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Johnson's injury could require surgery, Arians
said.
The coach added that the initial prognosis for Johnson is the
same as it was for rookie running back T.J. Logan, who was
expected to miss 12 weeks after suffering a dislocated wrist in
early August.
If the 25-year-old Johnson goes on injured reserve, he would be
required to miss eight weeks.
Johnson exited Sunday's 35-23 loss at the Detroit Lions in the
third quarter and underwent an X-ray. He was diagnosed with a
sprained wrist and underwent further testing Monday.
Johnson appeared to get injured while making a 24-yard reception
in the third quarter. He returned on Arizona's next possession
but fumbled on his next carry, which was recovered by the Lions.
Last season Johnson totaled 1,239 rushing yards and 20
touchdowns. He also led the NFL with 2,118 all-purpose yards
while averaging 4.2 yards per carry and 11 yards per reception.
Without Johnson, the Cardinals could turn to Kerwynn Williams
and Andre Ellington in the backfield while also considering
signing a free agent running back.
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