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Kyler Murray practices fully; 8 players sit out of Cardinals’ Wednesday practice

Chase Edmonds, Larry Fitzgerald and DeAndre Hopkins all sat out.

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The Arizona Cardinals began their wee of practice on Wednesday and released their first injury report of the week. The biggest question entering the week was whether quarterback Kyler Murray would be able to play after suffering a leg injury late in Saturday’s 20-12 loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

He answered that himself when he declared he would play and the first injury report of the week seems to confirm that. He was a full participant on Wednesday.

However, eight Cardinals players did not participate in Wednesday’s practice.

Receivers DeAndre Hopkins and Larry Fitzgerald normally have Wednesday off but did have injury designations. Fitzgerald is dealing with a groin injury still and Hopkins has a hip injury, perhaps related to the fall he took in the end zone before halftime of Saturday’s game.

Defensive tackle Domata Peko had the day off.

Running back Chase Edmonds (hip) did not practice and is considered day-to-day this week. Tight ends Darrell Daniels (hamstring) and Maxx Williams (ankle) also sat out. Daniels progressed last week and played with the same injury. Williams is also day-to-day.

Linebacker Haason Reddick, the team’s sack leader with 12.5, sat out with a shoulder injury and safety Chris Banjo (hip) was new to the report this week. He did not practice either.

Tight end Dan Arnold, who had a back injury pop up last week, was limited. So were cornerback Drek Kirkpatrick (hamstring, calf) and running back Jonathan Ward (ankle). Kirkpatrick did not practice at all last week with the same injuries and, while active on Saturday, did not play.

There is some hope that safety Jalen Thompson will be back in the lineup against the Rams. After getting limited work last week for the first time since reinjuring his ankle, he was a full participant on Wednesday, suggesting he will probably be on the field on Sunday.

Did not participate:

  • S Chris Banjo (hip)
  • TE Darrell Daniels (hamstring)
  • RB Chase Edmonds (hip)
  • WR Larry Fitzgerald (groin)
  • WR DeAndre Hopkins (hip)
  • DT Domata Peko (rest)
  • OLB Haason Reddick (hip)
  • TE Maxx Williams (ankle)

Limited participation:

  • TE Dan Arnold (back)
  • CB Dre Kirkpatrick (hamstring, calf)
  • RB Jonathan Ward (ankle)

Full participation:

  • QB Kyler Murray (leg)
  • S Jalen Thompson (ankle)

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Kyler Murray, Chase Edmonds injured in loss to 49ers

Edmonds suffered a hip injury and Murray injured his leg on the Cardinals’ final offensive play.

The Arizona Cardinals lost to the San Francisco 49ers 20-12 on Saturday, putting their playoff chances in jeopardy. They also might have lost two key offensive players.

Quarterback Kyler Murray and running back Chase Edmonds sustained injuries in the loss.

Edmonds exited the game in the first half with a hip injury. Initially announced as questionable to return, he was later downgraded to out and was seen changed out of his pads. He caught two passes for eight yards.

Murray was injured on the Cardinals’ final offensive play. On a fourth-down incomplete pass, Murray was hit and stayed on the ground and appeared to be in some pain. He walked off the field but after the game, after being announced as a postgame interview, he did not address reporters.

Head coach Kliff Kingsbury announced Murray had suffered a leg injury and was being evaluated.

He did not know about the details or severity of either Murray’s or Edmonds’ injuries and said he would know more after his press conference.

The Cardinals fell to 8-7 and have one final game left against the Los Angeles Rams.

Update:

NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport says that the injury appears minor but was getting checked out. It would seem he will be fine for the Cardinals’ season finale against the Rams.

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Chase Edmonds, DeAndre exit first half with injuries

The Cardinals trailed the 49ers 7-6 at halftime.

The Arizona Cardinals enter halftime down by a point to the San Francisco 49ers, trailing 7-6. They also have lost a pair of key offensive contributors.

In the second quarter of the game, running back Chase Edmonds, who entered the game questionable to play with both knee and ankle injuries, had to leave with another injury.

He was reported as questionable to return with a hip injury.

He had two catches for eight yards in the first half.

Hopkins left just before halftime. On a throw to the end zone that was broken up, Hopkins got injured. It appeared to be his abdomen, chest or getting the wind knocked out of him when he landed on the arm of 49ers cornerback Jason Verrett.

He went to the locker room. At the time of publishing, there was no announcement of the status of his return. He had three receptions for 20 yards in the first half.

