ISAIAH SIMMONS NEWS

Grabs INT in so-so performance Simmons recorded six tackles (two solo) and an interception in Monday's 27-13 defeat versus New England.

Impact Simmons logged the first of three total interceptions in the game, picking off Patriots quarterback Mac Jones late in the first quarter. This marked the hybrid linebacker's second interception of the season and the fourth of his three-year career. However, he did not end up having that big of an impact Monday, as four of his tackles came after the Cardinals were already down 27-13 in the fourth quarter. Simmons has now accumulated 66 tackles, three sacks and six passes defended over 13 games this season, and he should have a chance to add to all of these totals while facing a Denver offense that will likely be without starting quarterback Russell Wilson (concussion).

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stuffs stat sheet Week 12 Simmons recorded eight solo tackles, including one sack and a pass defended during Sunday's 25-24 defeat versus the Chargers.

Impact Simmons finished with a team lead in tackles while playing his second-highest share of Arizona's defensive snaps this season. The 6-foot-4 linebacker also logged his third tackle in the last five weeks, bringing down quarterback Justin Herbert late in the fourth quarter for a 13-yard loss on third down. Simmons now has 60 tackles, three sacks, five passes defended, one interception and two forced fumbles over 12 games this season, and he should continue to play a do-it-all role moving forward.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Seven solo stops Sunday Simmons recorded seven solo tackles during Sunday's 27-17 win over the Rams.

Impact Simmons finished as the Cardinals' second-leading tackler behind cornerback Antonio Hamilton. The 6-foot-4 linebacker also logged his fourth pass defended in the past five games, and he now has 49 tackles (39 solo), two sacks, one interception, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery on 458 defensive snaps. Simmons will look to continue filling the stat sheet on Monday Night Football against San Francisco.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Continues to produce Simmons totaled eight tackles, including one sack, during Sunday's 31-21 loss to the Seahawks.

Impact Through nine games this season, Simmons has a 13-tackle tally from Week 5 but also five others with three or fewer stops. However, he appears to have settled in over the last three outings, with 18 tackles, two sacks, one pick-six and a forced fumble that he recovered. Simmons' share of the defensive snaps may increase in the short term, as free safety Budda Baker is expected to miss a few weeks due to a high-ankle sprain. If that comes to pass, Simmons is a prime candidate to continue making his mark in box scores moving forward.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ranking NFL's top viral moments of 2022: Wilson's pick-six No. 1?

Marco Wilson's pick-six flip is one of the best moments of this NFL season. Where does it rank among memorable viral plays?

OCTOBER 22, 2022

NFL Week 7 top plays: Murray, Cardinals drop Dalton, Saints on TNF

Week 7 of the NFL season kicked off with the Cardinals topping the Saints on Thursday Night Football. Here are the top plays!

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Can't-Miss Play: Isaiah Simmons reels in one-handed INT for Cards' second pick-six Arizona Cardinals Isaiah Simmons reels in a one-handed interception for the Cardinals' second pick-six of the game.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • NFL.COM

Cardinals, Rams meet Sunday for 4th time in calendar year

There aren’t many secrets between the Arizona Cardinals and Los Angeles Rams

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Seahawks Geno Smith, Uchenna Nwosu rising while Niners' Trey Lance struggles

Eric D. Williams reports on who's thriving and who's flailing in the NFC West heading into Week 2 of the NFL season.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Cardinals plan to use Isaiah Simmons like Derwin James, Jalen Ramsey

Isaiah Simmons is the new defensive play-caller in Arizona. Eric D. Williams outlines the versatile linebacker's new role.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Cardinals Cover 2 - Call Him, 'Star Backer' Isaiah Simmons Ep. 574 - The more you can do, right? And Isaiah Simmons can do a lot. That will once again be the expectation this season. The plan is for...

AUGUST 1, 2022 • AZCARDINALS.COM

Cardinals in playoffs-or-bust mode after paying Kyler Murray

Kyle Murray got his big extension from the Cardinals. Now he has to prove he's worth the $230 million investment, writes Eric Williams.

