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Robinson provides rudder for Cards' ship
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June 24
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals were lucky in 2008-09. They avoided big injuries. They played in a bad division. They lost by 40 points to the Patriots in late December, yet somehow hosted two playoff games. They signed a defensive lineman off the street, out of sheer desperation, and watched as Bryan Robinson became an anchor of stability. "This team takes advice really well," Robinson said before last year's Super Bowl. "That's why we've had some success." It takes talent to get to the Super Bowl. It takes star players who deliver big numbers. But it also requires the right mix of veterans, the ones who provide seasoning, maturity and humility. In just over a year, Robinson has done that and more. He was ..."
Cardinals sign Toler
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June 19
East Valley Tribune
 
"The Arizona Cardinals have signed cornerback Greg Toler, their four-thround pick, to a three-year deal. Terms were not disclosed. Toler, from Saint Paul's (Va.) earned All-CIAA and Little All-American first-team honors as well as being named Virginia small school Defensive Player of the Year as a senior in 2008 after collecting a career-high 51 tackles (37 solos), seven interceptions, and three blocked kicks. The first player from Saint Paul's ever to be drafted, Toler set school records with 16 interceptions and 38 passes defensed during his four seasons."
Cardinals to open training camp on July 31
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June 18
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals will report to training camp at Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff on July 29, and the first practice will be July 31. The NFC champions will break camp on Aug. 20. There will be 23 practices during their three-week stay in Flagstaff. All practices at NAU. are open to the public. Admission and parking are free. On Aug. 8, the Red"
Coordinator Davis shaping Cards' 'D'
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June 18
Arizona Republic
 
"Anyone who watched the Cardinals in 2008 knows what the offense will look like in 2009. Assuming good health and adherence to contracts, it will feature quarterback Kurt Warner throwing to receivers Anquan Boldin and Larry Fitzgerald. On defense, however, the 2009 model is a mystery to fans, and maybe to the players and coaches as well. There is a new defensive coordinator, Bill Davis, who is expected to employ more of a 3-4 alignment than his predecessor, Clancy Pendergast, who was fired in February. It's hard to glean more details than that. Either the Cardinals aren't quite sure how they will look on defense in 2009, or they aren't ready to provide details. Coach Ken Whisenhunt would ..."
Heat Index: Mile High distress
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June 17
Arizona Republic
 
"Man, what ever happened to the Denver Broncos? Remember them? Perennial playoff team. Occasional Super Bowl champion. Model franchise, beloved by their Mile High fans? The Broncos are threatening to replace their hated rival, the Oakland Raiders, as the NFL's laughingstock. Some of this can be traced back to when the Broncos ran off Jake Plummer, anointing Jay Cutler as their franchise quarterback. Plummer might have been unpredictable, but he sure won an awful lot of games. Cutler had a bigger arm, evidently an equally big ego, and put up some impressive numbers. He was named to the Pro Bowl last season. But the Broncos still didn't win as much. That led to the dismissal of coach Mike ..."
Cardinals sign 6th-round pick Davis
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June 16
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals and sixth-round draft pick Will Davis have signed a three-year contract. Davis received a $66,000 signing bonus and is due to make minimum salaries of $310,000, $395,000 and $480,000. Davis, an outside linebacker taken with the 204th overall pick out of Illinois, played in all 12 games as a senior in 2008. He recorded 36 tackles, 3.5 sacks, one forced fumble and blocked a kick as a defensive end. Davis (6-2, 261) began his college career as a wide receiver and tight end before converting to defense in 2006."
Cards' Patrick suspended 4 games
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June 16
Arizona Republic
 
