The Arizona Cardinals just got the worst-case scenario update involving Gardner Minshew’s injury status. The team got dealt another major setback after their 17-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
Minshew suffered a torn UCL in his right throwing elbow and is expected to undergo season-ending surgery, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
“Cardinals QB Gardner Minshew suffered a torn UCL and is expected to undergo season-ending surgery, according to sources. He still is working on the timing of when to have the surgery, but he planning to have it,” Schefter wrote.
The timing of the procedure has not been finalized, but Minshew is planning to have the surgery. The 30-year-old is still working through when to undergo the operation.
Minshew suffered the injury on the final play of the first half against Seattle. Linebacker Dante Fowler Jr. hit him as he attempted a pass, forcing a fumble. Although Minshew appeared to be in pain while leaving for halftime, he returned and finished the game.
He completed 21 of 30 passes for 166 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions in the loss. Minshew has thrown for 354 yards and three touchdowns in two appearances this season, including one start.
Arizona is now preparing rookie Carson Beck to take over at quarterback. Beck has yet to make his NFL debut but previously led Georgia into the College Football Playoff before an elbow injury. He later guided Miami to the CFP national championship game.
Minshew's injury also adds to Arizona's problems after wide receiver Michael Wilson was ruled out for the rest of the season with a neck injury. Wilson finished with 51 catches for 546 yards and two touchdowns.