With the top three running backs already off the board, the Cardinals were determined to draft the best available defensive player at pick No. 8. Cornerback was clearly their biggest defensive need, and Rolle has the instincts, toughness and athletic ability to quickly become a solid starter in the NFL. Complete analysis
The Cardinals tried hard to deal for Buffalo's Travis Henry before the draft but to no avail. Instead they nab Arrington, rated by most as the best back not among the big three (Brown, Benson and Williams). Complete analysis
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