The Arizona Cardinals were keen to add defensive lineman Milton Williams, but ultimately lost him to the New England Patriots, who signed him to a hefty four-year, $104 million contract. Despite his impressive 14.2% pressure rate, doubts linger about whether he can maintain that efficiency over a larger number of snaps, considering he has never surpassed five sacks in a season. This raises concerns about the risk associated with such a significant investment.

In another move, the Cardinals secured 31-year-old defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson for a more budget-friendly two-year deal worth $29 million. This decision may prove wise, given Tomlinson's experience and recent performance, which outpaces Williams’ career statistics. The Cardinals also acquired pass rushers Josh Sweat and Baron Browning, further enhancing their defensive lineup while avoiding the potential pitfalls of Williams' costly deal.