5 Best draft picks in Arizona Cardinals history

By Scott Allen | Apr 15, 2019

GLENDALE, AZ - JANUARY 16: Wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald #11 of the Arizona Cardinals runs with the football on a 75 yard reception against the Green Bay Packers in overtime of the NFC Divisional Playoff Game at University of Phoenix Stadium on January 16, 2016 in Glendale, Arizona. The Arizona Cardinals beat the Green Bay Packers 26-20. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

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GLENDALE, AZ – DECEMBER 16: Strong safety Adrian Wilson #24 of the Arizona Cardinals reacts after a sack against the Detroit Lions during the fourth quarter of the NFL game at the University of Phoenix Stadium on December 16, 2012 in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals defeated the Lions 38-10. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

4. Adrian Wilson – 2001

Who knew at the time the third round pick out of North Carolina State would turn out to be the defender he ended up being? He’s probably tied for the second best defender the Cardinals have had in their history in Arizona.

With apologies to Patrick Peterson, who would have been sixth on this list, Wilson’s longevity and long time commitment to the Bidwill’s can not go unnoticed. He’s a five time pro bowler and a member of the team’s Ring of Honor.

He played out his last two seasons in the NFL with the New England Patriots and Chicago Bears, although he was cut in the preseason by the Bears. The Cardinals brought him back after his retirement to work in the front office as a scout.

He finished his career with 27 interceptions, 25.5 sacks, 14 forced fumbles, 8 fumble recoveries, and 4 defensive touchdowns. He had 894 tackles in his career.

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