Cardinals Address Defensive Concerns with Trade for LB Trenton Simpson

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After a heart-wrenching 41-39 loss in Week 1, the Arizona Cardinals wasted no time making adjustments. In a bold move to bolster their defense, the Cardinals traded their 2026 second-round pick to the Baltimore Ravens for linebacker Trenton Simpson.

Simpson, a 24-year-old MLB with a 76 overall rating and a promising development trait, brings much-needed athleticism and playmaking ability to Arizona’s defense. With missed tackles and poor defensive positioning being key issues in their season opener, the acquisition of Simpson demonstrates the front office's commitment to cleaning up mistakes and keeping opponents in front of the defense.

"We need to not miss tackles and keep the players in front of us," the team emphasized after their Week 1 loss. Simpson’s arrival is expected to help in both areas, providing a spark to a defense that struggled to get crucial stops.

This move also signals the Cardinals' confidence in their offensive firepower, choosing to invest in a player who can make an immediate impact on the other side of the ball. With Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr. lighting up the scoreboard, the focus now shifts to ensuring the defense can hold its ground.

Cardinals fans are eager to see how Simpson will fit into the lineup and whether his presence can help turn things around in Week 2. With high expectations and a playoff push in mind, this trade could be the catalyst the defense desperately needed.