BREAKING NEWS: Cardinals Owner Michael Bidwill Confirms GM Monti Ossenfort Is Leaving the NFL – Entire League in Shock!

In a jaw-dropping announcement that’s rocking the NFL to its core, Arizona Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill just revealed that General Manager Monti Ossenfort is leaving the NFL — not for another team, not via trade, and not because of retirement.

According to Bidwill, Ossenfort is being suspended from league activities indefinitely, effective immediately.

“This is not a decision we took lightly,” Bidwill said during an impromptu press conference Wednesday morning. “Monti has been a significant part of this organization’s recent direction, but circumstances have changed.”

That vague statement has left fans and insiders scrambling for answers. Social media is in a frenzy, with “#MontiOut” trending nationwide within minutes of the announcement.

 Not a Trade. Not a Firing. Not a Vacation. A Suspension?

Speculation is rampant, with league sources remaining tight-lipped. NFL insiders are describing the move as “unprecedented” and “potentially damaging” to the Cardinals’ 2025–2026 season.

While no official reason has been disclosed, rumors swirling around NFL circles suggest internal disagreements, off-field controversies, or even league policy violations may have played a role.

“I’m just as shocked as everyone else,” one anonymous Cardinals staffer said. “This came out of nowhere. We were gearing up for mid-season evaluations, and now we’re looking for a new GM?”

Monti Ossenfort Breaks His Silence

In a brief statement posted to X (formerly Twitter), Ossenfort wrote:

“I have always acted in the best interest of the Arizona Cardinals and the NFL. I intend to address this situation soon, in full transparency. For now, I’m stepping away with integrity and focus.”

The post has already racked up 4.2 million views, with players, coaches, and analysts flooding the comments with support — and disbelief.

What’s Next for the Cardinals?

With the team sitting at 2–1 and momentum starting to build, this shake-up could derail everything. Key decisions on contracts, trades, and the upcoming draft were reportedly in motion. Without Ossenfort at the helm, the team may have to appoint an interim GM — or let Bidwill take direct control.

Fans are bracing for the worst.

“If Monti’s gone, this season might go with him,” one fan tweeted. “What the hell is going on in Arizona?”