Kyler Murray's Status Uncertain
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray missed practice on both Wednesday and Thursday this week, casting doubt on his availability for Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. Head coach Jonathan Gannon stated that Murray will practice in some capacity on Friday, but his status for the Week 6 contest remains uncertain.
Murray suffered a foot injury in the Cardinals' previous game against the Tennessee Titans. If he is unable to play, veteran backup Jacoby Brissett would likely get the start against his former team, the Colts.
Backups Forced into Key Roles
The Cardinals' injury woes extend beyond just Murray. Several key players, including running backs Michael Carter and Emari Demercado, as well as defensive lineman Darius Robinson, have also been ruled out or are dealing with injuries.
This means the Cardinals will be relying heavily on their backups to step up and produce against the Colts. Rookie tight end Trey McBride's performance in practice could provide a blueprint for how the Cardinals' offense may look if Brissett is under center.
Punter Added to Roster
In another roster move, the Cardinals signed veteran punter Pat O'Donnell on Friday. This comes as the team's current punter, Blake Gillikin, is dealing with a back injury that has limited his practice time.
The addition of O'Donnell suggests Gillikin may not be available for Sunday's game, further complicating the Cardinals' preparations as they look to bounce back from a 2-3 start to the season.
TL;DR
- Quarterback Kyler Murray's status for Week 6 is uncertain due to a foot injury, putting Jacoby Brissett on standby to start against the Colts
- The Cardinals are dealing with multiple key injuries, forcing backups into prominent roles
- The team signed veteran punter Pat O'Donnell, likely due to an injury to current starter Blake Gillikin