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Bumped up to active roster The Titans elevated Ward from their practice squad to the active roster Friday ahead of Saturday's matchup against Houston, Ben Arthur of FoxSports.com reports.

Impact Ward was signed to the Titans' practice squad Tuesday and will be elevated to the active roster for his first game with Tennessee. He played primarily on special teams during five contests with the Jets to begin the season and figures to garner a similar role for the Titans in Week 16.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds new home Ward signed with the Titans' practice squad Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of ProFootballNetwork.com reports.

Impact Ward was cut from the Jets' practice squad last Tuesday, after he had originally started the season with the Cardinals. He'll give the Titans an emergency option at running back, with Dontrell Hilliard (neck) already ruled out for Week 15 and Hassan Haskins (hip) questionable.

DECEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Loses roster spot Ward was cut from the Jets' practice squad Tuesday, Ethan Greenberg of the team's official site reports.

Impact Ward joined the team last Tuesday after being waived by the Cardinals. His departure could be a sign that Michael Carter (ankle) will be ready to return Week 14 against the Bills.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Let go Tuesday Ward (hamstring) was waived from injured reserve by the Cardinals on Tuesday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Ward was placed on IR on Oct. 12 after suffering a hamstring injury in a Week 5 loss to the Cardinals. Pelissero notes that Ward is fully healthy now and could play if anyone decides to claim him or call after he clears waivers.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Placed on IR Ward (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Ward exited the Cardinals' Week 5 loss to the Eagles early with a hamstring injury and he will now miss a minimum of four weeks while on IR. The Cardinals added both Corey Clement and Ty'Son Williams to their practice squad, providing additional depth behind James Conner (ribs) and Eno Benjamin heading into Sunday's contest against the Seahawks.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for game Ward won't return to Sunday's game against the Eagles due to a hamstring injury, Tyler Drake of ArizonaSports.com reports.

Impact Ward was ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game in the second half, although the extent of his injury isn't yet clear. His next chance to play will be next Sunday against the Seahawks.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hurts shoulder Sunday Ward (shoulder) won't return to Sunday's preseason game against the Ravens.

Impact Ward was busy before getting hurt, rushing three times for 11 yards while adding a 27-yard catch and returning three kickoffs for 90 yards. His ability to contribute on both offense and special teams has Ward in contention for a roster spot, though this injury could put a dent in those hopes. The 24-year-old running back will try to heal up in time for Saturday's preseason finale in Tennessee.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Ward Press Conference | Tuesday, Preseason Week 2

AUGUST 16, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Jonathan Ward Trying To Lock Down Spot In Crowded RB Room Notes: Hamilton doesn't see need for cornerback addition

AUGUST 16, 2022 • AZCARDINALS.COM

Jonathan Ward top plays vs. Bengals | Preseason Week 1 Arizona Cardinals running back Jonathan Ward top plays vs. Cincinnati Bengals during 2022 Preseason Week 1

AUGUST 15, 2022 • NFL.COM

Scores two TDs in preseason action Ward carried the ball six times for 15 yards and two touchdowns and caught both his targets for 26 yards in Friday's preseason game against the Bengals.

Impact The third-year player out of Central Michigan was the second running back into the game for Arizona after Eno Benjamin, and Ward made the most of his opportunity by scoring a pair of one-yard TDs in the second quarter. His work on special teams could ensure he has a spot on the 53-man roster, but Ward's role on offense will likely be minimal as he seems to be at best No. 5 on the depth chart behind James Conner, Darrel Williams, Benjamin and rookie Keaontay Ingram.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Signs tender Monday Ward signed a one-year contract with the Cardinals on Monday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Ward's work at running back has been limited during his first two seasons in the NFL -- nine carries for 33 yards and three catches for 34 yards -- but that could change in 2022 with the departure of Chase Edmonds. Currently, the Cardinals have James Conner, Eno Benjamin and Jaylen Samuels under contract, but they've been rumored to be interested in Darrel Williams and could possibly use the draft to bolster their backfield depth as well.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Contract tender extended The Cardinals have extended a one-year contract tender to Ward.

