The Cardinals have claimed Dennard on waivers from the Patriots, ESPN.com reports.

Dennard, who can play both inside and outside cornerback, bolsters the team's depth at the position, but IDP relevance is a break or two away, with the likes of Patrick Peterson, Jerraud Powers and Justin Bethel also in the mix. In six games for the Patriots last season, Patrick Peterson.notched 15 tackles and a pick.

Dennard (hamstring) is getting released by the Patriots, Ben Volin of the Boston Globe

New England can save approximately $1.5 million against the 2015 cap by releasing Dennard, who started 20 games in his first three seasons, after being selected in the seventh round of the 2012 NFL Draft. He's never been much of an IDP commodity, failing to reach 40 tackles each year. New England's cornerback group has taken a step back from 2014, but the team does have quite a few options to compete for significant roles.

The Patriots have placed Dennard (hamstring) on IR, the Boston Globe reports.

Dennard, who is dealing with a hamstring injury, thus finishes the 2014 season with 15 tackles and a pick in six games.

Dennard is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bears csnne.com reports.

Dennard wasn't listed on the Patriots' injury report this week, so he's presumably a healthy scratch Sunday, while fellow cornerback Malcolm Butler will suit up for the team this week.

Dennard (shoulder) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Bengals.

Dennard will be suiting up for the first time since Week 1, so a wait-and-see approach is order from an IDP perspective.

Dennard (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's night's game against the Bengals, ESPN.com reports.

Having missed the Patriots' last three games, Dennard remains in the iffy category this week, and give the team's late kickoff, he's a risky IDP roll.

Dennard (shoulder) has been downgraded to out for Monday's game against the Chiefs, Mike Reiss of ESPN Boston reports.

Dennard's health must have taken a turn for the worse, as he was originally listed as probable for Monday's game. Logan Ryan will likely get the start at cornerback in Dennard's place.

Dennard (shoulder) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Chiefs, ESPN Boston reports.

Dennard is on track to return this week after missing the Patriots' last two games. The Patriots' pass defense has excelled despite his absence, giving up just 168.7 yards per game through the air -- the top mark in the league.

Dennard (shoulder) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Raiders.

Dennard, who was also inactive for last Sunday's game against the Vikings, recorded two tackles and a pick in Week 1.

Dennard (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Raiders, ESPN.com reports.

Dennard was inactive for last Sunday's game against the Vikings, though he was able to practice in a limited fashion this week. The cornerback recorded two tackles and a pick in Week 1.

Dennard (undisclosed) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

Dennard wasn't on the Patriots' Week 2 injury report, but he'll sit Sunday, which figures to result in added snaps for the likes of Kyle Arrington.

Patriots activated CB Alfonzo Dennard (shoulder surgery) from the active/PUP list.

Patriots CB Alfonzo Dennard is recovering from offseason shoulder surgery.

Dennard originally hurt his shoulder against the Rams in Week 8. He hardly missed any time after that, but ended up needing a repair and sat out the entire offseason program. Dennard should be ready to go as a third or fourth corner this when training camp rolls around.

Patriots CB Alfonzo Dennard will report to a Nebraska jail to serve his 60-day sentence for felony assault and violating his probation.

Dennard's initial sentence was only 30 days, but 30 more were added after he violated his probation. He was also given 100 more hours of community service and an extra year of probation. Dennard could be released in 38 days with good behavior. By starting the sentence now, it is possible he will miss little if any of the Pats offseason program. Dennard was not spectacular in 2013 but projects as a starting cornerback for New England in 2014.

Patriots CB Alfonzo Dennard (knee, shoulder) is listed as questionable for the Divisional Round.

Dennard sat out practice last week, but returned to limited participation on Tuesday and hasn't had any setbacks. Despite being listed as questionable, he's expected to be available for Saturday's game against the Colts.

Patriots CB Alfonzo Dennard exited Sunday's game against the Browns with a shoulder injury.

Dennard hurt his shoulder in the first quarter and is being called questionable to return. Logan Ryan is in at corner opposite Aqib Talib.

Patriots CB Alfonzo Dennard had 30 days added to his original 30-day jail sentence Thursday as a result of violating his probation.

Dennard violated his probation, which was originally part of his sentence for a felony assualt conviction earlier this year. Dennard also must perform an additional 100 hours of community service on top of the 100 he already had, had his probation extended by one year, and must refrain from drinking alcohol. Dennard will begin serving his jail time on March 1, and his sentence can be reduced to 38 days due to good behavior. Judge Stephanie Stacy warned Dennard by saying, "I want you to know this is your last chance."

Patriots CB Alfonzo Dennard (knee) has been ruled out for Week 13.

Dennard suffered a setback with his knee injury in the second quarter of Sunday night's win over the Broncos and was only able to practice on a limited basis this week. Kyle Arrington will replace him at right cornerback, with Logan Ryan playing in nickel packages.

Patriots CB Alfonzo Dennard (knee) is expected to be out a few weeks.

According to the NFL Network, Dennard had a small meniscus procedure over the weekend. It's a concern for the Patriots as they head into a matchup with Peyton Manning and the Broncos this week. Their other starting corner, Aqib Talib, appeared to aggravate his hip injury in the loss at Carolina Monday night.

The Boston Herald reports Patriots CB Alfonzo Dennard (knee) is expected to miss Week 12, and is without a timetable for a return.

It's bad news for a Patriots team that will be hosting Peyton Manning and the Broncos on Sunday, and also dealing with injuries to Aqib Talib (hip) and Kyle Arrington (groin). Dennard injured his knee in practice last week, but the Pats have predictably provided few details. He's likely dealing with an MCL issue of some sort.