Gladney, who was in an overnight car accident in the Dallas area, has passed away at the age of 25, Adam Schefter of ESPN and Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reported Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Gladney was a first-round selection of the Vikings in 2020 NFL Draft following his collegiate career at TCU. The cornerback had signed a two-year deal with the Cardinals in March.

Gladney signed a two-year contract with the Cardinals on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Gladney was waived by the Vikings in August after he was indicted on charges of felony assault, but after a jury found him not guilty last week, he'll look to reboot his career in the desert. The 25-year-old could still face a suspension from the league, but he'll compete for a role in Arizona's secondary ahead of the 2022 campaign.

The Vikings have waived Gladney.

EDGE Analysis

In a statement posted Tuesday, the team noted "following our review of today's indictment against Jeff Gladney, we have decided to release Jeff immediately. As we have previously said, we take these matters very seriously and condemn all forms of domestic violence. Due to the ongoing legal nature of this matter, we are unable to provide further comment." Per ESPN.com, Gladney, whom the Vikings selected 31st overall in the 2020 NFL Draft, has been indicted by a Texas grand jury for felony assault of a woman he was previously in a relationship with.

Gladney did not report to training camp Wednesday as he awaits a grand jury hearing over felony domestic assault allegations in Texas, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gladney's status for the upcoming season remains uncertain, as he could face a suspension once the legal process plays out. Meanwhile, the Vikings have acquired several cornerbacks to add depth in the offseason and may be preparing to play without him. Gladney didn't participate with the Vikings in spring practices due to the same legal issues.

Gladney was not seen at Wednesday's minicamp and has been absent form all spring workouts after his April 5 arrest for third degree felony family violence assault, the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gladney's status for the 2021 season remains unclear as he could face a suspension once the legal process plays out. We may not know his status until training camp begins. Meanwhile, the Vikings have acquired several cornerbacks to add depth in the offseason and may be preparing to play without Gladney.

Gladney was charged with third degree felony family violence assault Monday, J.D. Miles of 11 CBS DFW reports.

EDGE Analysis

The alleged incident occurred Friday, and Gladney turned himself into the Dallas County Jail on Monday. The Vikings and the NFL will let the legal process play out before levying any sort of punishment. In his rookie season in 2020, Gladney recorded 81 tackles, three pass defenses and one forced fumble in 16 games.

Gladney finished his 2020 season with 81 tackles (63 solo), three pass breakups and one forced fumble through 16 games.

EDGE Analysis

Gladney, who was selected in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft, became a clear asset to Minnesota's secondary as a rookie. He led the team's group of cornerbacks in defensive snaps (959 of 1,075) and will look to keep up his productive ways moving forward.

Gladney (calf) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gladney hurt his calf in last week's win over Jacksonville, but he has recovered in time to suit up Sunday. The rookie first-round pick has started every game since Week 2, racking up 62 tackles.

Gladney (calf) is questionable to return to Sunday's matchup against the Jaguars.

EDGE Analysis

Gladney's absence renders Minnesota's secondary short-handed for as long as he is unable to return, with the game remaining very much in the balance in the fourth quarter. The first-round rookie out of TCU had recorded five tackles and one QB hit prior to his exit.

Gladney had seven total tackles and a tackle for a loss in Sunday's win over Detroit.

EDGE Analysis

Gladney started at slot cornerback and showed improvement in coverage after early struggles this season. He gave up five receptions on nine passes targeted at him, but for just a 61.3 NFL QB rating against, according to Pro Football Focus.