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Player DetailDennis Gardeck
Dennis Gardeck Injury News & Updates
Nov 14, 2025
Good to go Sunday
Gardeck (chest) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Chargers.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was a limited participant in practice throughout the week, and being cleared of injury designation indicates he has moved pas his chest injury in time for Sunday's game. The starting outside linebacker has played in every game of the Jaguars 2025 campaign, totaling 28 tackles (19 solo), one pass defensed, and one forced fumble through 200 defensive snaps. The 31-year-old is also a special teams contributor, having logged 164 special teams snaps this season, and his continued presence on the field will benefit the Jaguars in multiple phases of the game.
Nov 12, 2025
Limited Wednesday
Gardeck (chest) was limited in Wednesday's practice, Demetrius Harvey of The Florida Times-Union reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was limited in practice last week but ultimately was cleared to play Week 10 against Houston and wasn't given an injury designation. The 31-year-old edge rusher has logged 34 percent of the defensive snaps this season, recording 28 tackles (19 solo) and one pass breakup. He's also a fixture on special teams.
Nov 7, 2025
Good to play against Houston
Gardeck (chest) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Texans.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was limited in practice all week due to a chest injury, but the eighth-year pro has been cleared to play in Sunday's AFC South tilt. He has accumulated 21 tackles (14 solo), one pass defense and one forced fumble through eight regular-season games.
Nov 5, 2025
Nursing chest injury
Gardeck (chest) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck likely picked up the injury during the Jaguars' Week 9 overtime win over the Raiders, when he logged five tackles (three solo) while playing 35 snaps (19 on defense, 16 on special teams). The injury wasn't severe enough for him to miss Wednesday's practice entirely, and he'll have two more opportunities to practice in full and avoid an injury designation heading into Sunday's AFC South tilt against the Texans.
Jul 31, 2025
Activated from PUP list
The Jaguars activated Gardeck (knee) from the active/PUP list Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck tore his ACL in Week 7 last season with the Cardinals but is nearing 100 percent and looks to be on track for the Jaguars' Week 1 opener. Gardeck has produced when given chances in the past, logging 17.0 sacks across seven seasons with Arizona prior to signing with the Jaguars last month.
Jul 19, 2025
Moved to PUP list
The Jaguars placed Gardeck (knee) on the active/PUP list Saturday.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck tore his ACL in Week 7 of last season and is still rehabbing the injury. The veteran linebacker signed with the Jaguars in early June, but it's not clear when he'll be ready to suit up. That said, he can be activated at any point during the preseason, at which point he'll be eligible to begin practicing.
Jun 4, 2025
Inks deal with Jags
Jacksonville signed Gardeck (knee) on Wednesday, Brock Vierra of si.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck missed Arizona's last 10 games of the 2024 season after tearing his ACL in Week 7 versus the Chargers. Now, he's getting a fresh start with a new team. With that said, he might not be a lock to make the Jaguars' final 53-man roster for 2025, especially given that they just added Jack Kiser in the fourth round of the draft.
Oct 25, 2024
Shifts to IR
The Cardinals placed Gardeck (knee) on injured reserve Friday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck tore his ACL in the Cardinals' Week 7 win over the Chargers, so his shift to IR comes as no surprise. Arizona will now be without two of its top edge rushers in Gardeck and BJ Ojulari (knee) for the remainder of the season. Expect Julian Okwara and Xavier Thomas to both see increased work on the Cardinals' defense going forward.
Oct 22, 2024
Dealing with torn ACL
Gardeck sustained a ruptured ACL during Monday's game versus the Chargers, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was forced out of Monday's contest in the second half by the knee injury, which now projects to keep him sidelined for the rest of the year. With him out, Julian Okwara could move into a starting role at linebacker next to Kyzir White and Mack Wilson.
Oct 21, 2024
Questionable to return
Gardeck (knee) is questionable to return to Monday night's contest against the Chargers, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck suffered a knee injury in the second half of Monday's matchup and his status for the rest of the game is up in the air. In his absence, Julian Okwara is a candidate to see extra work at strongside linebacker.
Sep 26, 2024
Past finger injury
Gardeck (finger) practiced in full Thursday.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was limited in Wednesday's session due to a finger injury, but he appears to be good to go for Sunday's game against Washington. Gardeck has 10 tackles (eight solo), including 3.0 sacks, one interception and one forced fumble over his last two games.
Sep 25, 2024
Limited to open week
Gardeck (finger) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck will have two more chances to practice in a larger capacity ahead of Sunday's game against the Commanders. He's accrued 10 tackles (eight solo), including 3.0 sacks, one pass defended, one interception and one forced fumble over his last two games.
