Bradford demoted to third string, inactive against Seahawks
Sep 30, 2018, 8:45 AM | Updated: Oct 1, 2018, 7:43 am
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Sam Bradford (9) is tackled by Washington Redskins defensive tackle Tim Settle (97) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
(AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
The Arizona Cardinals made quarterback Sam Bradford inactive for Sunday’s game against the Seattle Seahawks after listing him as the No. 3 quarterback on the depth chart.
By making the move, the Cardinals would save approximately $312,500 and could save as much as $4 million dollars if they continue to inactivate him throughout the season, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Bradford will still make $16 million dollars this season while serving as the third string option for the team.
Cardinals head coach Steve Wilks confirmed the move was about making the best football decision. He added after the game that Bradford is healthy.
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