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The Arizona Cardinals have made a huge gamble on Sam Bradford’s health as they signed him to be their starting quarterback despite his long history of knee problems. However, Bradford has provided some initial optimism about his chances of staying on the field in Arizona. “My knee feels good,” Bradford said per Darren Urban of […]

It wasn’t all about the money (although $28 million a season ain’t too shabby). That’s what Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins is claiming. While guesting on Pro Football Talk Live with Mike Florio, Cousins revealed that his big decision came down to his desire to win football games. “It came down to my desire to […]

Safety Tyrann Mathieu is now a free agent following the Arizona Cardinals’ decision to release him after he declined a pay cut. However, Mathieu maintains that money takes a backseat to winning in terms of his priorities in deciding which team to play for next. “It’s not all about money for me,” Mathieu said to Albert […]

After learning they weren’t going to be able to sign quarterback Kirk Cousins in NFL free agency, the Arizona Cardinals started exploring other options to replace the recently retired Carson Palmer. The team quickly agreed to a deal with veteran journeyman Sam Bradford on a short-term deal, but it appears the team may have tried […]

Recently released by the Arizona Cardinals, dynamic safety Tyrann Mathieu is reportedly drawing interest from the Houston Texans. A third-round pick in the 2013 NFL Draft by Arizona, Mathieu made the Pro Bowl in 2015 and just finished his first year in which he played in every game during the regular season. He’s essentially still getting […]

The latest update on Tyrann Mathieu’s ongoing contract negotiations with the Arizona Cardinals said that they had made “positive strides” toward restructuring the safety’s deal. However, they obviously weren’t positive enough as the Cardinals have announced that they’ve cut the Honey Badger. We have released safety Tyrann Mathieu.https://t.co/dTmli1kXiq — Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) March 14, 2018 […]

According to reports, the Arizona Cardinals are starting to break positive ground in a possible reworking of Tyrann Mathieu’s contract. This is according to Kent Somers of the Arizona Republic, who states the Cardinals are “making positive strides” toward restructuring the safety’s deal. Somers recently relayed information that pretty much inferred the franchise wasn’t committed to Mathieu […]

Baltimore Ravens safety Eric Weddle took to the mean streets of Twitter to call out quarterback Sam Bradford. Naturally, because of course, it was over money. So dumb. Bradford has been paid more for nothing than anyone in history of nfl — Eric Weddle (@weddlesbeard) March 13, 2018 Obviously, Weddle’s comment is funny. Then again, […]

Mike Glennon, who was last being benched with the Chicago Bears, will sign with the Arizona Cardinals to play the quarterback position. Multiple reports surfaced on the mean streets of Twitter to relay the news. https://twitter.com/tiffblackmon/status/973721095105740800 Here is the deal: The Chicago Bears still need to officially release the gunslinger. When — and if, technically […]

The Arizona Cardinals are coming off a rough season in which injuries to some of the team’s best players derailed any chance of the team competing for a playoff spot in the NFC. The most costly loss was running back David Johnson going down with a wrist injury which resulted in the team acquiring Adrian Peterson […]

The Arizona Cardinals were one of the many teams looking for a quarterback in NFL free agency this offseason. Following the retirement of Carson Palmer, the team was forced to fill the void and they were reportedly able to do that with the addition of veteran Sam Bradford. Although the team will seemingly move forward […]

The first few major dominoes have fallen in free agency with the biggest being Pro Bowl quarterback Kirk Cousins reportedly deciding to sign a three-year, fully-guaranteed deal with the Minnesota Vikings. This had immediately pushed the other remaining quarterback-needy teams around the league to find other suitable options on the open market. Among those teams […]

Former Bears and Cardinals tight end, Chris Gedney, passed away on Friday. He was only 47-years-old. Gedney played his collegiate ball for the Syracuse Orange. The school released a statement following his death. ”Chris was a wonderful co-worker, a friend to all and deeply loyal to Syracuse University and our community,” Syracuse athletic director John […]

The Arizona Cardinals will release veteran running back Adrian Peterson. This report comes by way of ESPN’s Adam Schefter on the mean streets of Twitter. Cardinals expected to release RB Adrian Peterson today, per source. Peterson has a $750,000 bonus due on the third day of league year, Friday, so Arizona saves money. But Peterson […]

With the NFL offseason just around the corner, former Arizona Cardinals running back Chris Johnson is still on the market following his release during the 2017 season. As a result, a homecoming of sorts could be in the works for Johnson. There has been little talk of interest surrounding the veteran back. However, he recently […]

Many believed that AJ McCarron would head to Cleveland for a reunion with Hue Jackson when free agency starts in a few days. But, with the trade for Tyrod Taylor, the Browns will have no interest in McCarron.   Instead, ESPN’s Adam Schefter seems to think McCarron is likely going to land with either the […]

Heading into the free agency period, Pro Bowl quarterback Kirk Cousins is expected to be a highly sought-out asset by several teams wanting an upgrade at the position. Among these franchises will be the Arizona Cardinals, who have a glaring need to fill the spot with the retirement of Carson Palmer a few months ago. […]

The Cleveland Browns kicked off the day by trading for Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jarvis Landry. They subsequently followed that move up with the acquisition of Buffalo Bills quarterback Tyrod Taylor. Despite his up-and-down 2017 season with the Bills, Taylor had been one of the more intriguing quarterbacks set to hit the market. According to […]

In the last few weeks, there is growing chatter surrounding former Pro Bowl safety Tyrann Mathieu’s long-term future with the Arizona Cardinals. With the NFL free agency period rapidly approaching, the Cardinals have been pressed into the position to assess the value of Mathieu’s contract. This concerns a pending situation involving his contract with his […]

