Cardinals Injuries: Nolen, Conner Back for Training Camp

Several Arizona Cardinals players are on track to return for training camp, including Walter Nolen and James Conner. Tight end Tip Reiman is also on a similar recovery timeline, while Sean Murphy-Bunting is a full participant after an ACL tear. Garrett Williams' Achilles tear from December 21st presents a longer-term concern, with a Week 1 return considered ambitious.

Murphy-Bunting is expected to fill Garrett Williams' role at safety and nickel corner. Dadrion Taylor-Demerson may also see snaps at nickel, with Andrew Wingard potentially starting at safety. Jeremiyah Love is anticipated to lead the backfield, though veteran Tyler Allgeier and James Conner will also have roles, possibly limiting Love to a less than workhorse share of carries. Trey Benson's future remains unclear as he was absent from OTAs, still recovering from a September knee injury. The team's draft of Love and signings of Allgeier and Conner suggest a diminished outlook for Benson. Devin Duvernay has been signed to handle return duties for kickoffs and punts, with rookie Love expected to only return in specific situational needs.

Marvin Harrison Jr. and Michael Wilson may both see time in the slot, as the team lost slot receivers Greg Dortch and Zay Jones. While Harrison was more effective outside last season, receiver positioning will be determined in training camp. Ownership's spending is also a point of discussion, particularly concerning facilities and coaching staff hires. A new training facility is slated for a 2028 opening, but the team has faced criticism for its ancillary spending and a perceived reluctance to invest in high-profile assistant coaches.