 355 | 488 | Did not qualify |
The 2021 season was the high point of this seven-season stretch at 11-6, although Arizona lost 34-11 to the Los Angeles Rams in the Wild Card round.
The 2024 Cardinals improved to 8-9 while scoring 400 points and allowing 379.
The 2025 team declined to 3-14, scoring 355 points and allowing 488.
2025 Team Statistical Profile
| Statistic | Cardinals | Opponents |
| First downs | 332 | 380 |
| Rushing first downs | 91 | 134 |
| Passing first downs | 216 | 215 |
| Total offensive yards | 5,538 | 6,081 |
| Rushing yards | 1,583 | 2,158 |
| Passing yards | 4,354 | 4,128 |
| Offensive plays | 1,107 | 1,133 |
| Yards per play | 5.0 | 5.4 |
| Passing completions | 427 | 375 |
| Passing attempts | 649 | 572 |
| Interceptions thrown | 11 | 10 |
| Sacks | 59 | 30 |
| Touchdowns | 40 | 54 |
| Turnover ratio | -2 | — |
Arizona finished 2025 with 5,538 offensive yards, 1,583 rushing yards and 4,354 passing yards. The defense allowed 6,081 total yards and 54 touchdowns.
Records
Franchise Records
| Record | Cardinals Leader | Mark |
| All-time passing yards | Jim Hart | 34,639 |
| All-time passing TDs | Jim Hart | 209 |
| All-time rushing yards | Ottis Anderson | 7,999 |
| All-time receptions | Larry Fitzgerald | 1,432 |
| All-time receiving yards | Larry Fitzgerald | 17,492 |
| All-time receiving TDs | Larry Fitzgerald | 121 |
| All-time points | Jim Bakken | 1,380 |
| All-time AV | Larry Fitzgerald | 138 |
| Franchise championships | Cardinals | 2 |
| Super Bowl appearances | Cardinals | 1 |
Recent Statistical Records
Trey McBride produced one of the most significant statistical seasons in Cardinals history in 2025. His 126 receptions established an NFL single-season record for a tight end, surpassing Zach Ertz’s previous mark of 116. His 1,239 receiving yards and 11 receiving touchdowns also established Cardinals single-season records for a tight end.
McBride became the first tight end in NFL history to record 100-plus receptions in consecutive seasons, and he joined Larry Fitzgerald as the only Cardinals players to record 100-plus receptions and 1,000-plus receiving yards in consecutive seasons.
Denzel Burke’s three interceptions in 2025 were the most by a Cardinals rookie since Patrick Peterson had four in 2011. Burke also became the first Cardinals rookie since Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie in 2008 to record at least three interceptions and 10 passes defended in a season.
Awards and Honors
Franchise Honors
| Honor | Cardinals Achievement |
| NFL Championships | 1925, 1947 |
| Super Bowl appearances | Super Bowl XLIII after 2008 season |
| Pro Football Hall of Fame | Multiple franchise legends |
| Cardinals Ring of Honor | Includes major franchise legends |
| 2025 First-Team All-Pro | Trey McBride |
| 2025 Pro Bowl | Budda Baker and other Cardinals selections |
The Cardinals’ two NFL championships came in 1925 and 1947.
Trey McBride
McBride was named first-team All-Pro for the 2025 season, becoming the first Cardinals tight end to receive first-team All-Pro recognition. He also earned Pro Bowl recognition following his record-setting season.
Budda Baker
Baker entered 2026 with eight Pro Bowl selections, including seven consecutive selections as a starter at safety. In 2025 he recorded 120 tackles, 0.5 sack and one interception.
Larry Fitzgerald
Fitzgerald’s Cardinals honors include 11 Pro Bowl selections, three first-team All-Pro selections, the 2008 NFL Offensive Player of the Year award and the 2016 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2026.
Kurt Warner
Warner’s Cardinals honors include the 2008 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award, four Pro Bowl selections and his induction into the Cardinals Ring of Honor and Pro Football Hall of Fame.
Performance Trends
Quarterback
The quarterback room is one of the biggest changes entering 2026. Kyler Murray was released by Arizona on March 11, 2026, after the Cardinals moved into a new offensive era under LaFleur and Hackett.
Jacoby Brissett was Arizona’s leading passer in 2025, throwing for 3,366 yards, 23 touchdowns and eight interceptions. The official depth chart lists Gardner Minshew II behind him, followed by rookie Carson Beck and Kedon Slovis.
