Cardinals Sign Safety Andrew Wingard to One-Year, $3 Million Deal

The Arizona Cardinals have secured veteran safety Andrew Wingard on a one-year, $3 million contract to replace Jalen Thompson. The 29-year-old former Jaguar recorded 84 tackles and one interception last season, helping Jacksonville to a top-ranked run defense. Known for his intense playing style and high football IQ, Wingard successfully returned from a 2024 knee injury to start 16 games. He brings 102 games of NFL experience and a physical presence to the Cardinals' secondary as a Week 1 starter.