(DAY 7) Open Thread: Trades, Signings, Rumors, and Other News (See Comments And Reactions To Moves As They Happen)
by CardsFan08 on Aug 1, 2011 12:00 AM MDT
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PrintThe Arizona Cardinals Front Office continues to impress the league and their fans by being true to their word and being aggressive in the shortened Free Agency period. After a slow start, and fan losing patience waiting for news of the QB decision while watching FA QB's being signed by teams around the league, the word was finally passed that Philadelphia Eagles QB Kevin Kolb had been traded to Arizona for a 2nd round pick in the 2012 draft and starting CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie. The die had been cast, some fans agreed with the move, others wanted Denver Broncos QB Kyle Orton. The big question that remained was simply, "You have a QB, now who's next and how are you going to fill all of the other holes on the team?"
The Arizona Cardinals responded by being more active in three days time than they traditionally are in full Free Agency periods.
The team recap: (source)
Key arrivals: Ex-Panthers UFA CB Richard Marshall, July 30; Ex-Eagles UFA LB Stewart Bradley, July 29; Traded for ex-Eagles QB Kevin Kolb, July 28 (Eagles get CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie and second-round pick; Kolb agrees to new five-year contract worth $63 million with more than $20 million guaranteed); Ex-Packers UFA OG Daryn Colledge, July 29; Ex-Panthers UFA TE Jeff King, July 29; Ex-Ravens UFA TE Todd Heap, July 31, Ex-Eagle UFA ILB Stewart Bradley, July 29; Ex-Brown UFA OG Floyd Womack, July 30; Ex-Steeler UFA DE Nick Eason, July 30; Ex-Brown WR Chansi Stuckey, July 29; Traded for Ex-Redskin DE Vonnie Holliday, July 31 (Traded Tim Hightower and received Holliday and 6th round conditional draft pick).
Departures: Traded CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie to Eagles, July 28 (Cardinals get QB Kevin Kolb); UFA WR Steve Breaston, July 29 (to Chiefs); Cut QB Derek Anderson, LB Gerald Hayes, July 28; Traded RFA RB Tim Hightower to Redskins, July 31 (Cardinals get DE Vonnie Holliday and a 6th round conditional draft pick), DE Alan Branch July 29 (to Seahawks), .
Key re-signings: UFA FB Reagan Maui'a, July 29; UFA TE Stephen Spach, July 29; UFA C Lyle Sendlein, July 29; UFA P Ben Graham, July 29; UFA S Hamza Abdullah, July 29; UFA CB Michael Adams, July 29; UFA OT D'Anthony Batiste, July 29; UFA C Ben Claxton, July 29; RFA WR Early Doucet, July 29; RFA OT Brandon Keith, July 29; UFA OG Deuce Lutui, July 31 (one year).
Unsigned players: FB Nehemiah Broughton (UFA), DT Keilen Dykes (UFA), OG Alan Faneca (UFA-retired), DE Kenny Iwebema (UFA), CB Trumaine McBride (RFA), TE Ben Patrick (UFA), NT Bryan Robinson (UFA), S Matt Ware (UFA), DT Gabe Watson (UFA), RB Jason Wright (UFA-retired).
This is a FanPost and does not necessarily reflect the views of Revenge of the Birds' (ROTB) editors. It does reflect the views of this particular fan though, which is as important as the views of ROTB's editors.
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We can handle a diva!
Does anyone not remember Anquan Boldin? He was not the same problem off the feild but he was very vocal on the field. All I know is that I am excited to go to a few games this year. drink some beer and eat some good barbeque, and see the cards win some games. I really wanna see them play the eagles. They remind me of the Miami Heat!
Hey now,
There also is not a WR in the league quite like Boldin
Boldin was a beast
I would not classify him as a diva.
by Jesse Reynolds on Aug 1, 2011 11:31 PM MDT up reply actions
Still love the OL pickups...
Heap is a great safety valve for Kolb, who may not even need it if they really can seal Edwards to run opposite Fitz. Could be a very potent offense, provided this staff can get them all to gel in time for the season!
