Antonio Hamilton Sr. Injury News & Updates
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Signs with Washington
Hamilton and the Commanders agreed on a contract Monday.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton will join the Commanders ahead of the team's second preseason contest Aug. 18 versus the Bengals. The cornerback will help replace Kevon Seymour (undisclosed) in Washington's secondary after Seymour was placed on injured reserve Monday.
Aug 10, 2025
Works out for Washington
Hamilton (quadriceps) worked out for the Commanders on Sunday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton injured his quad in Week 16 last season while with the Falcons and finished out the 2024 campaign on injured reserve. Now healthy, the 32-year-old is looking for a new opportunity ahead of the 2025 season. He has 109 regular-season games of NFL experience.
Dec 28, 2024
Placed on IR due to quad injury
The Falcons placed Hamilton (quadriceps) on injured reserve Saturday, Terrin Waack of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton injured his quadricep in the first quarter of the Falcons' Week 16 win over the Giants. His placement on injured reserve means Hamilton will be forced to miss Atlanta's next four games. That means he won't play in the final two games of the regular season, and he would only be eligible to return from IR if the Falcons qualify for the playoffs and make it to the NFC Championship Game. Hamilton mostly played on special teams during the regular season and will finish with seven tackles (five solo) across 11 games.
Dec 27, 2024
Won't play Sunday
Hamilton (quadriceps) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Commanders, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton is now set to miss his fifth game of the season Sunday, as he was unable to practice throughout the week after sustaining a quadriceps injury in Atlanta's Week 16 win over the Giants. With Kevin King (concussion) also ruled out, Dee Alford is the Falcons' only slot cornerback available for the Week 17 contest.
Dec 22, 2024
Won't return against Giants
Hamilton (quadriceps) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Giants, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton injured his quadriceps in the first quarter of Sunday's game, and he will not rejoin the team following halftime. Kevin King is slated to see more snaps at slot corner for the second half due to Hamilton's injury.
Dec 22, 2024
Questionable to return
Hamilton is considered questionable to return to Sunday's game versus the Giants due to a quadriceps injury, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
ANALYSIS
The severity of Hamilton's injury is unknown at this time. It occurred during the first quarter. While he is sidelined, Kevin King could potentially see some snaps in the slot.
Nov 27, 2024
Full practice Wednesday
Hamilton (pectoral) was a full participant at the Falcons' practice Wednesday, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton appears to be set to return to the field after missing the team's Week 11 loss to the Broncos with a pectoral injury before the team was idle in Week 12. The 31-year-old could step into a starting role at cornerback against the Chargers on Sunday with Dee Alford (hamstring) and Mike Hughes (neck) still nursing injuries.
Nov 15, 2024
Out in Week 11
Head coach Raheem Morris told reporters Friday that Hamilton (pectoral) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Broncos, Amna Subhan of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton logged three consecutive DNPs during Atlanta's week of practice after likely sustaining a pectoral injury in the team's Week 10 loss to the Saints. With Hamilton, Dee Alford (hamstring) and Mike Hughes (neck) all ruled out for Week 11, the only corners on the Falcons' active roster without an injury designation are A.J. Terrell, Kevin King and Clark Phillips.
Nov 13, 2024
Dealing with injury
Hamilton (pectoral) didn't practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton could be in jeopardy of missing time after he likely sustained a pectoral injury in the Falcons' Week 10 loss to the Saints. If the special-teamer is unable to practice in at least a limited fashion Thursday or Friday, he'll likely miss Atlanta's Week 11 matchup against the Broncos.
Oct 27, 2024
Gets green light
Hamilton (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton will return to action after missing Atlanta's Week 7 loss to Seattle due to a back injury. Hamilton has made four appearances this season, playing exclusively on special teams in three of those games. However, he could crack the secondary rotation versus Tampa Bay, as Justin Simmons (hamstring) will be sidelined for the first time this season.
Oct 25, 2024
Could return for Week 8
Hamilton (back) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Buccaneers, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton missed the Falcons' Week 7 loss to the Seahawks due to a back injury. However, the South Carolina State product has a chance to return in Week 8 after logging a week of limited practice sessions. If he's unable to play through the issue Sunday, expect Dee Alford to see increased work as the Falcons' top slot cornerback.
