As Jonathan Gannon heads into Year 3, the Cardinals are hoping to finally take a step forward. 2024 marked their third straight losing season, but there were signs of progress.

Kyler Murray played a full campaign for the first time since 2020, showing flashes of his old self despite some ups and downs. His chemistry with rookie wideout Marvin Harrison Jr. is still a work in progress, but with Trey McBride and James Conner continuing to emerge as reliable playmakers, the offense has a solid core to build around.

It’s clear the front office and coaching staff are betting on internal growth for the offense, making minimal changes and trusting the current core to improve. Instead, the focus this offseason has been defense.

Six of their seven draft picks were defensive players, and their biggest free agent moves brought in edge rusher Josh Sweat from Philadelphia and defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson from Cleveland. Whether that’s enough to compete in the brutal NFC West remains to be seen.

📺 Top 5 Must-Watch Cardinals Games in 2025

🏈 Week 4 (Sept 25) - @ Seattle Seahawks

Prime Video, 8:15 PM ET

The Cards' first primetime game of the season comes in one of the NFL’s toughest environments. With momentum from a big road game in Santa Clara, a win here would be huge for Arizona’s divisional push.

🏈 Week 7 (Oct 19) - vs Green Bay Packers

FOX, 4:25 PM ET

A midseason clash with another NFC contender. If the Cardinals are serious about playoff football, this is the kind of game they need to win.

🏈 Week 9 (Nov 3) - @ Dallas Cowboys

ESPN/ABC, 8:15 PM ET

Fresh off a Week 8 bye, this Monday night showdown in Dallas is a prime chance for Arizona to make a national statement in the playoff race.

🏈 Week 14 (Dec 7) - vs LA Rams

FOX, 4:25 PM ET

The first matchup with the reigning division champs kicks off a brutal closing stretch. A win here could set the tone for the season’s final run.

🏈 Week 17 (TBD) - @ Cincinnati Bengals

TBD

A late-season showdown against a top-tier AFC team. With playoff seeding on the line, this game should have serious potential, and must-watch written all over it. 🌙 Cardinals in Prime Time: When to Tune In

Thursday Night (TNF) Games
- Week 4 vs Seattle
Monday Night (MNF) Games
- Week 9 @ Dallas

The front half of Arizona’s 2025 schedule offers a much softer landing than the brutal stretch awaiting them later in the season. While a Thursday night win would be a solid start, most Cardinals fans have their eyes set on Monday night’s clash with the Dallas Cowboys. Given last year’s post-bye collapse, a strong showing after their Week 8 rest is crucial. There’s also buzz around a potential additional primetime spotlight, with the Week 17 matchup against Cincinnati a candidate to be flexed.

⭐️ 2025 Star Players to Watch

🔥 On OffenseKyler Murray – A true dual-threat QB who can take over games if he finds consistency.Trey McBride – A physical, highlight-reel tight end and one of Murray’s go-to weapons.Marvin Harrison Jr. – A rising star at wideout with elite potential entering Year 2.

🛡️ On DefenseJosh Sweat – A proven edge rusher who can wreck gameplans off the edge.Walter Nolen III – First-round DT rookie expected to dominate in the trenches.Budda Baker – Veteran safety and emotional leader coming off a career-high in tackles.Will Johnson – Talented rookie CB with upside, looking to bounce back from injury.

How to Watch the Cardinals in 2025

It varies game to game. For the best, most in-depth access, NFL Network offers the most complete coverage. Nationally broadcast games are available on major networks such as Fox, CBS, and NBC, with other offerings on Prime Video and Netflix as well.

💡 Pro Tip: For full schedule and TV listings, visit our Arizona Cardinals Subpage.

🧠 Final Thought: Can they be an NFC threat?

Progress will be the name of the game for the Cardinals in 2025. After doubling their win total from 4 to 8 last season, the foundation has clearly been laid. Now it’s time to take the next step, not just competing in the NFC West but emerging as a legitimate postseason threat for the first time in years. The pieces are in place and expectations are rising. All that’s left is executio.

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Written by: Venuse, Inc. (Sports Content Creator)

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