In just over a week, Pro Bowl quarterback Kirk Cousins will hit NFL free agency for the first time in his professional career. It will also mark a new chapter for him in the NFL, choosing to play for another team after spending his six seasons with the Washington Redskins as he hits the open […]

It seems the Kirk Cousins sweepstakes isn’t quite done and dusted after all. Despite recent reports circulating that the in-demand quarterback had already narrowed down his destination in free agency to two teams (and possibly even one), a conflicting report has now emerged saying that Cousins is still keeping all his options open. Per Manish Mehta […]

Through much of the last decade, veteran cornerback Antonio Cromartie was one of the most dependable players at his position in the league. However, he was unable to latch onto a team this past season marking the first time in his NFL career that he didn’t play a single game. This had placed much uncertainty […]

With the offseason nearly in full swing, the Minnesota Vikings have made their intentions to pursue quarterback Kirk Cousins clear. However, that does not necessarily mean they have turned the page on quarterback Case Keenum just yet. Keenum has reportedly garnered plenty of interest as a soon-to-be free agent. According to Mike Klis of 9News, the Vikings, Cleveland Browns, Denver Broncos, […]

The Arizona Cardinals are expected to be one of the four finalists in the pursuit of Pro Bowl quarterback Kirk Cousins in free agency later this month. Prior to that, the front office has a major upcoming decision on their docket to make involving former Pro Bowl safety Tyrann Mathieu. Arizona has a pending situation […]

With the start of the 2018 NFL season just around the corner, the Kirk Cousins Sweepstakes has already begun. Every team with a serious need at quarterback has been linked to Cousins this offseason. However, it seems he has narrowed it down to a final four. According to ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter, the teams still in the […]

In less than two weeks, Pro Bowl quarterback Kirk Cousins will hit the free-agent market for the first time in his NFL career, a place that’s already gained him plenty of attention. He has been widely been regarded as being the top available player at his position in this year’s projected crop. One of the […]

Through his first five seasons in the league, Arizona Cardinals safety Tyrann Mathieu has been one of the prominent stars at his position. This had helped him earn a significant contract extension from the organization last offseason inking a five-year, $62.5 million extension that has elevated him to become one of the highest-paid players at […]

The Arizona Cardinals have undergone a major overhaul thus far in the offseason. With all the new changes, there has been some speculation regarding running back Adrian Peterson’s future with the team. It goes without saying that Peterson is not the lethal runner he used to be. However, according to Chris Wesseling of NFL.com, general manager Steve […]

Pro Bowl quarterback Kirk Cousins is expected to attract plenty of attention from several teams around the league for his services in free agency. Much of this is due to the fact that he is widely viewed as being the top player that will be available at his position on the open market next month. […]

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald is probably doing what every other football does during the offseason—spending time with family and training for next season. But it appears that he is also taking the time to visit a sick friend and fan, Arizona Senator John McCain. The senator’s wife posted a picture on Instagram of […]

The Arizona Cardinals suffered key losses following the 2017 NFL season with a couple of surprising retirements. Although Arizona has already managed to fill the void at head coach with Steve Wilks, they still have lingering questions at the quarterback position. As a result, the Cardinals have made it clear they will be closely monitoring their search for […]

There are few teams in the league with higher expectations for the 2018 NFL season than the Arizona Cardinals. Despite all of their drastic changes and lingering question marks, the Cardinals are confident about a potential resurgence next year. In order to do so, Arizona will need to make some waves in the offseason to help re-tool […]

Heading into the offseason, the Arizona Cardinals possess a glaring need to address their quarterback situation for the 2018 campaign. With the free agency period quickly coming up, the Cardinals are preparing for the various possible scenarios that could arise over the next several months. According to Vince Marotta of Arizona Sports 98.7 FM, general manager […]

The Arizona Cardinals no longer have to deal with the uncertainty surrounding the status of star wideout Larry Fitzgerald after it was finally confirmed that he will return for the 2018 season. However, the Cards still have a sizable task of finding their quarterback of the future. According to Cardinals GM Steve Keim, though, the […]

After the retirement of Carson Palmer, the Arizona Cardinals are looking for a new starting quarterback. The team will have plenty of options in NFL free agency with Kirk Cousins expected to be a player they might target to be Palmer’s successor. Cousins will be one of the most sought-after players in free agency during […]

It was announced on Thursday that Arizona Cardinals All-Pro wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald would be returning for his 15th season in the NFL. In the wake of that, Fitzgerald now has the opportunity in front of him to move up to the second spot on the all-time in both receiving yards and receptions to further […]

It’s official: Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald is coming back to play in his 15th NFL season. Larry’s back. Get it? Bad joke. Good news: @LarryFitzgerald is returning for the 2018 season. pic.twitter.com/4baph2VgLz — Arizona Cardinals (@AZCardinals) February 15, 2018 Per Darren Urban of the team’s official website, new Cardinals head coach Steve Wilks […]

It has been nothing short than a difficult last couple of seasons for former All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson that has made his NFL future quite murky. Things appear to be taking another step into uncertainty as Vinnie Iyer of Sporting News speculates that Peterson likely will not be brought back by the Arizona Cardinals […]

The Arizona Cardinals suffered some key losses following their disappointing 2017 season with the retirement of head coach Bruce Arians and quarterback Carson Palmer. Although they have managed to find their new head coach in Steve Wilks, the Cardinals still have a glaring void under center. However, team owner Michael Bidwill is confident Arizona will acquire their […]