Plus I still really like the younger guys the Cards have on D. Especially PP and those LBs that haven’t hit their full potential yet.
In Every Climb and Place....
by PhoenicianPakFan on Aug 1, 2011 12:21 AM MDT reply actions
Wait what?
In Every Climb and Place....
by PhoenicianPakFan on Aug 1, 2011 12:40 AM MDT up reply actions
Also, added to the key arrivals:
Stewart Bradley, ILB
Floyd Womack, OG
Nick Eason, DE
Vonnie Holliday, DE
Chansi Stuckey, WR
Faith Focus Finish
Some players to think about
NT – Gabe Watson
CB – Trumaine McBride
DE – Kenny Iwebema
OT – Max Starks (Released by Pittsburgh)
WR – Braylon Edwards (UFA Jets)
*CB – Antonio Cromartie (Signed four-year deal worth $32 million with Jets)
OLB – Manny Lawson (UFA 49ers)
WR – Malcolm Floyd (UFA San Diego)
WR – Terrell Owens (UFA Cincinnati) – Never, ever, ever sign
WR – Legedu Naanee (UFA San Diego)
Section 103, Row 19
Thinking Iwebema may not be coming back.
Now that we have Nick Eason and Vonnie Holliday. Neither will be around long but Iwebema has had some injury issues.
Not wise, Remember Eason and Holliday are over 30
Iwebema is a young guy that can develop behind those guys… we need to develop the young guys
Carried seven DL last season
Holliday and Eason are both listed as DE. We have no NT/DT depth signed except for rookies (unless it has happened today and I’m not up to speed yet). Iwebema is not signed yet (again same disclaimer). I agree it’s not good to have no developing depth at the position but it doesn’t look like Iwebema is going to be brought back to be that guy.
Legedu Naanee
63 receptions in four years. The team is loaded up with receivers already. Can’t see them giving this guy a deal now. If they bring in another receiver it will be someone that is a definite #2 option, like Edwards.
He and Fitz
both have some long dreadlocks, I like the pairing.
It was key that he left!
We needed him on the streets, lol.
Section 103, Row 19
by CardsFan08 on Aug 1, 2011 12:38 AM MDT up reply actions 6 recs
This cannot be overstated....
+1
In Every Climb and Place....
by PhoenicianPakFan on Aug 1, 2011 12:39 AM MDT up reply actions
I'm really loving the offense
Time for Adams to step it up.
Edwards Knife fight?
I think Edwards got into some altercation sunday night. About 1 A.M. arizona time. I hope I’m mistaken but apparently he hangs with some ghetto shady people. Edwards tweeted some weird message
"don’t fight. if you dont know how"
then he made another one…I forgot what exactly. They are both deleted. Here’s another tweet by someone claiming to hang with him at that time.
Well.....
that would be smart of him…..
In Every Climb and Place....
by PhoenicianPakFan on Aug 1, 2011 3:23 AM MDT up reply actions
Assuming Edwards isn't in jail and suspended by now...
Maybe bring him in, maybe Floyd. If we don’t get either of those guys, there isn’t really anyone left I would expect to step into a No. 2 role, other than possibly TO.
Nose tackle! Sooner or later we’re gonna have to sign one!
I don't know....
as much as people hate on the Jets, there aren’t really any “problem” people there. Rex seems to have the respect of his team and not really any legal issues there (if Plex stays clean). Not sure role models are the issue. This would be a quieter town than NY though, for sure. Not so much media, hype and pressure.
In Every Climb and Place....
by PhoenicianPakFan on Aug 1, 2011 5:28 AM MDT up reply actions
Vonnie Holliday is reportedly thinking about retiring instead of reporting to the Cards camp
If true, what does this do for the trade? Bring Hightower back?
I hope so, because I like timmy, but
Maybe they just incresse the draft pick from a conditional 6th to a conditional 4th or 3rd?
No more night. I have seen the light. Let it shine on bright.
