The Arizona Cardinals finished third in the NFC West with an 8-9 record, failing to make the playoffs again. But the new season brings new hope for the Cardinals. Arizona's 8-9 finish is their best record since making the playoffs in 2021 with an 11-6 record.
The Cardinals' playoff chances in 2025 have improved at Arizona sportsbooks after last season's eight wins. Below, you can find more details about Arizona's chances of making the postseason this year.
Current Arizona Cardinals Playoff Chances for 2025-26
| 👍 Playoff Chances: | OTB |
| 👎 Miss Playoffs: | OTB |
| 🔥 Win NFC: | +3000 (3.2%) |
| ⭐ Win NFC West: | OTB |
| ✅ Playoff Odds Last Verified: | February 21, 2025 |
What Are the Chances the Cardinals Make the Playoffs?
The Cardinals have a chance to make the playoffs based on last season's performance, but odds from DraftKings Sportsbook have yet to be released. Odds are used to calculate implied probability which is where our playoff chances come from.
Who Do the Cardinals Play Next?
The Cardinals 2025-26 full schedule has not yet been released. We do know Arizona will host the Rams, 49ers, Seahawks, Falcons, Panthers, Jaguars, Titans and Packers. They will play away against the Rams, 49ers, Seahawks, Texans, Colts, Buccaneers, Saints, Cowboys and Bengals. Below is the 2024-25 Cardinals' schedule and betting lines.
| Cardinals Schedule | Line | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Week 1 at Buffalo Bills | AZ +6.5, ML +245 | Cardinals (0-1) loss 34-28 |
| Week 2 vs. Los Angeles Rams | AZ -1.5, ML -120 | Cardinals (1-1) win 41-10 |
| Week 3 vs. Detroit Lions | AZ +3, ML +124 | Cardinals (1-2) loss 20-13 |
| Week 4 vs. Washington Commanders | AZ -3.5, ML -175 | Cardinals (1-3) loss 42-14 |
| Week 5 at San Francisco 49ers | AZ +7, ML +275 | Cardinals (2-3) win 24-23 |
| Week 6 at Green Bay Packers | AZ +5.5, ML +195 | Cardinals (2-4) loss 34-13 |
| Week 7 vs. Los Angeles Chargers | AZ +1, ML -102 | Cardinals (3-4) win 17-15 |
| Week 8 at Miami Dolphins | AZ +3.5, ML +150 | Cardinals (4-4) win 28-27 |
| Week 9 vs. Chicago Bears | AZ +1, ML -110 | Cardinals (5-4) win 29-9 |
| Week 10 vs. New York Jets | AZ -1, ML -112 | Cardinals (6-4) win 31-6 |
| Week 11 BYE | - | - |
| Week 12 at Seattle Seahawks | AZ -1, ML -110 | Cardinals (6-5) loss 16-6 |
| Week 13 at Minnesota Vikings | AZ +3.5, ML +154 | Cardinals (6-6) loss 23-22 |
| Week 14 vs. Seattle Seahawks | AZ -3, ML -155 | Cardinals (6-7) loss 30-18 |
| Week 15 vs. New England Patriots | AZ -5.5, ML -225 | Cardinals (7-7) win 30-17 |
| Week 16 at Carolina Panthers | AZ -4, ML -198 | Cardinals (7-8) loss 36-30 |
| Week 17 at Los Angles Rams | AZ +5.5, ML +200 | Cardinals (7-9) loss 13-39 |
| Week 18 vs. San Francisco 49ers | AZ -4.5, ML -225 | Cardinals (8-9) win 47-24 |
Who Should the Cardinals Root for and Against This Week?
Cardinals fans should root against the other teams in the NFC West: San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks. Especially if Arizona is last in the division. When the playoffs get closer, Cardinals fans should root against any team that has a better record and could impact the Cardinals' playoff chances.
Cardinals Playoff Picture
| NFC Division Winners | Record | Division |
| 1. Detroit Lions | 15-2 | NFC North |
| 2. Philadelphia Eagles | 14-3 | NFC East |
| 3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 10-7 | NFC South |
| 4. Los Angeles Rams | 10-7 | NFC West |
| NFC Wild Card | Record | Division |
| 5. Minnesota Vikings | 14-3 | NFC North |
| 6. Washington Commanders | 12-5 | NFC East |
| 7. Green Bay Packers | 11-6 | NFC North |
| Eliminated | Record | Division |
| 8. Seattle Seahawks | 10-7 | NFC West |
| 9. Atlanta Falcons | 8-9 | NFC South |
| 10. Arizona Cardinals | 8-9 | NFC West |
| 11. Dallas Cowboys | 7-10 | NFC East |
| 12. San Francisco 49ers | 6-11 | NFC West |
| 13. Chicago Bears | 5-12 | NFC North |
| 14. Carolina Panthers | 5-12 | NFC South |
| 15. New Orleans Saints | 5-12 | NFC South |
| 16. New York Giants | 3-14 | NFC East |
Where Are the Cardinals in the NFC West Divisional Race?
Above and below are the results from the 2024-25 season. We will update this section as the new season progresses.
The Cardinals finished third place in the NFC West. Here are the 2024-25 standings:
- Los Angeles Rams 10-7
- Seattle Seahawks 10-7
- Arizona Cardinals 8-9
- San Francisco 49ers 6-11
Where Are the Cardinals in the NFC Wild Card Race?
The Cardinals did not clinch an NFC Wild Card spot in 2024. If they can improve their winning record in the new season, the Cardinals should be in the NFC Wild Card race.
Notable Cardinals Matchups This Season
Once the 2025-26 schedule is released, we will update this section. Last season's most notable matchups:
Where to Bet on the Arizona Cardinals Making the Playoffs
When odds are available, you can head over to BetMGM AZ and other sportsbooks, like FanDuel, bet365, Caesars and more, to wager on other teams and other outcomes. Betting in Arizona is legal online and at retail locations for anyone over the age of 21.
Looking at the Cardinals Playoff History & Results
The Cardinals have had a bleak playoff history overall, participating in just 17 playoff games despite being the oldest professional football franchise in the U.S. The Cardinals are 7-10 in their playoff history and have never won a Super Bowl, though they did win a championship prior to the start of the Super Bowl era. The Cardinals' last playoff appearance came in 2021 and their last win in 2015.
Cardinals Playoff Chances & Scenarios FAQs
Yes, the Arizona Cardinals can make the NFL Playoffs. They did fail to make the postseason in 2024, but we expect their odds to be better in the upcoming season.
No, the Cardinals were eliminated from playoff contention after their loss in Week 16.
The Cardinals' playoff chances are not available yet, but they did finish the 2024-25 season with eight wins. If they can win more games next season, they should have a good chance of making the playoffs.
The Cardinals' odds of making the playoffs are off the board at DraftKings and all other sportsbooks. Once the season starts, odds will be available and updated weekly.
The Cardinals can make the playoffs by either winning the NFC West or earning one of three NFC Wild Card spots.
The Cardinals last made the playoffs in 2021, losing to the Los Angeles Rams in the wild-card round.
The Cardinals' last postseason win was against the Green Bay Packers in the 2015 divisional round. Arizona went on to lose to the Carolina Panthers in the NFC Championship Game.
Author
Wes is an editor and writer for BetArizona.com. Based out of the Kansas City area, Wes has covered sports professionally since 2015 with a strong emphasis on sports betting and the NFL, though he's also covered pro wrestling, UFC, college sports and more.