"Cardinals tight end Ben Patrick has been suspended for four games for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy. Patrick tested positive for the drug Adderall, an amphetamine, his agent Kevin Omell said on Monday. "He literally took one pill one time driving back from Flagstaff to keep him awake," Omell said. The agent says Patrick took the drug during the team's bye week in mid-October. According to Omell, Patrick got the pill from a friend who had used the drug to stay up late studying. "It was a completely honest mistake and he's really remorseful," Omell said. Cardinals offices were closed on Monday and officials couldn't immediately be reached for comment. NFL officials declined ..."
Cardinals sign seventh-round draft picks
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June 12
East Valley Tribune
 
"The Arizona Cardinals have signed seventh-round selections Larod Stephens-Howling and Trevor Canfield to three-year contracts. Terms of the deals were not disclosed. Stephens-Howling, a running back, was a backup at the University of Pittsburgh last season to LeSean McCoy, who was a second-round draft pick for the Philadelphia Eagles. Stephens-Howling rushed for 312 yards on 77 carries (4.1-yard average) with five touchdowns and added 493 yards on 23 kick returns (21.4-yard average) in 13 games for the Panthers. The Johnstown, Pa., native finished his college career with 1,959 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns on 429 carries. He also added 52 receptions for 453 yards and a touchdown to go ..."
Whisenhunt happy with Cards' OTAs
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June 12
Arizona Republic
 
"They don't hand out rings for outstanding work in NFL voluntary practices. Confetti doesn't fall on anyone's shoulders for accomplishments made in shorts and helmets. But Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt was pleased with his team's progress in workouts over the past month of what the league calls organized team activities. "Overall, I thought it was a productive month for us," he said. "It's sad to see it come to an end. This is really one of the funnest times of the year for a coach because you're getting to work on things and there's not the pressure of the season or a game coming up. It's a little bit more relaxed atmosphere with your players." Not everyone embraced that atmosphere, or ..."
Cardinals sign 2 7th-round draft picks
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June 12
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals signed seventh-round draft picks LaRod Stephens-Howling and Trevor Canfield to three-year contracts. Financial terms were not disclosed. Stephens-Howling (5-foot-7, 180 pounds) is a running back from Pittsburgh who played in all 13 games last season as a backup to Eagles second-round choice LeSean McCoy. Stephens-Howling rushed for 312 yards on 77 carries and scored five touchdowns. He added 493 yards on 23 kick returns (21.4 yard avg.). Canfield (6-5, 264), from Cincinnati, was a second-team All-American and was also named a second-team All-Big East Conference selection for the third straight season as a senior. He started all 14 games at right guard and helped anchor the ..."
Berry's absence surprises Cardinals
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June 11
Arizona Republic
 
"No one in the Cardinals organization was surprised that receiver Anquan Boldin and defensive end Darnell Dockett did not participate in voluntary practices this off-season. Team officials were taken aback, however, that outside linebacker Bertrand Berry chose to stay away from the sessions, which are scheduled to end Thursday. "I'm disappointed he's not here," coach Ken Whisenhunt said. "We have an expectation from veteran players who have done a lot for this team, that they continue to lead and be here and show the young guys how to work. That's time you never get back." Berry, who is entering his 12th season, reportedly is upset with the one-year, $1 million contract he signed this ..."
NFL players may block longer season
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June 10
Arizona Republic
 
"As the NFL explores expanding its regular-season schedule from 16 to 18 games, it faces a difficult sales job to some very important partners: The players. NFL officials don't view the proposal, which is still being studied, as an expansion. The season still would be 20 games, they maintain, with the preseason cut from four games to two and the regular season increasing by two. That's a tough concept to peddle to players, especially to established veterans who usually play only a small amount in the preseason - and in some cases not at all. To them, equating a preseason game with one in the regular season shows either disregard or ignorance of what it takes to play the game. The owners ..."
Cardinals not worried about cap
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June 9
Arizona Republic
 