HANG HIM HIGHER!!!
by Cuckoo for Coco Puffs on Aug 1, 2011 7:51 AM MDT via mobile up reply actions
No worries.
@mikejurecki: Hollidays tweets “Just Rumors” in regards abt reporting, Cards can use Holliday, good rotation on D-line. RT @therealholliday: @rimrockCardFan “Just Rumors!!!”
Faith Focus Finish
Lofa Tatupu?
I read that SeaChickens ‘mutually agreed’ and released Tatupu. He would be a nice fit here you think? How much are Cards under the cap? What $$$ is left to spend. I would also rather see Floyd here than Edwards as #2 WR
Tatupu has played exclusively in a 4-3, we run a 3-4 here.
That, combined with the fact that he wouldn’t restructure to take less money from the seahawks, points to him not coming anywhere close to the desert..
Faith Focus Finish
Bradley and Lenon
Played the same spot as Tatupu we have our rangy tackler in Washington and now we need a thumper
Tweet from Vonnie Holliday
Hollidays tweets “Just Rumors” in regards abt reporting, Cards can use Holliday, good rotation on D-line. RT @therealholliday: “Just Rumors!!!”
Colin cowherd...
Seattle and SF both tanking free agency because their plan is to go for Andrew Luck.
No more night. I have seen the light. Let it shine on bright.
HANG HIM HIGHER!!!
by Cuckoo for Coco Puffs on Aug 1, 2011 8:35 AM MDT via mobile reply actions
I could see
Harbaugh wanting to tank so he could link back up with Luck next year. I’m liking the Cards chances in this division. The Rams are getting better though and I like Bradford as a QB over Kolb
Panthers looking to bring in Veteran QB.
Get this, they are likely going to sign DEREK ANDERSON!!! Ha Ha Ha Ha aahahahhahahahhahahahahahhahahahah!!!!!!
by Superfizzogotflow on Aug 1, 2011 10:01 AM MDT reply actions
Last year
Do you guys remember last year having Browns fans come on here with this type of reaction?
I feel bad for Carolina.
hahahahahahaha
"The true test of a person's intellligence is how much they agree with you."
We kept telling them he would do better here...
with having Larry as a WR you would think we would have been right. Nope, he’s horrible. I’m just hoping we get another gem about how hard he tries to do well.
by Superfizzogotflow on Aug 1, 2011 10:49 AM MDT up reply actions
He did do better
He didn’t throw for only 3 touchdowns compared to 11 interceptions and complete under 50 percent of his passes.
Not a big improvement, but he sucked less than he did in 09.
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
by JoeCB1991 on Aug 1, 2011 10:56 AM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
I hope he gets to start
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
You could imagine my surprise
when visiting ESPN and seeing HIM on the front page!
by Superfizzogotflow on Aug 1, 2011 10:50 AM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
Any word on how fans of the other NFC West teams feel about the moves we are making?
Bet the 49ers fans are angry because we are being aggressive and they haven’t done a damn thing yet.
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
Im thinking STL fans should be pretty comfortable with what they got going
Got some nice FA like S Q.Mikell and Jags WR Sims Walker… the ATL G Dahl. Nothing flashy but in their quiet way they are doing things right. The rams are the NFC west team ill be worried about
Fitz is going to get even richer
Cardschatter Darren Urban
Was never any doubt on Cards’ end RT @kentsomers: Graves said Fitz will be highest paid player in team history. One of highest paid in NFL.
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
Fitz (the anti-diva)as you dubbed him yesterday
Deserves to be the highest paid WR in the league. Besides his great on field play, he’s a community leader, law abiding citizen (don’t underestimate the importance of that), and an overall good guy.He’s a guy people WANT to root for. I for one, feel lucky to have him on MY favorite team.
No more night. I have seen the light. Let it shine on bright.
HANG HIM HIGHER!!!
by Cuckoo for Coco Puffs on Aug 1, 2011 10:54 AM MDT via mobile up reply actions
Absolutely 2nd your sentiments for Fitz as he has been nothing short of a class act player and more importantly person.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
-Bender
Guess what
ESPN is waiting to fawn over Rex Ryans press conference again.