Oct 20, 2024
Inactive Week 7
Hamilton is listed as inactive for Sunday's game against the Seahawks due to a back injury.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton has primarily been a special teams contributor for Atlanta this season, so the defense should not feel his absence. The depth cornerback's next opportunity to suit up will come one week at Tampa Bay.
Sep 19, 2024
Ramps up activity
Hamilton (groin) was a full participant in practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton has yet to suit up this season for the Falcons, but his ability to get in a full practice session on Thursday should signal that the 31-year-old will suit up Sunday against the Chiefs. He's expected to bolster Atlanta's depth in the secondary.
Sep 18, 2024
Opens week limited
Hamilton (groin) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton has been held out of the first two games of the regular season due to a groin injury he sustained in early September. He was able to log back-to-back limited practices leading up to Monday's game against the Eagles, but he wasn't able to suit up for that contest. If he's able to increase his practice participation Thursday and Friday, then Hamilton should make his Falcons debut against the Chiefs on Sunday. Across 14 regular-season games with the Cardinals in 2023, Hamilton tallied 40 tackles (29 solo), 11 passes defended and one interception.
Sep 14, 2024
Won't play Week 2
Hamilton (groin) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Philadelphia, Daniel Flick of SI.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton was able to log back-to-back limited practices Friday and Saturday, but he hasn't progressed through his groin injury enough to suit up for Week 2. His next chance to suit up will come Week 3 against the Chiefs on Sept. 22.
Sep 12, 2024
Doesn't practice Thursday
Hamilton (groin) was a DNP for Thursday's practice, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton popped up on the Falcons' injury report leading up to Week 1 against the Steelers, which he ended up being ruled out for. His DNP to start the week doesn't bode well for his chances of playing against the Eagles in Week 2, but he has two more opportunities to practice in some capacity. Hamilton appeared in 14 regular-season games for the Cardinals in 2023, finishing with 40 tackles (29 solo), 11 passes defended and one interception.
Sep 6, 2024
Ruled out to face Steelers
Hamilton (groin) did not practice Friday and is ruled out for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton was not listed on Wednesday's injury report, but he popped up as a limited participant Thursday before missing practice entirely Friday. The veteran's next chance to suit up will come Week 2 versus the Eagles on Monday Night Football.
Sep 5, 2024
Nursing groin injury
Hamilton was limited during Thursday's practice session due to a groin injury, Tori McElhaney of the Falcons' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The groin injury appears to be recent, as Hamilton was not listed on the Falcons' injury report Wednesday. His participation level Friday will provide a better picture around his status for Sunday's regular-season opener against the Steelers. Hamilton enters this season in a depth role in the Falcons' secondary after finishing 2023 with 40 tackles (29 solo), 11 passes defended and one interception across 14 regular-season games with the Cardinals.
Apr 4, 2024
Headed to Atlanta
The Falcons signed Hamilton on Thursday, Amna Subhan of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After spending each of the last three seasons with the Cardinals, Hamilton has found a new home in Atlanta. The veteran cornerback has appeared in 98 games (18 starts) across his eight-year NFL career, logging 147 total tackles and 25 passes defended, including two interceptions. Hamilton is expected to compete for a depth role in the Falcons' secondary ahead of the 2024 season.
Jan 1, 2024
Seven tackles in win
Hamilton had seven tackles (five solo) in Sunday's 35-31 win over the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton co-led in tackles with middle linebacker Krys Barnes in Sunday's victory. Hamilton started the season primarily playing on special teams, but he has played every defensive snap in each of the last three games and has 12 tackles (seven solo) over that span.
Dec 24, 2023
Will play Sunday
Hamilton (calf) is active Sunday against the Bears.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton will shed his injury designation and suit up Sunday, which should be a boost for the Cardinals' secondary, which will be without their other starting corner, Garrett Williams (knee).
Dec 22, 2023
Questionable for Sunday
Hamilton (calf) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 30-year-old cornerback returned to the field in Week 15 after recovering from a groin injury, but it now seems as if he's dealing with a calf issue that could hold him out of Sunday's affair. If Hamilton is unable to suit up in Week 16, expect Kei'Trel Clark and Starling Thomas to see increased work in Arizona's secondary.
Dec 15, 2023
Set to return for Week 15
Hamilton (groin) carries no injury designation heading into Sunday's contest against the 49ers, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton finished the week as a full participant and is set to return from his two game absence. He'll slot back into the starting corner role alongside Garrett Williams. Hamilton has 27 tackles (21 solo) and an interception in 10 games this season.
