The Arizona Cardinals have made several key additions to their roster this offseason, potentially making it challenging for some of their 2024 draft picks to secure a spot on the 53-man roster.
Cornerback Competition
- Elijah Jones: Drafted in the third round last year but spent all season on injured reserve due to injury. Faces stiff competition from other cornerbacks.
- Key Competitors:
- Thomas: A star cornerback.
- Max Melton: A second-round pick in 2024.
- Garrett Williams and Will Johnson: Competing for limited positions available in the defensive backfield.
- Denzel Burke: Selected by the Cardinals in the fifth round of this year’s draft.
- Kei’Trel Clark: Remains part of the current roster.
The competition is expected to be intense as these players battle for spots.
Offensive Line Dynamics
- Christian Jones: Had a promising start to his rookie season before suffering an injury that required him to spend time on injured reserve.
- Returning Players:
- Paris Johnson: Expected to return this season.
- Jonah Williams: Also expected back.
- Kelvin Beachum: Returning via free agency.
Christian Jones will compete against Josh Fryar, a rookie free agent from Ohio State University, who was coached by former Cardinal offensive line coach Justin Frye during his college days. This could potentially limit opportunities for Christian Jones unless injuries occur among existing players at those positions.
Wide Receiver Outlook
- Tejhaun Palmer: Did not initially earn a spot on last year’s active roster despite being chosen in the sixth round. He practiced alongside teammates but did not see game action.
Palmer will need considerable improvement or multiple injuries among established receivers to secure a spot on the active roster, similar to the challenges faced by many players competing outside the top-10 rounds annually.
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