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
Heard that Whiz will be on the Scott Van Pelt show too
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
Moss is gone
AdamSchefter Adam Schefter
Filed to ESPN: Future Hall-of-Fame wide receiver Randy Moss has decided to retire rather than continue playing, agent Joel Segal said.
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
Saw this on a post from the Chiefs blog that showed up on the sidebar
Bad Thigpen
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
Whose bone is that n his hand?
"The true test of a person's intellligence is how much they agree with you."
Its too quiet now
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
Same plan here
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
timring3TV Tim Ring
First look at Patrick Peterson in Cardinal red – exciting stuff http://twitpic.com/5zek0n
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
After all the excitement
the past few days…I’m bored. Any news?
Mike Jurecki
Birdseed I’m hearing Braylon Edwards is looking 4 Steve Breaston $ 5 yrs 25 10 bonus , he doesn’t have many offers at that price, deciding if he shld take a 1 yr deal?
Oh good news. Braylons looking for Steve Breaston's number if he comes to AZ
Birdseed I’m hearing Braylon Edwards is looking 4 Steve Breaston $ 5 yrs 25 10 bonus , he doesn’t have many offers at that price, deciding if he shld take a 1 yr deal?
Tweet from Mike Jurecki concerning Braylon Edwards.
Mike Jurecki
According to Washington Post ther reporting 4 teams talking w/ Braylon Edwards agent… AZ, Wash, Tenn, Minnesota.
I had to post SWAGtangibles pic up for CAR
I hope they enjoy him. They were talking about how he’s never had the weapons around him that he has in Carolina…
by Superfizzogotflow on Aug 1, 2011 12:28 PM MDT reply actions
HAHA!!!
Guys, I just got super excited thinking that we don’t have to watch DA this year and will actually have a competent QB under center
And we might get to see him in week one
I would love to see 9-0 knock DA on his ass!
Arizona Sports (minus) UofA wildcats = Love!
Oh God that would be great and might ease my tormented mind.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
-Bender
What?
They have weapons better than Fitz?
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
I have a friend that is a Panthers fan
And he tried to convince me of this exact thing. Says they are a much better team than we are which is why they beat us last year. Oh ignorance…
Arizona Sports (minus) UofA wildcats = Love!
I saw one of the people on there saying Steve Smith is as good as Fitz right now
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
HA!
Arizona Sports (minus) UofA wildcats = Love!
Good/Bad news
4 teams are now in the hunt for Braylon. Arizona, Washington, Tenessee, and Minnesota. The two teams that I can see him goin are her to AZ and to Minnesota. Both have QB’s and key WR’s that can help take coverage off him
I honestly think we are the leading team
Money is the only thing I could see that would persuade him to go to the vikings rather than coming here.
Arizona Sports (minus) UofA wildcats = Love!
that is, if the Vikings can offer more. Not sure what their money situation is looking like
Arizona Sports (minus) UofA wildcats = Love!
The Cardinals have been distracting me way too much from my school work.
It has taken me two days now to write a 4 page paper on Plato’s Allegory of the Cave. Cardinals news is way more important than Plato.
Arizona Sports (minus) UofA wildcats = Love!
Whiz on the thought of P2 Starting in Week 1
Cardschatter Darren Urban
Whisenhunt on the possibility CB Patrick Peterson could start Wk 1: “You know that’s tough for me. But I’m staying open-minded.”
Whiz on Beanie Wells "Make or break season"
Cardschatter Darren Urban
Whiz on RB Beanie Wells: “To say this is a make or break season is a little premature. But this is what he wanted. Clearly he’s the guy.”
Hope he can take advantage of it
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
ArizSports ArizonaSports
Braylon Edwards wants a five-year deal? http://bit.ly/nvB70u
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
5/25 still?
