The Cardinals allowed 369 yards and 30 points during the Week 10 win over the Bills and play the Seahawks on Thursday.

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The Cardinals gave up 27 points and 312 yards during the Week 9 loss to the Dolphins and play the Bills on Sunday.

Analysis: Rookie QB Tua Tagovailoa totaled 283 yards and three touchdowns as Arizona was unable to rattle him coming out of its bye week. Things don't get much easier in Week 10, as QB Josh Allen and the Bills torched the Seahawks for 44 points last week. Buffalo has endured some offensive consistency this season, but Allen has flashed his MVP potential and Arizona also hasn't provided much defensive stability. The Cardinals D/ST is a risky option this weekend with the Bills coming off their best…read more

The Cardinals come out of their bye week ranked tied-22nd in total defense and ninth in scoring (22.9 PPG), and they will play the Dolphins on Sunday.

Analysis: Arizona surrendered 34 points to Seattle prior to the bye week but had two sacks and three interceptions to salvage some fantasy value. It has been a solid defensive unit most of the season and ranks tied-10th in sacks (19) and tied-12th in takeaways (10). Rookie QB Tua Tagovailoa received the first start of his career last week for the Dolphins and managed only 93 passing yards on 22 attempts, so this should be a strong matchup for the Cardinals. Top RB Myles Gaskin (knee) is also out, so…read more

The Cardinals allowed 344 yards and 10 points during the Week 6 win over the Cowboys and play the Seahawks on Sunday.

Analysis: It was an absolutley dominating performance from Arizona, as it had four takeaways and three sacks. It's quite the turnaround in the turnover battle, as the Cardinals entered the contest with only three takeaways through five games. QB Russell Wilson is the early favorite for MVP as the Seahawks have the highest-scoring offense (33.8 PPG) in the league. In addition, Seattle will be as healthy as possible and have extra prep time while coming off its bye week. The Cardinals D/ST just delivered…read more

The Cardinals allowed 285 yards and 10 points during the Week 5 win over the Jets and play the Cowboys on Monday.

Analysis: Arizona had three sacks and were unable to force any turnovers, but it held New York in check with 4.5 yards per play. The injury to QB Dak Prescott (ankle) certainly diminishes the outlook for Dallas' offense, but Andy Dalton is arguably the best backup in the league and should be a solid replacement option. Dalton is unlikely to keep up with the team's current offensive production (32.6 PPG and 488 YPG), but he's hardly a dream matchup for fantasy defenses like most backup QBs. The Cardinals…read more

The Cardinals allowed 31 points and 444 yards during the Week 4 loss to the Panthers and play the Jets on Sunday.

Analysis: QB Teddy Bridgewater averaged 7.5 yards per pass, added 32 yards on the ground and totaled three touchdowns as Arizona allowed Carolina to completely control the game. The Jets are averaging 16.3 points and 278 yards and has five giveaways through four games, so Week 5 is a prime opportunity for a rebound performance from the Cardinals D/ST.

The Cardinals allowed 26 points and 322 yards during the Week 3 loss to the Lions and play the Panthers on Sunday.

Analysis: Arizona had four sacks but was unable to forced any turnovers, while its offense had three giveaways. The Cardinals have only two takeaways through three games, but they do rank near the top of the league in sacks (11). The Arizona D/ST is a strong matchup in Week 4 since the Panthers remain without top-offensive weapon Christian McCaffrey (ankle).

Arizona gave up 316 yards and 15 points to Washington on Sunday and play Detroit in Week 3.

Analysis: The Cardinals had four sacks and two takeaways while holding the Football Team to three points through three quarters, though it did manage a pair of late touchdowns. It's a strong start to the season for Arizona with only 35 points allowed through two weeks, and Detroit hasn't exactly been a juggernaut offensively so far. QB Matthew Stafford can still put up points with the best of them, but the health of top-wideout Kenny Golladay (hamstring) should be a significant factor in valuing the…read more

Arizona gave up 366 yards and 20 points the San Francisco in Week 1 and play Washington on Sunday.

Analysis: The Cardinals had a strong performance on the road in the season opener with three sacks, though they did fail to force a turnover. Washington totaled only 239 yards Week 1 and also allowed three sacks, so Arizona has the potential for solid defensive production against a young offense.

The Cardinals will face the 49ers in the season opener Sunday.

