Cardinals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Handed questionable tag for Week 16
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Kirkpatrick (hamstring/calf) is considered questionable going into Saturday's matchup against the 49ers after being held out of Thursday's practice session, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Kirkpatrick was unable to participate throughout the entire practice week, but there remains a chance for him to suit up Week 16 after he proved capable of fighting through his hamstring injury last Sunday in a win over Philadelphia. An absence from Kirkpatrick would spell more opportunities for 2019 second-round draft choice Byron Murphy, who hasn't started since Week 10.
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Cardinals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Active Week 15
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Kirkpatrick (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game versus Philadelphia.
Kirkpatrick was considered questionable due to the hamstring injury, but he's good to go for Sunday's contest. The 31-year-old should operate in his usual role as a starter at cornerback for Arizona.
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Cardinals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Tagged as questionable
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Kirkpatrick (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Eagles, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Arizona Republic reports.
Following an absence from Wednesday's practice, Kirkpatrick strung together consecutive limited sessions to close out the week. If he's not given the green light this week, both Byron Murphy and Kevin Peterson will receive increased duties against rookie quarterback Jalen Hurts.
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Cardinals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Upgraded Thursday
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Kirkpatrick (hamstring) was a limited participant during Thursday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Kirkpatrick missed Wednesday's practice with the hamstring issue, but it's a good sign that he was able to practice in some capacity Thursday. It's still unlikely the veteran misses Sunday's game against the Eagles, but his practice status Friday should paint a clearer picture. Byron Murphy and Kevin Peterson still stand to gain an uptick in snaps should Kirkpatrick miss any game action.
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Cardinals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Sits out Wednesday
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Kirkpatrick missed Wednesday's practice due to a hamstring injury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Kirkpatrick popped back up on the injury report Wednesday with the hamstring injury that hampered him earlier in the season. The veteran has missed just one game this campaign, racking up 51 tackles (48 solo), seven pass breakups and three interceptions in 12 games. If Kirkpatrick were forced to miss Sunday's game against the Eagles, Byron Murphy and Kevin Peterson would be in line for an uptick in snaps in the secondary.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Out Week 10
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Kirkpatrick (knee) was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Ravens, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Kirkpatrick hasn't seen the field since hyperextending his left knee Week 6 and won't be seeing the field again Sunday. Darqueze Dennard, Williams Jackson and B.W. Webb will work as Cincinnati's top-three cornerbacks.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Struggling postgame
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Kirkpatrick was moving "very slowly" on crutches and was sporting a knee brace on his left leg following Sunday's loss to Baltimore, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.
Kirkpatrick was forced to leave the game in the second quarter due to the injury and subsequently didn't return. It's likely the team will shed some light on his injury in the coming days, but if they don't, his practice availability will shed light on the severity of injury. B.W. Webb came into the game Sunday and would be the favorite to do so again if Kirkpatrick is forced to miss Week 7.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Carted off Sunday
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Kirkpatrick is questionable to return to Sunday's game against Baltimore after suffering a left knee injury, Marisa Contipelli of the Bengals' official site reports.
It's unclear how Kirkpatrick picked up the injury, but he was subsequently carted off the field, suggesting some serious concern. As long as he's sidelined, it's likely B.W. Webb will continue to see an increase in snaps.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Practices in full
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Kirkpatrick (Achilles) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Kirkpatrick dealt with multiple injuries through training camp and the preseason, but he appears to have returned to full health in time to suit up Week 1. The veteran cornerback projects to play a starting role versus the Seahawks on Sunday.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Tending to multiple injuries
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Kirkpatrick (shoulder) who ended the season on injured reserve, recently appeared at the Bengals' facility to receive treatment for a foot injury, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
Kirkpatrick popped up on the injury report with Achilles and ankle issues at different points this season, and it's possible he could still be recovering from both issues. Fortunately, there haven't been any reports indicating that any of the cornerback's injuries will impact his availability for the start of the Bengals' offseason program.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Out for remainder of contest
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Kirkpatrick is out for the remainder of Sunday's game with a right shoulder injury, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
The severity of the injury still remains in question. For now, Darqueze Dennard is the likely replacement alongside William Jackson III. More details will likely emerge following Sunday's outcome.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Not practicing Wednesday
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Kirkpatrick (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.
Kirkpatrick played through an ankle injury during a Week 13 loss to the Broncos and left the stadium wearing a walking boot. The seventh-year veteran's status for Sunday's tilt against the Raiders is murky at best. If Kirkpatrick were to miss any time, Darqueze Dennard would slot into the starting lineup.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Ready for Week 13
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Kirkpatrick (shoulder) won't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against Denver, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
Kirkpatrick was inactive for last week's loss to the Browns but was able to put in a full practice Friday to avoid the questionable tag. The 29-year-old should return to starting duties at cornerback, pushing Darqueze Dennard back into the nickel back role.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Downgraded to doubtful for Week 12
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Kirkpatrick (shoulder) carries the doubtful tag for Sunday's matchup with the Browns, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.
Kirkpatrick was originally considered questionable for Week 12 but the injury is seemingly serious enough to cast his status into serious doubt. If Kirkpatrick can't play, Darquez Dennard would likely start in his place with either Tony McRae or Darius Phillips playing primarily in the slot.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Missing from Thursday's practice
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Kirkpatrick was missing from Thursday's practice, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Kirkpatrick has become a scapegoat for Bengals fans, many of whom are spoiled by having William Jackson III on the other side of the field. But if Kirkpatrick can't go Sunday, they'll miss him greatly against the Falcons' multi-pronged attack. It could mean another big day for receiver Calvin Ridley.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Full participant Tuesday
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Kirkpatrick (foot) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice, Jay Morrison of the Dayton Daily News reports.
Kirkpatrick was expected to play even though he was spotted in a walking boot during Monday's walkthrough, and his participation in practice Tuesday essentially confirms that. Unless the defensive back suffers a setback over the next day or so, expect him to be a full go Thursday.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Spotted in boot, expects to play
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Kirkpatrick was spotted in a boot during Monday's walkthrough but says he will play in Thursday's game against the Texans, Katherine Terrell of ESPN.com reports.
Members of the media were not expecting Kirkpatrick to walk into the locker room sporting a boot Monday, but that's exactly what happened. Unsurprisingly, the 27-year-old was bombarded with questions surrounding the apparent injury that he effectively dodged. It's early, but the expectation is that he'll play and that the Bengals are being extra cautious to avoid any setbacks.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Fully recovered from fractured hand
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Kirkpatrick is healthy after fracturing his hand in May, Jeff Wallner of United Press International reports.
Kirkpatrick's fracture was never considered very serious. He was already back on the field in a limited capacity for June's minicamp and shouldn't have any restrictions when training camp opens July 27.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Re-signs with Bengals
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Kirkpatrick re-signed with the Bengals on Thursday, Jim Owczarski of Cincinnati.com reports.
Kirkpatrick started 14 games for the Bengals in 2016, recording 10 passes defensed -- including three interceptions -- and 46 tackles in 15 games played. He'll likely claim one of the Bengals' starting corner positions again in 2017.
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Bengals' Dre Kirkpatrick: Ready to play
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Kirkpatrick (knee) did not appear on the Bengals' practice report Friday.
Kirkpatrick was absent Wednesday, but escalated his level of participation in each subsequent practice, culminating with a full showing Friday.
