WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W. Va. – As Carson Palmer will attest, it can take a quarterback a couple years to feel comfortable with Bruce Arians’ playbook.
Outside linebacker is considerably easier, but just a few days? That’s the expectation for new addition Dwight Freeney, who wrapped up his first practice with the Cardinals on Wednesday here at The Greenbrier.
Rookie Markus Golden will start against the Steelers on Sunday in place of injured linebacker Alex Okafor (calf), but Freeney could play a significant role less than a week after signing. Arians said Freeney is expected to play 15-to-20 snaps, although it could be more if the Cardinals use their nickel defense regularly.