Arizona Cardinals place Will Johnson on injured reserve, sign Star Thomas
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 4:12 AM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
The Arizona Cardinals have placed cornerback Will Johnson on injured reserve due to a neck injury sustained in the team's recent 31-7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Head coach Mike LaFleur indicated that Johnson might miss the remainder of the season. Star Thomas has been signed from the practice squad as his replacement. Thomas has not played since 2024 after recovering from a torn ACL and previously started 15 games in that season. The Cardinals are awaiting the return of Garrett Williams while dealing with injuries to other cornerbacks.
- •Will Johnson suffers a neck injury and is placed on injured reserve.
- •Star Thomas replaces him after missing the 2025 season.
- •Head coach Mike LaFleur is not optimistic about Johnson's return.
- •Cardinals await the possible return of Garrett Williams.
- •Max Melton is dealing with a toe injury and did not practice.
- 4:12 AMYahoo Sports — Arizona Cardinals place CB Will Johnson on injured reserve, sign Star Thomas
"Will Johnson's season might be over, and Star Thomas sets to play first game since 2024.
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