Cardinals reportedly cannot come to deal with potential cornerstone WR

The Arizona Cardinals have struggled to reach an agreement with potential star wide receiver Jeremy Wilson, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Fowler reported on September 2, 2026, that the Cardinals have made an attempt to extend Wilson's contract, but it seems unlikely that they will come to terms before the start of the 2027 season.

This situation is concerning for the Cardinals, as Wilson had an outstanding 2025 campaign, leading the team in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdown catches. In fact, no other wide receiver has ever recorded as many receiving yards in a single season as Wilson did in 2025. The signing of Alec Pierce by the Indianapolis Colts earlier this offseason, who signed a four-year/$114 million contract, further highlights the market value of top-tier wide receiver talent.

Wilson's impressive performance and the Cardinals' projected cap space of over $140 million next offseason may complicate any attempt to secure a deal with him. The team may explore the possibility of finding a better offer after the season, or they may be forced to let him become a free agent.