The Arizona Cardinals will not play the Dallas Cowboys at full strength. They will be without several players. Quarterback Josh Rosen is questionable with a hand injury and will be a game-time decision, but the defensive side of the ball will be without a few contributors. Coach Steve Wilks ruled out four players from the game vs. Dallas when he spoke with reporters after Friday’s practice. Corey Peters Peters has a knee injury and left the game last week against the New Orleans Saints. He returned but did not practice all week. They are being cautious and preparing him for the start of the season.<doc-sep>TEMPE, Ariz. — It was pointed out to Cardinals offensive coordinator Mike McCoy on Thursday that his starting quarterback, Sam Bradford, had yet to throw an incompletion on seven pass attempts through two preseason games. McCoy’s response said at least a little bit about how good Arizona feels about its quarterback situation heading into the third preseason game against the Dallas Cowboys. “Why we talking about it then?” he quipped. “Let’s keep it that way.” Head coach Steve Wilks hasn’t tipped how much he’d play his quarterbacks throughout the preseason, but he has maintained that playing his starters — at least a bit — is on the agenda. The same can be said about rookie quarterback Josh Rosen if a swollen thumb injury doesn’t keep him out. Rosen is a game-time decision for the Arizona Cardinals’ Sunday Night Football matchup. “He was out there today, did some good things, but we’re going to wait and see how he really feels right before the game,” Wilks said Friday. “Really just (want to see) how he’s throwing the football. Is he able to grip it consistently? Those type of things.” Rosen went 10-for-16 for 107 yards and a touchdown last Friday in a win over the New Orleans Saints, rebounding from his first NFL action, a 6-for-13 night marred by poor offensive line play in front of him. Put that next to Bradford’s seven completed attempts for 67 yards over two games, and Wilks feels good about where the Cardinals stand. “This guy can throw guys open,” Wilks said of Bradford. “I think the competition in that room is good. As you saw last week, Josh is performing, he’s picking things up, he’s performing well. I like where we are in that room.” Beyond the first two quarterbacks, Arizona also has gotten good production from rookie Charles Kanoff, who is 8-for-15 for 109 yards, a touchdown and no interceptions. If Rosen isn’t healthy, Kanoff and veteran Mike Glennon will split reps Sunday, Wilks said, with Glennon getting the first look. Glennon, who went 2-for-7 with a pick in the preseason opener, was back at practice this week after missing the Saints game with an forearm injury. Wilks wants whoever lines up behind center to gain more continuity with the rest of their teammates against Dallas. “I just think it’s just more timing,” Wilks said. “Getting in there, identifying different looks we’re going to see, particularly from a blitz standpoint, communicating well with the offensive linemen so we can pick it up. I think it’s more continuity than anything.” Atrophy along the D-line Opportunities are aplenty along the defensive line. Robert Nkemdiche, Corey Peters and Olsen Pierre — along with cornerback Jonathan Moxey — were ruled out of Sunday’s game by Wilks. That means Rodney Gunter, Pasoni Tasini and Siupelia Anau, who are next up on the team’s official depth chart, will have the first crack at impressing the Cardinals’ coaching staff. A battle for regular season reps will continue at defensive end, where former Cowboy Benson Mayowa and Vontarrius Dora are battling with Markus Golden still recovering from his ACL injury “To me, Benson’s done a fantastic job,” defensive coordinator Al Holcomb. “Vontarrius has done a really good job. There’s some other guys in the mix there as well. Wilks also mentioned rookie Alec James, who went undrafted out of Wisconsin, as a player who has impressed. “Benson’s had a pretty good two days, the last couple of days there, so we’re pleased with where he’s at,” Holcomb said Thursday. “Again, it’s a constant battle, it’s a constant rotation. It’s true, there’s no entitlement. Every man’s got to come to work every day and earn their right to be on this team and on the field.” Follow @kzimmermanaz<doc-sep>Happy Friday one and all, we have made it. The Arizona Cardinals are heading to Dallas tomorrow to get ready for the third preseason game, the tuneup to the regular season if you will. That means, we get the starters for a bit more of the game, well the ones that are healthy, for the Cardinals, against... something resembling the Dallas Cowboys. To help us get ready, we have a look around the web on the Arizona Cardinals. Despite Hand Injury, Josh Rosen Expected To Play Against Cowboys Notes: Important game for veteran wideouts; kicker battle continues More Zone Could Lead To Picks For Cardinals Linebackers Haason Reddick struck first in second preseason game Larry Fitzgerald Transitions Again To New Offense Notes: Veteran ready for end of camp; Defense works on run defense Sam Bradford can't be kept any cleaner in the pocket Arizona Cardinals Home: The official source of the latest