Dadrion Taylor-Demerson - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Picks off two passes in 2025 Taylor-Demerson compiled 59 tackles and six pass defenses, including two interceptions, in 12 regular-season games in 2025.

Impact Taylor-Demerson sat out Weeks 11-15 due to an ankle injury, but he otherwise served as the Cardinals' third safety behind Budda Baker and Jalen Thompson. A 2024 fourth-round pick, Taylor-Demerson surpassed his rookie tackle tally by 18 and also recorded the first two picks of his career this season. Considering Thompson's contract voids on Feb. 15, Taylor-Demerson could be poised for a starting gig in 2026 if Arizona opts to move on from the former.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Has another nice game Sunday Taylor-Demerson recorded nine tackles (five solo) during Sunday's 37-14 loss at Cincinnati.

Impact Taylor-Demerson's 74 defensive snaps were one short of the career-high total he posted in Week 16 versus the Falcons, and his nine tackles also represented the second-best mark of his young career. If Budda Baker (concussion) is out again in Week 18, Taylor-Demerson would profile as a good IDP option in most formats.

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs career-high tackle total Sunday Taylor-Demerson recorded 11 tackles (five solo) and a defensed pass in Sunday's Week 16 loss to the Falcons.

Impact Taylor-Demerson missed Arizona's previous five games due to an ankle injury but was able to return to action Sunday. With Jalen Thompson (hamstring) sidelined, Taylor-Demerson took on a starting role and co-led the team with a career-best 11 stops. If Thompson sits out again Week 17 versus Cincinnati, Taylor-Demerson figures to start again.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to action Week 16 Taylor-Demerson (ankle) is active for Sunday's clash against the Falcons, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson missed Arizona's past five games due to an ankle injury. He managed a trio of limited practices this week and is set to make his return to the field against Atlanta. Taylor-Demerson could draw the start at safety Sunday with Jalen Thompson (hamstring) unable to suit up.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with ankle Taylor-Demerson (ankle) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's game against the Falcons, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson has been sidelined since he suffered an ankle injury in Week 10 against the Seahawks. The strong safety was able to log his first practices since sustaining the injury this week, stringing three consecutive limited sessions together. If the 2024 fourth-rounder can suit up, he will provide meaningful defensive back depth to a corps that has sustained quite a few injuries.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs limited practice Wednesday Taylor-Demerson (ankle) was a limited participant at practice Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official website reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson has been sidelined for five straight contests with an ankle injury, but his ability to practice in any capacity is a step in the right direction ahead of Week 16. The safety will have two more chances to log a full practice prior to Sunday's matchup with Atlanta.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Week 15 Taylor-Demerson (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Texans, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson is slated to miss a fifth consecutive game due to an ankle injury, and there doesn't appear to be a clear timeline for his return, given his absence from practice since sustaining the injury. Taylor-Demerson's next chance to play is Week 16 against the Falcons on Sunday, Dec. 21, though he's unlikely to suit up for that game unless he's cleared to practice in at least a limited capacity.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Opens week with DNP Taylor-Demerson (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson has missed the Cardinals' last four games due to an ankle injury. He also hasn't been able to practice since sustaining the injury, so unless he returns to practice over the next two days, he's unlikely to be available for Sunday's game against the Texans.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Taylor-Demerson (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Rams, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The second-year pro from Texas Tech is now in line to miss his fourth consecutive game due to an ankle injury. Taylor-Demerson has appeared in nine games this season, recording 36 total tackles and five passes defensed, including two interceptions. While he's sidelined Sunday, Kitan Crawford will likely operate as the team's top reserve safety.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No practice Wednesday Taylor-Demerson (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson has missed each of Arizona's last three games with the ankle injury, and he has yet to return to practice. He'll likely need to log some level of participation Thursday to have any chance of suiting up in Week 14 against the Rams.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Missing third straight game Taylor-Demerson (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson has not been cleared to practice since injuring his ankle against the Seahawks in Week 10. The second-year safety will miss a third consecutive game as a result of his injury, which leaves Kitan Crawford and Darren Hall as the Cardinals' reserve options at safety behind starters Jalen Thompson and Budda Baker. Taylor-Demerson's next opportunity to play is Week 14 against the Rams on Sunday, Dec. 7.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still working through ankle injury Taylor-Demerson (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson has missed the Cardinals' last two games due to an ankle injury he sustained in Week 10 against the Seahawks. The second-year safety has two more opportunities to practice in at least a limited capacity to have a realistic chance of returning against the Buccaneers on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Taylor-Demerson (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jaguars, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.

