Arizona Cardinals training camp features safety competition between Taylor-Demerson and Wingard
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 8:44 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals opened training camp on July 25, 2026, and are evaluating their options at safety following Jalen Thompson's departure. Dadrion Taylor-Demerson, who played a significant role last season, is competing against Andrew Wingard, a full-time starter last year with the Jacksonville Jaguars. Wingard is currently listed as the starting safety alongside Budda Baker, but the competition will continue throughout the preseason to determine the final depth chart.
- •Dadrion Taylor-Demerson and Andrew Wingard are competing for a starting safety role.
- •Jalen Thompson left the team through free agency.
- •Wingard was a full-time starter with the Jaguars last season.
- •Taylor-Demerson served as the third safety in various defensive packages.
- •Training camp will continue to shape player roles leading into the season.
- 8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona Cardinals training camp: There is a battle to start at safety
"Dadrion Taylor-Demerson and Andrew Wingard battle to be the new starting safety to replace Jalen Thompson.
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