JULY 22, 2022

Even with Murray drama, Cards confident in team's direction

The Arizona Cardinals appeared to be one of the more stable franchises in the NFL just six months ago

APRIL 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs first 100-tackle season Simmons compiled 105 tackles and 1.5 sacks in 17 appearances during the 2021 campaign.

Impact Simmons didn't pace the Cardinals in any statistical category, but he was top five on the team in tackles, tackles for loss (seven), pass defenses (seven), forced fumbles (four) and interceptions (one). Like he was at Clemson, the 2020 first-rounder played all over the formation, logging 596 snaps at inside linebacker, 237 snaps as an edge rusher, 165 snaps at slot corner, 24 as an outside cornerback and finally two at free safety (including Arizona's wild-card game). While Simmons is entrenched at one inside linebacker spot for the Cards, a question remains over his running mate moving forward. Jordan Hicks, who is under contract for 2022, is coming off a third straight 100-tackle season, but the team invested another first-round pick in Zaven Collins back in April.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No limitations Thursday Simmons (shoulder) was a full practice participant Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Simmons worked as a limited participant Wednesday but progressed to full participation Thursday to avoid the questionable tag for Saturday's game versus Indianapolis. The 23-year-old has missed only a handful of defensive snaps since the first couple weeks of the season for Arizona.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limited by shoulder injury Simmons (shoulder) practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact One day removed from being listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's estimated injury report, Simmons is making progress through a shoulder issue. He's mostly hovered around 5-6 tackles per week, including six this past Sunday at Detroit. With 88 overall on the campaign, the 2020 first-round pick is pushing for his first 100-tackle season with three games to go. First, though, Simmons will have to ditch his designation ahead of Saturday's contest against the Colts.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Why Brent Venables is perfect choice to replace Lincoln Riley at Oklahoma

RJ Young explains why Oklahoma made the perfect choice in hiring Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables as head coach.

DECEMBER 6, 2021

With NFL-best record, Cardinals roll into matchup with Bears

The Arizona Cardinals come in with the best record in the NFL, a perfect mark away from home and maybe some fresher legs following a bye

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kyler Murray, Isaiah Simmons Confident Kliff Kingsbury Staying In NFL Players react to Oklahoma rumor

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • AZCARDINALS.COM

Isaiah Simmons doubts Kliff Kingsbury will leave Cardinals for Oklahoma “From what he told us, he’s not going anywhere,” Isaiah Simmons told reporters Wednesday.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Isaiah Simmons Top Plays of 2021 (So Far) Check out LB Isaiah Simmons' top plays through Week 11 of the 2021 NFL Season. Don't forget to vote for Isaiah to represent the Cardinals at...

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • AZCARDINALS.COM

Impressive season continues Simmons tallied eight tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Panthers.

Impact Simmons has seen the second most defensive snaps this season and has become a huge part of the Cardinals' defensive prowess. The 2020 first-round pick has totaled 67 tackles, three forced fumbles, one interception and four deflected passes over the past 10 games. Coming into 2021, Simmons was a wild card for the team as they were unsure where he would be used, but he has made a solid spot for himself as a middle linebacker.

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Former Clemson defender's stellar play has him in exclusive NFL company A former Clemson star defender has put himself in exclusive company with his stellar play thus far during his second NFL season. Linebacker...

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • THECLEMSONINSIDER.COM

Packers' Campbell chief among '21 breakout defensive stars

Among the many breakout defensive stars in 2021 is sixth-year linebacker De'Vondre Campbell

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No injury designation before TNF Simmons cleared up any concern Wednesday about his availability for Thursday Night Football versus the Packers, being estimated as a full-participant at the team's walkthrough, Jos...

Impact The 23-year-old was dealing with a shoulder injury to open the week, but he appears ready to go for Week 8. Simmons has been a huge part of the Cardinals 7-0 start to the season, leading the team with 47 tackles while deflecting three passes, intercepting a ball and forcing two fumbles.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE