Darius Robinson Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Rams vs Cardinals game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Nov 23, 2025
Cleared to play Week 12
Robinson (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has been given the green light to play Sunday after initially drawing the questionable tag due to a groin injury. The second-year pro has accumulated 10 tackles (three solo) in the three games since the Cardinals' Week 8 bye.
Nov 21, 2025
Listed as questionable for Week 12
Robinson (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Jacksonville, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
A groin injury limited Robinson's practice participation all week, but he was able to play through the issue during the Cardinals' Week 11 loss to the 49ers, so he's leaning more toward the probable side of playing Sunday. The second-year defensive end has accumulated 17 tackles (eight solo), including 1.0 sacks, across eight regular-season games.
Nov 16, 2025
Good to go vs. Niners
Robinson (groin) is active for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has been cleared to play Sunday after working through a groin injury during Week 11 prep. The second-year defensive end has logged five tackles (two solo) across the Cardinals' two games since the Week 8 bye.
Nov 14, 2025
Questionable to play vs. 49ers
Robinson (groin) is officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus San Francisco, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson was limited at practice throughout the week after hurting his groin in Week 10 at Seattle, and now his availability for Week 11 is up in the air. If he can't suit up Sunday, rookie third-rounder Jordan Burch would project for a more regular role on the edge.
Nov 9, 2025
Suffers groin injury
Robinson exited Sunday's game against the Seahawks with a groin injury and will not return, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson was ruled out in the fourth quarter with Arizona trailing 44-22 on the scoreboard. Prior to leaving, Robinson recorded four tackles, including two solo stops. Dante Stills, Jordan Burch and Xavier Thomas will help finish out the game off the edge for the Cardinals.
Oct 19, 2025
Cleared to return Week 7
Robinson (pectoral) is active for Sunday's game against the Packers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has been given the green light to return Sunday from at two-game absence due to a pectoral injury. His return means there will be less snaps at defensive end to go around for Bilal Nichols, Jordan Burch and Dante Stills.
Oct 17, 2025
Questionable to play vs. Green Bay
Robinson (pectoral) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Packers, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has missed the Cardinals' last two games due to a pectoral injury. He was limited in practice all week, and the 2024 first-rounder has a chance to make his return for Sunday's home game. Robinson's return would likely lead to less snaps at defensive end for Bilal Nichols and rookie third-rounder Jordan Burch.
Oct 16, 2025
Limited again Thursday
Robinson (pectoral) was a limited participant at practice Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Robinson was considered limited at the team's walkthrough Wednesday, and he continued to be limited at Thursday's first official practice of the week. The defensive end has missed the team's last two games with a pectoral injury, and he'll have one more chance to log a full practice before Sunday's matchup with the Packers.
Oct 15, 2025
Limited in Wednesday's walkthrough
Robinson (pectoral) was limited in Wednesday's walkthrough, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has missed two straight games with the pectoral issue, though Wednesday marked his first activity since suffering the injury. He'll likely need to ramp up his practice participation in the latter half of the week to avoid an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Packers.
Oct 10, 2025
Won't play Week 6
Robinson (pectoral) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Colts, Bo Brack of PHNX Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has yet to practice since sustaining a pectoral injury against the Seahawks in Week 4. Bilal Nichols will likely see additional playing time in Robinson's absence. Robinson's next chance to suit up will come against the Packers in Week 7.
Oct 8, 2025
Still not practicing
Robinson (pectoral) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson was sidelined in Week 5 versus the Titans due to a pectoral injury he suffered in Week 4 versus the Seahawks, and he's still sitting out to begin Arizona's new week of practice. He'll probably have to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have any shot to play Sunday at Indianapolis.
Oct 3, 2025
Won't play in Week 5
Robinson (pectoral) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Titans, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson sustained a pectoral injury in the Cardinals' Week 4 loss to the Seahawks and didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday, so it's no surprise he'll be sidelined Sunday. The 2024 first-round pick has tallied five total tackles, including 1.0 sacks, through Arizona's first four games this season. While he's sidelined in Week 5, Dante Stills is likely to start as one of the Cardinals' top defensive ends.
