GLENDALE – There are some glaring issues with the Cardinals’ offense in the first two weeks, and fans have been putting the majority of the blame on Cardinals Offensive Coordinator Drew Petzing.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!
Cardinals offensive coordinator Petzing talks to his offense during Cardinals training camp at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, on July 31, 2025. © Patrick Breen/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images
It has been a lackluster effort from the Cardinals’ offense so far to begin the 2025 NFL season, as the playcalling has become predictable and stagnant. There is one main culprit that Cardinals fans have been talking about as the main reason for these lingering issues. Cardinals Offensive Coordinator Drew Petzing refuses to adapt as the game develops, and his predictable playcalling will eventually catch up to Arizona.
Sep 10, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon (left) hugs Cardinals offensive coordinator Petzing before the game against the Washington Commander at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Brent Skeen-USA TODAY Sports
The main focus point of the Cardinals’ offense since Head Coach Jonathan Gannon and Offensive Coordinator Drew Petzing took over has been getting the run game developed to open up the offense for QB Kyler Murray. Though the offensive line play, and refusal to get their playmaker Marvin Harrison Jr. more involved have many questioning if a new offensive coordinator would help get the Cardinals’ offense moving in the right direction.
Cardinals offensive coordinator Petzing talks to his players during training camp at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Ariz., on Monday, July 29, 2024. © Joe Rondone/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK
Cardinals fans’ opinions on OC Drew Petzing:
Drew Petzing is so frustrating, it’s so predictable that this team was going to check it down on 3rd down.
— Benjamin Garcia (@BenGarciaShow) September 14, 2025
I think I feel comfortable saying aloud…
I am over the Drew Petzing experience. I say that at 2-0 and not 0-2 to highlight that it’s not just reactionary to losses.
This guys cannot scheme well enough to have this job. This offense will absolutely cost them a playoff spot.
— Ryan Eilers (@ryanbeilers) September 15, 2025
Drew Petzing is the worst playcaller in the NFL.
— TommyFootball (@TomNovell) September 14, 2025
Drew Petzing is the best Defensive coordinator in the NFL
— D ⭐️ (@HoodieXO29) September 14, 2025
We need to be freed from Drew Petzing https://t.co/MXtZ7bqOvB
— Zeze (@K1xMHJ) September 15, 2025
These voices of frustration from Cardinals fans are coming after a 2-0 start to the NFL season, which speaks volumes more than anything. What should have been a celebrated start has now turned into weeks full of skepticism and criticism after back-to-back weeks of games that could have led to two disastrous losses. This upcoming game against the San Francisco 49ers will be a massive test for Petzing’s offense. If the Cardinals cannot overcome their problems, whether it’s consistency with the offensive line or getting productive play calling, they could be in for a rough stretch until they figure out a solution.
Arizona Cardinals CB Will Johnson gives uneasy update after multiple cornerback injuries
Get the BEST Phoenix sports insider information, and exclusive content. SIGN UP HERE to unlock our premium content!*
Reporter Benjamin Bliklen covers the Arizona Diamondbacks, Arizona Cardinals, and Phoenix Suns for Burn City Sports. You can follow him on his X account, @BenBliklen
