The Arizona Cardinals selected Robert Nkemdiche in the 2016 NFL draft 29th overall. Nkemdiche had an underwhelming rookie year and battled injuries throughout his debut season. Despite his slow start, we easily brushed it under the rug due to Calais Campbell’s veteran presence.
Campbell was in the final year of his contract and we weren’t able to resign him for this upcoming season. I honestly believe Steve Keim saw Calais’ departure evident, which is why we selected Nkemdiche in the 2016 draft.
With all that being said, Nkemdiche went MIA in the Cards debut HOF game this past Thursday against Dallas.