Arizona Cardinals defense struggles in preseason against Dallas Cowboys

The Arizona Cardinals, under head coach Mike LaFleur, continue to face challenges with their defense in the preseason, allowing over 30 points in two games. After a disappointing 2025 season where the team ranked among the worst defensively, concerns remain as they prepare for the regular season opener against the Los Angeles Chargers on September 13. The defense is showing vulnerabilities, particularly in third-down conversions and run defense, allowing an average of 139.7 rushing yards per game. These issues reflect lingering problems from last year despite a coaching overhaul at various positions. The Cardinals aim to address these weaknesses before the season starts.

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