Arizona Cardinals Add Former Jaguars Safety to Roster The Arizona Cardinals have signed former Jacksonville Jaguars safety Andrew Wingard, according to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. The deal is a one-year, $3 million base contract with a $4 million maximum value. Wingard, who spent his entire seven-year NFL career with the Jaguars, is expected to join the Cardinals’ secondary as a rotational player. Wingard started all 16 games for the Jaguars in 2025, recording 84 tackles, nine passes defensed, one fumble recovery, and one interception. Despite his contributions, he graded out as the 77th-best safety in the NFL among 98 qualified players, according to Pro Football Focus. His run defense was strong, ranking 12th at the position, but his coverage skills were among the worst, placing him in the bottom 15% of all safeties. SI’s John Shipley highlighted Wingard’s adaptability, noting that the undrafted rookie free agent carved out a role despite changes in coaching staffs and general managers. Shipley described Wingard as more effective as a third safety and special teams contributor than as a starting player, though his extensive playing experience is a key asset. The Cardinals’ secondary faces challenges after losing starting safety Jalen Thompson to the Dallas Cowboys. Projected starters Budda Baker and Dadrion Taylor-Demerson will lead the unit, with Kitan Crawford also expected to see rotation snaps. Wingard’s arrival adds depth, particularly given his role on special teams during his time with the Jaguars, where he consistently played a high volume of snaps. Wingard, listed at 6 feet, 200 pounds, turns 29 years old this year. His signing provides the Cardinals with a veteran presence who can contribute immediately while offering flexibility in their defensive scheme.#arizona_cardinals #jeremy_fowler #jacksonville_jaguars #andrew_wingard #john_shipley
More Expected Additions In Andrew Wingard, Casey Kreiter The Arizona Cardinals have made additional roster moves as the new league year began, adding former Jacksonville Jaguars safety Andrew Wingard and long snapper Casey Kreiter. These signings come as free agency officially opened, allowing players to directly join new teams. Wingard, 28, is joining the Cardinals after the departure of Jalen Thompson. He has appeared in 104 career games with the Jaguars and has 44 starts, including 16 games last season. While he has not been a full-time starter in most of his seven NFL seasons, he started all 16 games he played in during the 2025 campaign. Wingard recorded 84 tackles and a career-high nine pass breakups, including a key interception of a deep pass to Xavier Weaver at State Farm Stadium that helped secure a Jaguars victory. He is expected to work alongside Budda Baker and Rabbit Taylor-Demerson on special teams. Kreiter, 35, is set to replace Aaron Brewer as the Cardinals’ new long snapper. Brewer, who has been with the team for a decade, is now a free agent, though the Cardinals may consider giving him a chance to compete. Kreiter has been with the New York Giants since 2020 and was previously the long snapper for the Broncos in 2016, when he replaced Brewer before he joined the Cardinals. Kreiter will reportedly sign a one-year deal with Arizona. Both additions are part of the Cardinals’ efforts to address positional needs as the league year begins. The team has also been linked to other free agent signings, including offensive lineman Matt Pryor, running back Tyler Allgeier, and quarterback Gardner Minshew, though details remain pending. The Cardinals’ roster moves reflect ongoing adjustments to their defensive and special teams units, with a focus on stability and experience.#arizona_cardinals #andrew_wingard #casey_kreiter #jalen_thompson #xavier_weaver
