Coming back for 2019

Fitzgerald plans to re-sign with the Cardinals on a one-year contract, Darren Urban of the team's official website reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald will return for at least one more season to work with second-year quarterback Josh Rosen and new head coach Kliff Kingsbury. The veteran is coming off a career-low 734 yards in his age-35 campaign, though he still led Arizona in every major receiving category. Armed with cap space as well as the first pick in each round of the upcoming draft, the Cardinals surely will prioritize upgrades on their dreadful offensive line to give Rosen, Fitzgerald, David Johnson and Christian Kirk…read more

Remains undecided about 2019

Fitzgerald has yet to make a decision on his playing status for the 2019 season, ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: In the previous two offseasons, Fitzgerald announced his intentions to return in February, so he seems to be following a similar schedule this time around. Although he gutted out a 16-game slate for a fourth consecutive campaign and 12th time in 15 seasons, the 35-year-old's production suffered due to hamstring and back injuries in the first half of 2018 and generally underwhelming quarterback play from the trio of Josh Rosen, Sam Bradford and Mike Glennon. Overall, Fitzgerald mustered his…read more

Snaps four-game scoreless streak

Fitzgerald caught four of nine targets, logging 36 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 27-24 loss to Seattle.

Analysis: Fitzgerald's workload was generally consistent throughout his 15th pro campaign, as he led the Cardinals receiving corps in targets in 12 of 16 games this season. Despite a sluggish start in which he failed to exceed 80 receiving yards or record a touchdown through Week 6, Fitzgerald finished the season with a respectable 10 double-digit PPR outings. He finished as WR4 in 2017 with just two more double-digit performances than he did this season, but last year he was boosted tremendously by six…read more

Makes splash in loss

Fitzgerald brought in six of nine targets for 53 yards and also threw a 32-yard touchdown on his only pass attempt in the Cardinals' 31-9 loss to the Rams on Sunday.

Analysis: If, as rumored, this was indeed Fitzgerald's home swan song, he went out with a bang. The ageless veteran and future Hall of Famer threw his first career touchdown pass when he found David Johnson from 32 yards out on a second-quarter trick play. He also co-led the team in receptions and checked in behind only rookie Trent Sherfield in receiving yards. The 15-year veteran heads into Week 17 having eclipsed 50 receiving yards in three straight games, and he'll look to put together a strong…read more

Nabs seven passes in loss

Fitzgerald caught seven of eight targets for 82 yards during Sunday's 40-14 loss to the Falcons.

Analysis: The 82 yards accounted for Fitzgerald's second-highest total this season, an illustration of how poor this offense has been during stretches. The veteran kept fighting Sunday, juking Atlanta defenders on a 16-yard catch in the game's closing moments as the Cardinals tried to put one more score on the board. Fitz seemingly doesn't have the players and coaches around him to keep Arizona's offense humming, and time has already run out on this season. Next Sunday brings a Rams defense that held…read more

Makes history against Lions

Fitzgerald caught five of nine targets for 55 yards during Sunday's 17-3 loss to Detroit.

Analysis: Fitzgerald made history Sunday, passing Hall of Fame wideout Jerry Rice for the most receptions (1,286) for any one team in NFL history. The veteran nonetheless had trouble taking advantage of a plus matchup against a weak Lions secondary. Most of his struggles are connected to the uninspiring play of rookie quarterback Josh Rosen, though. Since we shouldn't expect Rosen to pick up his play anytime soon, don't look to Fitzgerald for reliable production, either. After all, he's only topped 50…read more

Keys win with 32-yard grab

Fitzgerald caught three of six targets for 48 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Packers.

Analysis: Fitzgerald was kept out of the end zone after scoring five touchdowns over the previous five weeks, but he did set up Zane Gonzalez's go-ahead field goal with 1:41 remaining by converting a third-and-23 with a 32-yard catch earlier in the drive. The entire Arizona passing game is tough to trust with flailing rookie Josh Rosen at the helm: Rosen completed 11 of 26 passes for 149 yards in this one. Owners who turn to Fitzgerald in Week 14 against the Lions will be doing so because of his red-zone…read more

Finds end zone

Fitzgerald caught both of his targets for 30 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 45-10 loss to the Chargers.

Analysis: Fitzgerald helped his team get off to a quick start, scoring on a 25-yard touchdown reception just minutes into the game. Unfortunately, he did little after that point and watched as the Chargers rattled off 45 unanswered points to win the game. Fitzgerald has been held to 50 yards or fewer in four of his previous five games, but he's kept his fantasy value afloat with five touchdowns during that span. He'll look to continue his recent scoring binge next Sunday against the Packers.

