The saving grace of Cardinals retaining Nick Rallis as DC in 2026

Key Highlights

• The numbers had Rallis’ group allowing the most points in franchise history and surrendering 37+ points in six of the last nine games of the season.
• Despite those glaring issues, Rallis return actually makes a lot of sense. Arizona Cardinals defensive coordinator Nick Rallis watches his team against the Chicago Bears during the fourth quarter at State Farm Stadium on Nov 3, 2024, in Glendale.
• Syndication: Arizona RepublicAdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWhy bringing back Rallis isn’t the worse decision:Since Rallis’ arrival with former head coach Jonathan Gannon in 2023, the Cardinals have made it clear that they are fully in with the coordinator.
• At 32 years old, he is a defensive prodigy, and even after Gannon’s firing, reports immediately came out that Arizona would be looking to keep him.
• Many didn’t expect it to be the same role, but the first half of last season makes it clear. Arizona Cardinals defensive coordinator, Nick Rallis walks the sidelines as they play against the Las Vegas Raiders at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, on Aug.