Tight End
Trey McBride is the clearest statistical centerpiece of the 2026 offense. His 2025 season produced:
- 126 receptions
- 1,239 receiving yards
- 11 touchdowns
- First-team All-Pro selection
- NFL single-season tight-end reception record
- Cardinals single-season records for receptions, receiving yards and receiving touchdowns by a tight end
Wide Receiver
Michael Wilson broke out in 2025 with 78 receptions for 1,006 yards and seven touchdowns, while Harrison finished with 41 receptions for 608 yards and four touchdowns in 12 games.
Wilson’s 1,006 yards made him Arizona’s second-leading receiver behind McBride. Harrison remains the highest-drafted receiver on the current roster, having been selected fourth overall in 2024.
Running Back
The running-back depth chart is particularly fluid. The official chart lists Allgeier first, Love second and James Conner third, while the August 24 transaction removed Trey Benson from the room.
Arizona’s 2025 rushing attack produced only 1,583 yards, while opponents ran for 2,158 yards against the Cardinals.
Defensive Line and Pass Rush
Josh Sweat’s return could materially alter the defensive depth chart. He led Arizona with 12 sacks and four forced fumbles in 2025, both career highs.
Walter Nolen III, Darius Robinson, Roy Lopez and Dante Stills form the core of the defensive-line group, while Sweat, Zaven Collins, Jordan Burch and Baron Browning provide the main outside-linebacker depth.
Secondary
Budda Baker remains the centerpiece of the secondary. Arizona’s 2025 defense also received productive seasons from Denzel Burke and Dadrion Taylor-Demerson. Burke led the team with three interceptions, while Taylor-Demerson had two.
The cornerback group is deeper than it was a year earlier, with Will Johnson, Denzel Burke, Max Melton, Garrett Williams and Sean Murphy-Bunting all competing for significant roles.
Historical Context
The Cardinals have one of the longest histories in professional American football, but the franchise’s modern statistical profile has been considerably less successful than its early championship history.
The team won NFL championships in 1925 and 1947 but has never won a Super Bowl. Its only Super Bowl appearance came following the 2008 season.
The franchise’s all-time record through 2026 is 596-826-41, which reflects more than a century of competition across several cities and league eras.
Larry Fitzgerald represents the most productive offensive era in franchise history. His 17,492 receiving yards rank second all-time in NFL history according to the Cardinals’ official profile, while his 1,432 receptions and 121 receiving touchdowns are Cardinals franchise records.
The current roster has begun creating its own statistical history. McBride’s 2025 season is particularly significant because his 126 receptions exceeded the previous NFL tight-end single-season record by 10 receptions.
The 2026 roster also contains a direct connection to the Cardinals’ historical offensive identity through Harrison. He follows Larry Fitzgerald and Ahmad Rashad as one of only three Cardinals receivers selected in the top five of the NFL Draft.
Recent Form
2025 Regular Season
Arizona finished 3-14, fourth in the NFC West. The team scored 355 points and allowed 488, ranking 23rd in the NFL in points scored and 29th in points allowed.
The 2025 Cardinals produced:
| Category | 2025 Result |
| Record | 3-14 |
| NFC West | 4th |
| Points scored | 355 |
| Points allowed | 488 |
| Points per game | 20.9 |
| Total offense | 5,538 yards |
| Rushing | 1,583 yards |
| Passing | 4,354 yards |
| Sacks made | 59 |
| Touchdowns | 40 |
| Turnover ratio | -2 |
2026 Coaching Change
Mike LaFleur replaced Jonathan Gannon as head coach. Nathaniel Hackett was hired as offensive coordinator, while Nick Rallis was retained as defensive coordinator.
LaFleur arrives after three seasons coordinating the Rams’ offense. During that period, Los Angeles won 32 games, made three playoff appearances and captured one NFC West title. In 2025, the Rams led the NFL in points per game, total net yards per game, passing yards per game, offensive touchdowns, passing touchdowns and total points.
Current Preseason Roster Situation
The Cardinals are still making roster decisions. ESPN’s August 24 projection identified running back and wide receiver as two of the most competitive position groups and highlighted the uncertainty surrounding Josh Sweat’s status. The Cardinals subsequently activated Sweat and waived Benson on the same day.
The 2026 regular-season depth chart therefore remains subject to changes before Week 1.
Statistical Highlights
- 107 seasons of Cardinals franchise history through 2026.
- 596-826-41 all-time regular-season record.
- 7-10 all-time playoff record.
- 2 NFL championships, in 1925 and 1947.
- 1 Super Bowl appearance, Super Bowl XLIII.
- 126 receptions for Trey McBride in 2025, an NFL single-season record for a tight end.
