The Arizona Cardinals have released nearly 40 players over the weekend as they prepare for the upcoming regular season. Notably, the team did not claim any players off waivers, indicating confidence in their current roster.
Among the players who found new teams is cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting, who signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His release was unexpected, especially after he restructured his contract to stay with the Cardinals during the offseason. Murphy-Bunting had experience in Arizona's cornerback lineup but fell down the depth chart after Garrett Williams returned from injury.
Inside linebacker Owen Pappoe has joined the Tennessee Titans after being cut by the Cardinals. Pappoe, a late-round draft pick, was unable to secure a spot on the roster due to competition from other players, despite his speed and experience.
Quarterback Kedon Slovis has signed with the Green Bay Packers, following a trend of the Packers acquiring former Cardinals quarterbacks. Slovis's prospects appeared dim after Arizona added Gardner Minshew and Carson Beck, but he impressed during the preseason finale against the Packers, leading to his signing.
Additionally, 14 players who were cut by the Cardinals have been re-signed to the practice squad. These include linebacker Eugene Asante, tight end Shawn Bowman, and defensive lineman Cam Horsley, among others.