Arizona Sports (minus) UofA wildcats = Love!
the link suggests 5 year 5o is what he is looking for
No deal if he wants that much in my opinion
Arizona Sports (minus) UofA wildcats = Love!
Cardinals apparently want a shorter contract
Arizona Sports (minus) UofA wildcats = Love!
and I agree with that.
Prove yourself, then get rewarded. Give him a year or two, with some options.
I do think we have the better team of those 4...
He, or rather his agent, should know that. Plus, he could be a nice compliment to FItz, Roberts, Heap, Doucet, etc. He would do well here IMO if his head is on straight.
I could also see...
Maybe he wants to be “the guy” and not a #2.
lets take bjoneill74 out back
just the opposite, in fact. humble. RT @bjoneill74: @kentsomers – Kolb is proving to have a big mouth, and should consider shutting it.
Still need 4 more for our little “Defensive Players only” fantasy league experiment.
Click the link, or go to espn.com fantasy and search defense only
http://games.espn.go.com/ffl/leagueoffice?leagueId=110828
Tom Coniam
Devoted Fan of Arizona Cardinals and ASU Sun Devils
But also a lover of the Steel Curtain.
Maintainer of the "Protect The Nest" Facebook community.
http://www.facebook.com/ProtectTheNest
Anyone besides me worried about the OL?
They sucked last year. Period. – Not really open to debate. They could not run block or pass protect.
We added Colledge and Womack (to me kinda eh; maybe a little physical improvement but new to the squad will offset the physical improvement) and a slew of rookies who will likely not play or if they play get beat a lot.
With the moves we made in other offensive positions, I think the OL is now a glaring weakspot on that side of the ball.
by Drullin'OverDaCards on Aug 1, 2011 1:54 PM MDT reply actions
Analyzing Rhodes’ choice of words about Edwards
Tom Coniam
Devoted Fan of Arizona Cardinals and ASU Sun Devils
But also a lover of the Steel Curtain.
Maintainer of the "Protect The Nest" Facebook community.
http://www.facebook.com/ProtectTheNest
That would be sweet.
I think we will still address the OL. See how camp and preseason goes, possibly making some trades or pickups along the way.
Slow news day today.. was hoping to get word of the Edwards deal being done.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
-Bender
Hope it gets done before the day is up
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
Interesting article on a new QB rating system. Didn't know where to post it but thought some might enjoy the read.
http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcwest/post/_/id/41811/how-to-identify-nfls-best-quarterbacks
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
-Bender
Mark Sanchez isn't even good enough to be "around average"....
The stat is wrong.
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
The stat was only for 2010.
I want to get a good look at it before making any judgement. It has not been unveiled yet. ESPN is just starting to advertise it.
http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d5d8212601e/article/pats-eagles-gear-up-to-challenge-for-conference-supremacy?module=HP11_content_stream
hmmm But the niners haven’t done anything this FA
The panelists all pick the 49ers to win the division every single year
Pretty sure they picked them to win last year, and the year before that, etc…the 49ers never fail to disappoint. One ESPN panelist picked the Cardinals to finish last in the division the year after the Super Bowl when they went 10-6.
by YoungCardsFanatic on Aug 1, 2011 2:52 PM MDT up reply actions
+1
I think Rams should be the favorite – they almost won the division last year with a rookie qb.
It’s good to be the underdog. We need to play like Rodney Dangerfield.
by Drullin'OverDaCards on Aug 1, 2011 5:20 PM MDT up reply actions
mikejurecki: Birdseed' The Vikings interest in Braylon Edwards isn't as high as it was 24 hrs ago, now that they have signed Falcons WR Michael Jenkins. [via Twitter]
better shot at braylon for cards
hopefully the Oline will gell
cause this has potential to be a SCARY offense
He should smoke cigars wrapped in 1000 dollar bills.
