NFL-best Cardinals try to keep mojo vs. struggling Panthers
The Arizona Cardinals take their NFL-best 8-1 record into a home matchup against the Carolina Panthers on SundayNOVEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Less is more: Cardinals work to balance preparation, health
Arizona Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury is cutting back on hard practices as his team tries to navigate through several injuries to key playersNOVEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Considered day-to-day Pugh (calf) is considered day-to-day, according to head coach Kliff Kingsbury, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Pugh left Sunday's game against the 49ers early. The day-to-day diagnosis is a relief to the Cardinals offensive line, as Pugh has been a consistent presence there since his arrival in 2018.
NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Using stars or subs, Cardinals keep churning out victories
The Cardinals are one of the NFL’s best teams through the first half of the season partly because they have players such as MVP candidate Kyler Murray and star receiver DeAndre Hop...NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
NFL Today, Week 9
NFL Today, Week 9NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Conner leads short-handed Cardinals past 49ers 31-17
James Conner ran for two touchdowns and caught a 45-yard TD pass from backup quarterback Colt McCoy as the short-handed Arizona Cardinals beat the San Francisco 49ers 31-17NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Might not return Sunday Pugh (calf) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the 49ers, according to Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site.
Impact Losing Pugh would be huge for the Cardinals, as the left guard has been a consistent presence in Arizona's offensive line all year long. if he's out, then Sean Harlow would act as his direct replacement at left guard.
NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Relationship goals: Cards' Ertz, Murray work to form bond
Newly acquired tight end Zach Ertz has spent the past few days on the Cardinals' practice field, working to build his connection with quarterback Kyler Murray so Arizona's offense...OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Will play Week 4 Pugh (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams.
Impact After not practicing Wednesday or Thursday, Pugh was a full participant Friday and will be active for Week 4. The 31-year-old offensive guard will have his hands full trying to slow down Aaron Donald.
OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Murray in motion: Cards weigh how much to run star QB
Kyler Murray has established that he's got the arm to be one of the NFL's elite quarterbacksSEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Back from COVID list Pugh (illness) was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, independent NFL journalist Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact Pugh tested positive for the virus in mid-August but has now rejoined the active roster after clearing the health and safety protocols. The 31-year-old is expected to be the starter at left guard for Arizona.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Henne, Buechele throw TD passes, Chiefs beat Cardinals 17-10
Chad Henne and rookie Shane Buechele threw touchdown passes to help the Kansas City Chiefs beat the Arizona Cardinals 17-10 in a preseason game Friday nightAUGUST 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lands on COVID-19 list Pugh was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday after testing positive for the virus, NFL reporter Aaron Wilson reports.
Impact Pugh was on the COVID list for a few days at the start of camp, but he'll now be sidelined for at least 10 days after producing the positive test.
AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Cardinals OL Justin Pugh lands on COVID list after positive test Cardinals OL Justin Pugh landed on the list early in camp for close contact. This time, he contracted the virus and tested positive.
AUGUST 19, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Back on the practice field Pugh has been activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Impact Pugh spent the past four days on the COVID-19 list but now has been cleared to return to the practice field.
AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sent to COVID list The Cardinals placed Pugh (undisclosed) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Pugh joins fellow offensive linemen Rodney Hudson (undisclosed) and Kelvin Beachum (undisclosed) on the COVID list. He'll need to clear all related protocols before returning to training camp.
JULY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Cardinals LG Justin Pugh agrees to paycut in 2021, reduces cap hit Arizona Cardinals LG Justin Pugh agrees to a salary reduction from $7.75 million to $4 million.
MARCH 23, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Contract Move Keeps Justin Pugh In Place On Offensive Line Guard adjusted deal to get Cardinals more cap space
MARCH 23, 2021 • AZCARDINALS.COM
Cardinals plan on keeping Justin Pugh at LG GM Steve Keim confirmed that with comments in a recent press conference and Pugh’s contract makes cutting him very unlikely at this point.
MARCH 22, 2021 • USATODAY.COM
Cards bring back starting RT Kelvin Beachum on 2-year deal
The Arizona Cardinals have brought back starting right tackle Kelvin Beachum on a two-year dealMARCH 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Injured Murray disappointed after Cardinals' hopes dashed
Kyler Murray’s injured right ankle was the least of his concerns after the Arizona Cardinals' postseason hopes were dashed with an 18-7 loss to the Los Angeles RamsJANUARY 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
The Latest: Henry runs for 2k, Titans' doink wins AFC South
The Tennessee Titans needed the game of Derrick Henry’s career and another big comeback to win their first AFC South title since 2008JANUARY 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cleared for Week 16 Pugh (calf) is active for Saturday's game against the 49ers.
Impact Pugh couldn't go last Sunday against Philadelphia after suffering an in-game injury Week 14 against the Giants. Given Saturday afternoon's report, the 30-year-old will remain with just one missed start on the 2020 season.
DECEMBER 26, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Cardinals fairly healthy for pivotal game vs. 49ers
The Arizona Cardinals are fairly healthy as they try make a push for their first trip to the playoffs since 2015DECEMBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Won't play Week 15 Pugh (calf) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Eagles.
Impact Pugh sustained the injury during last week's win over the Giants and will miss at least one game as a result. Justin Murray is expected to start at left guard in his absence.
DECEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
