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Jess Root

Cardinals’ Week 7 defensive snap counts and observations vs. Saints

In the Arizona Cardinals’ 42-34 win over the New Orleans Saints last Thursday, the defense was on the field for 72 snaps. Four players played every single snap.

How was the playing time divided up?

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Let’s go over the individual snap counts for every player, split up by position, and discuss any notable observations from the numbers.

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Defensive line

Joe Rondone-Arizona Republic

Zach Allen, 60; J.J. Watt, 60; Leki Fotu, 28; Michael Dogbe, 13; Jonathan Ledbetter, 10; Rashard Lawrence, 4

Lawrence exited early. Watt and Allen continue to play a lot. It was a good thing the Cardinals kept all six linemen active.

Outside linebacker

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Markus Golden, 53; Victor Dimukeje, 32; Cameron Thomas, 24; Myjai Sanders, 16; Jesse Luketa, 5

Dimukeje actually got the start but Golden played more. With Devon Kennard gone and Dennis Gardeck injured, there was more playing time for Thomas and Sanders.

Inside linebacker

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Zaven Collins, 72; Isaiah Simmons, 54; Ben Niemann, 24; Tanner Vallejo, 21; Zeke Turner, 1

Collins again played every snap. Simmons continues to have a large role and both Vallejo and Niemann get playing time.

Cornerback

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Byron Murphy, 72; Marco Wilson, 56; Antonio Hamilton, 35; Christian Matthew, 2

Hamilton saw his most playing time since returning from his injuries.

Safeties

Joe Rondone-Arizona Republic

Budda Baker, 72; Jalen Thompson, 72; Chris Banjo, 9

The Cardinals again had a few three-safety packages.

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