Two touchdowns in loss to Raiders

Fitzgerald hauled in two of four targets for 23 yards, with both receptions going for touchdowns during Sunday's 23-21 loss to Oakland.

Analysis: Fitzgerald had two scores all season heading into Week 11, but he accounted for first and fourth quarter scores against Oakland's bottom-12 pass defense. Fitzgerald's four targets against the Raiders were his fewest since Oct. 7, and he's averaged 9.5 targets per game in four outings since then. Upcoming Sunday is a matchup against a Chargers defense that's held opposing wideouts to 1,477 receiving yards in 2018, sixth-fewest in the NFL.

Posts 50-plus receiving yards in two straight

Fitzgerald hauled in six of 10 targets for 50 yards during Sunday's 26-14 loss to the Chiefs.

Analysis: After being held out of the end zone through the first six weeks of the season, Fitzgerald has two scores over his past three outings while averaging 64 yards per game. (He averaged fewer than 36 per game through Week 6.) New offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich has had an immediate impact on Fitzgerald's involvement in the passing attack, as he has garnered 22 targets over Arizona's past two outings, compared to 6.1 targets per game when Mike McCoy was calling the shots. Week 11 brings a…read more

Tops 100 yards receiving versus 49ers

Fitzgerald caught eight of 12 targets for 102 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 18-15 win over the 49ers.

Analysis: Fitzgerald led the team in targets and catches as he finished with his best receiving output of the season. He caught a 13-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter and hauled in a two-point conversion attempt to put his team up three with just 34 seconds remaining. Interim offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich has stated his desire to revive Fitzgerald's season, while his 12 catches for 142 yards and a pair of scores over the last two weeks indicate he's up to the challenge. The veteran will…read more

Full practice Thursday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) practiced fully Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: With his health cleared up earlier than it has been since injuring his hamstring Week 2, Fitzgerald will set his sights on turning around what has been slow start to the campaign. There's an expectation that the switch in offensive coordinator from Mike McCoy to Byron Leftwich will help Fitzgerald take off. "We have to do a better job getting him the ball and putting him in position to make plays for us," Leftwich told Urban on Thursday. "The plays are still there in him." The offense is now in…read more

Back at practice Thursday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) returned to practice Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: It's unclear how many practice reps Fitzgerald was able to handle, but he's on a similar path to previous weeks, when he was cleared either by the end of the week or just before kickoff. After posting three consecutive 100-catch, 1,000-yard seasons, the 35-year-old wide receiver was due for some regression in 2018. However, the combination of a lingering hamstring issue and the Cardinals' quarterback situation has contributed to a dismal campaign to date.

Held out of practice Wednesday

Fitzgerald didn't practice Wednesday due to a hamstring issue, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: While the Cardinals gave Fitzgerald an injury designation, his absence likely was more of a veteran day off than anything. Look for him to return in some capacity the next two days as he prepares for a significant workload yet again Sunday against the 49ers. On the season, Fitzgerald has paced the Arizona receiving corps by playing 86.9 percent of the team's offensive snaps.

Finds end zone in loss

Fitzgerald brought in four of eight targets for 40 yards and a touchdown in the Cardinals' 45-10 loss to the Broncos on Thursday.

Analysis: Fitzgerald logged the only touchdown of the game for the Cardinals when he hauled in a four-yard scoring dart from Josh Rosen just before the halfway point of the third period. It was notably the veteran receiver's first trip to the end zone this season, while his 40 receiving yards actually represented his best total since a 76-yard effort against the Redskins in Week 1 with Sam Bradford under center. Fitzgerald does continue to see plenty of targets, with Thursday serving as his second…read more

Cleared for Thursday night

Fitzgerald (back) doesn't carry an injury designation into Thursday's game against Denver, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: Listed as a limited participant the previous two days, Fitzgerald was upgraded to full participation for Wednesday's walk-through practice. Fitzgerald should be fine to handle his usual complement of snaps, but he has yet to get anything going this season and will now draw a tough matchup in the slot against Broncos cornerback Chris Harris.