"Strong safety Adrian Wilson's new contract leaves the Cardinals about $2 million under the NFL's salary cap, but General Manager Rod Graves said the team's remaining off-season goals won't be hindered by a lack of cap space. "We're not concerned about addressing our draft choices and that type of thing," Graves said. "At some point, we'll re-evaluate where we are and make any adjustments that we need to, if necessary." Graves doesn't think it will be necessary, however. During the off-season, the 51 highest-paid players on the team count against the cap, with two more added this fall once the regular 53-man roster is set. The Cardinals have enough room now, Graves said, to accommodate 53 ..."
Cardinals sign Wilson; shift focus
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June 5
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals took a huge step toward keeping their pledge to maintain the core of a Super Bowl team, agreeing to terms with two-time Pro Bowl strong safety Adrian Wilson on a five-year contract Thursday. And when Wilson addressed the assembled media at the Cardinals' Tempe training facility, maybe the most interested spectator in the crowd was linebacker Karlos Dansby, seated in the second row. With Wilson's deal - worth more than $37 million with $15.5 million guaranteed and an additional $3 million as a roster bonus in 2011 - now in place, the Cardinals expect to turn their attention to Dansby. "We have said consistently that our top focus was to try and get Adrian's and Karlos' deals ..."
Cardinals, Wilson sign 5-year deal
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June 4
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals and safety Adrian Wilson agreed to terms on a five-year contract Thursday. The two-time Pro Bowler, whose contract was set to expire after the 2009 season, is now under contract through the end of the 2013 season. The deal is five years, $37 million, with $15.5 million guaranteed, and an additional $3 million roster bonus in 2011, when there could be a lockout. The team scheduled a news conference for 3:30 p.m. Thursday at the Cardinals training facility in Tempe. Wilson (6-foot-3, 230 pounds) was the Cardinals' third-round draft pick (64th overall) in 2001 out of North Carolina State. Wilson is the longest tenured Cardinals player, heading into his ninth season. He was named ..."
QB coach Miller focuses on mechanics
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June 4
Arizona Republic
 
"When Cardinals quarterbacks coach Chris Miller talks about the fundamentals of the position, he sounds a lot like a pitching coach in baseball or a swing instructor in golf. That's not by accident, because Miller sees his job as the football equivalent of those positions. Hired this off-season to replace Jeff Rutledge, who was fired, Miller has spent his initial months on the job breaking down the mechanics of his four pupils, then working to correct the flaws. "That's kind of how I look at myself to these QBs, as a throwing coach somewhat," said Miller, who played in the NFL for 10 seasons. "It's an extra set of eyes to evaluate them." Miller took the job with a good idea of how to teach ..."
Cards' new staff additions learning on job
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June 4
Arizona Republic
 
"Players aren't the only ones learning the Cardinals system during voluntary practices. Coach Ken Whisenhunt has five new assistant coaches, so there is a learning curve among members of the staff, too. "There are questions that come up, about how we practice, some of the things that we do," coach Ken Whisenhunt said. "The hardest thing when you have new coaches come in . . . is the adjustments we've made and the things we've done in games. "Those are all second nature to our (returning) coaching group. The new guys, when you're putting in your offense, those things don't come up. They don't come up until you are on the field and we'll run a play. Getting those guys up to speed is a process ..."
Cards' Leinart worked out with Brady
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June 4
Arizona Republic
 
"Cardinals quarterback Matt Leinart sought help from an unlikely source in an even more unlikely place this off-season. The Southern California graduate worked out a few times with Patriots quarterback Tom Brady at UCLA. The location made sense because Brady has a home near the campus, and Norm Chow, the former offensive coordinator at USC, is now an assistant at UCLA. Leinart said he also knows UCLA coach Rick Neuheisel, but just being with Brady was like hanging out with Ferris Bueller. "I figured if I'm running with him (Brady), he can do whatever," Leinart said, laughing. "It was funny, we were out there one day, just me and him, and their whole team comes out. They were in off-season ..."
Cardinals sign 5th-round draft pick
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June 4
Arizona Republic
 
