Arizona Cardinals ranked as having toughest schedule in 2026
The Arizona Cardinals are facing the toughest schedule in the NFL for the 2026 season. Their opponents had a strong winning percentage last season, contributing to the challenging lineup. Despite this tough schedule, the Cardinals are not expected to compete for the playoffs, as they are projected to struggle throughout the season.
- ▪The Cardinals' schedule is ranked as the toughest in the league for 2026.
- ▪They will play seven games against teams that won at least one playoff game last season.
- ▪The team is underdogs in every game, including home games against weaker opponents.
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| Publication time | Sun, 24 May 2026 00:11:15 +0000 |
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