Sep 17, 2024
Big day at linebacker
Gardeck recorded six tackles, including 3.0 sacks, four tackles for loss and a forced fumble in Sunday's 41-10 win over the Rams.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck loaded up the stat sheet as part of a dominant defensive showing by the Cardinals in Week 2. The 29-year-old earned a significant role last season for the first time in his six-year career, after primarily being a special-teams contributor. In his new role as a starter, the Sioux Falls product may be having a late-career breakout now that he's getting the opportunity to see the field more. He'll work to keep up the production in Week 3 against the Lions.
Jan 7, 2024
Will play Week 18
Gardeck (knee) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was able to log back-to-back limited practice sessions to end the week and will suit up for the Cardinals' regular-season finale. The six-year linebacker out of Sioux Falls has set career highs this season in tackles (44) and sacks (6.0) over the first 16 games.
Jan 5, 2024
May miss regular-season finale
Gardeck (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against Seattle, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck didn't practice Wednesday, but he's followed that with a pair of limited sessions Thursday and Friday, giving him a chance to suit up Sunday versus the Seahawks. The veteran linebacker hasn't missed a game so far this season, and he's tallied a career-high 6.0 sacks among his 44 tackles (34 solo). If Gardeck isn't able to suit up Sunday, Victor Dimukeje (foot) and/or Ezekiel Turner could see more work in his stead.
Jan 4, 2024
Back at practice
Gardeck (knee) was a limited participant at the Cardinals' practice Thursday, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck missed the team's first session of the week Wednesday, so Thursday's participation is a step in the right direction. The linebacker will have one more chance to progress to a full workload Friday before Arizona's final injury report comes out ahead of Sunday's regular season finale with the Seahawks.
Jan 3, 2024
Dealing with knee injury
Gardeck (knee) did not participate at the Cardinals' practice Wednesday, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck appears to have left the team's 35-31 win over the Eagles in Week 17 a little worse for wear, popping up on the injury report with a knee issue. The linebacker will have two more sessions to return to the practice field this week and if he can't go Sunday versus the Seahawks, Victor Dimukeje (foot) or Ezekiel Turner could be asked to step into a starting role in his place.
Nov 14, 2023
Logs another sack in win
Gardeck recorded five total tackles (three solo), including one sack and one tackle for loss, while also recording a pass deflection in Sunday's 25-23 win over the Falcons.
ANALYSIS
The 29-year-old linebacker is having one of the best seasons of his career, as his five sacks are just two short of his career best in a season. Gardeck ranks second on the Cardinals in tackles for loss and first in sacks through the first ten games of the year. Expect Gardeck to continue leading Arizona's defense and causing problems for opposing quarterbacks as the season goes on.
Nov 13, 2022
Returning to action Sunday
Gardeck (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck is in line to play in Sunday's contest versus the Rams, after he had missed each of Arizona's previous three games due to an ankle injury. The 28-year-old is expected to be in the mix for rotational linebacker snaps, and he'll also likely serve as one of the team's top special-teams contributors in Week 10.
Nov 6, 2022
Remains out Week 9
Gardeck (ankle) was ruled inactive ahead of Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck will miss his third game in a row after suffering an ankle injury during Arizona's previous game versus Seattle on Oct. 16. The 28-year-old logged 18 tackles, one sack and one interception in a starting role over the first six weeks of the season. With Gardeck out, Victor Dimukeje should once again step in opposite outside linebacker Markus Golden.
Oct 28, 2022
Still out
Gardeck (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the Vikings, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck picked up an ankle injury during Week 6 and will remain sidelined for a second straight contest due to the issue. In his absence, Victor Dimukeje figures to see an increased role again.
Oct 19, 2022
Won't play Thursday
Gardeck (ankle) was ruled out for Thursday's game against the Saints, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was forced out with an unspecified ankle issue during Sunday's loss to the Seahawks, leaving him sidelined in each practice this week. With the fifth-year outside linebacker inactive, expect Victor Dimukeje to step in opposite Markus Golden.
Oct 16, 2022
Forced out with injury
Gardeck (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Seahawks, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck recorded one tackle before sustaining an ankle injury at some point during this contest, though the exact nature of this issue is still unclear. The 28-year-old almost perfectly split his 205 total snaps between defense and special teams over the first five games of the season, recording 17 tackles, one sack, one pass defended and one forced fumble. With Gardeck sidelined, expect Victor Dimukeje to step in opposite outside linebacker Markus Golden.
Mar 14, 2022
Reaches three-year deal with Cards
Gardeck signed a three-year, $12 million contract with Arizona on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck has primarily played special teams during his four years with the Cardinals, though he did play a career-high 159 defensive snaps in 2021. He also had seven sacks despite playing only 93 defensive snaps during the 2020 campaign, which are his only sacks through 58 career games.
