Latest Cardinals Injury Report: September 13, 2025
The biggest injury news at the start of the season is rookie Walter Nolen III (calf), who starts the year on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. He isn’t eligible to return until after Week 4, making October 6 against the 49ers his earliest possible debut.
Below is the latest Arizona Cardinals injury report:
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List of Notable Arizona Cardinals 2025 Injuries
The outside linebacker group, anchored by Josh Sweat, will be tested early. First‑round pick Walter Nolen, defensive lineman Bilal Nichols, and edge rusher BJ Ojulari are all on the active/PUP list. Depth will be key, and the Cardinals planned ahead by adding veterans like Calais Campbell and Dalvin Tomlinson, while also re‑signing L.J. Collier. Arizona’s secondary took the biggest hit, with Sean Murphy‑Bunting and Starling Thomas V both out for the season.
For Week 2, linebacker Zavin Collins and punter Blake Gillikin are listed as questionable. Offensive lineman Will Hernandez is also questionable, while tight end Tip Reiman and linebacker Cody Simon have been ruled out.
Keep an eye on this list as the Cardinals gear up for their 2025 Week 2 matchup against the Carolina Panthers.
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Cardinals Injury Report FAQs
The first injury report of the week is released on Wednesdays before Sunday games, followed by the final report on Friday. For games played on days other than Sunday, like Thursday or Monday night, the injury report schedule is different. Teams are required to submit a final injury report 90 minutes before kickoff.
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is currently healthy and not listed on the injury report. Since returning from a torn ACL in 2023, Murray has played well and is expected to have an even better season in 2025, leading the Cardinals toward a possible playoff contention.
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