Michael Wilson Out for Season With Neck Fracture

Wilson was hurt on the fourth play of Arizona’s loss to the Seahawks but continued playing, LaFleur said. Wilson initially described the injury as a kink in his neck. After the game, once the adrenaline had faded, he underwent tests that revealed the fracture, the coach said on November 9.

Wilson finished the game with six catches for 60 yards, leading the Cardinals in receiving. His absence is another setback for a team that has dealt with numerous injuries, particularly among its wide receivers. Arizona is 3-6.

Among the Cardinals’ available receivers are Reggie Virgil, Devin Duvernay, Simi Fehoko and Zay Jones. LaFleur said the injury creates opportunities for players to show what they can do, and said the team would prepare whoever is available for its next game.

Wilson signed a three-year, $75 million contract extension this season. Arizona’s next challenge comes as the NFL trade deadline approaches on November 10. The team has a losing record and has already traded away two former starters; the account of the situation said it was unlikely to give up draft picks to add players during what is viewed as a lost season.