5 breakout stars to watch for Arizona Cardinals in 2020

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 31: Wide receiver Andy Isabella #89 of the Arizona Cardinals runs for a touchdown after a catch against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half of the NFL football game at State Farm Stadium on October 31, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Ralph Freso/Getty Images) /

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GLENDALE, ARIZONA – AUGUST 08: Wide receiver Hakeem Butler #17 of the Arizona Cardinals during the NFL preseason game against the Los Angeles Chargers at State Farm Stadium on August 08, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals defeated the Chargers 17-13. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

2. WR Hakeem Butler

This is a repeat of a player that can have a huge second season like Isabella, but the scenario is a bit different. Hakeem Butler was selected in the fourth round last year, and appeared in two preseason games. He had a single catch for six yards, before suffering a broken hand. The injury led to Butler missing his entire rookie season.

At Iowa State, Butler racked up over 2,000 yards with 18 touchdowns in 34 games. Half of that production came in his last 13 games for the Cyclones.

Now, the wideout will have to fight for a spot on the roster but he has a great shot at one. His size and length create matchup problems that he can take advantage of in man to man situations. That size also gives him the upper hand when leaping for 50-50 balls, and that could help Butler develop into a solid red zone target.

Once he gets his hands on the ball, Butler can also be extremely physical. He has the ability to toss smaller defensive backs around and can build up the speed needed to rack up a ton of yards after the catch.

With the opportunity to learn from players like Larry Fitzgerald and DeAndre Hopkins, Hakeem Butler may have a shot at becoming the third option on the team.

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