Cardinals Bring Back Defensive Tackle Roy Lopez

The Arizona Cardinals have signed defensive tackle Roy Lopez III to a two-year, $11.5 million contract with $7 million guaranteed. Lopez, who previously played for Arizona from 2023-2024 before a stint with the Detroit Lions, is valued for his run-stopping ability and familiarity with defensive coordinator Nick Rallis' system. The 28-year-old recorded 30 tackles and two sacks last season and will rejoin the Cardinals' defensive line rotation for the 2026 campaign.