The Cardinals played only 49 offensive snaps on Friday. Check out how the playing time was divided up.
The Arizona Cardinals only had 49 offensive snaps Friday night in their 17-10 preseason loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. The starters only played nine of them. One player played every offensive snap.
How was the playing time divided on offense and what can we take away from it?
We break down the snap counts for each player and each position group below.
These Cardinals players needed to play better against the Chiefs.
While the Arizona Cardinals lost their preseason game Friday night to the Kansas City Chiefs, some players stood out for good performances. Some did not help themselves.
Who are the players to see their stock fall in the game Friday night?
The Cardinals lost their preseason contest against the Chiefs on Friday, but these players helped their cases for the roster with their play.
The Arizona Cardinals played their second preseason game of the year on Friday
But we all know that the preseason is more about individual play than team play, especially those players trying to make the team and fighting for a role on the team.
So who were the Cardinals players Friday night who saw their stock go up?
The Cardinals mustered zero first downs and netted a loss of one yards in three possessions. Kyler Murray completed one pass and was sacked twice.
The Arizona Cardinals played their starting offense and defense against the Kansas City Chiefs, excluding a few players with injuries. It didn’t go well on offense.
The Cardinals did not have left guard Justin Pugh, tight end Maxx Williams or receiver DeAndre Hopkins in the lineup.
Hopkins dressed and warmed up but did not play.
The result was ugly. The starters played three series. They went three-and-out on all three.
Kyler Murray completed 1-of-4 passes for two yards and was sacked twice. He fumbled once but the Cardinals recovered. They had a net of minus-1 yards.
There was nothing positive that came out of their play, except perhaps getting out of the game healthy.
It is the preseason and the Cardinals do not scheme or game plan for opposing teams. They keep things simple but it would be good to see some progress.
If they struggle out the gate in Week 1, then it will be time to sound off some alarms.
We will give you updates of the Cardinals’ second preseason game.
The Arizona Cardinals and the Kansas City are set to play in their second preseason contest of the year. The Chiefs will play their starters for the first half. It is unknown how long the Cardinals will play their starters.
Below, we will give you updates of scoring plays, highlights and more.
Here are the Cardinals players to watch in particular Friday night against the Chiefs.
The Arizona Cardinals have their second preseason game beginning at 5 p.m. Arizona time tonight. They defeated the Dallas Cowboys last week 19-16 and had several players stand out for good and bad.
More of the starters will play tonight but it is likely that most of the game will be played by backups and players battling for a spot on the roster.
There are some position battles to watch in the Cardinals’ game Friday night against the Chiefs.
The Arizona Cardinals have their second preseason game of the year Friday night against the Kansas City Chiefs at State Farm Stadium. The Cardinals will play their starters for an undetermined length of time and then it will be about the players battling for spots on the roster.
There are a few position battles to watch in this game. Which player battling for playing time or a spot on the roster will pull ahead?
The Cardinals have their second preseason contest Friday night at home against the Chiefs. Here is the info you need to watch or listen to the game.
The Arizona Cardinals’ next preseason opponent are the Kansas City Chiefs. They defeated the Dallas Cowboys last Friday 19-16 on a last-second 47-yard field goal. Kyler Murray, Chandler Jones, DeAndre Hopkins and Budda Baker all sat out the opener.
While the Chiefs are expected to play their starters for the first half, the Cardinals have not revealed how long they intend on having their starters out. Hopkins and Jones are not expected to play again, as they are nursing minor undisclosed injuries.
This game is the last preseason game the Cardinals will have at home. They will not return to State Farm Stadium for a game until Week 2 against the Minnesota Vikings on September 19.
Here is the info you need to know if you want to watch or listen to the game.
When and where
Cardinals-Chiefs kicks off at 8 p.m. ET (5 p.m. Arizona time) Friday night at State Farm Stadium.
TV, streaming, broadcasters
This is a nationally televised preseason game. It will air on ESPN but those in the Phoenix area can catch it on FOX 10. Steve Levy will call the game for ESPN with analysts Louis Riddick and Brian Griese with Lisa Salters on the sideline.
You can also stream the game on FuboTV. Try it free.
Radio info
The Cardinals’ radio broadcast will air on Arizona Sports 98.7 FM. After they were in the TV booth for the preseason opener, Dave Pasch and Ron Wolfley will return to the radio to call the game. Paul Calivisi will report from the sideline.
The Spanish broadcast can be heard on Latino Mix KQMR 100.3 FM. Luis Hernandez and Rolando Cantu will call the game.
The Chiefs will play their starters a full half against the Cardinals on Friday. We don’t know how long the Cardinals’ starters will go.
The Arizona Cardinals suit up Friday night for their second preseason contest of the year. They face the Kansas City Chiefs. Kansas City plans on playing their starters for the first half.
The Cardinals have not revealed how much they plan on playing their starters. “You’ll have to tune in and check it out,” he told reporters Wednesday. He also indicated that the fact that the Chiefs are playing their starters for a half wouldn’t change what the Cardinals do.
As of Wednesday, he hadn’t even completely revealed his plan to his players.
“We haven’t really been told exactly how much we’re going to play this Friday,” running back Chase Edmonds said Wednesday.
Some starters are out with injuries. Chandler Jones is not expected to play and Markus Golden will be a gametime decision.
Defensive tackle Jordan Phillips and starting left guard Justin Pugh are on the COVID list. Guards Justin Murray and Brian Winters are out with injuries. Receiver DeAndre Hopkins probably will not play.
While the Chiefs’ starters might be out there a half, it seems unlikely the Cardinals will go that route. But to find out, we will have to just tune in.
