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10 Arizona Cardinals who will have to fight for a job in August

By Scott Allen

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Jan 16, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jeff Janis (83) catches a touchdown pass against Arizona Cardinals cornerback Justin Bethel (28) during the third quarter in a NFC Divisional round playoff game at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 16, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Green Bay Packers wide receiver Jeff Janis (83) catches a touchdown pass against Arizona Cardinals cornerback Justin Bethel (28) during the third quarter in a NFC Divisional round playoff game at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

Justin Bethel, CB

I like Bethel a lot.  However his scattered play at cornerback down the stretch this season did leave a lot to be desired.  He was picked on a lot by opponents.  They knew they could throw to his side of the field when he was out there.

This is not to say Bethel can’t get better or that he didn’t play well at times last season but his play must step up immediately.  He continues to be a force on special teams but his play at corner has been anything but special for the most part.  He will slide down the depth chart quickly if the Cardinals find a viable option in front of him in free agency or the draft.

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