ESPN and Football Outsiders posted their yearly look at the biggest roster

In things that make you say Robert Alford Jersey 2019 , duh, holes for each NFL teams roster.In something that is a shock to no one, the Arizona...The Revenge of the Birds podcastArizona Cardinals offensive line their biggest roster hole according to Football OutsidersNew,133comments Arizona Cardinals offensive line their biggest roster hole according to Football OutsidersPhoto by Christian Petersen/Getty ImagesIn things that make you say, duh, ESPN and Football Outsiders posted their yearly look at the biggest roster holes for each NFL teams roster.In something that is a shock to no one, the Arizona Cardinals is their offensive line.From E$PN In$ider.Here is the interesting aspect.Since 2013 Black David Johnson Jersey , the Arizona Cardinals have heavily invested in their offensive line in every single offseason except for 2017.Think about it.2013: Jonathan Cooper pick2014: Jared Veldheer big contract2015: Mike Iupati big contract, D.J. Humphries signing2016: Evan Mathis signing2018: Justin Pugh and Mason ColeThat does not even include all of the smaller deals.Is the offensive line a strength? No, but have they ignored it or gone cheap in what they have done in the Steve Keim era?No, it has been a consistent focus for the team, just not one they have done a good job of fixing.Now, do I agree with the fact that the offensive line is still a question mark? Of course, but it is not like they could fix every issue in one offseason. The Arizona Cardinals announced they have signed cornerback Robert Alford to a three-year contract. In accordance with club policy David Johnson Jersey 2019 , terms were not disclosed.Alford (5-10, 186) played the past six seasons with Atlanta (2013-18) and appeared in 88 games (76 starts) after entering the league with the Falcons as a second-round selection (60th overall) in the 2013 NFL Draft out of Southeastern Louisiana. After taking over as a starting corner as a rookie, Alford has started each of the last 76 games he has appeared in.Over the last four seasons (2015-18), Alford played 62 of a possible 64 games for the Falcons. In his career, the 30-year old Alford has recorded 291 tackles (243 solo), 10 interceptions, 85 passes defensed Black Chandler Jones Jersey , four tackles for loss, two fumble recoveries and a forced fumble. He also had 30 tackles, an interception and nine passes defensed in five career postseason games. Alford has returned three interceptions for touchdowns in his NFL career (two regular season; one postseason), including an interception off Tom Brady in Super Bowl LI that he returned 82 yards for a score against the Patriots. Last season with the Falcons, Alford started all 15 games he appeared in and had 50 tackles (43 solo) and 11 passes defensed. He was released by Atlanta on Tuesday.Pro Football Focus graded Alford out as the 105th best CB in the NFL. With a grade of 56.6. If PFF isn’t your thing, here are some numbers from Football Outsiders charting stats. Alford allowed 11.9 yards per pass. That is good for 182nd. Success rate is what really matters. That is the percentage of plays where the CB was in coverage and did not meet the baseline for offensive success. Example is 45% on first down, 60% on second down Chandler Jones Jersey 2019 , and 100% on third down. Alford finished with a 34% success rate. That’s good for 174th in the league. For reference, that Patrick Peterson guy had a 61% success rate. David Amerson 57%.Alford could be viewed as a slot option for the team. He’s a very good athlete and has had success in the NFL. He just did not have a good year in 2018. For what it’s worth, charting corners is the most volatile stat in the NFL. It’s hwy guys like Peterson remain at the top. Because it’s so tough to consistently good.