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GLENDALE – Ahead of 2026 free agency, the Arizona Cardinals released two defensive starters to create millions in cap space to sign free agents. The team announced on Thursday that linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither and defensive tackle Bilal Nichols has been released from the team, clearing more than $10 million in cap space.

Arizona Cardinals News / Pro Football Rumors / March 5

Cardinals Release Akeem Davis-Gaither, Bilal Nichols

The Cardinals have released linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither and defensive tackle Bilal Nichols, per Field Yates of ESPN. They cut Nichols with a failed physical designation.

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Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 5

Cardinals Cut DT Bilal Nichols & LB Akeem Davis-Gaither

The Arizona Cardinals announced they have released DT Bilal Nichols and LB Akeem Davis-Gaither. The expected transactions will save Arizona nearly $11 million in cap space.

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Knee Injury Forces Cardinals Veteran DL Out vs Rams

The Arizona Cardinals have ruled veteran defensive lineman Bilal Nichols (knee) as questionable to return against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 14. Nichols missed nearly a year of action due to a neck injury suffered last season before being brought back in 2025.

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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.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 4

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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.

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

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

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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.

Arizona Cardinals News / Field Level Media / October 15, 2024

Cardinals place K Matt Prater, DL Bilal Nichols on IR, promote K Chad Ryland

The Arizona Cardinals placed kicker Matt Prater and defensive lineman Bilal Nichols on injured reserve and promoted kicker Chad Ryland from the practice squad to the active roster on Tuesday.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / October 15, 2024

Cardinals Lose Another Player to Season-Ending Injury

The Arizona Cardinals announced the following roster moves today: - Signed kicker Chad Ryland from the practice squad to the active roster - Placed defensive lineman Bilal Nichols and kicker Matt Prater on injured reserve - Released tight end Jordan Murray and offensive lineman Austen Pleasants from the practice squad.

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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.

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