1/8 Arizona Cardinals news: Waiting for coaching decision, Washington recognized, RG3 injured

It was late on Monday, but the report came out as to when the Cardinals are going to interview Jay Gruden. We also heard about Robert Griffin III and his injured knee (that Kirk Cousins pick doesn't look so dumb now, does it?) and Peter King likes Daryl Washington. Mike Sando also goes over all the coaching candidates, including Andy Reid, who ended up with the Chiefs.

Read on for the links below:

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Arizona Cardinals to interview Jay Gruden on Thursday
The Cardinals are scheduled to interview Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Jay Gruden on Thursday in Arizona, according to a source.

Coach, GM search: Where the Cardinals stand. | Insiders
It seems like it’s been a month, not a week, since the Cardinals fired coach Ken Whisenhunt and General Manager Rod Graves. It’s not a surprise that both jobs are still open. Team President Michael Bidwill tends to move methodically when making big decisions.

azcentral.com video: Dan Bickley talks Cards coaching candidates
azcentral sports' Dan Bickley and Jay Taylor debate the Cardinals coaching candidates in The Pit

Word From the Birds Blog | To wait or not to wait, that’s the question
The Cardinals interviewed Broncos offensive coordinator Mike McCoy over the weekend, while Denver was on a bye before starting in the playoffs. As of now, he’s the only candidate the Cards have interviewed that remains in the playoffs. As pointed out by Les Bowen in Philly today, the NFL has a rule where a team can’t execute an agreement with or announce a head coach if that coach is still working in the playoffs.

Word From the Birds Blog | Washington gets SI honor
Washington had a huge season, even if he wasn’t able to nab that 10th sack when it was all said and done.

"A Big Part Of The Interview Process"
How to fix quarterback issues key question Bidwill asking potential coaches

Closer look at Cards coaching candidates - NFC West Blog - ESPN
Mike Sando looks at Andy Reid, Ray Horton, Mike McCoy, Jay Gruden and Todd Haley

NFL:

Robert Griffin III injury: Redskins QB has 'partially torn' ligaments - SBNation.com
Further tests of Robert Griffin III's right knee injury revealed a partial tear of his ACL and LCL, according to a report.

NFL coaching rumors round-up: Browns, Cardinals, Eagles, Bears continue their search - SBNation.com
We take a look at the latest coaching and GM rumors around the league as teams ramp up their efforts to land a leader.

The RGIII injury, Mike Shanahan, and the same old Redskins - SBNation.com
Robert Griffin III was supposed to be the face of a new era for the Redskins. Sunday, Mike Shanahan became the face of everything that's been wrong with this team all along.

NFL playoff schedule looks familiar as Divisional round approaches - SBNation.com
The first full weekend of the NFL playoffs are in the books, setting the stage for the Divisional round. Before moving on, let's look back at what we learned from the four winners on Wild Card weekend.

Chris Clemons injury: Seahawks DE has torn ACL, according to reports - SBNation.com
Seattle defensive end Chris Clemons tore his ACL and meniscus against the Redskins, according to reports.

Dolphins expected to pursue Greg Jennings in offseason - SBNation.com
The Miami Dolphins are expected to pursue veteran wide receiver Greg Jennings in the offseason.

Here's what Andy Reid said at his first press conference with the Chiefs - Arrowhead Pride
The Chiefs coaching search is officially over after the team formally introduced Andy Reid as the newest head coach of the Chiefs in a Monday press conference. You can find an update on what Reid and owner Clark Hunt had to say.

Chargers coaching rumors: Mike Holmgren, Bruce Arians reportedly in mix - SBNation.com
The San Diego Chargers seem to be interested in a former head coach and current offensive coordinator to fill their coaching vacancy.

Chargers GM rumors: Jimmy Raye, Colts' Tom Telesco among favorites - SBNation.com
Jimmy Ray and Tom Telesco are the front-runners for the San Diego Chargers' general manager vacancy.

Buffalo Bills introduce Doug Marrone as head coach - SBNation.com
Doug Marrone was officially introduced as Bills head coach at a press conference on Monday.

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