Update:

It appears Hopkins will be fine.

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Cardinals inactives: Chase Edmonds, Larry Fitzgerald active; Maxx Williams inactive

The Cardinals will have all their offensive starters except for Williams against the 49ers.

The Arizona Cardinals have announced their list of inactive players for their Week 16 game this afternoon against the San Francisco 49ers. With 10 players listed on the final injury report as questionable for the game, there were concerns that a few offensive starters would not be able to play.

However, only one of their offensive starters will sit this game. Running back Chase Edmonds, receiver Larry Fitzgerald and guard Justin Pugh are all active and are expected to play.

Tight end Maxx Williams, who missed practice all week with an ankle injury he reaggravated last week, is inactive and will not play.

Here is the full list:

  • QB Brett Hundley
  • RB Eno Benjamin
  • Jalen Thompson
  • WR Andy Isabella
  • OL Josh Miles

Isabella is inactive for the third game in a row. Thompson, who has been out with an ankle injury for the second time this year, was limited in practice all week but will not play. Chris Banjo will be in the starting lineup.

With Williams out, it means an increased role for Darrell Daniels and playing time for Seth DeValve, who was signed to the active roster on Friday.

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Zane Gonzalez out; Chase Edmonds, Justin Pugh questionable for Cardinals in Week 15

The team will make a decision on Saturday whether Edmonds can go or not against the Eagles.

The Arizona Cardinals wrapped up their week of practice and have released their final injury report. Four players have been ruled out and another three are questionable.

For the second week in a row, kicker Zane Gonzalez will not play. His back injury kept him out of practice all week. Mike Nugent will get elevated from the practice squad on Saturday and then handle the kicking duties.

Defensive lineman Jordan Phillips (hamstring) and safety Jalen Thompson (ankle) will miss another game, while outside linebacker Kylie Fitts (hamstring) got hurt on Thursday and missed practice on Friday. He was also ruled out.

Running back Chase Edmonds (ankle), guard Justin Pugh (calf) and cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (hamstring) are all questionable. Edmonds only practiced on a limited basis on Friday. Head coach Kliff Kingsbury said they would make a determination as to whether he can play on Saturday.

Pugh did not practice at all during the week. If he can’t go, Justin Murray will likely move from right guard to left guard and J.R. Sweezy will start on the right side.

Kirkpatrick got limited work on Thursday and Friday after sitting out Wednesday and likely will play.

Kickoff on Sunday will be at 2:05 p.m. local time.

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Week 15 injury report: Chase Edmonds, Justin Pugh miss practice on Wednesday

10 Cardinals did not practice to start the week and another two were limited.

The Arizona Cardinals began their week of practice preparing for the Philadelphia Eagles and they released their first injury report of the week. They start the week off a bit banged up on both sides of the ball.

In all, 10 players did not participate in practice on Wednesday. Three were defensive lineman Domata Peko and receivers Larry Fitzgerald and DeAndre Hopkins, who all simply were given a rest day.

Seven sat out with injuries.

As expected, defensive lineman Jordan Phillips (hamstring) wasn’t able to practice. Head coach Kliff Kingsbury ruled him out on Monday. Safety Jalen Thompson (ankle) continues to be out. Kingsbury suggested he probably wouldn’t be ready for this weekend.

Linebacker De’Vondre Campbell (ankle) sat out as he did last week, although he did play on Sunday. Kicker Zane Gonzalez (back), who missed the game on Sunday, still sat out.

New injuries included guard Justin Pugh (calf), running back Chase Edmonds (ankle) and cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (hamstring). They all sat out on Wednesday. Kingsbury said Edmonds was going to be a game-time decision this week. It sounds like he might not practice much this week.

If Pugh is unable to play, Justin Murray, now listed as the starting right guard, will likely slide over to left guard and J.R. Sweezy will start at right guards as he has all season until last Sunday. When Pugh left the game on Sunday, Murray replaced him and Sweezy came in.

Two other players were limited. Right tackle Kelvin Beachum, who left the game with an injury for four snaps, was limited on Wednesday with a back injury. Third-string running back Jonathan Ward (shoulder) was also limited.