Dec 13, 2023
Limited in Wednesday's practice
Hamilton (groin) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton missed the last two games with a groin injury he sustained in Week 11 against the Texans. The bye week should have provided additional rest for the starting cornerback and his participation in practice this week should indicate whether he'll make his return for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
Dec 1, 2023
Ruled out for Week 13
Coach Jonathan Gannon said Friday that Hamilton (groin) will not suit up Sunday versus the Steelers, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton will miss a second straight game due to a lingering groin injury. The Cardinals will go on bye after Sunday's matchup against Pittsburgh, giving Hamilton some extra time to get healthy and try to return Week 15 against the 49ers.
Nov 24, 2023
Won't play against Rams
Hamilton (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton left last week's game against the Texans early after coming down with an interception, and he's now going to miss this week's date with Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua. Garrett Williams, Marco Wilson and Starling Thomas handled cornerback duties for Arizona after Hamilton left last Sunday.
Nov 19, 2023
Early exit Sunday
Hamilton (groin) was forced to exit Sunday's 21-16 loss to the Texans early, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton suffered a groin injury when he intercepted C.J. Stroud late in the fourth quarter and hd did not return to the contest. His status will be worth monitoring ahead of Arizona's matchup with the Rams in Week 12.
Oct 29, 2023
Set to return for Week 8
Hamilton (groin) is active for Sunday's contest against the Ravens, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton sustained the groin injury in Week 6 against the Rams and was held out of their Week 7 contest against the Seahawks. He'll go back to his depth cornerback role behind starters Marco Wilson and Starling Thomas.
Oct 27, 2023
Questionable for Week 8
Hamilton (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus Baltimore, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton was limited at practice all week, so his availability for Sunday seems close to a coin-flip proposition. If he can't suit up in Week 8, Starling Thomas could be in line for increased reps at corner.
Oct 20, 2023
Deemed out for Week 7
Hamilton (groin) has been ruled out for Sunday's contest in Seattle, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton exited a Week 6 loss to the Rams in the second half due to a groin injury, and he wasn't able to practice at all this week. As a result, he'll sit out his first game of the campaign against the Seahawks on Sunday. Starling Thomas could see the field more often than usual in Hamilton's absence.
Oct 18, 2023
Unavailable for practice
Hamilton (groin) was a non-participant at Arizona's practice Wednesday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton suffered a groin injury in the team's Week 6 loss to the Rams and he did not return to the game, so Wednesday's absence doesn't come as a big surprise. The cornerback will look to return to the practice field for one of Arizona's final two sessions prior to Sunday's contest on the road in Seattle.
Oct 15, 2023
Won't return in Week 6
Hamilton (groin) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton registered five tackles (three solo) prior to getting injured in the second half. The starting cornerback will set his sights on returning to action in Week 7 against the Seahawks.
Oct 8, 2023
Notches eight tackles Sunday
Hamilton (concussion) tallied eight tackles (seven solo) during Sunday's 34-20 loss to the Bengals.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton left the field two times Sunday to be evaluated for injuries, first to his ankle and then to have a concussion check. He was able to return on both occasions and easily had his most productive performance of the season, as he boasted just one assisted tackle through the first four games. Hamilton's starting nod could be a sign of things to come for the eight-year pro.
Oct 8, 2023
Clears concussion protocol
Hamilton cleared the concussion protocol and returned to Sunday's game against the bengals, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton left the game in the third quarter to be evaluated for a concussion but has cleared the protocol and returned to the field. The 30-year-old previously left the game in the first half with an ankle injury but was able to overcome that as well.
Oct 8, 2023
Undergoing concussion evaluation
Hamilton exited Sunday's game against the Bengals to be evaluated for a concussion, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton previously exited this contest with an ankle injury before returning during the first half. It appears the 30-year-old cornerback then sustained a head injury at some point during the second half, thus causing him to be evaluated for a concussion. In his absence, Kei'Trel Clark will likely need to take on a larger role alongside Marco Wilson for the time being.
Oct 8, 2023
Returns to game
Hamilton (ankle) returned to Arizona's game against the Bengals on Sunday, Jose M. Romero of The Arizona Republics reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton left the game in the first quarter with an ankle injury but returned to action later in the first half. So far, the 30-year-old has logged a team high five tackles (five solo) heading into the end of the second quarter.
