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Arizona Cardinals: 5 players who could surprise

By Scott Allen

Aug 28, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Arizona Cardinals cornerback Brandon Williams (26) breaks up a pass intended for Houston Texans wide receiver Will Fuller (15) during the first half of an NFL football game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 28, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Arizona Cardinals cornerback Brandon Williams (26) breaks up a pass intended for Houston Texans wide receiver Will Fuller (15) during the first half of an NFL football game at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 19, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals cornerback Brandon Williams (26) warms up before the game against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 19, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; Arizona Cardinals cornerback Brandon Williams (26) warms up before the game against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports /

Brandon Williams

When Williams was drafted, some experts thought it was a nice selection for the Cardinals, however they saw him as a two or three year project.  He wasn’t ready.

Although he experienced some growing pains and will continue to do so from time to time, he showed he is a player that can quickly make you forget those were here before him. By the time camp was in progress, coach Bruce Arians made a bold statement.

He said that Williams is the starter and it was his to lose.  Presumed starter Justin Bethel re-aggravated his injured foot just before camp opened.  Williams took full advantage.

It is rare for Arians to deep a rookie a starter that early in camp or even at all.  Williams however was told the job was his to lose and is still holding it the first week of the 2016 season.

Next: Solidified his roster spot early

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