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How Much Can A P2 Help With An E2 And A Saquon?
Patrick Peterson is back in the Cardinals’ secondary. That’s a big deal, because Peterson is a Pro Bowl player being dropped into a defense that needs more talent down-in and down-out. There is little question defensive coordinator Vance Joseph will be able to make some calls he hadn’t been able to previously. But there is also the reality the Giants are getting back two big pieces of their offense this week, players Peterson isn’t directly involved with. One is running back Saquon Barkley, already one of the best backs out there and a threat to run and to catch. The Cardinals have to be able to stop the run to force passes and make Peterson more of an advantage. The other is tight end Evan Engram – and the Cards know what ugly words “tight end” have become this season. Peterson might allow the Cardinals to put another defensive back on the tight end, maybe Tramaine Brock perhaps, or even safety Budda Baker. But those are two players for which the Cardinals must account, Peterson or not.
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