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Another season came and went gone, and once again, the Arizona Cardinals found themselves on the outside looking in when it comes to the playoffs. Sure, Kyler Murray remains the face of the franchise. However, the supporting cast around him still requires significant upgrades if Arizona hopes to compete in the highly competitive NFC. Head coach Jonathan Gannon has a clear plan, but execution is key. In addition, the 2025 NFL Draft provides a prime opportunity to accelerate the team’s rebuilding process. Utilizing Pro Football Focus’ (PFF) simulator, we conducted a full seven-round mock draft to explore how the Cardinals can make the most of their selections and take a step closer to contention.
The Cardinals wasted no time addressing a major roster hole by securing edge rusher Josh Sweat. They reunited him with his former defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon. Sweat’s presence significantly strengthens a pass rush that has struggled in each of Gannon’s first two seasons at the helm. Retaining Baron Browning further bolsters the front seven. However, Arizona still has work to do. The Cardinals still need reinforcements at several key positions, particularly on the offensive line, at wide receiver, and in the secondary. Adding another dependable running back to support James Conner would also be a wise move. With these needs in mind, let’s take a closer look at how Arizona can improve through the draft.
Here we’ll try to look at the Arizona Cardinals 7-round post-free agency 2025 NFL mock draft, per PFF simulator.
Green may have just two seasons of starting experience against lesser competition. However, he dominated in the way you’d expect from a future NFL standout. His elite pass-rush and run-defense grades make him a high-upside selection. Green possesses top-50 talent and projects as a starting-caliber outside linebacker in a 3-4 scheme. He’s a relentless pass rusher with the energy and technique to translate his college success to the next level. His natural instincts, fluid hips, and diverse arsenal of moves allow him to win with both power and finesse. Green brings a physical edge to his game. He can attack blockers with aggression in both pass-rushing and run-defending situations.
Arizona’s defense showed improvement last season. That said, the secondary remains a weak spot. Trey Amos is a long and physical cornerback from Mississippi. He could help solidify the unit. Standing at 6’1, Amos excels in press coverage and has the fluidity to stay with top receivers. Yes, his explosiveness and straight-line speed aren’t elite. Still, his 2024 tape demonstrates that he has a high floor as a CB2 with CB1 potential. His blend of size, movement skills, and ability to thrive in multiple coverage schemes makes him a valuable addition to the Cardinals’ secondary.
Arizona continues to bolster its defensive line with the addition of Vernon Broughton....
