{
  "id": 220421,
  "title": "Hall of Fame Game: Arizona Cardinals players to watch",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/06/hall-of-fame-game-arizona-cardinals-players-to-watch",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-06T13:10:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/hall-fame-game-arizona-cardinals-131014718.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Arizona Cardinals will face the Carolina Panthers in the Hall of Fame Game, set to kick off at 8 p.m. ET in Canton, Ohio. Head coach Mike LaFleur expects roughly 35 players on the roster not to play. Key players to watch include starting quarterback Carson Beck, who will make his NFL debut after successfully navigating 43 college games between Georgia and Miami. Quarterback backup Bam Knight will vie for the fourth running back spot, competing against Trey Benson, Corey Kiner, and Edward Hull. Wide receiver Reggie Virgil, the Cardinals' fifth-round pick, has impressed recently and could earn a roster spot, particularly on special teams. Offensive tackles Jayden Williams and Josh Fryar, both rostered last season, will be tested on live action. For the defensive line, linebacker Jordan Burch, a third-round pick, showed promise despite lacking intensity as a rookie. Linebacker BJ Ojulari, who has been sidelined by injuries, will make his preseason return in this game. Lastly, cornerback Elijah Jones, now in his third NFL season, could prove his mettle in this matchup, given the crowded cornerback position.",
  "summary": "With 35 Cardinals players not expected to suit up in the Hall of Fame Game, here are some players to keep an eye on.",
  "key_points": [
    "Arizona Cardinals vs Carolina Panthers in Hall of Fame Game",
    "Head coach Mike LaFleur expects 35 players not to play",
    "Key players to watch: Carson Beck, Bam Knight, Reggie Virgil"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": "https://urgent.news/ill/220421.png",
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Variety",
        "title": "NFL Hall of Fame Game 2026: How to Watch Carolina Panthers vs. Arizona Cardinals Live Online",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/06/nfl-hall-of-fame-game-2026-how-to-watch-carolina-panthers-vs-arizona",
        "published": "2026-08-06T21:00:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}