Cardinals prepare special teams for training camp under new coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals are focusing on their special teams as training camp begins. Key players include punter Blake Gillikin, who is returning from a back surgery, and kicker Chad Ryland. New special teams coach Michael Ghobrial has brought in long snapper Casey Kreiter from the New York Giants. The team aims to solidify its special teams unit, which has seen minimal changes from last season. Performance during camp will determine the final roster spots for specialists.
- •Blake Gillikin returns as punter after season-ending back surgery.
- •Chad Ryland is the only kicker in training camp after releasing Joshua Karty.
- •New special teams coach Michael Ghobrial brings Casey Kreiter as long snapper.
- •Minimal changes in the special teams group from last season.
- •Most players in training camp will see action on special teams.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Cardinals roster: Training Camp ST Outlook
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