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GLENDALE – Sunday was the first game for the Arizona Cardinals to have its projected offensive line starters all healthy and start. Guard Will Hernandez made his return from ACL tear last season, with the hope that his arrival would fix much of the offensive line’s trouble in 2025.

Arizona Cardinals News / Pro Football Talk / October 5

Will Johnson, Will Hernandez are active for the Cardinals

Rookie cornerback Will Johnson will be back in the lineup for the Cardinals on Sunday. Johnson was listed as questionable to play due to the groin injury that kept him out the last two weeks, but he avoided the inactive list and will play against the Titans.

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Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / October 3

Cardinals Leader Reacts to Highly Anticipated Return

The Arizona Cardinals are ready to see a key veteran return to action along the offensive line. Will Hernandez, officially deemed questionable on Arizona's Week 5 injury report ahead of the Tennessee Titans, is reportedly going to make his debut in 2025 after spending nearly a year rehabbing a torn ACL.

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Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / October 3

Cardinals Fans Will Love Offensive Change Hinted by Insider

The Arizona Cardinals are expected to make a change to their offense this weekend. After Arizona's offensive line has struggled out of the 2025 gates, Arizona Sports insider John Gambadoro says the Cardinals will see Will Hernandez get some playing time in Week 5 against the Tennessee Titans.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Sports / September 19

Will Hernandez continues ramping up, Cardinals GM says

Arizona Cardinals right guard Will Hernandez ended his 2024 season with a knee injury on Week 5. Recovery encroached on his free agency, and he remained unsigned by the time he posted that he’d been “officially cleared” to play football on July 29.

NFL News / Arizona Sports / September 3

Cardinals have a near-clean injury report for Week 1 against Saints

The Arizona Cardinals’ initial injury report for their 2025 opener against the New Orleans Saints includes two players, offensive linemen Will Hernandez and Jon Gaines II.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 13

Will Hernandez Speaks on Return to Arizona Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals have a fan and locker room favorite back, but how close is he to returning to action? The answer might be sooner than you think, as Will Hernandez is working tirelessly to get back on the field and contribute for a franchise and fan base special to him.

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Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Sports / August 11

Mijo things: Will Hernandez far from your typical Cardinals re-signing

TEMPE — The team’s reaction to Arizona Cardinals offensive lineman Will Hernandez returning to the franchise said it all last week. “I think he got a standing ovation,” head coach Jonathan Gannon said Monday.

Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / August 8

3 Takeaways From Arizona Cardinals Re-Signing Will Hernandez

Mijo is back in the building for the Arizona Cardinals after the organization officially re-signed Will Hernadez to a one-year deal this week. What's the move mean for both Hernandez and the Cardinals?

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Cincinnati Bengals News / A to Z Sports / August 7

Bengals watch another possible free agent guard addition go off the market

Every Cincinnati Bengals fan wants to know if signing another free agent guard is in the club's plans, and the market dried up a little bit more Thursday afternoon.

Arizona Cardinals News / Field Level Media / August 7

Cardinals sign G Will Hernandez to 1-year contract

Free-agent guard Will Hernandez signed a one-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday. Financial terms were not disclosed by the team. Hernandez, who turns 30 on Sept.

Arizona Cardinals News / A to Z Sports / August 7

Cardinals agree to terms with a familiar face in free agency, welcome back a no-brainer addition to upgrade their trenches heading in 2025

The Arizona Cardinals invested the vast majority of their offseason resources into the team's defense. Top draft picks and free agent dollars alike were poured into a defensive unit that took major leaps from the team's first season under Jonathan Gannon but still needed an extra kick.

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / August 7

Cardinals re-signing G Will Hernandez to a 1-year deal

GLENDALE – After the long wait, the Arizona Cardinals are re-signing guard Will Hernandez on a one-year deal, as he announced on his personal Instagram.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 7

Cardinals Re-Signing G Will Hernandez To One-Year Deal

Jordan Schultz reports the Cardinals are re-signing G Will Hernandez to a one-year deal. Hernandez was recently cleared from an ACL tear he suffered last year.

Arizona Cardinals News / Last Word On Sports / August 7

Breaking: Top 40 Pick Signs Contract With Arizona Cardinals

Seven-year veteran guard Will Hernandez signed a new contract with the Arizona Cardinals. Hernandez, a former second-round pick, spent the 2024 season with the Arizona Cardinals but also played for the New York Giants.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 4

Cardinals Hosted OL Will Hernandez, Worked Out Two

The Arizona Cardinals officially brought in LB Kenneth Odumegwu and T Max Pircher for tryouts on Monday and hosted G Will Hernandez for a visit. Hernandez was recently cleared from an ACL tear he suffered last year. Hernandez, 29, is a former second-round pick of the Giants back in 2018.

Arizona Cardinals News / A to Z Sports / July 31

Three NFL teams that could make Will Hernandez a starter again after veteran guard is cleared to return from 2024 ACL injury

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Arizona Cardinals News / Pro Football Rumors / July 29

OL Will Hernandez receives medical clearance

Will Hernandez saw his 2024 campaign come to an end in Week 5. The veteran guard is now in position to continue his career, however. Hernandez suffered an ACL tear in October, ending his tenure with the Cardinals.

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / July 13

Should NY Giants Seek a Reunion with OL Will Hernandez?

When it comes to the New York Giants , it just seems that they can never have too many offensive linemen on the roster, given how injuries of late have hit the unit.

Cincinnati Bengals News / Cincinnati Bengals on SI / February 13

Cincinnati Bengals Free Agency: Despite Age, Injury, Hernandez Could Be an Inexpensive Guard With a High Ceiling

CINCINNATI – Pro Football Focus has 11 guards – a position expected to be on the Cincinnati Bengals’ to-do list in free agency – listed among its Top 100 players with expiring contracts.

Arizona Cardinals News / Field Level Media / October 7, 2024

Cardinals RG Will Hernandez (knee) done for year

The Arizona Cardinals lost starting right guard Will Hernandez for the rest of the season due to a left knee injury in Sunday's win over San Francisco.

Arizona Cardinals News / NFLTradeRumors.co / October 7, 2024

Cardinals G Will Hernandez Suffered Season-Ending Knee Injury

Mike Garafolo reports that Cardinals G Will Hernandez suffered a season-ending knee injury during Sunday’s win over the 49ers. You can expect Arizona to place him on injured reserve in the coming days and fill his spot on the roster with another player.

Arizona Cardinals News / Burn City Sports / July 25, 2024

Cardinals G Will Hernandez details how reshaped offensive line is adapting to new positions, roles

The Arizona Cardinals hosted an open practice on Thursday at State Farm Stadium in Glendale with fans watching them go through drills, giving their supporters a chance to witness what the team will look like heading into the 2024 NFL season.

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 29, 2020