Impact The reserve safety has appeared in nine games this season, posting 36 tackles (21 solo) and five pass breakups, including two interceptions, across 272 defensive snaps and 142 on special teams.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still working through ankle injury Taylor-Demerson (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson was unable to play in the Cardinals' Week 11 loss to the 49ers due to an ankle injury he sustained against the Seahawks in Week 10. He hasn't been cleared to practice since the injury, and he'll have two more days to participate in practice in at least a limited capacity ahead of Sunday's contest against the Jaguars. Kitan Crawford will continue to serve in a rotational role at safety behind Budda Baker and Jalen Thompson for as long as Taylor-Demerson is sidelined.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up vs. 49ers Taylor-Demerson (ankle) is officially listed as out for Sunday's game versus San Francisco, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson didn't practice at all during the week after suffering an ankle injury in Week 10 at Seattle, and he'll have to sit out at least one game as he continues to recover. In his stead, rookie seventh-rounder Kitan Crawford could get additional reps in the secondary in Week 11.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Thursday's practice Taylor-Demerson (ankle) did not participate in Thursday's practice, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson has opened Week 11 prep with back-to-back DNPs due to an ankle injury that he sustained during the Cardinals' Week 10 loss to the Seahawks. He would need to practice in at least a limited capacity Friday in order to have a chance at playing against the 49ers on Sunday. Kitan Crawford would serve as the primary backup at safety behind Jalen Thompson and Budda Baker if Taylor-Demerson is not cleared to play.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Sunday Taylor-Demerson (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact Taylor-Demerson will not return to Sunday's game after sustaining an ankle injury in the first half. He's mostly operated on special teams since the Cardinals' Week 8 bye, but his absence means Kitan Crawford will be the lone depth option at safety behind starters Jalen Thompson and Budda Baker.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Sunday Taylor-Demerson (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's contest against the Seahawks.

Impact Taylor-Demerson suffered an apparent ankle injury in the first half, and his status for the rest of the game is now uncertain. His absence carries the greatest impact on special teams.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six stops Sunday Taylor-Demerson recorded six tackles (two solo) during Sunday's 27-23 loss versus the Packers.

Impact Taylor-Demerson made the most of his season-low 22 defensive snaps in Week 7, tallying six-plus tackles for the second time this year. He'll try to keep the positive momentum rolling through the Cardinals' bye in Week 8 and into a matchup at Dallas in Week 9.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Practices in full Thursday Taylor-Demerson (ankle) was a full participant in practice Thursday.

Impact The safety was limited during Wednesday's walkthrough. Taylor-Demerson is trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Packers. The second-year pro has played on at least 50 percent of the defensive snaps in five of six games this season, recording 27 tackles (17 solo) and five pass breakups, including two interceptions, in total.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to begin week Taylor-Demerson (ankle) was limited in Wednesday's walkthrough, Zach Gershman of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Taylor-Demerson played a season-low 27 snaps (46 percent), so this issue may have popped up in Sunday's loss to the Colts. That he was still able to participate Wednesday is a good sign for his availability in Week 7, but he'll still have a chance to increase his activity in the next two days.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Jones throws for 2 touchdowns as the Colts rally past the Cardinals for a 31-27 win

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OCTOBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Costly turnover after interception Taylor-Demerson logged four solo tackles and two pass defenses, including an interception, during the Cardinals' 22-21 loss to the Titans on Sunday.

Impact Taylor-Demerson appeared to help the Cardinals seal the game late in the fourth quarter, when he picked off a Cameron Ward pass that was tipped by Mack Wilson. However, Taylor-Demerson wasn't able to keep hold of the ball as he went to the ground, and the ball was batted into the end zone and eventually recovered by Titans wide receiver Tyler Lockett to reduce the deficit to 21-19 after the extra point. Taylor-Demerson is up to two interceptions along with 23 tackles (17 solo) through five regular-season games.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Costly turnover after interception Taylor-Demerson logged four solo tackles and two pass defenses, including an interception, during the Cardinals' 22-21 loss to the Titans on Sunday.

Impact Taylor-Demerson appeared to help the Cardinals seal the game late in the fourth quarter, when he picked off a Cam Ward pass that was tipped by Mack Wilson. However, Taylor-Demerson wasn't able to keep hold of the ball as he went to the ground, and the ball was batted into the end zone and eventually recovered by Titans wide receiver Tyler Lockett to reduce the Cardinals' lead to 21-19 after the extra point. Taylor-Demerson is up to two interceptions along with 23 tackles (17 solo) through five regular-season games.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Titans snap 10-game skid with improbable comeback to beat Cardinals 22-21

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OCTOBER 5, 2025 • Associated Press

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