Jonathan Gannon has transformed the Cardinals into a competitive team, showcasing his defensive expertise as a second-year head coach. His coaching style emphasizes toughness and hard work, which has resulted in a no-name defense that plays with intensity and discipline. Under his guidance, the defense has significantly improved, allowing just 14 points per game during the team's current three-game winning streak. Gannon's ability to maximize the potential of a young and inexperienced roster has positioned him as a candidate for Coach of the Year, as the Cardinals find themselves leading the NFC West unexpectedly.