Arizona Cardinals Expected To Exceed 8.5 Wins In 2025 Season

The Arizona Cardinals are emerging as strong contenders to win the NFC West and make the postseason in 2025, fueled primarily by a significant overhaul of their defense under head coach Jonathan Gannon and general manager Monti Ossenfort. After improving from four wins in 2023 to eight wins in 2024, the Cardinals have invested heavily—over $100 million—on defensive line acquisitions including key players like Josh Sweat, Calais Campbell, Walter Nolen, and Dalvin Tomlinson, which is expected to elevate their pass rush to an elite level. While the offense remains largely unchanged, continuity with quarterback Kyler Murray and offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, combined with a talented group of offensive weapons, has generated optimism for surpassing their projected 8.5 win total. Analysts from Fox Sports, Pro Football Focus, and local media emphasize that the defense's success hinges on contributions from several rookies stepping into meaningful roles, though the team's schedule is among the easier ones based on last season's opponent win percentages. Meanwhile, the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team aims to break a postseason drought, with bettors showing interest in their chances as online sports betting launches in Missouri in 2025, supported by a solid offense led by Brendan Donovan and veteran pitcher Sonny Gray. However, the National League remains highly competitive with strong contenders like the Dodgers, Mets, and Phillies also vying for the championship.