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The Arizona Cardinals are facing a significant injury crisis ahead of their upcoming game against the Houston Texans. Key players like wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and cornerback Max Melton are ruled out due to heel injuries. Several other starters, including left tackle Paris Johnson Jr., safeties Jalen Thompson and Dadrion Taylor-Demerson, defensive lineman Bilal Nichols, and left guard Evan Brown are also sidelined due to various injuries or personal reasons. The Texans also have some players listed as questionable, but have not ruled anyone out.

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Cardinals Gravely Injured Heading into Texans Matchup: Harrison Jr. Among 8 Ruled Out

GLENDALE, AZ – The Arizona Cardinals will face the Houston Texans this Sunday severely depleted, with eight players already ruled out due to a rash of injuries and personal matters. The most notable absence is rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., who continues to struggle with a nagging heel injury.

Cornerback Max Melton is also sidelined with a heel injury. In addition, left tackle Paris Johnson Jr. (knee), safeties Jalen Thompson (hamstring) and Dadrion Taylor-Demerson (ankle), defensive lineman Bilal Nichols (knee), and wide receiver Xavier Weaver (hamstring) will miss the game due to injuries. Left guard Evan Brown is out due to a personal matter.

Coach Jonathan Gannon addressed the mounting injuries, acknowledging the challenges they present. “We’re dealing with some adversity right now,” Gannon said, “but our guys are ready to step up. It’s a next-man-up league.”

Adding to the Cardinals’ concerns, several other players are listed as questionable, including defensive lineman Walter Nolen III (knee), running back Emari Demercado (ankle), tight end Elijah Higgins (illness), and offensive linemen L.J. Collier (knee) and Christian Jones (knee).

The Houston Texans are not without their own injury concerns. Tight end Harrison Bryant (neck/shoulder), running back Nick Chubb (ribs), linebacker E.J. Speed (knee), and wide receiver Justin Watson (calf) are listed as questionable for Sunday’s game.

The Cardinals will need their depth players to perform at a high level if they hope to overcome the Texans and snap the streak.

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