Cardinals Opened Practice Window for Kitan Crawford
The team also signed tight end Shawn Bowman to the active 53-man roster.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Football
The Arizona Cardinals have designated Kitan Crawford for return from injured reserve, opening a 21-day practice window. Simultaneously, the organization signed Shawn Bowman to the active roster from the practice squad.
Why it matters
Designating Crawford for return allows him to practice with the team for up to three weeks before the Cardinals must decide whether to move him to the active roster. This shift helps the team manage its personnel needs following roster adjustments.
Kitan Crawford recorded 20 tackles in 15 appearances during the 2025 season and had three tackles before his ankle injury this year. The team now maintains a 53-man active roster.
The players
Kitan Crawford
He is an NFL defensive player drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the seventh round of the 2025 draft.
Shawn Bowman
He is an NFL player who has previously spent time with the Jacksonville Jaguars and was recently moved to the active roster.
Arizona Cardinals
They are a professional football team based in Arizona that competes in the National Football League.
The details
Kitan Crawford, a 2025 seventh-round draft pick, has been sidelined since suffering an ankle injury during the season opener. Meanwhile, the team has added Shawn Bowman to the 53-man roster after he previously played for the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Timeline
Kitan Crawford appeared in 15 games during the 2025 season.
The Cardinals opened the practice window for Crawford on 2026-10-14.
Season Trajectory
The return of a draft pick like Kitan Crawford bolsters the team's depth as they navigate the mid-season stretch. Integrating players from the practice squad like Shawn Bowman remains vital for maintaining competitive balance on the 53-man roster.
Kitan Crawford now has 21 days to demonstrate his readiness before the team must decide on his activation. Shawn Bowman now occupies a permanent spot on the active 53-man roster, impacting the team's available personnel for upcoming games.
The takeaway
The team is prioritizing depth by evaluating injured players while utilizing the practice squad to fill active roles. Monitoring the status of returning players provides insight into the roster rotation throughout the remainder of the season.
Further reading
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