The Arizona Cardinals (2-5) are searching for answers after a 30-16 home loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 7. They have dropped five of their last six since opening the season with a win at the Chargers, and a Week 8 trip to face the Dallas Cowboys comes with Dallas favored.
We are following Arizona all year and their odds for the season at Arizona sportsbooks. Below, you can find more details on the Arizona Cardinals' playoff chances, the NFC Wild Card race, and the latest roster moves.
Arizona Cardinals Playoff Odds
The Cardinals went 0-6 against their division last season and were the only NFC West team to miss the playoffs. A Week 1 win sparked some optimism, but a string of losses have them back at the bottom of the odds boards. We'll continue to update their odds throughout the season.
| š Playoff Chances: | 2.2% (+4500) |
| ā Miss Playoffs: | 99.2% (-12500) |
| ā Win NFC West: | 0.5% (+20000) |
| š„ Win NFC: | 0.4% (+25000) |
| š Win Super Bowl: | 0.1% (+80000) |
| š Regular Season Wins: | O/U 5.5 (-112/-108) |
| š Offensive Player of the Year (Trey McBride): | +6000 |
| š Offensive Rookie of the Year (Jeremiyah Love): | +700 |
| ā Playoff Odds Last Verified: | October 29, 2026 |
What Are the Chances the Cardinals Make the Playoffs?
The Cardinals chances to make the playoffs are 2.2% at sportsbooks such as DraftKings Sportsbook. A miss is priced at -12500, and with 10 games left Arizona would need to win the large majority of them. We expect these numbers to keep fluctuating throughout the season.
Who Do the Cardinals Play Next?
The Arizona Cardinals travel to Dallas to face the Cowboys on Sunday, November 1 on FOX, with Dallas favored at home. The Cardinals then visit the 4-3 Seattle Seahawks in Week 9 before hosting the Rams in Week 10.
2026 Cardinals Schedule and Results
The Cardinals will need a long winning streak to get back into the conversation, and the market currently gives them very little chance of producing one.
| Cardinals Schedule | Line | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 at Chargers | AZ +11.5, ML +470 | W 26-14 |
| Week 2 vs Seahawks | AZ +4.5, ML +185 | L 31-7 |
| Week 3 at 49ers | AZ +8.5, ML +340 | L 36-30 |
| Week 4 at Giants | AZ -1.5, ML -115 | L 36-24 |
| Week 5 vs Lions | AZ +8.5, ML +310 | L 45-21 |
| Week 6 at Rams | AZ +12.5, ML +470 | W 18-16 |
| Week 7 vs Broncos | AZ +7.5, ML +285 | L 30-16 |
| Week 8 at Cowboys | AZ +6.5, ML +240 | TBD |
| Week 9 at Seahawks | AZ +13.5, ML +525 | TBD |
| Week 10 vs Rams | TBD | TBD |
| Week 11 at Chiefs | AZ +11.5, ML +440 | TBD |
| Week 12 vs Commanders | AZ +4.5, ML +180 | TBD |
| Week 13 vs Eagles | TBD | TBD |
| Week 14 BYE | - | - |
| Week 15 vs Jets | AZ +1.5, ML +100 | TBD |
| Week 16 at Saints | AZ +5.5, ML +205 | TBD |
| Week 17 vs Raiders | AZ +1.5, ML +105 | TBD |
| Week 18 vs 49ers | TBD | TBD |
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 Arizonaās 2026 opponents 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 and the Super Bowl. Entering Week 8, San Francisco is the clear division favorite at -330, while Arizona remains the long shot at +20000 and sits last in the standings.
- San Francisco 49ers (6-1) -330
- Seattle Seahawks (4-3) +345
- Los Angeles Rams (3-4) +980
- Arizona Cardinals (2-5) +20000
Where Are the Cardinals in the NFC Wild Card Race?
Arizona is a long shot to reach the playoffs, even as a Wild Card, in a tough NFC. The Cardinals opened the season with a win at the Chargers but have lost five of their last six, and they have allowed 208 points, an average of 29.7 per game. Jacoby Brissett is the starting quarterback for now, and tight end Trey McBride has been his top target. McBride had 10 catches for 111 yards and a touchdown in the Week 7 loss to Denver. The Cardinals will have to lean on him even more after trading receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. to Houston on Oct. 12.
The backfield was short-handed in Week 6. Rookie running back Jeremiyah Love, the No. 3 overall pick, missed the Week 6 win over the Rams with an ankle injury, so Tyler Allgeier and Bam Knight took over, combining for more than 100 rushing yards. In the NFC picture, Minnesota (6-0) and San Francisco (6-1) lead the conference, while Chicago (5-2), Detroit (4-2), Seattle (4-3) and Green Bay (4-3) are the teams currently holding Wild Card positions.
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
Yes, Arizona has a chance to make the playoffs this upcoming season, but it wonāt be easy. At 2-5, Arizona currently has a 2.2% chance, based on +4500 odds, to make the playoffs. These odds will fluctuate throughout the season.
No, the Cardinals were eliminated from playoff contention last season with a 3-14 record. Arizona is looking to return to the playoffs for the first time since 2021. They currently have +4500 odds at DraftKings Sportsbook to make the playoffs this season.
The Arizona Cardinalsā chances of making the playoffs in the 2026-27 season are currently at 2.2%. But these odds will fluctuate throughout the season. With a new head coach and QB1, the Cardinals could surprise everyone.
The Cardinalsā odds to make the playoffs sit at +4500 at sportsbooks, reflecting long-shot expectations heading into the season. They also carry -12500 odds to miss the playoffs, indicating they are heavily favored to fall short of postseason contention.
The Cardinals can make the playoffs by either winning the NFC West or earning one of the three NFC wild-card spots. It will be tough competition, as they were the only team in the NFC West division to miss the playoffs last season.
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.
Author
Calli is lifelong resident of Arizona and has been an avid sports fan since she can remember. After earning her Bachelorās degrees from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism at Arizona State University, she combined her passion for journalism and sports. Calli has covered the NFL, NBA, MLB, NCAAF, college sports, and sports betting for several media outlets.