Oct 2, 2021
Activated by Arizona
Gardeck (knee) was activated from injured reserve Saturday, Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck spent most of training camp on the PUP list as he recovered from a torn ACL that he sustained late last year, and he also suffered a hand injury in practice just before Week 1. The 27-year-old played just 93 defensive snaps in 2020 but recorded seven sacks, including six sacks across his final three appearances of the year.
Sep 29, 2021
Designated to return from IR
The Cardinals designated Gardeck (knee) to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was placed on IR before Week 1 as he continued to rehab from a torn ACL that he sustained late last season. With the move, the Cardinals will have three weeks to activate him to their 53-man roster. The 27-year-old linebacker appeared in 14 games for Arizona last year and registered seven sacks in a limited defensive role.
Sep 11, 2021
Lands on injured reserve
Gardeck (knee/hand) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck has been recovering from a torn ACL that he sustained late last season, but he also sustained a hand injury in practice recently. While the linebacker had already been ruled out for Sunday's season opener, he'll be ineligible for the first three weeks of the year following his placement on IR.
Sep 10, 2021
Out Sunday
Gardeck (knee) won't play in the Cardinals' season opener Sunday against the Titans, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck came off the Cardinals' PUP list right after Arizona's preseason finale as he is still recovering from the ACL tear he sustained late last season. While the linebacker is nearing his return, he won't be able to play in the season opener. Expect Chandler Jones to see extended playing time with Gardeck out.
Aug 23, 2021
Back from PUP list
Gardeck (knee) was activated off the PUP list Monday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck opened training camp on the PUP list as he completed his recovery from the ACL tear suffered late last season, but he's now ready to take the field. The 27-year-old broke out with 16 total tackles and seven sacks while playing only 93 defensive snaps in 14 games during 2020.
Jul 22, 2021
Stuck on PUP list
The Cardinals are placing Gardeck (knee) on the PUP list, Bob McManaman of The Arizona Republic reports.
ANALYSIS
Coming back from an ACL tear suffered in Week 15 last year, Gardeck could stay on the PUP list into the regular season, which would rule him out for the first six games. It's also possible he's ready to practice at some point in August, in which case he could end up playing Week 1. After breaking out for seven sacks in 14 games last year, Gardeck signed a second-round restricted free agent tender in the offseason, locking him in fora $3.38 million salary. He'll likely come off the bench as an edge rusher again, behind projected starters Chandler Jones and Markus Golden.
Apr 15, 2021
Signs tender with Cardinals
Gardeck (knee) signed his second-round tender Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck, who continues to recover from surgery to address an ACL tear suffered Week 15, will stick with Arizona for the 2021 campaign. He's been a key special-teams contributor for the Cardinals over the past three years.
Mar 15, 2021
Gets second-round tender
Gardeck (knee) was given a second-round tender by the Cardinals on Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
ANALYSIS
This move will grant Arizona the right to match any offer sheets the restricted free agent receives, ensuring the team will hold onto Gardeck if it wants to. Gardeck's coming off knee surgery to repair a torn ACL suffered in Week 15, but he was in the midst of a breakout campaign prior to the injury, racking up seven sacks in just 93 defensive snaps. The second-round tender also guarantees Gardeck a salary of no less than $3.38 million, so the former undrafted rookie's getting a substantial raise to reward last season's efforts.
Jan 12, 2021
Undergoes ACL surgery
Gardeck underwent surgery to repair his torn ACL on Tuesday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck tore his ACL on the final play of the Week 15 win over the Eagles, and he'll undergo surgery with hopes of returning at 100 percent in 2021. The 26-year-old linebacker was a revelation for the Cardinals this season. Gardeck didn't play a defensive snap over his first 34 NFL games, but he finally received an opportunity in Week 5 and posted two sacks over 10 snaps. He continued to momentum and finished with seven sacks over the final 10 games despite totaling just 93 defensive snaps. He'll be a restricted free agent in March.
Dec 24, 2020
To be placed on IR
Gardeck (knee) will be placed on injured reserve, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
There was optimism that Gardeck could return this week after being carted off the field last Sunday during a win over the Eagles, but it turns out that he has suffered a season-ending knee injury. It's a tough blow for the third-year pro, who has enjoyed a breakthrough campaign with seven sacks -- including five over his last three games. Markus Golden could receive more snaps with Gardeck sidelined.
Dec 22, 2020
Likely a game-time decision
Gardeck (knee) will likely be a game-time decision on Saturday according to head coach Kliff Kingsbury, Katherine Fitzgerald of The Arizona Republic Guild reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was carted off the field Sunday against the Eagles but is working through the injury according to Kingsbury. The 26-year-old linebacker has had five sacks over the past three games in only 35 defensive reps. Should he be ruled out, look for Markus Golden to potentially see an uptick in snaps Saturday.
