In the Arizona Cardinals’ season-opening 20-16 loss to the Washington Commanders, they played a total of 71 snaps on defense.
How did the playing time get divided up?
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Defensive line
Jonathan Ledbetter, 41; L.J. Collier, 37; Carlos Watkins, 33; Kevin Strong, 31; Leki Fotu, 17
Fotu started but played the least as he lineup only at nose tackle.
Ledbetter played the most but four guys played roughly the same.
Outside linebacker
Zaven Collins, 42; Dennis Gardeck, 28; Cameron Thomas, 26; Victor Dimukeje, 25; Jesse Luketa; BJ Ojulari, 12
Thomas played some inside on the defensive line but here we see mostly Collins.
Dimukeje actually started but Gardeck played more.
Inside linebackers
Kyzir White, 71; Josh Woods, 39; Krys Barnes, 19
It was interesting to see the Cardinals go with five defensive backs, five men up front and White as the lone player in the middle of the defense.
Cornerback
Marco Wilson, 71; Kei’Trel Clark, 71; Antonio Hamilton, 5
Hamilton played more on special teams. The Cardinals opted to keep Jalen Thompson playing in the slot.
Safety
Budda Baker, 71; Jalen Thompson, 70; K’Von Wallace, 50; Andre Chachere
Chachere came in when Wallace was out for a few plays.
