In a challenging matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, the Arizona Cardinals faced a setback with running back Emari Demercado’s injury. During the second quarter of the game, he suffered a right foot and ankle injury. The incident forced Demercado to visit the medical tent briefly before he was directed to the locker room.
Emari Demercado’s Injury Details
Emari Demercado’s status following the injury has been deemed questionable. Prior to his exit from the game, he contributed five rushing attempts, accumulating eight yards. In addition, he managed to catch two passes out of three attempts, gaining 12 yards.
Potential Impact on the Team
If Demercado is unable to return, Zonovan Knight is expected to take on a larger role in the backfield. Knight has had a solid season, carrying the ball 26 times for a total of 233 yards, averaging an impressive 9.0 yards per carry.
Looking Ahead
- Date of Injury: November 16, 2025
- Opponent: San Francisco 49ers
- Demercado’s Pre-Injury Stats:
- Rushing Attempts: 5
- Rushing Yards: 8
- Receptions: 2
- Receiving Yards: 12
- Zonovan Knight’s Season Stats:
- Rushing Attempts: 26
- Rushing Yards: 233
- Average Yards per Carry: 9.0
Keep an eye on El-Balad for further updates on Demercado’s injury status and its implications for the Cardinals’ upcoming games.
