Technically, running back Adrian Peterson and defensive end Greg Hardy could play for the Vikings and Panthers, respectively, again this year, thanks to their placement on the not-so-double-secret-probation list. For running back Jonathan Dwyer, the Cardinals’ placement of him on the non-football illness list means he’s can’t play for Arizona again this year.
The Cardinals have confirmed that, indeed, Dwyer can’t return to the active roster for the Cardinals at any point this season. If the Cardinals release him from the NFI list, Dwyer can then sign with another team.
Accused of domestic violence, Dwyer was arrested at the team facility on Wednesday.
“It was like the worst nightmare a coach can have,” coach Bruce Arians told reporters on Thursday. “For me, personally, I was totally shocked because I’ve known John a long time. It was totally out of character from what I’ve known, so I was extremely shocked by the incident, but we have to move forward.”
Arians also said that, if Dwyer is exonerated, he’d be welcomed back.