Cardinals push for playoffs with QB Murray, improved defense

The Cardinals are making a push for the playoffs in the second year for both coach Kliff Kingsbury and quarterback Kyler Murray. Arizona was an intriguing team last season but often inconsistent and its defense was among the worst in the NFL. Several offseason additions have raised expectations. First, there was the stunning trade that brought star WR Deandre Hopkins to the desert. Then there were several free agent signings, including linebackers Devon Kennard and De’Vondre Campbell and d