Arizona Cardinals: 5 areas to fix for 2017

By Scott Allen | Nov 27, 2016

Nov 27, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons cornerback Robert Alford (23) breaks up a pass intended for Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Floyd (15) during the second half at the Georgia Dome. The Falcons defeated the Cardinals 38-19. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

3 of 6

Nov 27, 2016; Atlanta, GA, USA; Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Mohamed Sanu (12) is tackled by Arizona Cardinals cornerback Marcus Cooper (41) after a catch during the second quarter at the Georgia Dome. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-USA TODAY Sports /

Cornerback

The Cardinals would seem to be set with Patrick Peterson on one side but even he has been his own worst enemy lately. He committed two costly pass interference penalties on Sunday. That wasn’t the first time that happened this season.

Peterson is still the man for a number of years but he needs help. Early on it appeared Marcus Cooper could be that guy. He has seemed to have regressed as of late.

Brandon Williams could be that guy as well but he still doesn’t have enough experience. Maybe the Cardinals give him more of an extensive look over the last month of the 2016 season?

Justin Bethel doesn’t seem to be the answer at cornerback either. The Cardinals should kick the doors at this position either in free agency or the draft as well. This position should be the top priority on defense in the offseason.

Home/Cardinals News