Impact With that, Ward, who was poised to become an exclusive rights free agent, is now on track to remain a depth piece in the team's 2022 backfield. Who the 24-year-old will be working behind, however, remains to be seen, with both James Conner and Chase Edmonds both pending unrestricted free agents.

MARCH 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Report: Cardinals are re-signing exclusive rights free agent running back Jonathan Ward According to a report, the Cardinals are re-signing exclusive rights free agent Jonathan Ward, giving the team three running backs under con...

MARCH 9, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Out Monday Ward (knee) is inactive Monday against the Rams. Darren Urban of the Cardinals official site reports.

Impact Ward was able to log a limited practice Saturday after sitting out Thursday and Friday, but he's still unable to suit up. With James Conner (ribs) and Chase Edmonds (ribs/toe) both active, as well as Eno Benjamin, Ward's absence shouldn't have an impact on the Cardinals' offense.

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Ward (knee) is questionable for Monday's wild-card matchup against the Rams, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ward was held out of practice Thursday and Friday, but he returned in a limited capacity Saturday. Chase Edmonds (ribs/toe) isn't on the injury report for Monday's contest, so Ward is unlikely to see significant work against the Rams, even if James Conner (ribs) is held out.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Yet to practice this week Ward (knee) did not practice Friday and is questionable for Monday against the Rams, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.

Impact Ward was injured in Week 18 against the Seahawks and has yet to practice this week. With James Conner (ribs) and Chase Edmonds (ribs) also questionable, the Cardinals' backfield is banged up going into Monday's matchup with the Rams.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

DNP on Thursday Ward (knee) did not practice Thursday, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The running back was unavailable for Thursday's practice after being considered day-to-day Wednesday. Ward is dealing with a knee issue and his status at Friday's practice will provide more clarity to his chances to play Monday against the Rams.

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Wednesday that Ward (knee) is considered day-to-day, Dana Scott of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Ward's status for the wild-card matchup with the Rams wouldn't mean much by itself, but it's big news given the Cardinals' two primary running backs -- James Conner (ribs/heel) and Chase Edmonds (ribs/toe) -- are both considered day-to-day as well. However, Kingsbury did add that all three will be tested during Thursday's practice, which should give a better indication of their statuses' for Monday.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Seahawks win 38-30 to spoil Cardinals shot at NFC West title

Russell Wilson threw three touchdown passes, Rashaad Penny ran for 173 yards and a touchdown, and the Seattle Seahawks spoiled a shot at the NFC West title for the Arizona Cardinal...

JANUARY 10, 2022 • Associated Press

Questionable to return Ward (knee) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Seahawks.

Impact Ward was banged up in the second half of Sunday's matchup. Since James Conner (ribs) is also questionable to return, Eno Benjamin should see an uptick in usage out of the backfield.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Best Play Ever On NFL Slimetime: Jonathan Ward's Unreal Catch Check out Arizona Cardinals running back Jonathan Ward's unreal helmet catch on Cardinals' fake punt play on Nickelodeon's "NFL Slimetime".

JANUARY 6, 2022 • AZCARDINALS.COM

Arizona Cardinals' Jonathan Ward makes amazing catch on fake punt vs. Dallas Cowboys The Cardinals brought out some trickery against the Cowboys. It resulted in perhaps what will end up as the catch of the year.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • AZCENTRAL.COM

Cardinals' Jonathan Ward makes mind-blowing helmet catch on fake punt

Arizona Cardinals running back Jonathan Ward made his case for catch of the season on Sunday during the team’s win over the Dallas Cowboys.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • FOXNEWS.COM

Can't-Miss Play: Helmet catch 2.0? Jonathan Ward brings down INSANE grab on fake punt Arizona Cardinals running back Jonathan Ward catches an INSANE grab on a fake punt.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • NFL.COM

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