Melton (concussion) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports. Melton entered concussion protocols following Arizona's Week 1 loss to Buffalo. He started as a DNP on Wednesday, but he finished the week as a full participant in Friday's session, and he is good to go for Sunday's NFC West showdown. Melton played 27 snaps (10 on defense, 17 on special teams) and registered two solo tackles against the Bills in Week 1.
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ACTIVELatest Max Melton news
Team
Arizona Cardinals
Birthdate
4/15/2002 (22)
Status
Active
HT/WT
5'11", 193 lbs
Draft Info
2024: Rd 2; Pk (ARI)
Birthplace
Mays Landing, NJ, USA
Position
CB
College
Rutgers
Career History
Arizona Cardinals
2024-Present
(1 season)
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TOT 1.2SACK 0.0SOLO 1.2AST 0.0INT 0.0TFL 0.0
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Full season projectionsTOT 21.0SOLO 16.0AST 5.0
Melton (concussion) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports. Melton entered concussion protocols following Arizona's Week 1 loss to Buffalo. He started as a DNP on Wednesday, but he finished the week as a full participant in Friday's session, and he is good to go for Sunday's NFC West showdown. Melton played 27 snaps (10 on defense, 17 on special teams) and registered two solo tackles against the Bills in Week 1.
Melton (concussion) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Rams, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports. Melton sustained a concussion during the Cardinals' Week 1 loss, but after a full practice session Friday, he's got a chance to suit up Sunday. The rookie likely still hasn't passed concussion protocol with a neurologist test if he's listed as questionable. Kei'Trel Clark projects to see more work in Arizona's secondary if Melton doesn't clear protocol by the time of Sunday's contest.
Melton (concussion) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports. Melton entered concussion protocols following Sunday's 34-28 loss to the Bills. He wasn't able to practice Wednesday, but his limited participation Thursday indicates he's working his way through the league's protocols. Melton's practice participation Friday should provide clarity on his status for Week 2 against the Rams.
Melton (concussion) did not participate in Wednesday's practice session, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports. Melton sustained a concussion at some point during Sunday's 34-28 loss to the Bills. He finished that contest with two tackles while playing 27 snaps (17 on special teams, 10 on defense). The rookie second-round pick will continue to work through the league's concussion protocols during the week, and his practice participation Thursday and Friday will indicate his chance of playing against the Rams on Sunday.
Head coach Jonathan Gannon told reporters Monday that Melton is in concussion protocol, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports. The rookie corner made his NFL debut Sunday and recorded two total tackles on 27 total snaps (17 on special teams and 10 defensive), but it appears he's sustained a concussion following Gannon's comments Monday. Melton's practice participation will be something to monitor as the week progresses, and if he's forced to miss time, expect Kei'Trel Clark and Darren Hall to see more work in Arizona's secondary.