Wilson recorded nine tackles (four solo) in Sunday's loss to the Seahawks.
Wilson briefly exited Week 2 with a thumb injury but quickly returned and ended up playing 92.9 percent of the defensive snaps versus Seattle. After two games this season, Wilson has 15 tackles (six solo) and one pass breakup.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Returns for goal-line stand
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Wilson (thumb) has returned to Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Wilson was cleared to return to Sunday's contest just in time to assist the Cardinals' defense. The starting middle linebacker helped the unit stop the Seahawks' final series on the goal line, reclaiming the ball for the Cardinals offense for a final drive before halftime.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Questionable to return with thumb injury
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Wilson (thumb) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
Wilson suffered a thumb injury in the second quarter of Sunday's contest. The middle linebacker made four tackles before leaving the game. Cody Simon has taken over at middle linebacker in Wilson's absence.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Participating in training camp
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Mack Wilson is participating in the Cardinals' training camp, Jess Root of cardswire.com reports.
Wilson seems to have recovered from his rib injury and is all set to take the field. The middle linebacker has already resumed his duties as the starter for the Cardinals' defense. The 28-year-old veteran player has been playing alongside both Cody Simon and Jack Gibbens as the two battle for reps at linebacker.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Has 60 stops in abbreviated season
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Wilson (ribs) posted 60 tackles, six pass defenses including one interception, and one forced fumble over eight regular-season appearances in 2025.
Wilson played all but two defensive snaps before the Cardinals' Week 8 bye, but a rib injury then sidelined him for the rest of the campaign. That allowed rookie fourth-round pick Cody Simon to step into an every-down role alongside Akeem Davis-Gaither. All three off-ball linebackers are under contract next season, so the defensive scheme under new head coach Mike LaFleur will determine who among them takes on starting roles.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Lands on injured reserve
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The Cardinals placed Wilson (ribs) on injured reserve Saturday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
Wilson was already ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers, but his placement on injured reserve means he'll be required to miss at least the next four games, making Week 15 against the Texans on Sunday, Dec. 14 the earliest he is eligible to return. Cody Simon will maintain a starting role at linebacker for as long as Wilson is sidelined.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Ruled out again
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Wilson (ribs) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the 49ers, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
Wilson will miss his second straight game with the injury. He failed to practice in any capacity last week, and he apparently has made little progress given that he was ruled out for Week 11 on Wednesday. Cody Simon should maintain an increased role in Wilson's absence.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Won't play Sunday
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Wilson (ribs) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Seahawks, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
The Alabama product didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday after sustaining a rib injury in the Week 9 win over the Cowboys, so it's no surprise that he'll be sidelined Sunday. Wilson leads the Cardinals' defense in tackles through eight games this season, recording 60 stops and six passes defended, including one interception. While he's out Week 10, expect rookie Cody Simon to operate as Arizona's top middle linebacker.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Absent from walkthrough
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Wilson (ribs) was estimated to be a nonparticipant at Wednesday's walkthrough, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official website reports.
Wilson suffered an injury to his ribs in the team's 27-17 win over the Cowboys, and he's now opened the week on the sidelines at practice. The linebacker will have two more chances to return to practice prior to Sunday's contest in Seattle.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Exits game with rib injury
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Wilson (ribs) is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Cowboys.
Wilson appeared to sustain the injury early in the fourth quarter, and he is being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return to Monday's game. Cody Simon should see additional work at linebacker for as long as Wilson is out of the game.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Muted in Week 7 loss
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Wilson recorded three tackles (three solo) during Sunday's 27-23 loss versus the Packers.
Wilson was on the field for all 53 of Arizona's defensive snaps Sunday but that was still a season-low count for him, and his tackle total was also a season low. The Cardinals have a bye coming up in Week 8, so his next chance to get back on track will come in a Week 9 tilt at Dallas.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Active in Week 6
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Wilson (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Colts, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official website reports.
Wilson has been working through an ankle injury he picked up in the Cardinals' Week 4 loss to the Seahawks. He played every defensive snap in the Week 5 loss to the Titans, racking up six total tackles and one pass defended and now slots in as a prominent member of the defense in a tough matchup against the Colts.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Logs another limited practice
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Wilson (ankle) remained limited in Thursday's practice.
Wilson initially injured his ankle in the Cardinals' Week 4 loss to the Seahawks but has yet to miss a game this season. The 27-year-old every-down linebacker has logged 41 tackles (22 solo) and five pass breakups on 99 percent of the defensive snaps.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Back in action
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Wilson (ankle) has returned to action in Thursday's contest against the Seahawks, Dani Sureck of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Wilson was briefly sidelined with an ankle issue, but he has now returned to the field. The 27-year-old will continue to operate as the team's starting middle linebacker versus Seattle.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Questionable to return Thursday
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Wilson has an ankle injury and is questionable to return to Thursday's game against the Seahawks, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.
The linebacker had four tackles (three solo) at the time of his exit in the second quarter. Wilson played every defensive snap in Arizona's first three games and entered Thursday's contest with the team lead in tackles. Cody Simon is his backup.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Leads way with 12 tackles
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Wilson collected 12 tackles (six solo) and two pass defenses during the Cardinals' 16-15 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.
Wilson lead both teams in total tackles and played every single defensive snap for a third consecutive week. The 2019 fifth-rounder is up to 28 total tackles through three games, which leads the Cardinals and is tied with Nick Bolton for ninth most in the league. Wilson and the Cardinals will welcome in the Seahawks on Thursday in an NFC West showdown.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Puts up 75 tackles this season
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Wilson posted 75 tackles (including 3.0 sacks), five pass defenses (including one interception) and one fumble recovery in 16 regular-season contests during the 2024 campaign.
Wilson kicked off his career with 82 tackles in 2019 but hasn't reached that mark in five seasons since then. His tackle tally in 2024 was the closest he's come to doing so, which was helped along by a 74.3 percent snap share in the games in which he suited up. With fellow linebacker and unrestricted free agent Kyzir White and his 137 tackles potentially moving on in the offseason, Wilson, who is under contract through 2026, could be poised for a true breakout next season.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Set to return Week 17
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Wilson has cleared the NFL's concussion protocol and will play in Saturday's Week 17 game against the Rams, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Wilson suffered a concussion Week 15 against New England and didn't play this past Sunday versus Carolina. However, he was able to return to practice in full Thursday, per Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic, and has been cleared to return to action Saturday. Wilson's return will likely mean reduced defensive snaps for Owen Pappoe.
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Cardinals' Mack Wilson: Set to sign with Arizona
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Wilson and the Cardinals have agreed to a three-year, $12.75 million deal that could go as high as $15 million, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
The linebacker has played more snaps on special teams than defense in each of the last three seasons. Wilson logged 960 defensive snaps and 82 tackles as a rookie with the Browns in 2019, but he has yet to come close to those numbers since. As a member of the Patriots the last two seasons, Wilson recorded 37 and 36 tackles, respectively.
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Patriots' Mack Wilson: Secures sack in win
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Wilson recorded three tackles (two solo), including a sack, while also deflecting a pass in Thursday's 21-18 win over Pittsburgh.
Wilson was able to get to Mitch Trubisky in the first quarter, bringing down the quarterback for his first sack of the year. The linebacker has seen his defensive snaps fluctuate all season, but he was able to make the most of his 19 snaps in Week 14.