Analysis: Arizona won't ease into the schedule in 2020 as it faces the top team from the NFC last season. The Cardinals were able to slow down the 49ers potent rushing attack in their two matchups in 2019, but instead gave up 718 passing yards. The Cards finished last season near the bottom of the league in total defense (402.0 YPG), scoring (27.2 PPG) and takeaways (17), and there isn't much reason to expect a significant improvement in 2020 until the unit proves otherwise.

The Cardinals finished ranked 28th in scoring defense (27.2 PPG), 32nd in total defense (402.0 YPG) and tied-25th in takeaways last season.

Analysis: Arizona has some high-end talent with OLB Chandler Jones, CB Patrick Peterson and S Budda Baker, but the rest of the unit largely struggled in 2019. The additions of No. 8 overall pick LB Isaiah Simmons, DT Jordan Phillips, ILB De'Vondre Campbell and OLB Devon Kennard should balance out the talent level, but with no preseason games it will be difficult to predict just how much of an impact the offseason additions will have on the field. The Cardinals are scheduled to open the season Sept. 13 at…read more

The Cardinals allowed 13 points and 224 yards during the Week 16 win over the Seahawks and play the Rams on Sunday.

Analysis: Arizona had five sacks and one takeaway as QB Russell Wilson was unable to get into a rhythm all game, while injuries to RB Chris Carson (hip) and C.J. Prosise (arm) limited the viability of the run game. The Cardinals haven't provided much fantasy production for most of the season, but the Rams may limit playing time for some banged up starting since they're already eliminated from the playoffs. The Arizona D/ST may have some added upside for Week 17 given the circumstances, but it's not…read more

LB Jordan Hicks is nursing a calf injury as the Cardinals get set to play the Seahawks on Sunday.

Analysis: Arizona played relatively well versus Cleveland in Week 15 with one sack and two takeaways, and it was a garbage-time touchdown away from allowing only 17 points. Still, that performance didn't lead to significant fantasy production, which has been the case for much of the season for Arizona. The Seahawks have a clear offensively identity with their run game that is complemented by QB Russell Wilson's incredible efficiency, leaving the Cardinals D/ST as an avoidable option for Week 16.

The Cardinals allowed 275 yards and 23 points during the Week 14 loss to Steelers and play the Browns on Sunday.

Analysis: Arizona put in a solid defensive performance with three sacks and two takeaways, which is one of its better outings of the season. The Cardinals rank near the bottom of the league in total defense (414.7 YPG), scoring (28.8 PPG) and takeaways (14), and are middle of the pack in sacks (33). Cleveland certainly hasn't enjoyed the offensive season it expected, but Arizona hasn't shown enough defensive to warrant fantasy consideration in Week 15.

The Cardinals surrendered 27 offensive points and 549 yards to the Rams in Week 13 and face the Steelers on Sunday.

Analysis: Los Angeles hadn't exceeded 17 points in their previous three games, but it passed that total by halftime in Arizona. The Cardinals D/ST provided minimal value with one sack and zero takeaways. OLBs Chandler Jones and Terrell Suggs have combined for 18.5 sacks and nine forced fumbles, yet Arizona ranks middle of the pack in sacks (30) and tied-26th in takeaways (12). Pittsburgh seems likely to be without RB James Conner (shoulder) and WR JuJu Smith-Schuster (knee) in addition to having a…read more

The Cardinals come out of their bye week allowing 415.2 YPG and 28.8 PPG and will play the Rams on Sunday.

Analysis: Both marks rank bottom three in the league, while Arizona also struggles to force turnovers (12). OLBs Chandler Jones and Terrell Suggs have combined for 18 sacks and nine forced fumbles, but there's little playmaking to be found elsewhere on the defense. The Rams have only scored 35 points over the last three games, but the Cardinals are too reliant on splash plays from Jones/Suggs to be a reliable fantasy option.

The Cardinals surrendered 457 yards during the 30-27, Week 11 loss to the Buccaneers and will play the 49ers on Sunday.

Analysis: This game went almost exactly to script, as Tampa Bay was consistently able to move the ball despite Arizona posting four sacks and three takeaways. The Cardinals D/ST provided minimal fantasy production in Week 9 against the 49ers (28 points allowed, one sack and zero takeaways), but the potential absences of WR Emmanuel Sanders (ribs) and TE George Kittle (knee) could make this a more favorable matchup. Still, Arizona remains a risky play in Week 11 having allowed 89 points over the last…read more