In a press conference on Friday, Arizona Cardinals coach Jonathan Gannon provided limited information regarding the health statuses of quarterback Kyler Murray and wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.. Both players are dealing with injuries that could impact their availability for the upcoming game against the Green Bay Packers on October 15, 2023, at State Farm Stadium.
When questioned about Murray’s recovery from a foot injury that sidelined him during last week’s match against the Indianapolis Colts, Gannon offered a vague response. “Good. Good. He’s doing well,” Gannon stated. His comments left it unclear what specific progress Murray had made. When pressed further about what he would need to see from Murray in the coming days to confirm his participation, Gannon simply replied, “Same,” without elaborating.
The uncertainty surrounding Murray’s status was compounded when Gannon was asked whether he would have clarity on Murray’s availability by Saturday night, as he had the previous week. “See how it goes,” was Gannon’s ambiguous answer, reflecting the ongoing unpredictability of the situation. The Cardinals are currently struggling with a record of 2-4, having lost their last four games, making Murray’s potential absence even more critical.
Gannon also addressed Harrison’s condition, who sustained a concussion in the second quarter of last Sunday’s loss to the Colts. Harrison did not return to the game and was seen wearing a yellow no-contact jersey during Thursday’s practice. Gannon confirmed that Harrison is doing “good” and is “working through the protocol.” However, when asked if Harrison would participate in contact drills on Friday, Gannon deferred to the protocol, stating, “Whatever the protocol says, that’s what he’ll do.”
While the team grapples with these injury concerns, Gannon confirmed that running back Emari Demercado, who also exited last week’s game due to an ankle injury, will not play against the Packers. Additionally, first-round draft pick Walter Nolen III, who recently had his 21-day practice window opened after spending the first part of the season on the PUP list, will not be activated for Sunday’s match.
As the Cardinals prepare to face the Packers, the absence of both Murray and Harrison could significantly affect their chances on the field. The team and its supporters will be closely monitoring the injury reports as game day approaches.