Oct 1, 2025
Misses practice Wednesday
Robinson (pectoral) did not practice Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Robinson was injured in the second half of last Thursday's loss to the Seahawks. The 2024 first-rounder has appeared in all four games to begin the season and has recorded five tackles (four solo), including 1.0 sacks, on 53 percent of the defensive snaps.
Sep 25, 2025
Questionable to return Thursday
Robinson (calf) is questionable to return to Thursday's contest against the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Robinson suffered a chest injury in the second half, placing some doubt on his ability to return. In his absence, Dante Stills and Jordan Burch stand to see an increase in workload on the defensive line.
Dec 20, 2024
Ready for Sunday
Robinson (calf) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Panthers, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Despite three consecutive limited practice sessions, Robinson doesn't carry an injury designation heading into Week 16. The 2024 first-round pick has been battling a calf injury throughout the season, limiting him to just three games in his rookie campaign. Over 78 defensive snaps, he's recorded four total tackles, including 1.0 sacks. Expect Robinson to serve as the Cardinals' top rotational edge rusher Sunday.
Dec 18, 2024
Logs limited session Wednesday
Robinson (calf) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has been nursing a calf issue for the majority of his rookie campaign, but he's played through the injury over the last three weeks, so Wednesday's limited session is likely precautionary. However, the 2024 first-round pick could be in jeopardy of missing time if he downgrades to a DNP on Thursday or Friday.
Dec 17, 2024
Picks up first career sack in win
Robinson recorded three tackles (one solo), including 1.0 sacks, in the Cardinals' win over the Patriots on Sunday.
ANALYSIS
In his third game of the season, Robinson recorded a second-quarter sack of Drake Maye. It was Robinson's first career QB takedown after he was picked in the first round of the 2024 Draft. Robinson's playing time is starting to tick upward, as he was in on a season-high 59 percent of the Cardinals' defensive snaps versus New England.
Dec 13, 2024
Past calf issue
Robinson (calf) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Patriots, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The 2024 first-round pick from Missouri was a limited participant in practice throughout the week due to a calf injury, but it now appears he's recovered in time to suit up Sunday. Robinson has appeared in just two games this season, recording one total tackle across 50 defensive snaps. He's expected to serve as one of Arizona's top rotational edge rushers in Week 15.
Dec 11, 2024
Opens Week 15 with limited practice
Robinson (calf) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson was able to make his NFL debut Week 13 against Seattle after injuring his calf during training camp. He's remained a regular on the injury report, but the Missouri product was able to play again Week 14 versus Seattle and increased his defensive snap count by six. Unless he's aggravated the calf issue, Robinson seems likely to suit up this Sunday against New England.
Dec 6, 2024
Good to go for Week 14
Robinson (calf) was limited in Friday's practice but does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against Seattle, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson continues to have his reps limited due to a calf injury he suffered in training camp, but he will play for a second straight game. The rookie first-round pick made his NFL regular-season debut against the Vikings on Sunday, though he did not record a tackle across 22 defensive snaps.
Dec 4, 2024
Limited in practice
Robinson (calf) was limited in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Robinson made his long-awaited NFL debut last Sunday against the Vikings, playing 22 of 53 defensive snaps, though he was held out of the box score. The Cardinals are going to keep slowly ramping up their 2024 first-rounder, so he's likely to continue to be listed on the injury report going forward.
Dec 1, 2024
Set to make pro debut
Robinson (calf) is active for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The 27th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft injured his calf in training camp and has been out since, but he was activated off injured reserve Oct. 28. Arizona coach Jonathan Gannon mentioned Monday that the team was discussing a "plan" for Robinson if he were to play, so his snap count may be limited in his first outing, per Urban.
Nov 29, 2024
Questionable against Minnesota
Robinson (calf) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Vikings, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has yet to make his NFL regular-season debut due to a calf injury he suffered in training camp. He was limited in practice all week, so even if he were to play Sunday, he would likely see limited snaps on defense.
Nov 27, 2024
Limited on Wednesday
Robinson (calf) was limited in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Robinson injured his calf during training camp and is still waiting to make his NFL debut after being selected in the first round of the 2024 Draft. For what it's worth, coach Jonathan Gannon said Monday, via Howard Balzer of USA Today, that he expected Robinson to play in Week 13 against the Vikings.
