Drew Petzing returns to Arizona as Lions offensive coordinator in Week 5
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 6, 2026, 11:58 PM
Last updated Oct 6, 2026

Drew Petzing returns to Arizona as the Detroit Lions' offensive coordinator for their matchup against the Cardinals on October 8, 2026. Petzing served as the Cardinals' offensive coordinator for three seasons, where he struggled to elevate quarterback Kyler Murray due to injuries. Meanwhile, the Lions currently boast the NFL's sixth-ranked offense, with Jared Goff performing strongly this season. Arizona's defense will face challenges against Detroit's potent offensive weapons, including tight end Sam LaPorta and receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown. The Cardinals aim to regain offensive consistency following a disappointing performance in their recent loss to the New York Giants.
- •Petzing returns to Arizona after three seasons with the Cardinals.
- •Lions rank sixth in total offense heading into Week 5.
- •Cardinals' defense struggles against tight ends, facing LaPorta.
- •Arizona's offense is 22nd in total offense this season.
- •Cardinals lost to the Giants in Week 4, seeking consistency.
- 11:58 PMYahoo Sports — Former Cardinals OC Drew Petzing Returns to Arizona in Week 5
"The Arizona Cardinals will see a familiar face on the opposing sideline as Drew Petzing makes his way back to the desert.Petzing spent three seasons in Arizona as former head coach Jonathan Gannon’s offensive coordinator, looking to get former quarterback Kyler Murray to the next level.But none of that occurred. Murray missed significant time in […] The post Former Cardinals OC Drew Petzing Returns to Arizona in Week 5 appeared first on HEAVY.
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