The Arizona Cardinals have done most of the heavy lifting when it comes to their work in free agency, and their starting lineup looks pretty set. They have brought back some starters and signed others.
Returning are guard Evan Brown and receiver Zay Jones. Newcomers expected to start are Josh Sweat, Akeem Davis-Gaither and Dalvin Tomlinson.
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Based on what moves they have made, let’s look at the projected starting lineup.
Cardinals’ projected offensive starting lineup
Quarterback: Kyler Murray
Running back: James Conner
Wide receiver: Marvin Harrison Jr., Michael Wilson, Zay Jones/Greg Dortch (No. 3 spot could be upgraded)
Tight end: Trey McBride, Elijah Higgins/Tip Reiman
Left tackle: Paris Johnson
Right guard: Isaiah Adams (could be upgraded)
Right tackle: Jonah Williams
Cardinals’ projected defensive starting lineup
Defensive line: Justin Jones, Dalvin Tomlinson, Darius Robinson
Outside linebacker: Josh Sweat, Zaven Collins
Inside linebacker: Mack Wilson, Akeem Davis-Gaither
Cornerback: Sean Murphy-Bunting, Garrett Williams, Max Melton/Star Thomas
Safety: Budda Baker, Jalen Thompson
Cardinals’ projected special teams lineup
Long snapper: Aaron Brewer
Punt returner: Greg Dortch
Kick returner: DeeJay Dallas, Greg Dortch
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