Oct 8, 2023
Questionable to return
Hamilton is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bengals with an ankle injury, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official sitereports..
ANALYSIS
Hamilton left early in the first half of Sunday's game and his status is uncertain for the remainder of the contest. Kei'Trel Clark should be in line for more snaps if Hamilton is unable to return.
Jun 22, 2023
Back at minicamp
Hamilton (hip) was present at Arizona's mandatory minicamp last week, Jose M. Romero of The Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton missed the final two weeks of the 2022 season with a hip injury but has since had the offseason to move past the issue. The veteran cornerback has had a seven-year career, but most of his production has come in the past two seasons with the Cardinals, appearing in 27 games and tallying 82 tackles, nine pass breakups and one interception. Expect the South Carolina State product to be competing with Rashad Fenton for a starting corner position on Arizona's defense ahead of the coming year.
Mar 21, 2023
Headed back to Arizona
Hamilton (hip) re-signed a one-year deal with Cardinals on Tuesday, Darren Urban of team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton is coming off his best season, setting a new high in tackles with 44 (40 solo) and recorded the first interception of his career. After serving as a reserve for the majority of his career, the 30-year-old earned the starting role before missing the last two games of the season with a hip injury. With the Cardinals lacking depth in the secondary as of now, Hamilton should have the opportunity to earn the starting job again next year.
Jan 6, 2023
Remains out Week 18
Hamilton (hip) has been deemed out for Sunday's game against San Francisco, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton will finish the 2022 campaign with back-to-back absences due to a hip injury that first popped up during Week 17 prep. Over 10 games, the seventh-year cornerback logged career highs in tackles (44), passes defended (four) and interceptions (one). With fellow starter Marco Wilson (neck) also ruled out, Arizona could be left with just three available cornerbacks between Christian Matthew, Jace Whittaker and Josh Jackson (hamstring), the latter of whom is considered questionable to play Week 18.
Dec 30, 2022
Won't play against Atlanta
Hamilton (hip) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Atlanta, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton was unable to practice to begin the week due to his hip injury, and the issue will force him to sit out in Week 17. His final chance to take the field this year will be Jan. 8 against the 49ers.
Dec 29, 2022
Logs another DNP
Hamilton (hip) didn't practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton has now opened Week 17 prep with back-to-back DNPs due to a hip issue, after he played all 81 of Arizona's defensive snaps in this past weekend's loss to Tampa Bay. The veteran still has Friday's session to at least log some activity on the practice field before he'd carry an injury designation heading into Sunday's game against the Falcons. If Hamilton is eventually sidelined, then Marco Wilson (neck), Christian Matthew and Jace Whittaker would be slated to operate as the Cardinals' top cornerback options Sunday.
Dec 25, 2022
Active against Buccaneers
Hamilton (back) is active for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton missed last week's matchup against Denver and was considered a game-time decision for the Cardinals' Christmas Day contest. However, he'll be able to play through his back issue following his one-game absence.
Dec 23, 2022
Will be game-time decision
Hamilton (back) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against Tampa Bay and will likely be a game-time decision, Howard Balzer of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton was sidelined for Week 15 while dealing with an illness and a back injury and remained sidelined for Wednesday and Thursday's practices. However, he returned as a limited participant Friday and will have a chance to suit up in Week 16. Byron Murphy (back) is out again, so if Hamilton joins him on the sidelines, Christian Matthew and Jace Whittaker would be candidates for increased roles again.
Dec 18, 2022
Unavailable Sunday
Hamilton (back/illness) has been ruled inactive for Sunday's game against Denver.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton will miss his first game since sitting out the first four weeks of the season on the reserve/NFI with a foot injury. As a result, the Cardinals will be left with just three available cornerbacks, as starters Byron Murphy (back) and Marco Wilson (neck) were also ruled inactive Week 15.
Dec 16, 2022
Considered questionable
Hamilton (back/illness) is questionable for Sunday's matchup against Denver, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton didn't practice Thursday or Friday due to a back injury and an illness. He'd been filling in for Byron Murphy, who'll miss a fifth straight game Sunday. Hamilton and Marco Wilson (neck) are both listed as questionable, so if they join Murphy on the sideline, the Cardinals may have to turn to Christian Matthew and Jace Whittaker as their top cornerbacks against Denver.