Nov 25, 2024
Considered day-to-day
Head coach Jonathan Gannon announced Monday that Robinson (calf) should be able to make his NFL debut Week 13 versus the Vikings, Howard Balzer of USA Today reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson was the team's first-round selection during the 2024 Draft but has yet to appear in a game as he injured his calf during training camp. The 23-year-old is now considered to be day-to-day and his availability in practice throughout the week will give more clarity for his status versus Minnesota.
Nov 24, 2024
Continues to sit out Week 12
Robinson (calf) is inactive for Sunday's NFC West showdown against Seattle, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
The first-round pick in April's draft hasn't yet played this season, as he hurt his calf during a training-camp practice and began the campaign on injured reserve. The Cardinals opened Robinson's practice window Oct. 9 and activated him Oct. 28, but he's still working his way back from the injury. The rookie's next chance to make his NFL debut will come next Sunday, Dec.1 against Minnesota.
Nov 20, 2024
Progressing through injury
Robinson (calf) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Following the Week 11 bye, the Cardinals hosted a bonus practice Monday, which Robinson participated in. It was the first time Robinson participated in practice since Oct. 9, which is when his 21-day window to return from injured reserve opened. If Robinson can practice Thursday and Friday, he would put himself in a good position to make his NFL regular-season debut against the Seahawks on Sunday.
Nov 8, 2024
Missing another week
Robinson (calf) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Jets, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The 2024 first-round pick from Missouri will have to wait another week to potentially make his NFL debut after sitting out of practice all week due to a calf issue. Dante Stills and Victor Dimukeje will each likely continue to see increased work as rotational edge rushers until Robinson is past his injury.
Nov 6, 2024
Continues to sit out of practice
Robinson (calf) did not practice Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson opened the regular season on injured reserve due to a calf injury he sustained during the final week of training camp. He was activated off IR on Oct. 28, but he hasn't been able to practice since. Unless he's able to log at least a limited practice session this week, it's unlikely Robinson will suit up against the Jets on Sunday.
Nov 1, 2024
Won't play in Week 9
Head coach Jonathan Gannon told reporters Friday that Robinson (calf) won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Bears, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson was activated off injured reserve Monday; however, he didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday due to a calf issue, so it's no surprise he won't suit up in Week 9. Expect Dante Stills and Victor Dimukeje to see increased work as rotational defensive ends until Robinson is ready to make his NFL debut.
Oct 28, 2024
Activated Monday
The Cardinals activated Robison (calf) off injured reserve Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
ANALYSIS
The 2024 first-round pick out of Missouri has yet to make his NFL debut after sustaining a calf injury that's sidelined him since late August. However, Robinson's activation Monday suggests he's nearing a return to the field, despite logging three consecutive DNPs in Cardinals' practice last week. His practice participation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bears will likely be the best indication of whether he can make his NFL debut in Week 9.
Oct 25, 2024
Won't return Sunday
Robinson (calf) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Dolphins, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson was designated to return from injured reserve Oct. 9, but he was estimated as a non-participant Wednesday and didn't practice Thursday. It appears the 2024 first-round pick is still nursing his calf issue, and Victor Dimukeje will continue to serve as Arizona's top rotational defensive end until Robinson is activated.
Oct 22, 2024
Set to ramp up activity this week
Head coach Jonathan Gannon said Tuesday that Robinson (calf) will increase his workload this week ahead of the Cardinals' Week 8 game against the Dolphins on Sunday, per PHNX Sports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson began the regular season on injured reserve due to a calf injury he sustained during the late stages of training camp. His 21-day practice window opened Oct. 9, meaning that he would have to miss the entire 2024 regular season if he's not activated off injured reserve by Oct. 30. Robinson was unable to practice leading up to Monday's game against the Chargers, and his practice participation this week will be worth monitoring ahead of Sunday's contest.
Oct 19, 2024
Remains unactivated
The Cardinals have not yet activated Robinson (calf) from injured reserve, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson's 21-day window to be activated opened on Oct. 9. He has yet to practice, which means an activation ahead of Monday's matchup with the Chargers seems unlikely at this point. The first-round pick is waiting to make his NFL debut with the club.