Cardinals headlines, news, videos, photos, tickets, rosters and game day information Fitzgerald - 'We Can Attack You From A Lot Of Different Places' WR Larry Fitzgerald talks to the media about David Johnson's return this season, rookie WR Christian Kirk, and the new offense. Peterson - 'I Love This Defense' CB Patrick Peterson talks with the media on what he has seen from the defense so far. Cardinals eye Cowboys with nicks to Josh Rosen, defensive line Cardinals rookie quarterback Josh Rosen is day-to-day with a thumb injury as Arizona's Sunday Night Football game against the Dallas Cowboys looms. Andy on the Street: Fans try to name that Arizona Cardinals rookie 98.7 FM Arizona's Sports Station's Andy Greenberg and Liz Rehling set out to learn how well Arizona Cardinals fans could identify the team's rookies. No matter who's in, Cardinals focus on self-improvement vs. Cowboys For a matchup on Sunday Night Football against the Cowboys, the Cardinals are focusing on fixing the fundamental flaws from their win over the Saints. 'Complementary' Cardinals defense can help Patrick Peterson now, later For Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson, a more zone-oriented defense is a nice change-up that could help him get in on more big plays -- and add longevity to his career. Arizona Cardinals countdown: Remembering No. 17 Jim Hart He was arguably the best quarterback in team history. He is at the top of most passing categories. Arizona Cardinals lose 3 DTs to injury for final 2 preseason games Steve Wilks expects all three to be ready when the season begins. Cardinals GM Steve Keim’s return has powerful moments Check out what was said. Arizona Cardinals can’t get nosy on defense and succeed Defensive coordinator says the team's defensive struggles have been about leaving their assigned gap. Chad Williams pretends to be Larry Fitzgerald in interview Fitz laughs, but calls out Williams' impression.<doc-sep>
The Arizona Cardinals take on the Dallas Cowboys today in their third preseason game. One that the Cardinals are still taking seriously, even though the Dallas Cowboys are not for the most part. With the players missing, not much will be known about the Cardinals defense, unless they are shredded by backups to the four missing Cowboys, then maybe there will be some concerns. Let’s get the day started with a look around the web at the Arizona Cardinals. Who Treats The Third Preseason Game Like It’s … Important? Teams increasingly prioritizing health of stars over playing time Cardinals Mourn Passing Of John McCain Arizona Senator succumbs to brain cancer after long battle PFF: Cap Capi's preseason production is among NFL's best Over a four year stretch of preseason performances, Arizona Cardinals defensive end Cap Capi has some of the most impressive stats in the NFL. The Cardinals are tied for worst odds in the NFL to win the Super Bowl The Arizona Cardinals odds to win Super Bowl 53 have gotten worse since the opening odds were released on Feb. 5 and are now worst in the NFL. 4 things to watch for in Cardinals preseason game against the Cowboys Doug Franz, Ron Wolfley and Paul Calvisi discussed four things to watch for in the Cardinals preseason game Sunday, including allowing quarterback Sam Bradford to face pressure. Arizona sports teams, athletes react to death of Sen. John McCain Following the news that longtime Sen. John McCain passed away on Saturday, sports teams and athletes around the state offered their thoughts. Arizona Cardinals countdown: No. 15 Neil Lomax He was one of the greatest quarterbacks in team history. Cardinals vs Cowboys preseason game time, TV schedule, streaming, radio The info you need to watch or listen to the Cardinals' next preseason game on Sunday night. Josh Rosen’s hand injury makes him game-time decision vs. Cowboys He practiced on Friday, but the team will wait until Sunday evening to decide whether he will play against Dallas. Cardinals vs. Cowboys: 4 ruled out Arizona in 3rd preseason game The Cardinals will be without their top three defensive linemen. Cardinals pleased with what they have seen from Sam Bradford Steve Wilks lauds his accuracy, ability to throw players open and his mental acuity at the line of scrimmage. Arizona Cardinals had plans of extension for AQ Shipley for a while Steve Wilks and Steve Keim laud his leadership and presence in the offensive line room. Cardinals vs. Cowboys preseason: 6 players spent time with other team The Cardinals have three players who played for Dallas in 2017. 3 Cowboys to watch in preseason game vs. Cardinals One is rookie Dorance Armstrong. Arizona Cardinals still without key defenders The Arizona Cardinals were missing two key defensive linemen once again on Thursday, guys who need to get practice time in before the regular season starts Former top pick adept at disappointing Arizona Cardinals Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Robert Nkemdiche has failed to reach his potential due to an assortment of nagging injuries Preseason preview: Arizona Cardinals vs Dallas Cowboys The Arizona Cardinals take on the Dallas Cowboys in the third preseason game and likely the last preseason game for the starters