Dec 16, 2022
Day-to-day ahead of Week 15
Coach Kilff Kingsbury said Friday that Hamilton (back) is day-to-day ahead of Sunday's game at Denver, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton appeared out of the blue on Arizona's injury report Thursday with a back injury, and it now seems plausible that the injury could force him to sit out in Week 15 after he played 100 percent of the Cardinals' defensive snaps in Week 14. Kingsbury also said that rookie seventh-rounder Christian Matthew could see more playing time Sunday, signaling he'd be asked to step up if Hamilton were out.
Dec 15, 2022
Pops up as DNP Thursday
Hamilton (back) was listed as a non-participant in Thursday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton seemingly popped up on Thursday's injury report with an apparent back issue, after he had played every defensive snap for Arizona on Monday against the Patriots. It's possible that his absence could be maintenance related, but his activity level in Friday's session should nonetheless provide additional clarification regarding his weekend availability. With both Byron Murphy (back) and Marco Wilson (neck) currently listed as questionable with injuries of their own, Christian Matthew and Jace Whittaker could both see additional secondary usage Sunday in Denver.
Dec 8, 2022
Healthy heading into Week 14
Hamilton (ankle) did not appears on the Cardinals' injury report Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton sustained a left ankle injury during the third quarter of Arizona's loss to the Chargers in Week 12. While the nature of this issue was never disclosed, the 29-year-old appears to have worked his way back to full heath while on bye Week 13. With staring cornerback Byron Murphy (back) still sidelined during practice Thursday, it's likely that Hamilton will see increased playing time for the third game in a row versus New England on Monday.
Nov 27, 2022
Hurts ankle Sunday
Hamilton suffered an ankle injury during Sunday's loss to the Chargers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
In the middle of the third quarter, Hamilton went to the ground and was seen grasping at his left ankle. Prior to his departure, he totaled five solo tackles. With Byron Murphy (back) inactive Sunday and Hamilton getting hurt, the Cardinals are down to three healthy cornerbacks on the active roster (Marco Wilson, Trayvon Mullen and Christian Matthew).
Nov 15, 2022
Racks up 11 tackles Sunday
Hamilton paced the Cardinals with 11 tackles (10 solo) and two pass defenses during Sunday's 27-17 win at the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton was the biggest beneficiary of absent starting cornerback Byron Murphy (back), logging 54 of 60 defensive snaps opposite Marco Wilson. Clearly, L.A. quarterback John Wolford was looking at Hamilton often, and the latter nearly matched his tackle total on the season prior to Sunday (15 in five games) in one fell swoop. Murphy is slated for additional testing on his back this week, but another DNP from him may result in another large share of plays for Hamilton next Monday against the 49ers.
Oct 10, 2022
Worried he wouldn't play again
Hamilton was able to return to the field Sunday against the Eagles, despite his fears he may never play again, Jose M. Romero of The Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton suffered second-degree burns to his feet in a cooking accident in early September that sidelined him until Sunday. Due to not being able to use his feet while recovering, he lost muscle mass and only returned to working out and practicing recently. Hamilton was able to play 16 snaps on defense and 15 on special teams in his season debut, which also led to one solo tackle. He'll work to continue building back the lost muscle and getting acclimated to playing football again heading into Week 6 against the Seahawks.
Oct 8, 2022
Suiting up vs. Philadelphia
Arizona activated Hamilton to its active roster Saturday ahead of Sunday's game versus the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton spent the first four weeks of the season on the reserve/non-football injury list after burning his feet in a cooking accident at home, but he'll be available to play Week 5. The veteran corner should work in a depth role behind Byron Murphy and Marco Wilson.
Oct 3, 2022
Ready to return
Hamilton (foot) has been designated to return from the reserve/non-football injury list Monday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton has missed he minimum four games since being placed on the list Sept. 2. His injury occurred when he burned his feet during a cooking accident while at home. He'll have three weeks to practice with the team before he needs to be placed on the active roster. However, he could return Sunday against the Eagles.
Sep 2, 2022
Placed on reserve/NFI list
The Cardinals placed Hamilton (foot) on the reserve/non-football injury list Thursday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Per Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com, Hamilton burned his feet during a cooking accident at his home and will now be sidelined for at least the first four games of the regular season. The journeyman cornerback appeared in all 17 games for the Cardinals last year, totaling 38 tackles and four pass defenses.
