Calais Campbell injury a concern

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TEMPE, Ariz.—Defensive end Calais Campbell has a right calf injury, the extent of which has not been made public. Campbell missed a practice last week during the bye and did not work out Monday.

Coach Ken Whisenhunt declined comment.

Until last week, the Cardinals defense had enjoyed good health. But outside linebacker O'Brien Schofield suffered an ankle injury against the Packers a week ago and is out for the year. Quentin Groves is a competent replacement, but the Cardinals have no depth there now.

The other outside linebacker to dress in the last game was rookie Zack Nash. Vonnie Holliday likely will replace Campbell with David Carter and Nick Eason behind him.

Again, the Cardinals are an injury away from depth issues at end. Losing Campbell for an extended time would be damaging. He and linebacker Daryl Washington are the best defensive players on the team.


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