Limited practice Tuesday

Fitzgerald (back) was limited at Tuesday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: While he ditched the hamstring injury that has dogged him since Week 2, Fitzgerald's practice reps continue to be capped by a back concern. Still, there isn't much worry about a potential absence Thursday against the Broncos, considering he hasn't missed a game since 2014. More concerning than his health is an inability to produce this season. Since opening the campaign with 76 receiving yards Week 1, Fitzgerald hasn't notched more than 39 yards in a given outing and has yet to reach the end…read more

Listed as limited Monday

Fitzgerald (back) was listed as a limited participant on the Cardinals' estimated injury report Monday, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald experienced the usual restrictions on his reps at Monday's walk-through. On a short week, it wouldn't surprise if this remains the reality for Fitzgerald, who along with the rest of the Cardinals' skill-position players is preparing for Thursday's matchup with the Broncos' 11th-ranked pass defense (242.5 yards per game).

Makes five catches in loss to Vikings

Fitzgerald caught five of eight targets for 39 yards during Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Vikings.

Analysis: Fitzgerald led the team in targets on the day, but he received plenty of attention from Minnesota's talented defensive backs as he was held below 40 receiving yards for the sixth straight game. Meanwhile, rookie Christian Kirk continued his emergence alongside Josh Rosen and led the team in receiving for the third time in four games. Fitzgerald will certainly continue to see plenty of balls thrown his way, but he's yet to establish a rapport with Rosen and is a tough sell to fantasy owners…read more

Ready for Sunday

Fitzgerald (hamstring/back) doesn't have a designation for Sunday's contest in Minnesota, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: After handling every practice rep Friday, Fitzgerald appears to be the healthiest he's been since Week 2, when he initially suffered a strained hamstring. On Sunday, he'll aim to exploit a Vikings defense that ranks 25th against the pass this season (278.6 yards per game).

Returns to limited practice Thursday

Fitzgerald (hamstring/back) practiced on a limited basis Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: As he's done since straining his hamstring Week 2, Fitzgerald followed no practice Wednesday with individual drills Thursday. The next stage of his regimen has been another limited listing to wrap up the week. Whether he upholds this standard or progresses to a full session, there's little question Fitzgerald will be available Sunday at Minnesota, who owns the 25th-ranked pass defense this season (278.6 yards per game).

Returns to drills Thursday

Fitzgerald (hamstring/back) returned to practice Thursday, Scott Bordow of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald is merely following the practice schedule imposed upon him since injuring his hamstring Week 2. Expect him to log a limited practice, per usual, unless his health has improved enough for an uncapped session.

Still tending to hamstring, back injuries

Fitzgerald was held out of practice Wednesday with hamstring and back injuries, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: Tagged with similar injuries a week ago, Fitzgerald closed out Week 5 preparations with back-to-back limited practices, but his results in the box score Sunday at San Francisco (two catches for 35 yards on three targets) were tame for the fourth straight game. While he'll aim to follow a similar practice regimen this week, Fitzgerald may find the sledding tough Week 6 at Minnesota. The Vikings defense has held wide receivers to a combined 16 receptions for 191 yards and one touchdown in two…read more

Not practicing Wednesday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) didn't participate in the portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: With a hamstring injury in tow since Week 2, Fitzgerald has settled into a restricted practice regimen. Per Urban, coach Steve Wilks labeled the wideout as "day-to-day" for the week, which clouds Fitzgerald's availability for Sunday's game against the Vikings. Fitzgerald hasn't displayed any sign of improved health, but he could upend the prevailing opinion with a full practice Thursday or Friday.

Still 'day-to-day' with hamstring injury

Coach Steve Wilks said Fitzgerald (hamstring) is considered "day-to-day" this week, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: As Fitzgerald has been for much of the season due to a hamstring injury suffered Week 2. Even so, he leads all Cardinals wideouts in offensive snap share at 84.9 percent. Clearly, the workload is evident, but he hasn't surpassed 35 yards receiving or scored in a given game with his health compromised.

Held in check

Fitzgerald (hamstring) caught two of three targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 28-18 win at San Francisco.

Analysis: Fitzgerald's production has been modest, to say the least, over the last four games, with just 10 receptions for 100 yards during that span. Part of the blame could be placed on his lingering hamstring injury, but the state of the Cardinals' offense is not helping either. The veteran wideout will try to get on track in Week 6 at Minnesota.

Active Sunday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) is active for Sunday's game in San Francisco.

Analysis: Fitzgerald has made a mockery of the 49ers defense the last three seasons, posting two 100-yard performances and reaching the end zone five times in six contests. With a hamstring injury in tow, the 35-year-old will be hard-pressed to uphold that standard considering his meager output (8-65-0 on 12 targets) the past three outings.

Will play Sunday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) will play Sunday against the 49ers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. Arizona and San Francisco kick off at 4:25 p.m. EDT.

