Cardinals license plates - Now comes news the state will indeed offer a Cardinals license plate as one of eight new choices (to add to the stunning 37 other "special" plates Arizona residents can already buy for an extra $25 a year).

NFC breakout players - Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie: The Cardinals brought him along slowly as a rookie, and he became their top corner in the second half of the season. His speed allows him to compensate for mistakes, and he's learning that studying video and refining his craft are keys to fulfilling his potential, which is considerable.

News is still very slow and most likely will be for the next couple of weeks. If you find any Cardinals-related, or general NFL, stories that are interesting feel free to post a link in the comment section.

DeMaurice Smith (New NFLPA head) has tough job - Of all the leaders of major professional sports unions, NFL Players Association executive director DeMaurice Smith clearly has the toughest job right now. He faces NFL owners pushing for a potential lockout. Retired players still are unwilling to invest complete trust in him. Then there are the high expectations that come with being a hotshot lawyer who impressed the current players into giving him the job five months ago. Basically, Smith doesn't have the luxury of easing into his position. He has to hit home runs, early and often, over the first few years of his tenure.