"Offensive tackle Herman Johnson became the first Cardinals draft pick this year to sign a contract, agreeing to a three-year deal. The team announced his signing on Tuesday. Johnson will receive minimum salaries of $305,000, $385,000 and $460,000. The amount of his signing bonus wasn't immediately available, but it's believed to be about $120,000."
Cardinals sign 5th-round draft pick
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June 3
Arizona Republic
 
"Offensive tackle Herman Johnson became the first Cardinals draft pick this year to sign a contract, agreeing to a three-year deal. The team announced his signing on Tuesday. Johnson will receive minimum salaries of $305,000, $385,000 and $460,000. The amount of his signing bonus wasn't immediately available, but it's believed to be about $120,000."
Cardinals sign 5th-round draft pick
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June 3
Arizona Republic
 
"Offensive tackle Herman Johnson became the first Cardinals draft pick this year to sign a contract, agreeing to a three-year deal. The team announced his signing on Tuesday. Johnson will receive minimum salaries of $305,000, $385,000 and $460,000. The amount of his signing bonus wasn't immediately available, but it's believed to be about $120,000."
Cardinals sign 5th-round draft pick
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June 3
Arizona Republic
 
"Offensive tackle Herman Johnson became the first Cardinals draft pick this year to sign a contract, agreeing to a three-year deal. The team announced his signing on Tuesday. Johnson will receive minimum salaries of $305,000, $385,000 and $460,000. The amount of his signing bonus wasn't immediately available, but it's believed to be about $120,000."
Cardinals sign 5th-round draft pick
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June 3
Arizona Republic
 
"Offensive tackle Herman Johnson became the first Cardinals draft pick this year to sign a contract, agreeing to a three-year deal. The team announced his signing on Tuesday. Johnson will receive minimum salaries of $305,000, $385,000 and $460,000. The amount of his signing bonus wasn't immediately available, but it's believed to be about $120,000."
Fitzgerald OK after awkward catch
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June 2
Arizona Republic
 
"For a minute or two, it looked as if the first day of June would bring gloom to the Cardinals. Receiver Larry Fitzgerald landed awkwardly while making a sideline catch over cornerback Bryant McFadden in voluntary practice Monday. Fitzgerald did the splits as he landed, his legs twisting as they went opposite directions. Fitzgerald, one of the NFL's best receivers, walked gingerly away, head athletic trainer Tom Reed at his side, and then returned to action later in practice. You could have powered a generator with the sighs of relief. "The only thing I said to Michael Bidwill (team president) is I was sorry I didn't beat Tom Reed over there to evaluate him," General Manager Rod Graves ..."
Boldin hires Condon as agent
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June 2
Arizona Republic
 
"Receiver Anquan Boldin has hired Tom Condon as his agent, replacing Drew Rosenhaus, who was fired last week. Condon's hiring was expected, and Graves acknowledged Monday that Condon called recently to inform him of the change. The two hope to have a meeting some time this month. Boldin is seeking a restructuring of his present contract, which has two years remaining. Rosenhaus and the Cardinals made no progress in talks over the past two years, prompting the decision by Boldin to change representation. Boldin has not attended the team's voluntary practices and has been unavailable for comment. Condon did not return a message. Condon has represented several Cardinals over the years, ..."
New Agent Likely For Boldin
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May 29
New York Post
 
"If receiver Anquan Boldin hires Tom Condon as his new agent -- that's where Boldin reportedly is leaning -- might the Giants have an edge if Boldin is traded, considering Condon also represents Eli Manning? No one knows, but there's no harm in speculating. Boldin last week fired Drew Rosenhaus and soon will hire his fourth different agent since he was drafted in 2003. Boldin is not satisfied with his contract with the Cardinals -- he has $5.75 million owed him the next two years -- and through Rosenhaus has sought a mega-deal or a trade. There's been no progress, which is why Rosenhaus is gone and Condon could soon represent Boldin. Boldin continues to be a no-show at offseason workouts. ..."
Cards' St. Pierre wants to be No. 2
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May 29
Arizona Republic
 
