Arizona Cardinals 2026 Roster Could be Better than 2025 Roster

In this episode, Alex Clancy dives deep into the Arizona Cardinals' 53-man roster, raising the provocative question: is this year's team actually more talented than last year's? He breaks down each position group, comparing departures like Calais Campbell, Dalvin Tomlinson, Jalen Thompson, and Will Hernandez to the current crop, and discusses key upgrades at running back, wide receiver, and tight end. Alex Clancy makes the case that, while the defense may have taken a step back, the offensive improvements and depth—especially at running back with Tyler Allgeier and Jeremiyah Love—could move the team forward overall. The conversation shifts to the defense: could moving Mack Wilson to outside linebacker unlock new potential for Arizona's pass rush? Alex Clancy explores scheme possibilities, the fit with newcomers like Jack Gibbons, and whether a position switch is hiding in plain sight. Finally, Alex Clancy addresses the possibility of Tyler Allgeier emerging as RB1, especially with Jeremiyah Love dealing with a high ankle sprain. He examines why Allgeier is an elite insurance policy, how the Cardinals’ deep backfield could weather injuries, and what fans might expect if Allgeier gets a larger workload. Throughout the episode, Alex Clancy offers nuanced takes, awaits answers to big preseason questions, and invites listeners to consider whether the Cardinals’ roster is being underrated heading into the new season. Let's discuss.   Photo Credit: Patrick Breen - Imagn Images   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season.   KALSHI For a limited time,Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get $10 when you trade $10. Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/lockedonnfl! #squarepod Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)     Find and follow Locked On Cardinals on your favorite podcast platforms:     Apple https://apple.co/3gzT6Pg Spotify https://spoti.fi/3wsOL7a Audacy https://bit.ly/3xdaqjU Stitcher https://bit.ly/3cFWffn Google https://buff.ly/2yH7WOl Megaphone https://bit.ly/2RUBlC5 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.