Analysis: Fitzgerald has been bothered by the hamstring injury for the last three weeks, but managed to suit up every week, so it's not surprising he'll play. However, he has just eight catches for 65 yards over those three games, so it might be wiser for Fitzgerald to take a week off.

Officially deemed questionable

Fitzgerald (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in San Francisco, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: A limited practice participant throughout the week, Fitzgerald should be fine to continue playing through his hamstring injury, even if it saps some of his effectiveness. He has caught just eight passes for 65 yards in three games since Week 1.

Limited practice Thursday

Fitzgerald (hamstring/back) was a limited practice participant Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: Per usual, Fitzgerald has responded with a limited practice following a DNP as he recovers from the hamstring injury that he initially injured Week 2. There's been no indication he's in danger of missing his first game since the 2014 season, but owners should check out Friday's injury report to get a sense of his potential to play Sunday at San Francisco.

Returns to practice Thursday

Fitzgerald (hamstring/back) practiced during the part of Thursday's practice open to the media, Scott Bordow of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: The Cardinals have capped Fitzgerald's practice reps since he sustained a hamstring injury Week 2, holding him out in the first session of the week before allowing him to participate in a limited capacity the next two days. However, the maintenance hasn't exactly translated to the box score -- he boasts five catches for 37 yards on nine targets the last two games -- as the wideout continues to deal with less-than-ideal quarterback play.

No practice Wednesday

Fitzgerald (hamstring/back) was a non-participant at Wednesday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: In the middle of his third week contending with a hamstring injury, Fitzgerald is now dealing with a back concern as well. The Cardinals will continue to take a cautious approach with the veteran wideout, likely capping him at limited practices Thursday and Friday yet again. There shouldn't be too much worry about his availability for Week 5 though, as he's missed only six games in 14-plus seasons and just two since the start of the 2008 campaign.

Doesn't appear to practice Wednesday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) wasn't sporting a helmet during the portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: For the third week in a row, Fitzgerald appears as if he'll open the week with a non-participation listing at practice. In the previous two weeks, he proceeded to practice on a limited basis Thursday and Friday, so elevation to a full session the next two days would signal that his hamstring injury isn't cause for concern. Since a seven-catch, 76-yard performance in the regular-season opener, Fitzgerald has mustered just eight receptions for 65 yards and no touchdowns on 14 targets over the…read more

Considered day-to-day with hammy

Coach Steve Wilks said Monday that he considers Fitzgerald (hamstring) to be day-to-day, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald caught just five passes for 37 yards while playing through his hamstring injury the past two weeks, but he still managed to log snap shares of 96 and 97 percent. He'll likely show up on the injury report once again as the Cardinals prepare for a Week 5 game in San Francisco.

Contained by Seattle

Fitzgerald secured three of seven targets for 28 yards during Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Seahawks.

Analysis: Fitzgerald, playing through a pre-existing hamstring injury, did not look like his usual self and from time to time seemed to be moving gingerly about the field. While it's not clear how long the veteran might be plagued by the condition, Fitzgerald's fantasy owners nonetheless ought to be feeling good about the receiver's future prospects as rookie quarterback Josh Rosen -- making his first career start Sunday -- seemed to be a significant upgrade over the benched Sam Bradford. While the…read more

Playing Sunday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) is listed as active Sunday versus the Seahawks, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Per Adam Schefter of ESPN, Fitzgerald's hamstring is "nowhere near 100 percent," but he'll tough it out for the second game in a row. There's a chance Fitzgerald will be used as a decoy to draw attention away from the Cardinals' other pass catchers, namely David Johnson, Christian Kirk and Ricky Seals-Jones.

On track to play Sunday

Fitzgerald (hamstring), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Seahawks, will be able to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports. A source told Schefter, however, that Fitzgerald is "nowhere near 100 percent" and "probably shouldn't have played last week."

Analysis: Fitzgerald sat out the Cardinals' first practice of the week before returning for a pair of limited sessions Thursday and Friday. His lack of a full practice seemingly supports the notion that the hamstring issue is more bothersome than the Cardinals are letting on, as did his lackluster production in the Week 3 loss to the Bears. Despite his status as the Cardinals' lead receiver, Fitzgerald was targeted just twice across his 48 offensive snaps, finishing with two catches for nine yards. With…read more

Questionable for Week 4

Fitzgerald (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Seahawks, Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald logged the exact same practice regimen (DNP/LP/LP) for a second consecutive week, so he should be good to go Sunday. He's coming off one of the least productive performances of his illustrious career -- two catches for nine yards on two targets -- but he'll have the potential benefit of an upgrade at signal-caller. Rookie Josh Rosen has replaced the ineffective Sam Bradford as the starter, which could be a boon for Fitzgerald.

