Cardinals vs. Packers: 3 position battles to watch in preseason finale
There aren't many position battles to watch for the Cardinals' roster. Here are three to know.
The Arizona Cardinals are set to face the Green Bay Packers in their preseason finale on Friday night, after which they must reduce their roster to 53 players. Several athletes are guaranteed roster spots and will not be playing in the game, while some possess a final opportunity to make an impression. These individuals who could impact the final roster include WRs Simi Fehoko, Jalen Brooks, Reggie Virgil, and Ihmir Smith-Marsette.
The Cardinals have seemingly four receiver spots locked up, leaving only one or two spots uncertain. The outcome might hinge on any of these four players.
On the offensive line (OL), Matt Pryor, Hayden Conner, and Oli Udoh stand a chance at securing a backup guard position. Given that Chase Bisontis is out for the season and Isaiah Adams is dealing with a knee injury, there is an available spot for a backup guard, particularly if Jon Gaines is called upon to start the season. Conner possesses versatility as both a guard and center, while Pryor and Udoh have versatility as guards or tackles, and both possess a wealth of starting experience.
Additionally, CBs Elijah Jones, Kei Trel Clark, and Star Thomas are all seasoned Cardinals, inflicting a battle for the same position. If the Cardinals retain six cornerbacks, the final decision will come down to one of Jones, who shows the most potential, or Clark and Thomas, who have extensive on-field experience in Nick Rallis' defense.
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