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
No, not even close
Both baseball and Basketball average more per player – remember the teams are much smaller and careers are much longer.
by Drullin'OverDaCards on Aug 1, 2011 3:59 PM MDT up reply actions
Actually even Hockey players have a higher average per player
On a football team by the time you count injuries etc. you got close to 70 guys splitting the $$.
by Drullin'OverDaCards on Aug 1, 2011 4:04 PM MDT up reply actions
I saw that Leinart is wearing number 11 now in Houston
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
His USC number
I guess whoever wore number 11 for them last year is gone now.
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
Q is working hard
duffstar Mike Duffy
by AnquanBoldin
Boldin said he’s been working overtime teaching #Ravens large contingent of young WRs.
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
To late I'm already writing the article.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
-Bender
by az78true on Aug 1, 2011 3:20 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
Do we?
I’m not so sure we do. Having a 2nd WR to help take pressure off Fitz is important but Heap should do the same thing. If Roberts or Doucet are worth their salaries they should find a way to get open. Especially if we establish a run game.
by Jesse Reynolds on Aug 1, 2011 5:05 PM MDT up reply actions
Speaking of Roberts...
Darren Urban says “Amazing how confident and good WR Andre Roberts looks compared to the last time we were in Flagstaff.”
Also Dave Pasch
Andre Roberts continues to impress at WR. Could he be a #2? some here feel he can.
Not so much.
Having a threat opposite Fitz leaves Heap against the lesser pass defenders. It benefits everyone. Maybe Roberts can do that, maybe not. I’m not confident a 2nd year receiver is going to be that guy.
Stephen Williams
He looked great last year. But he had troubles during the Regular Season. not saying that’s the case here since Roberts lit it up at the end of the year but why not bring someone in just in case?
We need OL help desperately IMO
Much more than we need a WR
by Drullin'OverDaCards on Aug 1, 2011 5:11 PM MDT up reply actions
They sucked last year. They could not run block or pass protect.
We added Colledge and Womack (to me kinda eh; maybe a little physical improvement but new to the squad will offset the physical improvement) and a slew of rookies who will likely not play or if they play get beat a lot.
With the moves we made in other offensive positions, I think the OL is now a glaring weakspot on that side of the ball.
(I posted this earlier today)
by Drullin'OverDaCards on Aug 1, 2011 5:16 PM MDT up reply actions
exactly
… i actually have much more faith in the interior OL its both tacle spots that have me worried. Levi ought to have improved much more by now
Not good enough
RB may have another blocking assignment. Not just there to pick up after the tackle. I thought for a moment you might have confused yourself and be under the misconception that Reggie Wells was still with the team.
I agree
Interior looks fine, tackles still worry
by Jesse Reynolds on Aug 1, 2011 5:26 PM MDT up reply actions
Sounds like Sampson & Roberts are showing up, but then again, so did Williams last year.
Hoping they all continue the improvements to further improve the team. Hopefully it translates to games.
@azcsports
Overheard coaches raving about rookie TE Rob Housler. From what I saw, I can’t disagree.
Unrelated but, I just found this tweet from Warner funny
kurt13warner Kurt Warner
Delayed in DFW airport… Trying 2 get home! Anybody here find me, I’ll give u an autograph! Good way 2 spend time – little hide-n-seek?
I guess all the excitement from the last views day wore off...
FOOTBALL GODS! GIve us something!
Do it guys!
adrian_wilson24Adrian Wilson
Hey everyone 2morrow is @kerryrhodes b-day. Wish him a early happy b day.
We love proving people wrong Three Years as NFC West Champs!
Darn it
always when im typing someone posts about it right before i send it!
We love proving people wrong Three Years as NFC West Champs!
Looks like they are having fun though!
kerryrhodesKerry Rhodes
Ha ha! Me and LB Stew Bradley got rookie running back ryan williams with the old twist top off water bottle!! Lol. He was soaked! #rookies
We love proving people wrong Three Years as NFC West Champs!
Apparently, Clausen looked worse than he did last year
http://www.catscratchreader.com/2011/8/1/2310407/offense-struggles-in-panthers-first-padded-practice
Anderson was “giving advice” too.
Lifelong Arizona Cardinals/Phoenix Suns/Chicago Bears fan [I have always lived in Arizona, dad is from Chicago].