"Quarterback Brian St. Pierre has never been in a position to demand much as an NFL player. But when St. Pierre was deciding this off-season between returning to the Cardinals or signing with the Chiefs, he asked Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt for a legitimate shot to become Kurt Warner's backup. Whisenhunt agreed and St. Pierre signed a one-year deal for $800,000. "His track record has always been what he says goes," St. Pierre said of Whisenhunt. "All I want is an honest chance to compete for the No. 2, so I'm looking forward to that, whenever it will happen, because it hasn't yet." St. Pierre assumes he's been running with the third team in voluntary practices because a bad back forced ..."
Cards' Watson optimistic he'll play pain-free
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May 29
Arizona Republic
 
"Cardinals nose tackle Gabe Watson is rehabilitating from off-season knee surgery for the second consecutive year, but remains optimistic about playing pain-free this fall. Watson suffered a fractured knee cap in a treadmill accident in 2008, and had trouble all last season with pins digging into a tendon. The condition didn't improve this year, so Watson underwent surgery in April. "There was never a day where I was pain free," he said of last season. "Some days were better than others. Before every game, every practice I would take my helmet off and honestly just pray, ask God to give my strength and to protect me." Watson is gradually working into football shape. "You almost have to ..."
Boldin still a no-show at workouts
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May 28
Arizona Republic
 
"When news broke that receiver Anquan Boldin had dismissed agent Drew Rosenhaus and was seeking new representation, Cardinals fans hoped it would lead to a breakthrough. It might be wishful thinking. Boldin, who has been at odds with the team regarding his contract and had expressed a desire to be traded, did not attend Wednesday's voluntary organized team activities at the club's Tempe training facility, and coach Ken Whisenhunt said it was unclear whether anything has changed. "I know from our perspective . . . nothing has changed," Whisenhunt said. "We're a much better football team with Anquan than we are without him, and we have a high regard for him. So nothing has changed from that ..."
Cardinals' Boldin dismisses agent
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May 27
Arizona Republic
 
"Anquan Boldin took a major step in trying to resolve his contract dispute with the Cardinals and repair his image with fans by firing agent Drew Rosenhaus, a move some teammates applauded Tuesday. According to reports, the Pro Bowl receiver filed papers Friday notifying the NFL Players Association of his intent to dismiss Rosenhaus. Boldin, after waiting a mandatory five business days in accordance with union rules, can hire new representation Friday. "You have to make the right decision for you and your future and I think 'Q' made a great decision," said Cardinals linebacker Karlos Dansby, who also recently changed agents in hopes of striking a new deal with the team. "He was being ..."
Giant Step? Boldin Fires His Agent
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May 27
New York Post
 
"The Anquan Boldin-to-the-Giants murmurs that were clearly audible a few months ago could increase in volume with yesterday's news that Boldin -- frustrated he hasn't received a new contract or been traded from the Cardinals -- will fire his agent, Drew Rosenhaus. The change in Boldin's representation, first reported on ESPN.com, is no doubt intended to shake things up around a 28-year old receiver who has two years left on the $22.25 million deal he signed in 2005. Once the Cardinals in 2008 shelled out $10 million a year for Larry Fitzgerald, Boldin sought to wet his beak and wanted his contract ripped up and inflated to match or come close to Fitzgerald's. The Cardinals are unwilling to ..."
Boldin plans to change agents
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May 26
ESPN.com
 
