The Arizona Cardinals have made strategic moves in NFL free agency, notably signing linebacker Josh Sweat, defensive lineman Dalvin Tomlinson, and quarterback Jacoby Brissett. Brissett represents a significant investment as the highest paid backup quarterback in team history, with hopes that he remains on the sidelines throughout the season, preserving Kyler Murray's health. On the offensive line, Kelvin Beachum returns on a one-year deal, providing crucial depth after starting 12 games last season due to injuries.

The Cardinals anticipate that if everything goes according to plan for 2025, these veteran additions may be called upon less frequently, underlining the team's focus on maintaining its starting core’s health.