Players to Watch: Cardinals vs Raiders

Aug 22, 2015; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Phillip Sims (1) looks to pass during the second half against the San Diego Chargers at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

As the Arizona Cardinals head to the Bay to play the Oakland Raiders, the team is also looking for their first preseason win. The Cardinals are coming off back-to-back losses at home to the Kansas City Chiefs and San Diego Chargers, while the Raiders won their first game against the St. Louis Rams and lost last week to the Minnesota Vikings.

For both teams position battles are heating up, as the regular season is just two weeks away. With Sunday Night Football’s primetime ratings, comes primetime matchups and opportunities. Here are some players to watch for Cardinals vs. Raiders…