The Arizona Cardinals are facing an abrupt backfield shakeup just four weeks into the 2025 NFL season, with Michael Carter stepping into the spotlight. Injuries to James Conner and Trey Benson have pushed the team’s running backs into new roles almost overnight.

Just two weeks ago, Carter earned recognition as the Pat Tillman Scout Player of the Week for his work on the practice squad. Now he is preparing to carry the ball on Sundays. The fifth-year running back described the whirlwind shift in his journey in a way that resonated with teammates and fans alike.

AZSports reporter Tyler Drake posted a video on X (formerly known as Twitter) of the 26-year-old Carter expressing just how fast things changed in the Arizona running backs room.

“It’s been a lot. … You go from Pat Tillman

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