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After moving defensive tackle Walter Nolen to the reserve/PUP list in late August, the Cardinals haven’t gotten any contributions from the first-round rookie this season.

Arizona Cardinals News / Pro Football Rumors / October 4

Cardinals activate DT Bilal Nichols

Bilal Nichols returned to practice this week, which marked the earliest point at which he could do so. The veteran defensive tackle will now be available to the Cardinals for Week 5.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / October 4

What Last-Minute Moves Mean for Cardinals in Week 5

The Arizona Cardinals made a handful of roster moves ahead of their Week 5 battle against the Tennessee Titans: DL Bilal Nichols was activated from the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list.

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Cardinals list CB Max Melton as questionable, activate DT Bilal Nichols

The Cardinals added cornerback Max Melton to their injury report on Saturday. Melton is now considered questionable to face the Titans due to a hamstring injury.

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Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 4

Cardinals Announce Three Moves, Activate DL Bilal Nichols

The Cardinals announced Saturday that they have activated DL Bilal Nichols from injured reserve. While the team had an open roster spot for Nichols, they elevated DL Zach Carter and OL Nick Leverett.

Arizona Cardinals News / Pro Football Rumors / September 29

Cardinals open practice window for veteran defensive lineman

Since Arizona played on Thursday night in Week 4, it started its practice week on Monday with him in the mix.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 29

Cardinals Designate DL Bilal Nichols To Return From PUP List, Sign RB Michael Carter To 53-Man Roster

The Arizona Cardinals announced they have designated DL Bilal Nichols to return from the PUP list. Nichols will have 21 days to return to practice and be activated to the 53-man roster or he’ll revert to the PUP list for the remainder of the season.

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Arizona Cardinals News / Pro Football Rumors / October 17, 2024

Cardinals’ Bilal Nichols out for season, 'good chance' Jonah Williams returns

Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon updated the status of several injured players.

Arizona Cardinals News / Cards Wire / October 16, 2024

Cardinals DL Bilal Nichols to miss rest of the season

The Cardinals’ luck with veteran free agent defensive linemen continues to be bad. They placed Bilal Nichols on injured reserve on Tuesday and it apparently will end his season.

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Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 15, 2024

Cardinals Place K Matt Prater & DL Bilal Nichols On IR Among Other Moves

The Arizona Cardinals have placed K Matt Prater and DL Bilal Nichols on injured reserve, which will sideline each for at least four games. Adam Schefter says Nichols is expected to miss the remainder of the season. In the case of Prater, he’s already missed a couple of games with a knee injury, so his absence will stretch even longer.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Sports / October 12, 2024

Cardinals DT Bilal Nichols on defense: ‘We are starting to hit our mark’

Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Bilal Nichols said the defense is ‘hitting their mark’ at the right time as they get ready to face the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Sports / July 14, 2024

Cardinals’ Bilal Nichols paying it forward with 3rd annual youth football camp

Arizona Cardinals defensive lineman Bilal Nichols’ grandparents, Adova and Dolores Bolton, have served as influences throughout his life. Coming out of retirement and raising Nichols from a young age, they were always there leading by example and helping keep his head on straight.

NFL News / Yardbarker / May 5, 2024

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Arizona Cardinals News / Cards Wire / March 31, 2024

Cardinals excited about addition of Justin Jones, Bilal Nichols to D-line

The Arizona Cardinals have gone out and spent a bit of money on the defensive line. They added Bilal Nichols on a three-year, $21 million deal and inked Justin Jones to a three-year contract worth more than $30 million.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Sports / March 30, 2024

New Cardinals Bilal Nichols, Justin Jones finally get chance to team up

TEMPE — New Arizona Cardinals defensive tackles Bilal Nichols and Justin Jones first crossed paths at the 2018 Senior Bowl. With Nichols a late addition to the field, the lineman was thrown into the mix behind the eight ball and the All-Star game just days away.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Raiders Newswire / March 14, 2024

Raiders Lose DT Bilal Nichols & OL Jermaine Eluemunor In Free Agency

The Las Vegas Raiders made some big moves on the first day of free agency but also lost some key contributors as well. Much of the focus went on running back Josh Jacobs who joined the Green Bay Packers, but he isn’t the only starter who won’t be back with the team next year.

NFL News / Burn City Sports / March 11, 2024

Cardinals make marquee move, sign DT Bilal Nichols

Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort and the team’s front office have bolstered their defense once again on Monday. After Arizona added cornerback Sean Murphy-Nichols earlier today, they have completed a three-year deal to acquire defensive tackle Bilal Nichols, according to ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter.

NFL News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / March 11, 2024

Cardinals Sign Former Raiders DL

The Arizona Cardinals have made their second outside signing of the day. After signing cornerback Sean Murphy-Bunting, the Cardinals are reportedly bringing on DT Bilal Nichols for a three-year, $21 million deal according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / January 11, 2024

Raiders Free Agents: DT Bilal Nichols

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NFL News / Yardbarker / December 25, 2023

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Las Vegas Raiders on SI / November 30, 2023

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Las Vegas Raiders News / Yardbarker / February 13, 2023

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