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Bird Droppings: Arizona Cardinals News and Links for Sunday

A look at some of the best story lines heading into the Arizona Cardinals game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

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Matt Kartozian-USA TODAY Sports

Welcome to Game Day, check out some of the best stories on the Arizona Cardinals and Tampa Bay Buccaneers heading into this afternoons game.

Cardinals' Urgency Heightened As Bucs Arrive
After subpar season opener, team intent on avoiding second straight loss.

5 things the Cardinals must improve from Week 1 to beat the Buccaneers | Cards Wire
If the Cardinals are to avoid an 0-2 start, there are five things they must improve.

Cardinals have sense of urgency into matchup with Tampa Bay
The Arizona Cardinals would no doubt prefer to beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, but must they?

Arizona Cardinals' Larry Fitzgerald not satisfied with 100 touchdowns
Larry Fitzgerald owns every receiving record in the Cardinals’ media guide and he climbs several of the NFL’s important all-time lists.

Arizona Cardinals' A.Q. Shipley’s wait to be starting center over - Arizona Cardinals Blog- ESPN
For the first time in A.Q. Shipley's career, he's the full-time, everyday starting center.

Bickley: Arizona Cardinals have the Valley on edge
One week into the season, and the Cardinals already have the Valley on edge.

Why Arizona Cardinals' David Johnson Will Feast on the Buccaneers in Week 2 | Bleacher Report

Notes from the Enemy:

The Bucs need to be more consistent on offense this week - Bucs Nation
The Bucs scored 31 points, but most of the production came in just two quarters.

Dirk Koetter expects the Cardinals to pressure Jameis Winston - Bucs Nation
If the Bucs adjust well, this could be a huge game.