Arizona added Roy Mbaeteka to its International Player List after claiming him off waivers from Cleveland. The 6-8, 330-pound tackle hails from Nigeria and came to the NFL via the International Pathway Program, with prior stints in New York, Chicago and Cleveland before this move. The club also benefited from Valentin Senn’s placement on injured reserve, opening a spot that the Cardinals quickly filled as offensive-line depth becomes a concern with Christian Jones dealing with an injury. The combination signals a measured push to fortify the line through IPC routes as the unit navigates recent misfortunes.

The move matters for fantasy depth at the front five. While Mbaeteka may not be immediate starter, his path from IPC to NFL roster adds a potential future blocker who could develop into swing-corner insurance if he secures a spot. The Cardinals are balancing two realities: preserve roster flexibility by leveraging IPC players and address acute injuries that tighten the interior O-line rotation heading into a stretch of games that will test the line’s durability.

The Arizona Cardinals added Roy Mbaeteka off waivers, filling the vacancy created when Valentin Senn landed on injured reserve with a neck issue. Mbaeteka, a towering 6-8, 330-pound tackle from Nigeria, comes through NFL’s International Player Pathway system and has spent time with the Giants, Bears and Browns. With Senn out, Arizona exposed a roster spot that could become a 17th practice-squad slot if Mbaeteka clears waivers. Expect limited work this week, with a push for action likely in the preseason finale against Las Vegas after the Broncos game.

The Arizona Cardinals are gearing up for the 2025 season with their training camp commencing on July 22. A pivotal addition to their roster is undrafted rookie offensive lineman Valentin Senn, who hails from Austria. Utilizing an international exemption, Senn brings a unique background, having played for the Swarco Raiders before spending five years in the NCAA at Colorado and UConn. He started at left tackle for three seasons, totaling 41 appearances across his college career.

Senn has signed a three-year contract valued at just over $3 million, which includes a $40,000 signing bonus and is set to earn $840,000 in his 2025 season, with $234,000 guaranteed. As a rookie, he faces the usual challenges of securing a roster spot, but his unique path and potential could provide the Cardinals with valuable depth on the offensive line.