Limited in practice Thursday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald is on pace to follow up a DNP on Wednesday with back-to-back limited practices for the second consecutive week, which resulted in a questionable tag for Week 3 against the Bears. He proceeded to record fewer than three catches (two, to be precise) for the first time since Week 17 of the 2014 season. Part of his lacking production this year has been pathetic quarterback play, so there doesn't seem to be anywhere to go but up as the Cardinals transition from Sam Bradford to rookie Josh…read more

Wears helmet at practice Thursday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) was present at the open part of Thursday's practice, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald similarly was active during that portion of practice Wednesday but without a helmet in tow, resulting in a DNP. On Thursday, he was donning a helmet, which is as good of a sign as any that he'll be a participant in certain drills. His activity level will be confirmed upon the release of the Cardinals' second injury report of the week.

Held out of practice Wednesday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's injury report, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: During the part of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Fitzgerald took part in individual drills without a helmet, per Urban. That activity seemingly wasn't enough for Fitzgerald to be tagged as limited, but if his practice regimen last week is used as a roadmap, the wideout should get there Thursday and maintain it through Friday. As for his performance to date, Fitzgerald has suffered through miserable quarterback play from Sam Bradford, who was usurped by rookie Josh Rosen late in the…read more

Manages individual drills Wednesday

Fitzgerald took part in individual drills without a helmet during the portion of Wednesday's practice open to the media, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: In seasons past, Fitzgerald received a regular veteran's day off from the first practice of each week. On this occasion, though, he may be hindered by the hamstring injury that plagued him a week ago. Wednesday's injury report will reveal whether the hamstring issue was responsible for his absence.

Hardly involved Sunday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) caught both of his targets for just nine yards in Sunday's 16-14 loss to the Bears.

Analysis: Fitzgerald was limited at practice this week due to his hamstring injury, but was able to gut it out Sunday. It looked like it might be a productive game for Arizona's passing attack, as Sam Bradford tossed two touchdown in the first quarter. The veteran quarterback did little after that, however, turning the ball over three times, and was ultimately benched in favor of rookie Josh Rosen. There hasn't been an official announcement made yet, but it wouldn't be surprising to see the Cardinals…read more

Playing Sunday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) is listed as active Sunday against the Bears, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: The Cardinals contained Fitzgerald to two limited practices as he tended to a minor hamstring injury this week. The management of his health has yielded the desired result, but he'll reenter what has been the least dynamic offense in the NFL through two games. If Sam Bradford can start to put it together, though, Fitzgerald could be an effective option against a Bears defense that has allowed 10.5 YPT and four touchdowns to wide receivers in 2018.

Likely to play Sunday

Fitzgerald (hamstring), who is listed as questionable on the official injury report, will play in Sunday's contest versus the Bears, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald had a pair of limited practices this week, but this report adds to previous expectations that he'll be able to play. However, this report isn't official so fantasy owners will want to watch his status before Sunday's 4:25 p.m. EDT kickoff.

Questionable for Week 3

Fitzgerald (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's contest versus the Bears, Scott Bordow of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald managed a pair of limited practices to close out Week 3 prep, but his minor hamstring injury will hang over his head until 90 minutes before Sunday's 4:25 PM ET, when he's expected to be named active. As the sole Cardinal to have more than 40 receiving yards this season -- 104 to be exact -- he's the clear-cut No. 1 option in the NFL's worst pass offense (114 yards per game) after two games.

Logs limited practice Thursday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) practiced in a limited capacity Thursday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: Pulled from the Cardinals' Week 2 loss to the Rams with a minor hamstring injury, Fitzgerald has so far followed a DNP/LP practice regimen, with Thursday's appearance building confidence in his ability to suit up Sunday versus the Bears. His relative ironman status is unquestioned -- he's missed just two games since the start of the 2008 campaign -- so active status Week 3 seems likely, even if he's listed as questionable on Friday's injury report.

Returns to drills Thursday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) returned to practice Thursday, Scott Bordow of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald came out of Sunday's destruction at the hands of the Rams with a hamstring injury, which forced an absence from Wednesday's session. Afterward, coach Steve Wilks said Fitzgerald is slated to suit up Sunday against the Bears, and Thursday's appearance is a step in that direction. Fitzgerald's activity level will inform whether he's likely or almost certainly playing Week 3.

