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ArticlePackers-Cardinals joint practice: Live updatesAugust 26, 2026

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Kitan Oladapo put a hit on Cardinals WR Jalen Brooks, jarring football loose, and Kenion dives to pick the pass before it hits ground.

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Brooks loses ball after hard hit, leading to interception in joint practice.

Cardinals WR Jalen Brooks was hit by Kitan Oladapo during joint practice, resulting in a jarred football that was intercepted by Packers safety Murvin Kenion; the play highlighted physical coverage and potential vulnerability to aggressive defensive play.

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Brooks has uncanny ability to get open in soft zones; could compete for slot snaps.

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Brooks part of Cardinals' deep and talented receiver room.

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Brooks projected for 10–11 tackles, 2 TFLs, and 1 sack in Week 1.

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Brooks projected 10–11 tackles, 2 TFLs, and 1 sack in Week 1.

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