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Cardinals WR Wilson Out for Season After Neck Fracture
9 Nov
Summary
- Michael Wilson sustained a neck fracture early in Sunday's game.
- He continued playing for 40 snaps despite the serious injury.
- Gardner Minshew also injured his arm and may miss next game.
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson will miss the remainder of the season after suffering a fracture near his neck. Coach Mike LaFleur confirmed the injury on Monday. Wilson sustained the fracture on just the fourth play of Sunday's game against the Seattle Seahawks. Despite the significant injury, which occurred when he landed hard on his helmet, Wilson remained in the game.
He played 40 additional snaps, recording six catches for 60 yards. Wilson has been a key receiver for the Cardinals this season, ranking second on the team in receptions and receiving yards, and has two touchdown catches. Additionally, quarterback Gardner Minshew is undergoing tests for a right arm injury sustained in the first half of Sunday's game and could miss their next contest against the Los Angeles Rams.