Apr 26, 2022
Re-signs with Arizona
The Cardinals re-signed Hamilton on Tuesday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton appeared in all 17 games for the Cardinals last year, totaling 38 tackles and four pass deflections. The journeyman cornerback figures to garner a similar role during the 2022 campaign.
Sep 28, 2021
Signed to active roster
The Cardinals signed Hamilton to their active roster Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton joined Arizona's practice squad on Sept. 3 and has played in all three games for the Cardinals this season. Although he has played primarily on special teams, the 28-year-old did record 31 defensive snaps in Week 2 against Vikings after rookie cornerback Marco Wilson injured his ankle. Hamilton totaled four tackles and one pass defensed during the contest, but he was relegated back to his special-teams duties in Week 3.
Aug 30, 2021
Let go by the Bucs
The Buccaneers released Hamilton on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
The sixth-year cornerback has been a main contributor on special teams the last two seasons, playing over 300 snaps on special teams for both the Chiefs and Giants. The veteran might be able to latch on to another team that has less depth than the reigning champs, especially if he continues to show value on special teams.
May 16, 2021
Joining reigning champs
Hamilton has signed a one-year contract with the Buccaneers, Adam Schefter of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton has appeared in 57 games over the past five seasons, registering 50 tackles and five passes defensed. He'll provide cornerback depth and likely contribute on special teams.
Nov 18, 2020
All clear Wednesday
Hamilton (hamstring) was a full participant during Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton has battled through the hamstring injury for the past two weeks, but as evidenced by this news, he's expected to be ready for Week 11. Hamilton has seen most of his snaps come on special teams and as a depth cornerback, so expect him to handle a similar role for Sunday's game against the Raiders.
Nov 8, 2020
Dealing with hamstring issue
Hamilton (hamstring) is listed as questionable to return to Sunday's matchup against the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
The fifth-year veteran has averaged 19 special-teams snaps per game this season for Kansas City, while also garnering a double-digit workload in defensive snaps four times thus far in 2020. The Chiefs haven't been counting on Hamilton for starter snaps in the secondary, but depth on the back end would be depleted in his absence.
Sep 24, 2020
Back to work Thursday
Hamilton (groin) was a full participant during Thursday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton suffered the groin injury in the first quarter of Sunday's win over the Chargers and never returned. Now back healthy, look for Hamilton to assume his usual depth role at cornerback for Week 3 against the Ravens.
Sep 20, 2020
Leaves game Sunday
Hamilton (groin) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against
ANALYSIS
Hamilton was forced to leave the game in the first quarter due to the soft tissue injury, and he's yet to return. As long as Hamilton is sidelined, only Rashad Fenton and Thakarius Keyes are the only healthy cornerbacks dressed for Sunday's game.
Aug 28, 2020
Returns to the field
Hamilton has returned to the practice field, Nate Taylor of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton missed some time due to a groin injury but has been a full participant in practice this week. The cornerback is competing for a depth role in Kansas City's secondary after spending the past two seasons with the Giants.
Aug 16, 2020
No-go for Saturday's practice
Hamilton (groin) didn't practice Saturday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.
ANALYSIS
There's no signal about whether Hamilton's injury is severe, but an opportunity has opened up for the cornerback. Alex Brown tore his ACL and will miss the 2020 season, so Hamilton looks locked into a special-teams role if he gets healthy. However, he's not likely to get much work on defense.
Mar 20, 2020
Links with Kansas City
Hamilton signed a one-year contract with the Chiefs on Friday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton will provide the Chiefs with depth at the cornerback position and upside on special teams. He's coming off back-to-back seasons spent as a reserve member of the Giants' secondary.
Sep 4, 2019
Shakes off injury
Hamilton (groin) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Hamilton is expected to play Sunday versus the Cowboys. The 26-year-old didn't play a defensive snap last year as he stuck to special teams, so it'll be interesting to see if his role remains the same.
Aug 17, 2019
Exits Friday's game early
Hamilton left Friday's preseason win over the Bears early with a groin injury, Dan Salomone of Giants.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The severity of Hamilton's groin issue remains unclear, but he'll likely miss some practice time leading up to Thursday's exhibition in Cincinnati.