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Cardinals avoid major injuries as Walter Nolen, Garrett Williams return to practice

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 11:46 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Cardinals avoid major injuries as Walter Nolen, Garrett Williams return to practice
Summary

The Arizona Cardinals received positive injury updates as Walter Nolen and Garrett Williams returned to practice following concern over Nolen's knee discomfort. Nolen, the 2025 first-round pick, left practice earlier this week but has since resumed activities without major issues. Garrett Williams, recovering from an Achilles injury, is on track for a possible return by Week 1, with head coach Mike LaFleur expressing optimism about his progress. Safety Joey Blount will miss practice due to a stinger but is not expected to be sidelined for an extended period. Edge rusher Josh Sweat remains on the physically unable to perform list, with no clear timeline for his return.

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Status Watch
  • •Walter Nolen returns to practice after knee discomfort this week.
  • •Garrett Williams could make a Week 1 return following Achilles injury.
  • •Joey Blount is sidelined with a stinger but expected to recover soon.
  • •Josh Sweat remains on the physically unable to perform list.
  • •Head coach Mike LaFleur provided updates on multiple injured players.
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  • 11:46 PMYahoo Sports — Cardinals get good injury news on Walter Nolen, Garrett Williams
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Arizona Cardinals' 2025 first-round pick Walter Nolen left practice earlier this week with knee discomfort, but avoided a major injury.

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