Cardinals face Packers in preseason finale with roster decisions looming
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:07 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals will compete against the Green Bay Packers in their preseason finale on Friday night, following which they must finalize their rosters to 53 players by Sunday. Several players have opportunities to secure spots, including receivers Simi Fehoko, Jalen Brooks, Reggie Virgil, and Ihmir Smith-Marsette, as the team currently has four receiver positions locked up. Offensive linemen Matt Pryor, Hayden Conner, and Oli Udoh are also in contention for a reserve role given current injuries. In the secondary, cornerbacks Elijah Jones, Kei'Trel Clark, and Star Thomas are battling for a lasting position as competition for the final cornerback spot remains fierce. Their performances will be pivotal for achieving roster success.
- •Cardinals face Packers on August 28 in preseason finale.
- •Final roster cuts to 53 players must be made by August 30.
- •Multiple positions in flux, particularly among receivers and offensive linemen.
- •Cornerback competition remains tight with three players vying for one spot.
- 8:07 PMYahoo Sports — Predicting winners of 7 Colts position battles before preseason finale
- 6:43 PMYahoo Sports — Cardinals vs. Packers: 3 position battles to watch in preseason finale
"Before the Colts' final preseason game, let's predict the winners of seven training camp competitions.
"There aren't many position battles to watch for the Cardinals' roster. Here are three to know.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 8:07 PMPredicting winners of 7 Colts position battles before preseason finale
Before the Colts' final preseason game, let's predict the winners of seven training camp competitions.
- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 6:43 PMCardinals vs. Packers: 3 position battles to watch in preseason finale
There aren't many position battles to watch for the Cardinals' roster. Here are three to know.
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