The Arizona Cardinals have placed Sean Murphy-Bunting on the reserve/non-football injury list, resulting in the end of his season. The specific nature of his injury remains undisclosed.
In the previous season, Murphy-Bunting recorded three interceptions and defended five passes. Opposing quarterbacks targeting him achieved a completion rate of 70.8% with a passer rating of 74.8 against him.
As the Cardinals pursue a new starting cornerback’s options, they recently drafted Will Johnson in the second round. Additionally, they hold expectations for 2024 second-round pick Max Melton and last year’s third-round pick Garrett Williams to step into slots.
A range of experienced cornerbacks are still available in free agency as OTAs commence, presenting opportunities for upgrades. Here are some notable free-agent cornerbacks:
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Rasul Douglas (Buffalo Bills) - Despite a challenging previous season, he has strong coverage stats overall.
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Stephon Gilmore (Minnesota Vikings) - Former Defensive Player of the Year, showcasing resilience in his mid-30s.
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Asante Samuel Jr. (Los Angeles Chargers) - Struggled with injuries but remains a promising talent.
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Mike Hilton (Cincinnati Bengals) - Steady performer, particularly in slot coverage.
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Shaquill Griffin (Minnesota Vikings) - More than capable defender, showing improvement.
There are numerous options, and the Cardinals will likely assess these or other candidates to fill the void left by Murphy-Bunting.
