GLENDALE — The NFL hasn’t been without its drama this training camp, with stars Terry McLaurin and Micah Parsons requesting trades from their respective teams.
Naturally, the thought of adding one or both of the disgruntled athletes crossed the minds of many Arizona Cardinals fans. Having the cap space to make it happen helps.
And it’s not hard to see why it could be appealing.
McLaurin has been one of the league’s most consistent weapons across his six NFL seasons with Washington. Only once (his rookie season) did the wide receiver fail to reach the 1,000 yards. Instead, he put up 919 while averaging 15.8 yards per reception.
His most recent season marked one of his best behind 82 catches (117 targets), 1,096 yards and 13 touchdowns working with rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels.
McLaurin’s availability is another plus, having started in every game since 2020.
That’s a lot to like about the wideout.
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The same goes for Parsons.
In his four years with the Dallas Cowboys, Parsons hasn’t posted fewer than 12 sacks and 12 tackles for loss and 23 QB hits, all coming in an injury-shortened 2025 (13 starts).
Before that, he was hard to keep off the field, having missed just one game from 2021-23.
You’d be crazy not to think he could help even the most fortified defense given his athleticism and football IQ.
But for a Cardinals team that has hit the switch into go-mode after a busy offseason of revamping, neither feel like realistic options that Arizona should consider.
And here’s why.
Remember all that drama that used to circulate over the Cardinals (especially before the current regime got to town)?
It’s been refreshing to focus more on the Xs and Os rather than contract disputes or other off-the-field distractions that seemed to be commonplace with the franchise for years.
Limiting those are key for Arizona’s future success. Bringing in either of those players would undoubtedly do the opposite.
If there’s one thing the Cardinals aren’t about, it’s that.
What’s led to a far less drama-filled Cardinals franchise in the eyes of GM Monti Ossenfort?
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“The business part of it always comes into play,” general manager Monti Ossenfort said last week when asked about limiting the drama since joining the franchise. “Every situation is different. We’ve just been fortunate that we haven’t had … drama.
“I think that’s always better. When something inevitably comes up, we’ll deal with it and we’ll work through it. But that’s pro football and that’s how it goes.”
On top of the drama aspect, there’s also the onboarding process, plus roster and potentially playbook shuffling that comes with any late camp additions.
They could also stunt the growth of those who have made strides on the field and in the confidence department, especially the younger crowd. Nothing like getting the rug pulled out from under you because a Pro Bowler came to town.
And from all indications, the Cardinals are liking what they’re seeing out of both the wide receivers and outside linebackers room.
“Right now, we’re very happy with the wide receivers we have here,” assistant general manager Dave Sears said Friday. “I think they’re playing really well. You saw a bunch of the young guys making big-time plays today.
“We’re pretty happy with that room. We’re always looking to improve the team, but Monti and (head coach Jonathan Gannon) will make that decision.”
With Marvin Harrison Jr. poised to make a Year 2 leap, Michael Wilson resuming his WR2 duties and Zay Jones pacing a competitive WR3 battle, the pecking order of the room feels close to locked in.
That’s before even mentioning tight end Trey McBride.
Would there even be enough targets to go around (and make McLaurin happy)? He’s been a WR1 for the majority of his career. Having to take a backseat might ruffle some feathers. You never know.
As for outside linebacker, Arizona already went out and got their big-ticket addition in Josh Sweat.
He, Zaven Collins and Baron Browning, who has turned in a solid camp so far, figure to command the bulk of the pass-rushing reps. Rookie Jordan Burch could also see some run after working with both the second- and first-teams.
Again, the Cardinals have a plan of attack they’ve been working on with the personnel on the roster.
Bringing in a high-caliber player like McLaurin or Parsons would impact that.
This team also feels very connected. What happens if a high-profile newcomer doesn’t gel?
What warrants a potential Terry McLaurin or Micah Parsons trade for Cardinals?
Since we’re already down the rabbit hole, let’s play the what-if game.
The only way it seems feasible that the Cardinals bring in one of McLaurin, Parsons or any another name out there looking for a new home, is if the injury bug bites hard.
We’ve seen players already go down this camp with projected starter Starling Thomas V tearing his ACL and cornerback Jaden Davis being placed on injured reserve.
Can’t forget about Walter Nolen III and BJ Ojulari landing on the PUP list to start camp, either.
Wide receiver and pass rusher have the depth, but another injury to a key contributor could put the onus on the Cardinals front office to act swiftly ahead of a critical third season.
Marvin Harrison Jr. and Wilson haven’t been susceptible to knicks this camp. Harrison missed his second straight day with knee soreness, while Wilson headed to the locker room prematurely on Friday after colliding with safety Budda Baker during 11-on-11 work.
If either are forced to miss an extended period of time — it doesn’t feel like that’s the case as of Friday afternoon — then there might be some extra phone calls being made on outside help.
But that avenue feels like the only way either McLaurin, Parsons or whoever else finds their way to the desert. And even then, it’s a stretch.
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