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We've talked about several free agent running backs (including Kevin Jones, LaMont Jordan and Cedric Benson) and haven't talked about several others (Shaun Alexander, Ron Dayne and Travis Henry) for various reasons. The recent arrest of JJ Arrington got me thinking even more about the possibility of signing another running back. Arrington's arrest may or may not effect his status with the team for the upcoming season, but regardless the depth at running back is questionable at best. A significant  injury to Edgerrin James might just be the worst single injury that the Cardinals could sustain in 2008. 

So that got me thinking, if I'm Rod Graves, what would I do? Would I want to look at a another running back to sign or does the current crop of free agents have too many question marks, including injury concerns (Jones & Jordan), age concerns (Alexander, Dayne) or off the field baggage concerns (Benson & Henry)? What would you do? If you have another guy on your mind, feel free to share as well.

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How would you handle the running back situation?
It's fine, leave it alone.
5 votes
Sign Kevin Jones.
14 votes
Sign LaMont Jordan.
2 votes
Sign Cedric Benson.
7 votes
Sign Shaun Alexander.
5 votes
Sign Ron Dayne.
3 votes
Sign Travis Henry.
2 votes
We need somebody but not one of these guys.
2 votes

40 votes | Poll has closed

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Although...

...Cedric was incredibly stupid getting 2 DUI’s in a month, I think he should get another chance. I don’t think someone’s career should be derailed for misdemeanors. Besides, Tent City isn’t that bad :)

by Red Reign on Jun 20, 2008 2:38 PM MDT reply actions   0 recs

LOL -- nice

I agree he deserves another somewhere and his age and a glimmer of potential will get him at least one more opportunity. He’d have to be an upgrade over either Shipp and Arrington.

by cgolden on Jun 20, 2008 3:23 PM MDT up reply actions   0 recs

Toss up Benson or Jones

I’d think that either Benson or Jones would be an upgrade as backups.
Injuries would be the main concern with Jones – i suppose if he was only a backup he might last the season. He would give bit of speed that Edge hasn’t got.
I voted Benson because I think his more recent production swayed me but my main concern with him is obviously character. Maybe getting cut could be the kick up the arse he needed. Maybe not though.
Jordan doesn’t excite me much either does Ron Dayne.
Travis Henry – no thanks.
Alexander is intruiging though. He would probably cost to much either way.

by CardsIrish on Jun 20, 2008 3:24 PM MDT reply actions   0 recs

I don't think...

...DUI’s are indicative of bad character. Bad choices maybe. Also, the jury is still out on what happened with the boat drama. Witnesses are still siding with Benson on that deal.

by Red Reign on Jun 20, 2008 3:29 PM MDT up reply actions   0 recs

And...

I’m not sure AZ can afford Henry’s paternity suits.

by Red Reign on Jun 20, 2008 3:30 PM MDT up reply actions   0 recs

DUI's not the only issue

Fair enough but 2 in a month definitely doesn’t look good. The other charcter issues I was thinking of were his locker room influence. By all accounts he wasn’t very well thought of in Chicago. If he could demonstrate a change of attitude by signing an incentive laden deal then maybe.
I think I’m starting to lean towards Jones a bit more now though.

by CardsIrish on Jun 21, 2008 7:23 AM MDT up reply actions   0 recs

good points

Jones speed and age is the reason he’s my choice but I certainly agree with your views on Benson as well. He’s proven he can be a decent #2.

by cgolden on Jun 20, 2008 5:10 PM MDT up reply actions   0 recs

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