Andrew Wingard

Career StatsC+

Year	Team	GP	INT	PD	Tkl
Career		102	6	21	346
2025		16	1	9	84
2024		8	0	3	15
2023		17

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

Earning a C+ Contract Value Index, Andrew Wingard's 1-year pact reflects how Arizona valued the position market for a veteran depth safety entering his eighth professional season. The $3M annual salary is appropriately modest for a complementary player, and Wingard's C+ performance grade—supported by his 2025 season production of 84 tackles and 1 INT across 16 games—confirms he operates as a reliable tackler without elite playmaking upside. At $3M AAV, he sits squarely in the role-player range for safeties, a market segment that rewards consistency and special-teams availability rather than coverage dominance or pass-rush impact. At 29 years old with seven seasons of NFL experience, Wingard arrives in Arizona as a steady veteran asset rather than a developmental prospect, and the warm media narrative around his Jacksonville departure underscores genuine respect within league circles for his professionalism and leadership value. The Cardinals' recent secondary moves—including Isaiah Oliver's signing—indicate Arizona is building a complementary secondary architecture around proven veterans rather than banking on Wingard as a transformational force, which keeps expectations grounded and the contract structure sensible for a team in transition. This single-year deal carries minimal long-term cap commitment, affording the Cardinals flexibility heading into the regular season while securing a trustworthy depth piece with proven special-teams reliability.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the C band — a quick read on where Andrew's contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

Stacked against the S field, Andrew Wingard grades out at a C+ performance level for Arizona. The 29-year-old veteran recorded 84 tackles across all 16 games in the 2025 season, anchoring Arizona's secondary with the durability and consistency expected of a seven-year pro. His single interception and limited splash-play production expose his ceiling as a depth-caliber safety rather than a ballhawk or centerfield disruptor, which aligns with the media narrative positioning him as a reliable special-teams contributor and leadership figure in a rebuilding Cardinals secondary. Wingard's full-season snap count underscores his role-player standing — he's a tackling machine who logs snaps but rarely generates turnovers or high-leverage coverage plays. The Cardinals' recent signing of Isaiah Oliver on the same day as Wingard's addition signals Arizona's view of the 2026 safety room: depth over star power, with Wingard serving as a veteran bridge and scheme-fit piece in a defensive overhaul. For a roster in transition at 3-14, he represents the pragmatic free-agency type — a professional without headline appeal who minimizes mistakes and contributes across multiple units.

How Andrew Compares at the Position

Andrew Wingard ranks 61st of 196 graded safeties by performance. That slots Andrew between Donovan Wilson (B-) just ahead and Jaylinn Hawkins (C+) just behind.

Fan Sentiment

Solid depth addition for Arizona's secondary rotation needs. Multiple outlets covered the signing, highlighting Wingard's familiarity from Jacksonville's system. His free agent status suggests limited All-Pro caliber, positioning him as rotational contributor. Fans appreciated his effort in Jacksonville; curious why Jaguars didn't retain him. Cardinals gain experienced safety depth without major cap commitment or draft capital.