Jordan Burch makes notable progress with Cardinals in offseason workouts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 3:07 PM
Last updated Jun 20, 2026
Arizona Cardinals outside linebacker Jordan Burch has shown significant improvement during offseason training, according to defensive coordinator Nick Rallis. A third-round pick in 2025, Burch recorded limited stats as a rookie, including one sack and 23 tackles. Rallis noted Burch's better technique and understanding of various defensive roles, highlighting his enhanced ability to get off the line. The Cardinals did not alter their outside linebacker lineup in the offseason, increasing expectations for Burch's development in his second year.
- •Burch had one sack and 23 tackles in 2025.
- •Rallis praised Burch's progress in getting off the line.
- •Cardinals did not make changes to the linebacker position.
- •Expectations are high for Burch's development in 2026.
- 3:07 PMYahoo Sports — Arizona Cardinals OLB Jordan Burch making strides in Year 2
"Defensive coordinator Nick Rallis tells us how 2025 third-round pick Jordan Burch is doing this offseason.
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