"Pro Bowl receiver Anquan Boldin has informed agent Drew Rosenhaus, the Arizona Cardinals and the NFL Players Association of his plans to fire Rosenhaus amid stalled attempts to force a trade or a new contract. Rosenhaus, who represents more NFL players than any other agent, had tried pressuring the Cardinals into trading the 28-year-old receiver. "Regarding Anquan Boldin, let me say that I have great respect for him. I'm hopeful we can work this out and he can return to the Rosenhaus Sports family in the near future. We are proud to continue to represent his brother, D.J. Boldin," Rosenhaus said in a statement to ESPN.com. "We would also like to take this opportunity to announce that we ..."
Leinart looks all grown up
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May 22
Arizona Republic
 columnist Dan Bickley
"The pretty boy is growing older, and the party-boy pictures aren't popping up on the Internet anymore. Matt Leinart has rarely looked better. He is somewhat chiseled now, hardened by a new commitment to the weight room and life in the NFL. He takes pride in being the second-team quarterback. He is 26 years old and beginning to make very smart choices. "A lot of this goes to the maturity of Matt," Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt said. "A lot of times (backup quarterbacks) are guys who have had tremendous success in the past, and they don't handle the role very well. And then when it comes time for them to play, they're not prepared. They don't play well. "I have to give credit to Matt, ..."
Doucet benefits from Boldin's absence
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May 22
Arizona Republic
 
"Maybe Anquan Boldin's absence this week from voluntary workouts was a good thing for the Cardinals. In fact, maybe it was a great thing. With Boldin skipping all three days of workouts, likely because he's still fuming about his contract, the door was opened for second-year receiver Early Doucet to get more reps in practices. Just as important, it allowed Doucet to re-establish a rhythm with quarterback Kurt Warner. "I think it definitely helps," Doucet said of Boldin's absence. "As a young player trying to make a name for yourself, you want to take advantage of those opportunities. It's all part of the game, too, because you never know when somebody is going to go down. You've got to be ..."
Warner looks to be in good form
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May 21
Arizona Republic
 
"A day after skipping the first of three days of voluntary organized team workouts, Kurt Warner reported to the team's Tempe training facility for on-field drills and looked as sharp and as crisp as he did in Super Bowl XLIII. Nine weeks removed from having hip surgery to repair a torn labrum, Warner participated fully in all practice activities on Wednesday and didn't seem to miss a beat. "He's a Hall of Fame quarterback and there's a reason why," wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald said. "It's because he works so hard every single day." Warner said he still feels some residual discomfort from the surgery, but that his mobility and flexibility have improved significantly. He also said he felt ..."
X-ray possibly saved life of Cards DE
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May 21
Arizona Republic
 columnist Paola Boivin
"Huh? Kenny Iwebema thought. "Get out!" Cardinals defensive lineman Bryan Robinson said. Iwebema laughed. Robinson already was messing with his head, and it was only the first day of minicamp. Iwebema, the 6-foot-4, second-year defensive end, was upbeat. He had focused on strength training in the off-season and was excited to see how it translated in workouts. His mood changed when assistant coach Ron Aiken walked up and explained that Robinson was right, he did need to get off the field. "We found something on your chest X-ray that shouldn't be there," he said. A shadow. A day earlier, on April 30, Iwebema, 24, had undergone a mandatory team physical. Doctors worried that the spot could ..."
Warner, Fitz back, but some Cards still out
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May 21
Arizona Republic
 
"Although Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner and wideout Larry Fitzgerald practiced Wednesday along with strong safety Adrian Wilson and a few other veterans that missed Tuesday's workouts, receiver Anquan Boldin and defensive tackle Darnell Dockett once again were no-shows. Since the practices are voluntary, coach Ken Whisenhunt wasn't even asked about those who were absent. Fitzgerald, however, didn't seem overly concerned. "The guys who are here, we're just going to continue working," he said, "and we'll let that stuff take care of itself." Boldin and Dockett have been seeking contract extensions from the Cardinals."
Jason Wright wants to make an impact in Arizona
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May 21
Cleveland Plain Dealer
 
