Cardinals’ 2021 schedule includes NFC North, AFC South opponents

Jan 3, 2021, 9:19 PM

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) runs as San Francisco 49ers cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon (23) defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

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BY ARIZONA SPORTS

The Arizona Cardinals’ 2020 season is officially over following an 18-7 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 17.

With no playoffs in sight, it’s time to turn the page to next year.

After the team’s final game of the season, the Cardinals’ 2021 slate of opponents is now known.

And let’s just say there’s one matchup that everyone is going to be tuning in for.

Following an offseason trade that landed him in Arizona, wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins will get a chance to face off against his former team in the Houston Texans at State Farm Stadium. Hopkins played seven seasons in Houston, amassing 8,602 yards and 54 touchdowns over that span.

Aside from its NFC West showdowns, Arizona will also take on the Indianapolis Colts at home, as well as the Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings and Carolina Panthers.

Looking at the Cardinals’ road opponents, Arizona will take on the other NFC North and AFC South teams and the Dallas Cowboys.

Additionally, a 17th game will be played in 2021. While the opponent hasn’t been made official, the formula used for the extra game pits the NFC West against the AFC North, per The MMQB’s Albert Breer. With the Cardinals and Browns both finishing third in their respective divisions, the two will square off in 2021. It is not known which team will host the matchup.

The dates and times of the 2021 schedule will be released at a later time.

Arizona Cardinals 2021 opponents (with 2020 records)

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Green Bay Packers (13-3)

Minnesota Vikings (7-9)

Houston Texans (4-12)

Indianapolis Colts (11-5)

Carolina Panthers (5-11)

*Cleveland Browns (11-5)

Los Angeles Rams (10-6)

San Francisco 49ers (6-10)

Seattle Seahawks (12-4)

Away

Detroit Lions (5-11)

Chicago Bears (8-8)

Tennessee Titans (11-5)

Jacksonville Jaguars (1-15)

Dallas Cowboys (6-10)

*Cleveland Browns

Los Angeles Rams

San Francisco 49ers

Seattle Seahawks

* Unknown if matchup will be home or away.

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INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 03: Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals throws a pass during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on January 03, 2021 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Van Jefferson (12) runs against Arizona Cardinals free safety Jalen Thompson (34) and cornerback Byron Murphy (33) during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Los Angeles Rams quarterback John Wolford (9) reacts with teammates during the second half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Jalen Ramsey (20) and free safety John Johnson III, bottom, defend a pass intended for Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (10) during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Los Angeles Rams linebacker Troy Reeder (51) runs with the ball after the Rams blocked a field goal attempt by the Arizona Cardinals during the second half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Troy Hill (22) is congratulated by teammates after returning an interception for a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Troy Hill (22) runs back an interception for a touchdown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Los Angeles Rams cornerback Troy Hill, right, returns an interception for a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) walks off the field after an injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) is sacked by Los Angeles Rams defensive end Morgan Fox during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Chris Streveler (15) fumbles the ball as he is hit by Los Angeles Rams outside linebacker Leonard Floyd (54) during the first half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. The Cardinals recovered the ball. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Josh Reynolds (11) catches a pass against Arizona Cardinals cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (20) during the first half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay watches during the first half of his team's NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Byron Murphy (33) celebrates his fumble recovery with linebacker Isaiah Simmons (48) and cornerback Patrick Peterson (21) during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Injured Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff stands on the sideline before an NFL football game between the Rams and the Arizona Cardinals in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Arizona Cardinals cornerback Byron Murphy (33) runs after recovering a fumble by Los Angeles Rams running back Cam Akers during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (1) runs against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half of an NFL football game in Inglewood, Calif., Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)

Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals warms up before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on January 03, 2021 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 03: Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals reacts before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on January 03, 2021 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 03: Kyler Murray #1 of the Arizona Cardinals warms up before the game against the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on January 03, 2021 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

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