No practice Wednesday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) was held out of practice Wednesday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: In the midst of a media session Wednesday, head coach Steve Wilks told Urban that Fitzgerald was a limited practice participant. However, the wide receiver didn't actually take part in drills, which was forecast by his lack of activity in the open part of practice, per Kyle Odegard of the team's official site. While Wilks added Fitzgerald is slated to suit up Sunday against the Bears, the 35-year-old would allay concerns about his availability with an appearance Thursday and/or Friday.

Expected to suit up Sunday

Cardinals head coach Steve Wilks said Fitzgerald (hamstring) was limited at Wednesday's practice and is expected to play Sunday versus the Bears, Darren Urban of the team's official site reports.

Analysis: During the media-access portion of practice Wednesday, Fitzgerald was contained to stretching, but he must have fit in some reps behind closed doors. He hasn't missed a game since the 2014 season, so all signs are pointing toward an appearance Sunday against Chicago's 18th-ranked pass defense. With no Cardinals player aside from David Johnson making an impact in the passing game this season, expectations should be tempered for Fitzgerald.

Doesn't appear to practice Wednesday

Fitzgerald (hamstring) took part in stretching but wasn't active during the open portion of Wednesday's practice, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald typically receives a veteran's day off or is limited with a non-injury during the first session of each week, but his hamstring concern throws a wrench into his current status. His outlook for the Week 3 matchup with the Bears will become clearer once Wednesday's injury report is posted.

Will be 'monitored' throughout week

Coach Steve Wilks said Fitzgerald (hamstring) will be "monitored" in practice this week, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: After Sunday's 34-0 loss to the Rams, Fitzgerald told Kent Somers of The Arizona Republic that he'd been tending to a hamstring injury for about a week to 10 days. Fitzgerald aggravated the issue Sunday when he made a leaping grab in the third quarter and will no doubt be a participant in the rehab group during Week 3 prep.

Likely avoids major injury

Coach Steve Wilks believes Fitzgerald's hamstring injury is minor, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: Despite the initial optimism, Fitzgerald will require further evaluation Monday after exiting in the third quarter of Sunday's 34-0 loss to the Rams. He was deemed questionable to return shortly after his exit, and the Cardinals had no incentive to bring him back once the game was out of reach. Fitzgerald finished with three catches for 28 yards on five targets as the Cardinals got blown out for a second time in as many weeks. Arizona hosts the Bears in Week 3.

Comes down with hamstring injury

Fitzgerald is questionable to return to Sunday's road game against the Rams due to a hamstring injury, Kyle Odegard of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: When he departed in the third quarter, Fitzgerald had just three receptions (on five targets) for 28 yards to his name. He's been a modicum of health and conditioning during 14-plus seasons, missing six games overall and just two (both in 2014) since the start of the 2008 campaign. There's no telling if the current concern will impact his practice reps as the Cardinals prep for a Week 3 matchup with the Bears, but Wednesday's injury report will give the first indication of his potential to play.

Catches seven passes

Fitzgerald caught seven of 10 targets for 76 yards in Sunday;s 24-6 loss to Washington.

Analysis: Fitzgerald was the only pass catcher to do anything at all, as quarterback Sam Bradford threw for just 153 yards without any touchdowns. The veteran wideout should continue to see a large number of targets each week, although Arizona's offensive performance Week 1 is a concern.

Going into 15th season

Fitzgerald caught his only preseason target for six yards.

Analysis: Fitzgerald combined for 16 offensive snaps during the exhibition season, which is no surprise considering he's entering his 15th professional campaign. He'll kick off 2018 on the receiving end of passes from Sam Bradford, but it wouldn't surprise if he's working with rookie first-round pick Josh Rosen at some point due to Bradford's injury history. Fitzgerald's signal-caller likely doesn't matter, though, as he's churned out 100-plus catches, 1,000 or more yards and at least six touchdowns in…read more

Fitzgerald suggested he may continue playing beyond 2018, Jace Frederick of The St. Paul Pioneer Press reports. "It doesn't really matter about the age, it's about what you put into it and your mind-set," Fitzgerald said. "If you still produce and you play at a high level, you kind of determine how long you want to play. If I can stay at a high level, I still keep destiny in my own hands."

Analysis: The 34-year-old wide receiver is entering the final year of his contract and remains adamant about his intention to finish his career in Arizona. Fitzgerald didn't show any signs of slowing down last season, finishing second in the league in catches and ninth in receiving yards despite playing with Blaine Gabbert and Drew Stanton for much of the year. Sam Bradford and Josh Rosen should provide an upgrade on the 2017 quarterback situation, and the Cardinals still don't have much in the way of…read more

Fitzgerald will be working with quarterback Sam Bradford in 2018 after the latter signed with the Cardinals on Friday.

