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Cardinals Preseason: Injury Updates on QB Carson Beck and Guard Chase Bisontis
8/15/2026, 12:45:41 AM
Core Event – Raiders Game and Injury Outcomes
On Thursday night at Allegiant Stadium, the Arizona Cardinals defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 27-14 in their second preseason contest. The win came without rookie quarterback Carson Beck, who was held out because of a rib injury sustained in the Hall of Fame Game. In the third quarter, second-round guard Chase Bisontis left the field after a Raiders defender rolled onto his left knee and was carted to the locker room.
Background & Context – Preseason expectations and prior injuries
Beck’s Hall of Fame Game debut produced a 15-of-19 passing line for 188 yards, one touchdown and a 125.4 passer rating, raising hopes for more snaps. Bisontis, the 34th overall pick, entered camp as a contender for the starting right-guard spot, a role the Cardinals have struggled to fill after injuries to first-round picks Jon Gaines, Christian Jones and Hayden Conner.
Data & Statistics
| Category | Figures (first two preseason games) |
|---|---|
| Passing attempts/completions | 50-of-59 (84.7 %) |
| Passing yards | 514 |
| Passing touchdowns | 5 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Rushing yards per carry | 4.3 (includes three kneeldowns) |
| Individual QB stats | Jacoby Brissett: 5/5, 44 yd, 1 TD; Gardner Minshew II: 14/16, 101 yd, 2 TDs; Kedon Slovis: 7/9, 75 yd; Carson Beck (Hall of Fame Game): 15/19, 188 yd, 1 TD |
| Bisontis injury | Left knee, possible ACL or MCL involvement (pending MRI) |
Official Statements & Responses
Head coach Mike LaFleur said the rib discomfort “feels a little bit worse” after a few days but emphasized a precautionary approach, prioritizing long-term health over a single snap. Regarding Bisontis, LaFleur called the knee injury “not good” and said imaging will determine whether the ACL or MCL is involved. He also noted the need to adjust the interior-line depth chart.
Verbatim Quotes
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on the projected severity of Bisontis’s knee injury. One report quoted LaFleur saying the situation is “not good” and that further testing is required, while another suggested the injury could be an ACL tear, implying a potentially season-ending outcome. No definitive diagnosis has been released.
What’s Next
The Cardinals will host the Dallas Cowboys in their next preseason matchup, giving Beck another opportunity to practice and potentially return to game action. The team will also conduct additional imaging on Bisontis before finalizing its offensive-line roster ahead of the regular-season opener on September 13.
