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Cardinals sign Jedrick Wills Jr. to replace Paris Johnson Jr. after season-ending injury

GLENDALE – After the news of Paris Johnson Jr.’s season-ending injury, the Arizona Cardinals are signing Jedrick Wills Jr. off the Buffalo Bills’ practice squad per ESPN’s Mike Garafolo, giving the Cards a former first-round pick with 57 career starts…

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 9:30 PM
Cardinals sign Jedrick Wills Jr. to replace Paris Johnson Jr. after season-ending injury
Key Things to Know
  • The Arizona Cardinals are signing offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. off the Buffalo Bills' practice squad.
  • The signing comes after starting tackle Paris Johnson Jr. suffered a season-ending biceps injury.
  • Wills Jr., a 2020 first-round pick with 57 career starts, has not played a regular-season game since 2024.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Arizona Cardinals are signing offensive tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. off the Buffalo Bills' practice squad, according to a report by Mike Garafolo. The move follows a season-ending biceps injury suffered by starting left tackle Paris Johnson Jr., leaving Arizona in need of experienced depth on the offensive line.

Wills Jr., a former 2020 first-round pick with 57 career NFL starts, has not appeared in a regular-season game since 2024 due to previous knee issues. His arrival provides veteran experience while rookie Jayden Williams prepares to step into Johnson Jr.'s starting spot.

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