Cardinals DC Nick Rallis utilizes extra week of camp for improvement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 3:29 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals reported for training camp a week earlier than most NFL teams due to their participation in the Hall of Fame Game on August 6 against the Carolina Panthers. Defensive coordinator Nick Rallis plans to use the additional week to better install defensive schemes and accumulate more practice reps. He noted that the extra time allows for a more detailed approach during install meetings. Rallis expressed that the added week is beneficial and may set a standard for future camps. The defense aims to show improvement after struggles in the previous season's second half.
- •Cardinals started training camp on July 22, a week ahead of most teams.
- •Extra week is due to the Pro Football Hall of Fame Game against the Panthers.
- •Rallis plans to improve defensive scheme installations with the additional practice time.
- •Subsequent seasons may be impacted by this year's training schedule.
- •Team looking to bounce back from a poor finish last season.
- 3:29 AMYahoo Sports — Cardinals DC Nick Rallis hoped to make extra week of camp a positive
"The rest of the NFL reported for training camp a week after the Cardinals did.
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