The Cardinals have the oldest roster in the NFL, but through a combination of design and necessity, they are receiving an infusion of youth in the last half of the season.
Rookie Budda Baker became a starter two weeks ago when safety Tyvon Branch went down with a knee injury. Rookie Ricky Seals-Jones’ role expanded when Ifeanyi Momah suffered an ankle injury two weeks ago. D.J. Foster has replaced Andre Ellington as the third-down back.
Injuries and poor performances from receivers ahead of them on the depth chart could mean rookies Chad Williams and Carlton Agudosi are part of the rotation on Sunday against the Jaguars (7-3).