Analysis: The Cards have employed a cavalcade of quarterbacks during Fitzgerald's 14-year career, but the lack of consistency under center hasn't stopped the wide receiver from putting together a Hall of Fame resume. After the Carson Palmer era ended this offseason, the team was in the market for one of the free-agent signal callers and settled on Bradford, who played one game with the Vikings last season before a bone bruise in his knee and the performance of Case Keenum allowed for just one more…read more

Will suit up for Cards in 2018

Fitzgerald will return to the Cardinals for his 15th NFL season in 2018, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Analysis: Despite a new coach and offensive coordinator in Steve Wilks and Mike McCoy, respectively, Fitzgerald will return to the team for his age-35 season, where he stands to make $11 million in guaranteed money. From a fantasy perspective, Fitzgerald continues to defy logic for a wide receiver of his age. The 2017 season marked his third-straight year with 100 receptions and 1,000 receiving yards, and his 109 receptions tied his own franchise record set two years prior. Fitzgerald is also one of the…read more

Fitzgerald's $11 million salary for 2018 became guaranteed Friday, Kent Somers of The Arizona Republic reports.

Analysis: Though Fitzgerald remains on the Arizona roster, the guaranteed salary doesn't affect his decision regarding retirement, which the 34-year-old continues to contemplate. It's expected that Fitzgerald will announce his intentions for 2018 later this month, but if he chooses to walk away from the game, he would forfeit the $11 million he's owed.

Decision to come 'in a week or two'

Fitzgerald said Sunday that he'll make a decision on his future "in a week or two," Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Analysis: The comment was preceded by another in which Fitzgerald relayed that certain things will need to be known, personnel-wise. He's certainly alluding to the Cardinals' quarterback situation in the wake of Carson Palmer's retirement. With Palmer out of the picture, the team doesn't have one signal caller under contract and won't be able to amend that reality, at the earliest, until free agency starts on March 14. As a result, Fitzgerald's "in a week or two" caveat should be taken with a grain of…read more

No decision yet on 2018

Fitzgerald hasn't made a decision on whether to play in 2018, Jeremy Bergman of NFL.com reports. "I spoke with Larry," new Cardinals head coach Steve Wilks said Tuesday. "We had a very in-depth conversation. I enjoyed the conversation he and I had. He did not express he was or wasn't coming back, but we would definitely love to have him back."

Analysis: Fitzgerald had a lot working against him this past season. First and foremost, he turned 34 just before Week 1, a game in which stellar running back David Johnson (wrist) was lost for the year. The double whammy would've been difficult for most wide receivers to overcome, but Fitzgerald weathered that storm, as well as three different quarterbacks, en route to a third consecutive 100-catch, 1,000-yard campaign. With a defensive mind taking over the top coaching post, Fitzgerald's decision may…read more

Fitzgerald corralled eight of 13 passes for 55 yards during Sunday's 26-24 win at Seattle.

Analysis: After reaching 100 receptions and 1,000 yards for a third season in a row last Sunday, Fitzgerald was in the running for a second consecutive catch title with fellow centurion Antonio Brown (101 catches) sidelined due to a strained calf. Heading into Week 17, Fitzgerald's only real competition, Jarvis Landry, had a slight 103-101 lead, but the latter was far more efficient with his looks Sunday (nine grabs on 10 targets) and ended the regular season in the No. 1 spot. After inking an extension…read more

Fitzgerald racked up nine catches (on 15 targets) for 119 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 23-0 win against the Giants.

Analysis: Entering the Cardinals' Week 16 contest, Fitzgerald required eight receptions and 18 yards to knot up a third consecutive 100-catch, 1,000-yard season, and fifth such campaign of his 14-year career. He achieved the easier-to-reach feat with a 19-yard grab on the Cardinals' second possession. Amazingly, the other, his eighth catch of the afternoon, was realized just before halftime and doubled as his sixth TD of the year. As Arizona's sole reliable skill option, Fitzgerald is as good of a bet as…read more

Fitzgerald caught five of his 10 targets for 60 yards in Sunday's 20-15 loss to the Redskins.

Analysis: Fitzgerald was the leading receiver, but Arizona's passing game struggled on the whole, as quarterback Blaine Gabbert threw for 189 yards on 41 attempts while also taking five sacks. Still, Fitzgerald was almost able to set his team up for the game-winning touchdown in the final minute before a hit knocked the ball out of his hands on a fourth-down play. Even with his team's less-than-ideal quarterback situation, Fitzgerald remains a hot fantasy commodity thanks to his massive share of targets.

