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Cardinals tender four exclusive rights free agents

New York Giants v Arizona Cardinals

GLENDALE, AZ - DECEMBER 24: Defensive tackle Olsen Pierre #72 of the Arizona Cardinals on the sidelines during the second half of the NFL game against the New York Giants at the University of Phoenix Stadium on December 24, 2017 in Glendale, Arizona. The Arizona Cardinals won 23-0. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

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The Cardinals announced they have tendered four exclusive rights free agents -- cornerback C.J. Goodwin, running back Elijhaa Penny, defensive lineman Olsen Pierre and offensive lineman John Wetzel.

Goodwin appeared in two games for Arizona last season after joining the team off waivers from Atlanta in Week 15. He originally entered the NFL as an undrafted rookie receiver, signing with Pittsburgh in 2014.

Penny played all 16 games for the Cardinals last season, rushing for 124 yards and two touchdowns on 31 carries. He also had 38 receiving yards on four receptions and 11 special teams tackles.

Pierre played in 14 games with seven starts last season for the Cardinals, totaling 32 tackles, 10 for loss, 5.5 sacks, two passes defensed and one forced fumble.

Wetzel played all 16 games for the Cardinals last season. He started four games at left tackle and seven at right tackle.