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Cardinals standout rookie ruled out with knee injury

A huge loss on defense, as Nolen has been a game changer in the middle of the defensive line.

Aug 2, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Walter Nolen III in the Red and White practice during training camp at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

TEMPE — The Arizona Cardinals ruled defensive lineman Walter Nolen III out with a knee injury on Wednesday ahead of the team’s road matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Nolen, 22, suffered a knee injury in the team’s overtime loss at home against the Jacksonville Jaguars, a game in which he scored his first-ever touchdown at the pro level.