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Cardinals Rule Out LT Paris Johnson for Texans Game After MCL Sprain

The week-to-week knee injury halts a run of 807 snaps alongside leading Pro Bowl votes at tackle.

Aug 9, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr. (70) against the Kansas City Chiefs during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Head coach Jonathan Gannon announced Johnson will not play in Week 15 against the Texans.
  • Johnson exited Sunday’s loss to the Rams with a sprained MCL and is considered week-to-week.
  • With right tackle Jonah Williams on injured reserve, Kelvin Beachum and undrafted rookie Josh Fryar will start at tackle on Sunday.
  • Houston’s edge rush features Danielle Hunter with 11 sacks and Will Anderson with 10.5 this season.
  • Before the injury, Johnson had a 76.6 Pro Football Focus grade after playing 807 snaps and leading Pro Bowl voting, positioning his fifth-year option at $19.95 million with a potential rise to $24.63 million with a Pro Bowl selection.