Dec 20, 2020
Carted off Sunday
Gardeck was carted to the locker room with an undisclosed injury during Sunday's 33-26 win against the Eagles.
ANALYSIS
With a Week 15 sack of Jalen Hurts, Gardeck established a Cardinals franchise record by becoming the first undrafted player to reach six sacks in a season, surpassing Olsen Pierre's 2017 mark of 5.5. He's been incredibly productive on a limited workload, especially of late, with three sacks on 11 defensive snaps over his preceding two appearances entering Sunday. For as long as the Sioux Falls standout remains unavailable, depth at outside linebacker will be depleted behind Haason Reddick and Devon Kennard.
Oct 25, 2020
Good to go Sunday
Gardeck (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Seahawks.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck will play through his lingering foot injury for a second straight contest. He'll handle his usual reserve role in Arizona's linebacker corps versus Seattle.
Oct 23, 2020
Questionable for SNF
Gardeck (foot) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck played through this foot injury in this past Monday's win over the Cowboys but logged just 16 defensive snaps while Haason Reddick took the lead role at outside linebacker. Gardeck was limited all week in practice and has a good chance to play this Sunday, but he'll likely operate in a reserve role again if he's able to suit up.
Oct 19, 2020
Ready to rock
Gardeck (foot) is active for Monday's game versus the Cowboys.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck is slated to enjoy a major increase in usage Monday because Chandler Jones (biceps) is on IR and Kylie Fitts (hamstring) is inactive. The 26-year-old didn't play a defensive snap this season until Jones got hurt in Week 5, and he ended up logging 10 snaps and two sacks in the process. It was quite a disruptive performance, so even if Haason Reddick starts, Gardeck should see plenty of work.
Oct 17, 2020
Listed as questionable
Gardeck (foot) is questionable for Monday's game versus the Cowboys, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
After starting the practice week on the sidelines, Gardeck logged two straight limited sessions to give him a chance to play Monday. The 26-year-old has played nearly all of his snaps on special teams this season, although he recorded two sacks over 10 defensive snaps last week against the Jets. With Chandler Jones (biceps) done for the year and Kylie Fitts (hamstring) ruled out for Monday, Gardeck could start at outside linebacker and look to add to his sack total.
Oct 14, 2020
Notches two sacks versus Jets
Gardeck had two solo tackles and two sacks during Sunday's 30-10 win over the Jets.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck spent the first four weeks of the season playing his usual role as a special-teams captain for the Cardinals, but he filled in admirably for Chandler Jones (biceps) and provided Arizona's defense with much-needed pressure versus the Jets. With Jones expected to miss the remainder of the season due to his biceps injury, the Cardinals may call upon Gardeck to handle a notable role on defense.
Oct 4, 2020
Active against Panthers
Gardeck (ankle) is active for Sunday's game versus the Panthers.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck will resume his typical duties on special teams, as he hasn't played a defensive snap since entering the league in 2018.
Oct 27, 2019
Active Sunday vs. New Orleans
Gardeck (ankle) is active for Sunday's Week 8 matchup with the Saints, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was limited in practice this week and questionable entering Sunday. He's been a significant special teams contributor this season but has yet to see a single defensive snap. He'll figure to see a similar role in Week 8, barring injury to others at his position.
Oct 26, 2019
Considered questionable
The Cardinals have listed Gardeck (ankle) as questionable for Sunday's tilt against the Saints, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was limited at practice all week and is looking like a true game-time decision. Joe Walker and potentially Zeke Turner (hamstring) could be in line for slightly bigger roles if he is ultimately ruled out.
Oct 20, 2019
Suiting up Sunday
Gardeck (ankle) is active for Sunday's game against the Giants, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck missed the last two games due to an ankle injury, but he now appears back to full health. He'll provide depth in Arizona's linebacker corps.
Oct 12, 2019
Out second straight game
Gardeck (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Falcons, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck has not been able to practice for two consecutive weeks after suffering an ankle injury in Week 4. Ezekiel Turner is slated to take over Gardeck's role as a depth option at linebacker for the Cardinals.
Oct 5, 2019
Out Week 5
The Cardinals have ruled Gardeck (ankle) out for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck was unable to practice all week after injuring his ankle in last week's loss to the Seahawks. Primarily a depth linebacker, his absence should not have much of an impact on the Cardinals' defense.
Sep 29, 2019
Suffers ankle injury
Gardeck (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, Scott Bordow of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Gardeck's absence won't shake up the defensive dynamic, but it's still a major loss as he has played at least 87 percent of special-teams snaps in each of the first three games. Expect his practice status to be monitored throughout the upcoming week if he doesn't return.
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