What advise?
Anderson: Okay throw to that guy.
Clausen: But he is on the defense.
Anderson: Doesn’t matter the objective is to throw to someone.
Clausen: Are you trying to sabatauge me?
Anderson: (quickly) NO! (laughs) no (turns around and thinks to himself) Yees.yees…all is going as planned….
We love proving people wrong Three Years as NFC West Champs!
by AZcardinals480 on Aug 1, 2011 7:42 PM MDT up reply actions
sorry my fat thumbs couldnt hit the right keys on my phone dont mind the typos
We love proving people wrong Three Years as NFC West Champs!
by AZcardinals480 on Aug 1, 2011 9:30 PM MDT up reply actions
haha, why would think I was trying to correct u?
By chuckle I meant that I laughed.
by CanadianCard on Aug 1, 2011 10:02 PM MDT up reply actions
no i just noticed the mispelling I just got home
We love proving people wrong Three Years as NFC West Champs!
by AZcardinals480 on Aug 1, 2011 10:19 PM MDT up reply actions
Clausen, Anderson and Newton
Carolina would manage to assemble the only group of quarterbacks in the league that could make starting Newton look sensible…
Believe it or not...
I saw some suggestions that the Cardinals do nothing at quarterback this year except make John Skelton the starter.
Whoa now,
I was one who was all for putting Skelton under center, and get better in other areas, but by no means was I part of the Luck lottery
hey guys lets do something for Trumaine McBride
Congragulate him on his newborn child!
We love proving people wrong Three Years as NFC West Champs!
Guys I just got super excited looking at our schedule.
We have a great chance of starting 3-0 and being at least 4-1 by our bye week
hell we will get 10 wins on the season!
We love proving people wrong Three Years as NFC West Champs!
by AZcardinals480 on Aug 1, 2011 8:09 PM MDT up reply actions
Well hold on now,
Carolina is now being coached by Ron Rivera, he is no slouch in running a very effective defense (see San Diego the last few years), and he has the talent at all 3 levels to make some serious noise.
Look at their QB's though
The only way they can win is if Kolb throws 3 picks and our D can’t stop Carolina
He has been know to do that.
but I hope he does not.
Cardinals roster is at 93 currently.
Strange to think that a week ago there were half that many. Cuts are due already.
Where's Edwards or Floyd? WTH? The FO knows one or the other is necessary.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
-Bender
Nevermind on Edwards .... don't want a thug ass idiot on the team. I obviously can't say one way or the other if it's true but by twitter it seems true. I don't want an idiot fuck that gets into arguments and has his peeps cut up peeps.
That’s just ass and I don’t want those types on my Cards. Gimme Floyd or gimme someone else … Edwards and that dumb shit can stay the fuck away from my team. Fitz is the measure not some jack like Edwards.. that’s something I don’t think we as fans should or would want to take on.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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There was a twitter feed saying Mr. Edwards had his peeps cut someone. Pretty sure that would be in the news by now.
or they were playing Grand Theft Auto
Profootball talk
Braylon Edwards avoids arrest after members of entourage allegedly attack bar employees . . . with a knife and a fork
No thanks to Edwards as it was reported he was involved in an "incident" that involved people getting arrested and stabbed. No thanks gimme some other WR that can do the same like Floyd.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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Cut not stabbed. But anyway, what way to screw himself.
Good luck with your obscene contract demands now douchebag.
Well, his boys were involved...
For all we know he was finishing his Cherry Cobbler. Hence, the spoon was not used as a weapon.
Frpm the Article...
We’re told Edwards had nothing directly to do with the fight. In fact, the Birmingham police chief said his officers never had any interaction with the wide receiver
Do you all know we as Cards fans have the most horrible person to play for us. Not saying he would be anything close but I don't want people that even remind me of this atrocity.
http://www.rickross.com/reference/yahwehben/yahwehben2.html
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
-Bender
I know most will think this is over reaction but it seems justified as people whom feel entitled do stuff like this. I want Fitz to represent our team not some idiot that runs with people like this... ridiculous.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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I agree...
