20 - 13

(Sep 7, 2025 · Week 1)

In great irony, Will Johnson dedicated his first-ever regular-season game in the Arizona Cardinals’ colors to one thing: turning the Saints’ offense into a “no fly zone”. Deliverer of both big hits and pass deflections throughout Sept. 7, 2025’s opener, the former Wolverine produced one much-discussed play, showcasing both play recognition and ambition by pouncing on New Orleans’ backfield pass attempt for a breakup. Johnson’s physicality and instincts were a dominant story in the 20-13 win, and the box score verified as such, as the No. 47 pick turned in three passes defended — the most by a rookie Cardinal since 2000 — and one tackle.

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