"Former Cleveland Browns running back Jason Wright, who left the team in March of this year, has something to prove. Wright, now with the Arizona Cardinals, has a chance to become more than a third-down running back. The Cardinals lost J.J. Arrington to free agency, and they released Edgerrin James. So that means most of the running back duties will be between Tim Hightower and rookie Beanie Wells. Wright, however, had something to say about that, as reported on azcentral.com: "I think the mindset with all the guys is we're here to push each other and based on our performance, it'll sort out the way it's supposed to sort out. And I think there's such a team mentality here that guys are ..."
Cards RB Wright has point to prove
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May 20
Arizona Republic
 
"When Jason Wright made it to the NFL, he didn't get there by telling himself he was going to be the best third-down back in the league. Roles become defined by coaches, rosters and circumstance, and although Wright comes to the Cardinals as the likely replacement for J.J. Arrington, he isn't about to set limitations on himself. "I think that's the way it is around here in general," said Wright, a free-agent addition from the Browns. "The coaching staff, especially (head coach) Ken Whisenhunt, gives everyone a chance to make an impact or take their game to a higher level and that's why they were so successful last season." The NFC champion Cardinals lost Arrington to free agency and ..."
Saints consider signing free-agent RB James
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May 19
Foxsports.com
 
"The New Orleans Saints are open to the idea of giving their running game an "Edge." Saints general manager Mickey Loomis told FOXSports.com that the team is still considering making a contract offer to free-agent running back Edgerrin James. "We've spent some time evaluating Edgerrin," Loomis said Tuesday morning. "We think he can still play. We're going to continue to evaluate that and see where it ends up. We haven't made a decision on Edgerrin yet." In an expected move, James was released last month after the Cardinals drafted Ohio State running back Chris "Beanie" Wells (first round) and LaRod Stephens-Howling (seventh). James is the NFL's active rushing leader with 12,121 yards, which ..."
Arizona bidding for 2013 Super Bowl
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May 19
East Valley Tribune
 
"Bob Sullivan knows there's an elephant in the room, but the president of Arizona's Super Bowl Host Committee has enough other things to worry about for the next 24 hours. A few finishing touches, fine print and dress rehearsals loom as Sullivan and his support staff await their chance to persuade NFL owners to bring the Super Bowl back to Glendale in 2013. New Orleans and Miami are also making pitches at the conclusion of NFL owners meetings on Tuesday, but sentiment for "The Big Easy" in its post-Hurricane Katrina state is beyond Sullivan's control. All he knows is Arizona has hosted the big game twice (1996 and 2008) to critical success. That's going to be his committee's 15-minute story ..."
Cards sign N. Alabama free agent receiver
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May 18
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals signed rookie free agent wide receiver Edward Gant, who played at North Alabama. He caught 45 passes for 865 yards and 14 touchdowns in his two seasons for the Lions after transferring from Southwest Mississippi Community College."
Ariz. to compete for 2013 Super Bowl
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May 18
Arizona Republic
 
"Arizona will make a pitch to NFL owners Tuesday for a Super Bowl encore in 2013. Competing are Miami and New Orleans, which is sure to carry an emotional pull in its first post-Katrina bid. But the Arizona Cardinals should carry their own spark as a charter member of the National Football League that finally earned its Super Bowl stripes this year. Whether the franchise and the owner Bidwill family's enhanced prestige translates into votes from NFL owners remains to be seen. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, in the midst of the Cards' playoff run last season, said he expected Arizona to see more Super Bowls in part because of strong Bidwill lobbying. Representatives from the three ..."
Cards re-open Dansby, Wilson talks
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May 18
Arizona Republic
 
"Over the past week, the Cardinals jump-started negotiations to extend the contracts of two key defensive players, and it shouldn't take long to determine the likelihood of consummating the deals. General Manager Rod Graves has had discussions with the agents for strong safety Adrian Wilson and inside linebacker Karlos Dansby in recent days and plans to have more talks in the near future. "I would say our communications and efforts have stepped up since minicamp ended (10 days ago)," Graves said. "I don't want to get into details but I can tell you we have had discussions." It had been several weeks since the last substantive talks with either player. The Cardinals thought they had the ..."
Eagles tried to swap Brown for Boldin before draft
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May 16
Philadelphia Inquirer
 