Fitzgerald secured five of seven targets for 44 yards during Sunday's 12-7 victory against the Titans.

Analysis: Fitzgerald was held hostage by poor quarterback play in this one, as Blaine Gabbert wasn't able to get him the ball on a number of occasions Fitzgerald was open. The worst miscue occurred in the second half when Gabbert simply overthrew him in the end zone. While it was a forgettable outing for most of the Cardinals offense, Fitzgerald was the lone bright spot and seemingly the primary reason Arizona was able to put points on the board. The veteran receiver -- who passed Randy Moss for third on…read more

Fitzgerald caught all 10 balls thrown his way for 98 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 32-16 loss to the Rams.

Analysis: Fitzgerald was the most targeted Cardinal on the day and temporarily got his team back in the game with a stretching 15-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter. The veteran was coming off his worst outing of the season last week against the Jaguars, but this fine performance puts him at four games with at least 70 receiving yards in his last five. Fitzgerald is on pace for over 1,000 yards this season despite the team's struggles at quarterback, and he'll look to continue his recent…read more

Fitzgerald caught three of eight targets for 12 yards in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Jaguars.

Analysis: After catching 19 passes the previous two weeks, Fitzgerald was completely shut down in a nightmare matchup. He should bounce back in Week 13, at least to some extent, though he'll have to contend with a Rams defense that held him to three catches for 29 yards in a 33-0 loss back in Week 7.

Fitzgerald snagged nine of 10 targets for 91 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-21 loss to the Texans.

Analysis: Fitzgerald celebrated his new contract extension with a 20-yard touchdown reception to put Arizona on the board in the second quarter, a nice back-shoulder fade from new quarterback Blaine Gabbert. It was Fitzgerald's first touchdown since Oct. 15 or, in Cardinals' terms, two quarterbacks ago. Arizona is limping along without starters such as David Johnson and Carson Palmer. With all this uncertainty, Fitzgerald is the lone constant. The veteran has caught at least five passes in five of his…read more

Fitzgerald's decision to sign a one-year extension doesn't necessarily mean he'll play in 2018, ESPN.com's Josh Weinfuss reports.

Analysis: The one-year, $11 million deal, which includes a no-trade clause, simply ensures that Fitzgerald will stay in Arizona if he does indeed continue his career. It also hints that he plans to do so, but he could still opt for retirement in the offseason. As for the more immediate future, Sunday brings a road matchup against a Houston defense that has surrendered three straight 300-yard passing games. Blaine Gabbert will start at quarterback and may prove to be an upgrade from Drew Stanton (knee).

Fitzgerald and the Cardinals agreed Friday to a one-year contract extension, keeping the wideout in Arizona through the 2018 campaign, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports. According to Mike Jurecki of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM, the deal includes a no-trade clause and is worth $11 million, the same salary figure that Fitzgerald received in 2016 and 2017.

Analysis: After Fitzgerald's yards-per-reception mark dipped to a career-worst 9.6 in 2016, the 34-year-old has bounced back a bit this season, hauling in 60 passes for 677 yards (11.3 average) and three touchdowns through nine games. Though the 10-time Pro Bowler is on the downside of his career, Fitzgerald is still quite clearly the Cardinals' No. 1 wideout, and would likely maintain that role if he elects to play again in 2018. Fitzgerald had previously contemplated retirement last offseason, but the…read more

Nearing extension with Cards

Fitzgerald is closing in on an extension with the Cardinals through the 2018 season, Kent Somers of The Arizona Republic reports.

Analysis: Fitzgerald's previous contract included an extension through the current campaign and a voidable year in 2018, the latter of which was intended to aid with management of the salary cap. Neither party has confirmed details of the contract, but the wide receiver will soon commit to a 15th season with the Cardinals.

Explodes for 10-catch night in loss

Fitzgerald brought in 10 of 14 targets for 113 yards in Thursday's 22-16 loss to the Seahawks.

Analysis: The trusted veteran paced all receivers in receptions, receiving yardage and targets on the night, an unsurprising development given his sizable role in the Cardinals' offense irrespective of who's behind center. Fitzgerald now has five double-digit target games this season along with a trio of 100-yard and double-digit catch efforts. With 60 receptions through nine games, he remains on pace for a third straight 100-catch season. He'll look to continue building toward that goal against the…read more