The Arizona Cardinals offense will get a new look in 2026 after firing Jonathan Gannon and hiring Mike LaFleur as head coach. However, after finishing 23rd in scoring, a change is a good thing in this regard.
One particular area where Arizona struggled mightily was with a rushing attack that finished with the second fewest yards. Yet, after season-ending injuries to James Conner, Jonavon Knight, and Trey Benson, their ground game did not receive much of a chance.
With the Cardinals entering a new regime, perhaps it's time for a fresh start, too.
Recently, ESPN's Rich Cimini suggested that the Cardinals could be a suitor for one of the top free agent running backs available, the Jets' Breece Hall.
"He (Breece Hall) will only be 25, which is one reason why he will be one of the most coveted free agents. The Arizona Cardinals, coached by former Jets offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur, could be a potential suitor."
ESPN's Rich Cimini on Breece Hall
Connor is under contract through 2026, but it's likely the Cardinals will move on from the 30-year-old after he was limited to just three games last season. Connor has a cap hit of $9.6 million for next season, but he is also a two-time Pro Bowler.
Still, Hall, who is also excellent as a pass-catcher, is six years younger, and he is more versatile for Coach LaFleur's offense. If the price is right, Arizona, which is projected to have about $33 million in cap space, could use a portion of it on Hall.
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