"The Eagles offered Sheldon Brown and a third-round draft pick for Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin, according to the Arizona Republic.The offer was made before the late April draft and just days after the Eagles cornerback publicly aired his unhappiness over his contract and asked to be traded. Arizona declined to make the swap, the report said.The Eagles had no comment yesterday.On Tuesday, Eagles coach Andy Reid said during an interview on WIP-AM (610) that the asking price for Boldin was too high. He said three draft picks - a first, third and fifth - and a likely $10 million contract would be too much to give up and take on for the disgruntled receiver.Reid also said that because ..."
Boldin's agent makes offer to Cards
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May 15
Arizona Republic
 
"Receiver Anquan Boldin's agent has made a contract proposal to the Cardinals, but it's questionable how interested the team is in entering negotiations at this time. Agent Drew Rosenhaus broke the news of the offer on his Twitter account Thursday and confirmed it to The Republic later in the day. Rosenhaus said contrary to speculation, Boldin is not seeking a deal worth $10 million a year, which is what teammate Larry Fitzgerald is receiving. The recent offer is for less, Rosenhaus said. "It's inaccurate, and I just wanted to clear the record," Rosenhaus said of the $10 million figure. Rosenhaus declined to discuss his proposal, saying, "I'm not going to negotiate Anquan's contract ..."
Reid Wanted Boldin
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May 14
Camden Courier-Post
 
"Andy Reid appeared (in voice only) on WIP yesterday to finally admit that he inquired about the price tag of Arizona Cardinals WR Anquan Boldin. Now according to the Cardinals, no good offers came their way: But, if Reid is to be believed, this may have been because the Cards simply wanted too much. Reid suggested the Cards wanted a first, third, and fifth round pick in this past April's draft. Don't forget that after giving up all those picks, you still had to sign the guy to a top WR-caliber deal. Reid said that would be around $10 million right off the bat. "That's a lot of picks, No. 1," Reid said. "And then you're going to pay the guy $10 million. So you get hit on both sides of it." ..."
Reid says Eagles checked into Boldin
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May 13
Philadelphia Inquirer
 
"Eagles coach Andy Reid said yesterday in an interview on the morning show on WIP-AM (610) that the team checked into the availability of Arizona wide receiver Anquan Boldin before the NFL draft, but found the price too high.Reid suggested the price might have been first-, third- and fifth-round draft picks."That's a lot of picks, No. 1," Reid said. "And then you're going to pay the guy $10 million. So you get hit on both sides of it."Instead, the Eagles traded up two spots and selected Missouri receiver Jeremy Maclin in the first round. Reid said he thought Arizona probably wasn't willing to part with Boldin. If the Cardinals were, a deal would have been struck."He's a pretty good player ..."
Dallas-Fort Worth venues announced for Super Bowl XLV ancillary events
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May 13
Dallas Morning News
 
"The Super Bowl XLV Host Committee announced today the locations of eight major events and venues - from the NFL Experience to the headquarters hotel - for the 2011 game in Arlington. Dallas will get the largest share of marquee events and venues. The NFL Experience, an 850,000-square-foot theme park, football museum and memorabilia show, will be held at the Dallas Convention Center. That announcement was expected since there are no other indoor venues large enough to accommodate it. In warm weather states, such as Florida or Arizona, the NFL Experience is sometimes held outdoors. The event is booked indoors in regions where cold weather is likely. The Hilton Anatole was chosen as the NFL ..."
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  2. Cardinals sign 6th-round LB Will Davis to a three-year contract
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  3. TE Ben Patrick suspended four games
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  4. Where are they now?
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  5. which nfc west team do you hate the most?
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