Oct 17, 2024
DNP Thursday
Robinson (calf) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Zach Gershman of the team's official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson remains on IR-R, as he continues to nurse a calf injury. His 21-day window to be activated opened on Oct. 9. While it seems unlikely he would be able to make his season debut Monday versus the Chargers, any sort of practice participation would be a positive sign at this point.
Oct 11, 2024
Out yet again
Robinson (calf) has been ruled out of Sunday's matchup against Green Bay by head coach Jonathon Gannon, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has not yet seen action this year as he nurses a calf injury that landed him on injured reserve. The rookie defensive end's next chance to be cleared off IR and see the field will be next week Monday against the Chargers in Week 7.
Oct 10, 2024
Unavailable for practice
Robinson (calf) was a non-participant at the Cardinals' practice Thursday, Zach Gershman of the team's official website reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson had his 21-day practice window open Wednesday, returning to log a limited session. His inability to practice Thursday is notable, but likely a result of the team easing him back into action. The defensive lineman has missed the entirety of the 2024 season to this point while on injured reserve due to a calf injury and he appears to be highly unlikely to be able to play Sunday versus the Packers.
Oct 9, 2024
Limited Wednesday
Robinson (calf) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' officials site reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson's limited practice Wednesday indicates he's nearing a return to the field after sustaining a calf injury that's sidelined him since late August. The 2024 first-round pick must still be activated to the Cardinals' active roster to have a chance at suiting up for the team's Week 6 contest in Green Bay.
Oct 9, 2024
Set to practice
The Cardinals opened Robinson's (calf) practice window Wednesday.
ANALYSIS
Arizona thus will have 21 days in which to evaluate Robinson to determine if a return to the active roster from injured reserve is possible. The rookie first-round pick has been recovering from a hamstring injury that he suffered in practice Aug. 22.
Oct 7, 2024
Return to practice imminent
Coach Jonathan Gannon said Monday that Robinson (calf) is in line to return to practice this week, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has been sidelined since hurting his calf during an Aug. 22 practice, spending the first five weeks of the season on injured reserve. The Cardinals will need to open his practice window in order for the rookie first-round pick to take part in drills, at which point they'll have 21 days to evaluate him. Assuming he gets back on the active roster, Robinson will look to bolster a pass rush that sits in a tie for 19th with 11.0 sacks.
Oct 2, 2024
Will remain sidelined
Robinson (calf) will not be designated to return from injured reserve this week, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson has missed the needed four games to receive the designation and return to practice, however, the 2024 first-round selection isn't quite ready to get on the field. It's unclear how much more time he may miss and what the chances are he'll have his 21-day practice window opened next week.
Aug 27, 2024
Designated to return from IR
Robinson (calf) was designated to return from injured reserve by the Cardinals on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
With Robinson, the Cardinals are taking advantage of a new rule that allows teams to place two players on IR on cutdown day and designate them to return. The 2024 first-round pick suffered the calf injury at practice Aug. 22. Scans of the calf following the practice revealed that he would have to miss multiple weeks.
Aug 24, 2024
Could start season on IR
Robinson is expected to miss multiple weeks due to a calf injury he sustained in practice Thursday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Robinson underwent scans on his calf following his injury Thursday, and the results revealed that the rookie first-round defensive end will be out of action for multiple weeks. He could begin the regular season on IR, which would force him to sit out for the first four games and would be eligible to return for Week 5 against the 49ers on Oct. 6. Robinson's injury opens the door for Cameron Smith, T.J. Carter and Tyreke Smith to earn more backup defensive end reps behind presumptive starters Dante Stills and Zaven Collins.
Aug 23, 2024
Injures calf Thursday
Robinson injured his calf Thursday and will undergo imaging Friday according to head coach Jonathan Gannon, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gannon also announced that Robinson's timeline would be more clear after the results of his imaging. This now makes the defensive end questionable for Arizona's final scrimmage against Denver this Sunday.
Aug 22, 2024
Set for imaging for injury
Robinson (undisclosed) will undergo imaging Friday for an injury that occurred during Thursday's practice, Howard Balzer of GoPHNX.com reports.
ANALYSIS
The specifics of the injury haven't been released, but more should be known following Friday's test. Robinson was selected by the Cardinals in the first round of the 2024 draft, and he has been competing for a starting job at defensive end against Zaven Collins and Dante Stills.