The Arizona Cardinals fell short of expectations this season and fired head coach Jonathan Gannon after a 3–14 finish, capped by a nine-game losing streak that left the team last in the division. Gannon posted a 15–36 record over three seasons, a result that ultimately didn’t meet expectations. Now, Arizona shifts the focus to finding a new head coach and preparing for the draft, where they hold the third overall pick.
We are following Arizona all offseason and their odds for the upcoming season at Arizona sportsbooks. Below, you can find more details on the Arizona Cardinals' offseason moves.
Arizona Cardinals Playoff Chances
The Arizona Cardinals went 0-6 against their division this season and are the only NFC West team missing the playoffs. We will update their odds for next season once they become available.
| 👍 Playoff Chances: | OTB |
| ⭐ Win NFC West: | OTB |
| 🔥 Win NFC: | OTB |
| 🏆 Win Super Bowl: | OTB |
| 🏈 Regular Season Wins: | OTB |
| ✅ Playoff Odds Last Verified: | January 9, 2026 |
What Are the Chances the Cardinals Make the Playoffs?
The Cardinals chances to make the playoffs are off the board at sportsbooks such as DraftKings Sportsbook. With just three wins on the season, Arizona was eliminated from playoff contention.
Who Do the Cardinals Play Next?
The Cardinals were projected to have one of the NFL’s easiest schedules this season but still finished 3–14, including a 1–7 record at home.
2025 Cardinals Schedule and Results
Arizona had two key games early in the season. In Week 3, the Cardinals traveled to San Francisco to face the 49ers at the site of Super Bowl 60. In Week 4, they returned home for a Thursday Night Football divisional showdown against the Seahawks, but dropped both matchups. The Cardinals finished the season on a nine-game losing streak.
| Cardinals Schedule | Line | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 at Saints | AZ -6.5, ML -298 | ⭐ W 20-13 |
| Week 2 vs Panthers | AZ -6.5, ML -298 | ⭐ W 27-22 |
| Week 3 at 49ers | AZ +3, ML +136 | ❌ L 16-15 |
| Week 4 vs Seahawks | AZ -1.5, ML -115 | ❌ L 23-20 |
| Week 5 vs Titans | AZ -8.5, ML -410 | ❌ L 22-21 |
| Week 6 at Colts | AZ +7, ML +260 | ❌ L 31-27 |
| Week 7 vs Packers | AZ +6.5, ML +275 | ❌ L 27-23 |
| Week 8 BYE | - | - |
| Week 9 at Cowboys | AZ +2.5, ML +124 | ⭐ W 27-17 |
| Week 10 at Seahawks | AZ +6.5, ML +245 | ❌ L 44-22 |
| Week 11 vs 49ers | AZ +2.5, ML +124 | ❌ L 41-22 |
| Week 12 vs Jaguars | AZ +2.5, ML +124 | ❌ L 27-24 |
| Week 13 at Buccaneers | AZ +2.5, ML +114 | ❌ L 20-17 |
| Week 14 vs Rams | AZ +8.5, ML +340 | ❌ L 45-17 |
| Week 15 at Texans | AZ +9.5, ML +440 | ❌ L 20-40 |
| Week 16 vs Falcons | AZ +2.5, ML +110 | ❌ L 26-19 |
| Week 17 at Bengals | AZ +7, ML +300 | ❌ L 37-14 |
| Week 18 at Rams | AZ +4.5, ML +180 | ❌ L 37-20 |
Who Should the Cardinals Root for and Against Each Week?
Cardinals fans should root against the other teams in the NFC West: the San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Rams, and Seattle Seahawks. With Arizona’s 2026 opponents already set, fans should also root against the following teams:
- Philadelphia Eagles
- Washington Commanders
- Denver Broncos
- Las Vegas Raiders
- Detroit Lions
- New York Jets
- Dallas Cowboys
- New York Giants
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Los Angeles Chargers
- New Orleans Saints
Cardinals Playoff Picture
Where Are the Cardinals in the NFC West Divisional Race?
Arizona carried the longest odds to win the division all season and finished last. The Cardinals were the only team from the group to miss the playoffs. Seattle ultimately won the NFC West title.
- Seattle Seahawks 14-3
- San Francisco 49ers 12-5
- Los Angeles Rams 12-5
- Arizona Cardinals 3-14
Where Are the Cardinals in the NFC Wild Card Race?
The Cardinals didn’t clinch an NFC Wild Card spot in 2024 and failed to do so again this season. Arizona was expected to contend for a wild card, but fell short, with eight one-possession losses. Another disappointing season led to the firing of HC Jonathan Gannon. Now, the team looks to fill the spot with names such as Klint Kubiak, Robert Saleh, Vance Joseph, and Raheem Morris as possible replacements.
Arizona owns the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 draft and will have several directions to consider. If the Cardinals decide to move on from Kyler Murray, quarterbacks such as Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza or Oregon’s Dante Moore could be in play. They could also prioritize the offensive line with top tackles like Miami’s Francis Mauigoa or Utah’s Spencer Fano, or turn their attention to defense by targeting impact players like edge rusher Rueben Bain Jr. or safety Caleb Downs.
Notable Cardinals Matchups This Season
Where to Bet on the Arizona Cardinals Making the Playoffs
To bet on the Cardinals each week or wager on NFL futures for the season, you can head over to BetMGM AZ and other sportsbooks, like FanDuel, bet365, Caesars, DraftKings, and more. Betting in Arizona is legal online and at retail locations for anyone over the age of 21.
Looking at the Cardinals Playoff History & Results
The Cardinals have had a bleak playoff history overall, having played in just 17 postseason games despite being the oldest professional football franchise in the country. They hold a 7-10 playoff record and have yet to win a Super Bowl, though they did capture an NFL championship before the Super Bowl era. In 2008, the Cardinals won the NFC Championship to advance to Super Bowl 43 but fell to the Steelers. Their most recent playoff appearance was in 2021, with their last postseason victory coming in 2015.
Cardinals Playoff Chances & Scenarios FAQs
No, Arizona does not have a chance to make the playoffs this season after being officially eliminated. The Arizona Cardinals finished the season last in the division with a 3-14 record and hold the third overall pick in the 2026 draft.
No, the Cardinals were eliminated from playoff contention last season after their Week 16 loss. This season, the Arizona Cardinals were eliminated from playoff contention in Week 13. Finishing with a 3–14 record, they hold around the third overall pick in the 2026 draft.
The Arizona Cardinals’ chances of making the playoffs in the 2025-26 season are now off the board after they were officially eliminated. Arizona lost to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 13, removing them from this season's playoff picture.
The Cardinals’ odds to make the playoffs are off the board at sportsbooks, but other NFL odds are available on DraftKings Sportsbook and other legal sportsbooks in Arizona. You must be 21 or older and within state lines to place bets.
The Cardinals could have made the playoffs by either winning the NFC West or earning one of the three NFC Wild Card spots. Unfortunately, the Cardinals will fail to do either this season and will miss the playoffs for the fourth straight year.
The Cardinals last made the playoffs in 2021, losing to the Los Angeles Rams in the wild-card round. Arizona's last playoff win was in the 2015-16 season when they defeated the Green Bay Packers in overtime in the NFC Divisional round.
The Arizona Cardinals' last postseason win was against the Green Bay Packers in the 2015-16 divisional round, 26-20 in overtime. Arizona went on to lose to the Carolina Panthers in the 2015-16 NFC Championship Game, 49-15.
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