Murphy-Bunting (neck) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bears.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy-Bunting was a late downgrade to questionable after he was initially not given an injury designation at the end of the practice week Friday. Starling Thomas, Max Melton and Kei'Trel Clark figure to see most of the cornerback reps on the outside while Garrett Williams handles slot work.

The Cardinals are listing Murphy-Bunting (neck) as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy-Bunting had appeared on the Cardinals' Week 9 injury report due to the neck issue, but he initially didn't carry a designation into Sunday after putting in a full practice Friday. The cornerback may not have responded well to the full workout, however, prompting the Cardinals to downgrade him Sunday. Official word on the cornerback's status will arrive when Arizona releases its inactive list approximately 90 minutes before the 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff.

Murphy-Bunting (neck) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy-Bunting missed the Cardinals' Week 8 win over the Dolphins after sustaining a neck injury the week prior, but Wednesday's full practice suggests he's moved past the issue. Now that the first-year Cardinal has returned from injury, he's expected to start opposite Starling Thomas as part of Arizona's top outside cornerback duo.

Murphy-Bunting (neck) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy-Bunting sustained a neck injury in the Cardinals' Week 7 win over the Chargers and wasn't able to practice Thursday, so it's no surprise he's been ruled out ahead of Sunday's contest. Expect Kei'Trel Clark to see additional reps as one of Arizona's top outside cornerbacks in Murphy-Bunting's stead.

Murphy-Bunting (neck) was considered to be a non-participant at the Cardinals' walkthrough Wednesday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy-Bunting has been dealing with a neck injury for the past two weeks and he's still nursing it to open Week 8. The cornerback will have two more chances to practice this week ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Dolphins.

Murphy-Bunting (neck) is questionable to return to Monday's contest against the Chargers, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy-Bunting has been dealing with a neck injury throughout the week, ultimately giving it a go Monday night. He appears to have tweaked the injury in the first half versus Los Angeles, leaving his availability for the rest of the game up in the air. In Murphy-Bunting's absence, Max Melton will see a larger workload in the secondary.

Murphy-Bunting (neck) is active for Monday night's game against the Chargers.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy-Bunting was injured in last Sunday's loss to the Packers and was listed as questionable for Monday night. He should draw plenty of Joshua Palmer in coverage on the outside.

Murphy-Bunting (neck) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Chargers.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy-Bunting suffered a neck injury during the Cardinals' Week 6 loss to the Packers. He's been a limited participant in all three practices this week, which gives him a chance at suiting up Monday. If Murphy-Bunting is unable to play, Kei'Trel Clark and Max Melton would be candidates to step up as the second starting corner opposite Starling Thomas.

Murphy-Bunting (neck) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Packers, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Murphy-Bunting had three combined tackles and a pass defended before his exit. His departure will leave the Cardinals down one of their starting corners for the remainder of Week 6. Max Melton will likely continue seeing an uptick in snaps while the 27-year-old is sidelined.

Murphy-Bunting is slated to sign with the Cardinals on Wednesday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

After four years in Tampa Bay, Murphy-Bunting spent 2023 in Tennessee, where he appeared in 14 games and recorded 57 tackles (42 solo), eight passes defended (including two interceptions) and two forced fumbles. He'll be expected to help bolster a secondary that gave up a 102.9 quarterback rating last season, which was second-worst in the league. He'll likely be starting opposite cornerback Garrett Williams, who was selected in the third round of the 2023 Draft.