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One Cardinals Position Battle is Already Over
- Kicker Joshua Karty was released, leaving Chad Ryland as the Cardinals' likely starter for 2026.
- Ryland impressed earlier after taking over for injured Matt Prater, delivering several key kicks.
- Coach comment shows belief in Ryland despite late-season misses in 2025.
- New special teams coordinator will focus on helping Ryland rebound in 2026.
- Other training-camp battles include quarterback depth and right guard competition.
- Mack Wilson Sr. returns from injury to anchor inside linebacker competition.
- Safeties remain competitive with Budda Baker anchored and Dadrion Taylor-Demerson challenged by Andrew Wingard.
- Jalen Thompson is out, setting a new duo at safety moving forward.
- The article frames the competition as ongoing, though Ryland currently leads the kicking position.
- The piece notes the team will balance performance metrics with future potential.
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