Cardinals Sign Former All-Pro Kick Returner Devin Duvernay

Duvernay, who played hero for the Bears last season, joins crowded Arizona receiving corps

Mar. 15, 2026 at 3:03pm

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The Arizona Cardinals have signed former All-Pro wide receiver and kick returner Devin Duvernay to a one-year, $2.5 million contract. Duvernay, who played for the Bears in 2025, is known for his heroics in a last-second win over the Vikings where he set up the game-winning field goal with an excellent kick return.

Why it matters

The Cardinals are rebuilding their roster after parting ways with quarterback Kyler Murray, and Duvernay's signing adds depth and special teams ability to their wide receiver group. His experience and playmaking skills could provide a boost to Arizona's offense and special teams units.

The details

Duvernay was an All-Pro kick returner during his time with the Ravens, and he proved his worth in 2025 with the Bears. In a crucial late-season game against the Vikings, Duvernay returned a kick 50 yards to set up the game-winning field goal for Chicago. The Cardinals are hoping he can provide a similar spark on special teams and contribute as a receiver in their offense.

  • Duvernay signed a one-year, $2.5 million contract with the Cardinals on March 15, 2026.
  • In November 2025, Duvernay made a key kick return to set up the Bears' game-winning field goal against the Vikings.

The players

Devin Duvernay

A former All-Pro wide receiver and kick returner who has signed a one-year contract with the Arizona Cardinals.

Kyler Murray

The former starting quarterback for the Arizona Cardinals, who the team parted ways with as part of their roster rebuild.

Mike LaFleur

The new head coach of the Arizona Cardinals, who is overseeing the team's offseason roster moves.

Kendrick Bourne

A wide receiver who the Cardinals signed away from the San Francisco 49ers on a two-year, $12 million contract.

Simi Fehoko

A wide receiver who the Cardinals re-signed to provide depth at the position.

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What they’re saying

“Devin Duvernay is a dynamic playmaker who can make an immediate impact on our team, both on offense and special teams.”

— Mike LaFleur, Head Coach, Arizona Cardinals

What’s next

The Cardinals will look to integrate Duvernay into their offense and special teams units during the offseason program and training camp, as they continue to build a competitive roster for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Cardinals' signing of Devin Duvernay is part of their broader efforts to rebuild their roster after parting ways with Kyler Murray. Duvernay's versatility and playmaking ability on special teams could provide a much-needed boost to Arizona's special teams and receiving corps as they look to bounce back in 2026.