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Quarterback: Carson Palmer was definitely not the same player in 2016. Bruce Arians has attributed that to injuries, but the fact remains that Palmer turned 37 in December. Arizona will have to think about finding a successor this offseason.
Cornerback: Patrick Peterson is obviously a shutdown cornerback, but the Cardinals could not find a viable No. 2 option across from him. Former running back Brandon Williams was tried there initially, and he was abysmal. Marcus Cooper was next, and while he was better, it was only by default. The front office will have to find a strong second corner.
Inside Linebacker: Reuben Foster and Zach Cunningham will be options for the Cardinals in the opening round of the 2017 NFL Draft, as they'll be looking to replace Kevin Minter. Signed Karlos Dansby
Guard: The Cardinals thought they solved all their issues at guard when they signed Evan Mathis, but Mathis missed most of the year with an injury, and now he's a free agent.
Defensive End: The Cardinals spent last year's first-round pick on Robert Nkemdiche, but the position will need to be addressed again if Calais Campbell leaves via free agency.
Wide Receiver: Larry Fitzgerald is mulling retirement; Michael Floyd is gone; and John Brown struggles to stay healthy. The Cardinals could add another receiver early in the 2017 NFL Draft.
Safety: Tyrann Mathieu will be better next year once he gets over his injuries. However, Tony Jefferson and D.J. Swearinger are set to hit the market. One will need to be re-signed. Signed Antoine Bethea
Edge Rusher: Chandler Jones could be franchised. If not, edge rusher becomes an obvious need. If he is, depth is still needed with Alex Okafor having an expiring contract. Franchised Chandler Jones Offensive Tackle Depth: Arizona will have to find help at offensive tackle in order to protect either Palmer or a young quarterback. Jared Veldheer is great on the blind side, but his absence demonstrated the lack of depth the team has at the position.
Center: A.Q. Shipley is another starting offensive lineman who will be hitting free agency this spring, but I'm listing center low on this list because the front office spent a fourth-round pick on Evan Boehm last April. Boehm struggled in the preseason, but perhaps he'll be able to develop. Re-signed A.Q. Shipley Punter: The Cardinals had one of the worst punters in the NFL last year.
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