Did not participate:

  • LB De’Vondre Campbell (ankle)
  • RB Chase Edmonds (ankle)
  • WR Larry Fitzgerald (rest)
  • WR DeAndre Hopkins (rest)
  • K Zane Gonzalez (back)
  • CB Dre Kirkpatrick (hamstring)
  • DL Domata Peko (rest)
  • DL Jordan Phillips (hamstring)
  • G Justin Pugh (calf)
  • S Jalen Thompson (ankle)

Limited participation:

  • RT Kelvin Beachum (back)
  • RB Jonathan Ward (shoulder)

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RB Chase Edmonds to be a game-time decision with ankle injury

He was unable to practice on Wednesday.

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The Arizona Cardinals could be down a running back in Week 15 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Chase Edmonds appeared on the first injury report of the week with an ankle injury and did not practice at all.

Head coach Kliff Kingsbury, who often downplays the extent of injuries or can be vague about the availability of a player, indicated Edmonds might not be able to play on Sunday. He said Edmonds would be a game-time decision.

Third-string running back was also limited on Wednesday. If Edmonds is unable to play, it leaves the running back room shorthanded, especially in the Cardinals’ passing packages, where Edmonds plays.

We will see how he progresses during the week but this could alter what the Cardinals are able to do offensively.

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Should Chase Edmonds be the Cardinals’ starting RB in 2021?

Should the Cardinals rely on Edmonds as their number one guy in their backfield for next season? He has definitely made a case for it. 

One of the most intriguing positions on the Arizona Cardinals that is still in question for their future is the running back room. Despite being second in the league in rushing yards this season, it seems as if the Cardinals are still trying to find their true long-term identity at the running back position. Rookie running back Eno Benjamin has yet to play in a game this season and hopes to make an impact on special teams. Kenyan Drake is currently playing under a transition tag and is the team’s leading rusher with 641 yards. However, he could be headed to free agency after this season and that leaves the Cardinals with their third leading rusher, Chase Edmonds, who has really started to make a case for himself being their starting-caliber running back for next season. Should the Cardinals rely on Edmonds as their number one guy in their backfield for next season? He has definitely made a case for it. 

Edmonds is everything the Cardinals look for in a running back and should definitely be in the conversation for the team’s top running back next season. Through week 11, he has 315 yards and a TD while averaging 4.9 yards per carry. However, through his last five games, Edmonds has averaged 6.5 yards per carry. He is also an efficient pass-catcher, something that Kenyan Drake has not been utilized as much in. Edmonds already has career high numbers in the passing game through 11 weeks, recording 297 yards and 3 touchdowns with an 85.7 catch percentage. He also has only dropped one pass this season while having a 2.4 drop rate percentage. Despite being a bit undersized, Edmonds currently has a 6.5 breakaway percentage, which is within the top ten in the NFL. Edmonds has certainly made a case for the starting job next season. Even though his stats don’t necessarily jump out, he has still put himself on the radar for having the conversation. 

Edmonds does not really have the stats that jump out at you. Even though he is putting up career-high numbers this season, those are not necessarily numbers that would solidify you the starting running back job next season. Kenyan Drake is also outperforming Edmonds this season, being ranked in the top 10 currently through week 11. This could veer the Cardinals towards either drafting a running back like Clemson running back Travis Etienne in the early rounds of the draft that can come in and compete for the starting job, or addressing the running back position in free agency, whether that be extending Kenyan Drake or finding someone else on the market.  Needless to say, the running back position is one of the bigger priorities for the Cardinals to address this offseason.  If they choose to draft one, Etienne would be a perfect fit.  However, if they choose to give Edmonds a shot at the starting job, Memphis running back Kenneth Gainwell would be a nice complement to Edmonds.  

Chase Edmonds has made even more of a name for himself on the Cardinals offense since being drafted by them in 2018. Even though his stats do not show how talented he really is, Edmonds very well could be in the conversation for the starting running back position next season.  

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Projected stats for Cardinals players at season’s midpoint

Quarterback Kyler Murray is on pace to have a 4,200-yard season throwing the ball and 1,000-yard season running the ball.

The Arizona Cardinals are exactly halfway into their 2020 season, having played eight games. It makes it easy to project what the final statistics will be for the team’s top players.

Let’s look at what the team’s final stats project to be.


10 storylines to watch for during Bills vs. Cardinals

Buffalo Bills, Arizona storylines to watch for in Week 10.

It’s Wednesday so the Buffalo Bills are now turning their attention to their next opponent. After topping one opponent from across the country, the Bills will head west themselves to see the Arizona Cardinals.

Here are 10 storylines to follow as the Bills are set to face the Cards: