Colin McMahon

Colin McMahon

Joined: Jul 1, 2025

Colin McMahon is s staff writer for Arizona Cardinals on SI. Colin also covers the Indiana Hoosiers for TheHoosier.com and On3 Sports. He is currently a junior at the Indiana University Media School and has been covering college athletics for the last two years. Before college, Colin attended high school in Scottsdale and has lived in the valley since 2012. You can follow Colin and all his coverage @ColinMcMahon31

Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon stands on the sidelines against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Dec 14, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) throws downfield during the second quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Rams safety Kamren Kinchens (26) pressures the pass by Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) in the second half at State Farm Stadium on Dec 7, 2025, in Glendale, Ariz.

Nov 30, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride (85) catches a touchdown during the second half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) walks off the field after their 27-24 overtime loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars at State Farm Stadium on Nov. 23, 2025.

News

It was another heartbreaker for the Cardinals, as they had every chance to secure a victory against the Jags, but fell short

Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker (3) closes in for a sack on Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) at State Farm Stadium on Nov. 23, 2025.

Analysis

It was an entertaining matchup to watch, but the Arizona Cardinals finished with their eighth loss in their last nine games.

Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon walks the sidelines as his team plays the San Francisco 49ers at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Nov. 16, 2025.

Analysis

With losses mounting, is Jonathan Gannon and the Cardinals coaching staff losing this team?

Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon walks off the field after their 41-22 loss to the San Francisco 49ers at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Nov. 16, 2025.

Analysis

Once again, the Arizona Cardinals found themselves on the wrong end of a one-sided score against a divisional opponent.

Nov 9, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon looks on during the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

News

Sitting at 3-6, Arizona's head coach doesn't think major changes needs to me made, but they might be coming sooner rather than later.

Nov 9, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) throws a pass during the fourth quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

Analysis

The Arizona Cardinals lost their second game of the season to Seattle, but this one wasn't particularly close.

Nov 3, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) sets the play at the line during the game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Arizona Cardinals at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Analysis

Jacoby Brissett will lead the Arizona Cardinals' offense moving forward, but should the franchise still have faith in Kyler Murray?

Nov 3, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon looks on before the game against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Analysis

For the first time since Week 2, the Arizona Cardinals won a football game. Here are the main takeaways.

Oct 19, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon reacts against the Green Bay Packers at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Arizona Cardinals must answer these three questions before it's too late.

Oct 19, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Green Bay Packers fans cheer against the Arizona Cardinals during the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

It's become common for opposing fans to outnumber the Red Sea at State Farm Stadium, with the latest instance coming on Sunday.

Oct 19, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon looks on against the Green Bay Packers during the second half at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Take a look at three lessons from Arizona's fifth straight loss.

Oct 12, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) passes the ball against the Indianapolis Colts during the first quarter of the game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Against one of his former teams, Cardinals backup QB Jacoby Brissett impressed in the losing effort.