The Arizona Cardinals are shaking things up this offseason, and the changes are nothing short of intriguing. With Mike LaFleur stepping in as the new head coach, the Cardinals are hoping to turn the page after some lackluster seasons. LaFleur, with his roots in a Sean McVay-style offense, brings a fresh perspective that could be just what the team needs.
But let's talk about the elephant in the room: the quarterback situation. Kyler Murray, despite his hefty contract, hasn't quite delivered the expected results, playing only five games in 2025.
On the flip side, Jacoby Brissett showed flashes of potential but isn't seen as a long-term fix. Navigating Murray's contract while finding a viable quarterback solution is a puzzle the Cardinals must solve.
Enter Kirk Cousins, a name recently linked to Arizona by Jacob Infante of PFSN. Cousins, reportedly set to be released by the Falcons, has a history with systems similar to LaFleur's, having played under coaches from the McVay coaching tree. His familiarity with such an offense could make him a seamless fit in Arizona.
Cousins' stint in Atlanta has been rocky, especially after the Falcons drafted Michael Penix Jr. shortly after signing Cousins to a big deal. With the Falcons clearly leaning towards Penix, Cousins is looking for a new home where he can start, and Arizona might just be the perfect landing spot.
The Cardinals boast a system Cousins could thrive in, with promising targets like Trey McBride and Marvin Harrison Jr. Add in a top draft pick for 2026, and the pieces are there for Cousins to elevate the team. While his 2025 stats-1,721 yards, 10 touchdowns, and five interceptions over 10 games-might not jump off the page, Cousins has proven his ability to surpass 4,000 yards in multiple seasons.
The Cardinals' quarterback conundrum is complex, but Cousins could be the steady hand they need to guide them through the upcoming seasons. With the right moves, Arizona might just find themselves back in the mix.