Apr

27

Looks like Edge is on his way out

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April 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Judging by the Cardinals’ draft picks, 2 of whom were running backs, it looks like Edgerrin James might get his wish of a trade or a release.  Here is a summary of Arizona’s draft and more information can be found at www.nfl.com
Round 1, Pick 31 Chris Wells, RB, Ohio State
Round 2, Pick 63 overall, Cody Brown, [...]

Mar

4

Warner to stay a Cardinal for 2 more years!!

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March 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment

After acceptance of an offer by Kurt Warner which contained a “hometown discount”, Warner will remain in Arizona for 2 more years. The contract, valued at $23 million, includes a $15 million signing bonus (must be nice!) At any rate, the Cards originally offered him a 2 year-$20 million deal but reports stated he wanted [...]

Feb

15

Anquan Boldin, free agency, and the coaching shortage in AZ

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February 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Cardinals’ linebackers coach Bill Davis has been promoted to defensive coordinator after the firing of former coordinator Clancy Pendergast earlier this month.
Seth Wickersham of ESPN the Magazine wrote a great article last week about the goings-on in Arizona. You can read the entire article at http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/columns/story?id=3894167. Among his insights:
Warner, the prince of [...]

Jan

23

Cardinals get the SI hat trick

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January 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment

For the 3rd week in the row, a Cardinal graces the cover of Sports Illustrated.  This week, Kurt Warner with the caption “NFC Champs Flying High: The Cardinals soar out of the west to challenge the Steelers.” What was surprising about this issue, at least to me, is that, on p. 35, Jim Trotter picks [...]

Jan

18

OK Doubters…Time to STFU!!!

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January 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment

WTG Arizona Cardinals….2008 NFC CHAMPIONS!!!!  Once they beat Atlanta and shut down Michael Turner, I knew that there’d be no stopping them, especially against the chronically overrated Donovan McNabb.
What a game by Kurt Warner, Larry Fitzgerald, and the Cardinals’ D!!!  After a scary 3rd quarter, the defense stepped it up again and put the icing on the [...]

Jan

9

And gracing the cover of this week’s SI…

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January 9, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Larry Fitzgerald!!  WTG Fitz!  Also on the cover, “Arizona is DANGEROUS - Bring on the Panthers”.
Also, on page 38, Jim Trotter has a nice piece about the Cardinals’ rushing game and the resurgence of Edgerrin James, currently the 11th leading rusher in NFL history. 

Dec

28

It was good, but will it be good enough? Week 17 Post Game Report

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December 28, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Cardinals 34, Seahawks 21
The Cardinals had an impressive showing against Seattle this afternoon; but will it be enough to beat the hot Atlanta Falcons next week in the first round of the divisional playoffs?
Kurt Warner tossed 4 TDs, 2 of them to Larry Fitzgerald, one to Jerheme Urban and one to Steve Breaston who, along [...]

Nov

2

Still in 1st Place (and already nearly a lock for the division title) - Week 9 Post Game Report

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November 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Cardinals 34, Rams 13
Well, it appears the upstart Rams have stalled much like earlier in the year, thanks to stellar performances by Tim Hightower, Kurt Warner, Jerheme Urban, Anquan Boldin, and the DST.
Hightower, starting in place of Edgerrin James managed 22 carries for 109 yds and a TD, and I was very warmed to see [...]

Oct

29

Week 9 Pre-Game Report, Cardinals (4-3) @ Rams (2-5)

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October 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Coming off a tough loss last week to Carolina, the Cards look to rebound vs. the newly-resurgent Rams (and Kurt Warner’s former team) at the Edward Jones Dome in St. Louis.
The Cardinals had a good game last week.  Edgerrin James’ fumble was, frankly, the turning point.  Therefore, one wonders if Tim Hightower will get more carries in addition to [...]

Oct

26

So Freaking Close

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October 26, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Cardinals 24, Panthers 27
Let me first say that Anquan Boldin is a maniac!! Wow, 1st game back after a serious facial injury/surgery and he caught 9 balls for 63 yds and 2 big TDs. But alas, as has been the case with the Cardinals this season, they can’t seem to close the deal on the [...]

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