The Arizona Cardinals are gearing up for the upcoming 2026 league year, which commences on March 11, with the legal negotiating period starting on March 9. As the team prepares for significant roster decisions, a closer look at each player is essential. Today, we focus on offensive lineman Valentin Senn.
Valentin Senn joined the Cardinals as an undrafted rookie from UConn. Due to his international background as an Austrian player, the team utilized an international exemption to sign him. Unfortunately, Senn”s rookie season was derailed by a neck injury sustained during training camp, resulting in his placement on injured reserve before he could make his debut.
Regarding Senn”s contract status, he is under contract until 2027, after which he will become a restricted free agent. In 2026, he is set to earn $885,000, contributing $898,000 towards the team”s salary cap.
The primary concern for Senn heading into the offseason revolves around his health. The key question is whether he can participate in the offseason program. Given his current situation, he faces a challenging path to making the final roster, but the international exemption could allow him to remain on the practice squad throughout the year.
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This analysis originally appeared on Cards Wire, detailing Valentin Senn”s contract situation and his outlook for the 2026 offseason.