However, we must have facts first. Even Fitz got a bad rap before with his domestic situation in 2008. We stood by him and believed in him.
So........ A disgusting individual--- doesn't matter how long after.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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Edwards is talented but if this is the company he keeps then I say pass.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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Ehh I think we can fix him.
Sure it’s different than fixing someone who’s cocky but I think that if we bring him to AZ he’ll see how important it is to follow the right company.
You're the damage girlfriend that gets beat.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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You're the damaged girl that gets beat because she gives the guy a way back in..
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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Yeah I thought you were. I just don't want some idiot fuck on the Cards to stain their rep.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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I was all about him but after this I say no .... talk to Floyd's agent. Edwards is trouble sooner than later.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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Maybe, maybe not.
I’m sure the FO would write up his contract with clauses for all that. They are smart, experienced, and no one wants Darnell barking up their tree…especially with NINO!
Okay I can take that ... But if this is the staple of action of Edwards he's a moron and I don't want it. period.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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Plus, we should have already been looking at Floyd.
Maybe there are secrets!
I'm all about team --- Edwards has shown he is all about Edwards. Pass.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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The Cards need a true 2 but not at this cost.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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This might drive Edward's asking price down but I don't see exactly what he did wrong here.
IMO this incident is causing overreactions because of his past.
Just saying guys... I am used to guys like Fitz and I want men like Fitz on the team not boys that think they need to puff up and whip ass. Grow up and realize how blessed you are to be able to play ball for a living.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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To be honest I don't remember that....
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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Shane Boyd maybe?
I dont know about any off the field issues he had I just remember that name for some reason.
sorry guys not trying to be a buzzkill just don't want a putz to destroy all the good the Cards have acquired.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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.Absolutely agree ... just hope I'm wrong about bray
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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If you could choose 1 number 2 WR, hypothetically, who would you pick?
Since its like three of us here. No number ones! If you can help it.
Manningham
Maclin
Harvin
Just like those guys.
Smith or Nicks in there number one?
I guess whoever is Healthy, usually right?
Hard to judge
I consider both of them high-end 2’s
p.s. secretly hoping the Raiders..
sign Zach Miller over the Seahawks
Secretly? F that. If he signs with Seattle that sucks.
They have signed Sydney Rice and Robert Gallery. Adding Zach Miller makes for a pretty good haul. Tarvaris Jackson is under rated and is moving into an offense he already knows.
+1 Most don't get it but T.jack can be a viable qb in the nfl.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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Speaking of Steve Smith
http://www.examiner.com/arizona-football-in-chandler/could-steve-smith-be-heading-to-the-cardinals
Is Mike May a credible source? This is probably just pure speculation on twitter.
mmmm? Where did this come from?
Also, cool article. Ryan Williams is on it. #84
http://espn.go.com/ncf/feature/video/_/id/6805520/yards-glory
wow i'd take steve anyday of the week but he isnt a burner or another big like bray or floyd. would be a great pick up without question.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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Would not surprise me if they were quietly talking to Smith
or at least giving it consideration. They are not done making moves. They just aren’t going at break neck speed anymore. Things have settled down to where that is not necessary. Feels so anticlimactic now.
I'm assuming Bray is too costly so we are going to move on
But I have a feeling Bray will be signed just not by the cards
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by AZcardinals480 on Aug 1, 2011 10:29 PM MDT up reply actions
Wow fitz resigning , smith signs and bray or floyd -- dear God we should have a power house of an offense. The only questions would be the OL and how they gel and if the young bucks on d can make it happen.
"The point is, by my standards, I won fair and square."
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Don't expect any combination of those 3. It will only be one guy that gets a deal here.
If they really are shopping all three then it’s good news. Buyers market.
Manny Lawson leaves SF for Cincy
@ProFootballTalk: Former 49er Manny Lawson agrees to terms with the Bengals on a one-year deal, per league source.
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