NEGATIVES: Arizona Cardinals Pass Rush, OL Trending to Have NEGATIVE Impact in 2026

On this episode of Locked On Cardinals, Alex Clancy breaks down the key negatives currently facing the Arizona Cardinals just weeks before the start of training camp. The discussion centers on three major concerns: a lackluster pass rush, uncertainty on the right side of the offensive line, and the ongoing issue of player health. Alex Clancy explores how passing on defensive upgrades in the draft—most notably by selecting Jeremiyah Love with the third overall pick—left the roster with soft spots alongside Josh Sweat in the pass rush and question marks at right guard and right tackle. Specific players like Chase Bisontis, Isaiah Adams, and Elijah Wilkinson come under scrutiny as possible contributors to or solutions for the offensive line issues. There’s also an in-depth look at how lingering injuries, including those to Kaleb Proctor, Garrett Williams, and Walter Nolan, continue to cast a shadow over the team's preparation and cohesion. Alongside analysis of the Cardinals' 2024 opponents and depth chart decisions, Alex Clancy uses candid insight and historical context to explain why these negatives matter—not just for on-field performance, but for establishing a foundation for the team's future. If the pass rush, offensive line, and overall health improve, Alex Clancy hints that the national narrative could quickly shift. But, for now, these problem areas are the biggest obstacles the Cardinals must address as the season approaches. Let's discuss.   Photo Credit: Mark J. Rebilas - Imagn Images Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. Square If you’re starting a business, or running one that deserves better tools, Square helps you sell, manage, and grow without slowing down. Right now, you can get up to $200 off Square hardware at https://square.com/go/LockedOnNFL. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. 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.