Cardinals Cut Players, Conner & Murphy-Bunting Still on Roster

0:00For the NFL, it's March 7th. Here's what's happening. Make sure you're subscribed so you never miss an update. The Arizona Cardinals have made a few expected moves to save salary cap space this week. They released defensive lineman Belau Nichols and linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaether earlier, then added defensive tackle Dauvin Thomson to the list on Friday. Two other cuts many fans anticipated did not happen. Winning back James Conner and cornerback Sean Murphy, bunting are still on the roster. James Conner turns 31 soon and has a $1 million roster bonus due March 15th. He is set to count nearly 9.8 million against the cap, despite playing just three games last season with a 3.0 yards per. Carry average. Sean Murphy bunting missed all the last year with a knee injury and has over 7.1 million due in the final year of his deal. These players bring value beyond the numbers. Conner is a team captain and key leader on offense. At cornerback, the Cardinals have young stars like Will Johnson, Max Melton and Denzel

1:04Burke, but lack vets. Something pay cuts could keep Conner and Murphy bunting around, like former lineman Justin Pew did. For now, their status boosts the odds they stick through the offseason start. Keep an eye on March 15th when bonuses hit that could force decisions. The daily news now is powered by our sponsor, link in the description, lay back, press play, let the pillow do the rest, sound meets comfort, S-O-L-I, solely pillow dot com.