- 1,239 receiving yards for McBride in 2025, a Cardinals single-season tight-end record.
- 11 receiving touchdowns for McBride in 2025, also a Cardinals single-season tight-end record for a tight end.
- 1,006 receiving yards for Michael Wilson in 2025.
- 120 tackles for Budda Baker in 2025.
- 12 sacks for Josh Sweat in 2025.
- 3 interceptions for Denzel Burke in his rookie season.
- 3,366 passing yards for Jacoby Brissett in 2025.
- 59 team sacks by Arizona’s defense in 2025.
- 5,538 total offensive yards in 2025.
- 488 points allowed in 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the Arizona Cardinals starting quarterback in 2026?
The official Arizona Cardinals depth chart currently lists Jacoby Brissett first at quarterback, followed by Gardner Minshew II, Carson Beck and Kedon Slovis.
Who is RB1 on the Arizona Cardinals depth chart?
The official depth chart currently lists Tyler Allgeier first at running back, followed by Jeremiyah Love and James Conner.
Is Trey Benson still on the Cardinals?
No. Arizona waived/injured Benson on August 24, 2026 after knee problems. He played 17 games in two Cardinals seasons and finished with 451 rushing yards on 92 carries.
Who is the Cardinals tight end?
Trey McBride is the top tight end on the 2026 depth chart. He enters the season after a record-setting 2025 campaign with 126 receptions, 1,239 yards and 11 touchdowns.
Who are the Arizona Cardinals’ starting wide receivers?
The official depth chart lists Marvin Harrison Jr., Michael Wilson and Kendrick Bourne as the first players in its three WR groupings. The page does not label those groups as traditional X, Z and slot positions.
Who is the Cardinals’ best defensive player?
Budda Baker is the most decorated current Cardinals defender, with eight Pro Bowl selections entering 2026. Josh Sweat was Arizona’s leading pass rusher in 2025 with 12 sacks and four forced fumbles.
Is Josh Sweat on the Cardinals’ depth chart?
Sweat was activated from the PUP list on August 24. The official depth-chart page may lag the transaction because it currently does not display him in the defensive group, but the Cardinals confirmed his activation.
Who leads the Cardinals all-time in receiving?
Larry Fitzgerald is the franchise leader with 1,432 receptions, 17,492 receiving yards and 121 receiving touchdowns.
Who leads the Cardinals all-time in passing?
Jim Hart leads the franchise with 34,639 passing yards and 209 passing touchdowns.
Who leads the Cardinals all-time in rushing?
Ottis Anderson is the franchise rushing leader with 7,999 yards and 46 rushing touchdowns.
What was the Cardinals’ record in 2025?
Arizona finished 3-14, fourth in the NFC West. The Cardinals scored 355 points and allowed 488.
Who is the Cardinals’ new head coach in 2026?
Mike LaFleur became Arizona’s head coach in February 2026 after three seasons as the Los Angeles Rams’ offensive coordinator.
Who is Arizona’s offensive coordinator in 2026?
Nathaniel Hackett is the Cardinals’ offensive coordinator.
Who is Arizona’s defensive coordinator in 2026?
Nick Rallis remains the Cardinals’ defensive coordinator under Mike LaFleur.
What is the Cardinals’ defensive scheme?
The Cardinals’ recent defensive structure has been based around a 3-4 alignment, although specific personnel groupings and packages can vary during games. Pro Football Reference listed Arizona’s 2025 defensive alignment as 3-4.
Sources and References
- Arizona Cardinals official depth chart — current offense, defense and special-teams listings.
- Arizona Cardinals official transactions — current 2026 roster moves, including the release of Kyler Murray and coaching changes.
- Arizona Cardinals official roster and statistics — 2025 player and team statistics.
- Arizona Cardinals official 2026 coaching staff — Mike LaFleur, Nathaniel Hackett, Nick Rallis and Michael Ghobrial.
- Arizona Cardinals official 2026 roster news — Josh Sweat activation, Trey Benson waiver and current injury-related roster changes.
- Pro Football Reference — franchise records, historical statistics, season records and playoff history.
- ESPN — 2026 Cardinals roster projection and preseason roster analysis.
- Ourlads — independent NFL depth-chart reference used for cross-checking personnel and positional assignments.
Data status: The 2026 Arizona Cardinals depth chart is a preseason document and can change before the regular-season opener. The official Cardinals page and the team’s August 24 transaction report are therefore given priority over older third-party depth-chart snapshots. No 2026 regular-season player statistics exist yet because the regular season has not begun. The latest complete player statistics used in this article are from the 2025 regular season.
