Arizona Cardinals Trade Rumors

Rumors surface about Peyton Manning, Larry Fitzgerald dinner date
February 3
Arizona Republic
 
"The rumors of Peyton Manning perhaps playing for the Cardinals picked up speed here on Thursday with a report that Manning and receiver Larry Fitzgerald have a dinner date planned in the next few days. The Terre Haute Tribune Star reported the planned meeting. Fitzgerald later denied it but not until after he played coy during an appearance on KGME-AM (910). "I don't even have Peyton's phone number," Fitzgerald said. Pressed for a definitive answer later in the interview, Fitzgerald denied a meeting was scheduled. He repeated that denial to The Republic in a text message. In related news, ESPN reported that Manning had been medically cleared to play football after missing the entire 2011"
Bucs still working to pry McNulty from Cardinals
January 31
St. Petersburg Times
 
"Bucs coach Greg Schiano was a dealt a tough blow when the Arizona Cardinals declined the team's request to interview Cardinals receivers coach John McNulty for the position of offensive coordinator. McNulty served on Schiano's staff at Rutgers from 2004-08 and was the offensive coordinator/quarterbacks coach during his last three seasons with the Scarlet Knights. Considering the investment the Bucs have in quarterback Josh Freeman, offensive coordinator is arguably the most critical hire on Schiano's staff. It's believed that Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt made the call on prohibiting McNulty from interviewing with the Bucs."
Cardinals deny Buccaneers permission to speak to receivers coach John McNulty
January 29
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals denied the Tampa Bay Buccaneers permission to interview receivers coach John McNulty for the offensive coordinator's job under new coach Greg Schiano, according to NFL sources. It would be a promotion for McNulty, who has spent the past three seasons with the Cardinals. McNulty is under contract with the Cardinals, so their permission is needed to interview for all NFL coaching jobs, other than a head coach. That rule makes it difficult for a new coach to hire a staff. It also complicates things for the team denying permission, because it's stopping a coach from making a significant career move. Whisenhunt and the Cardinals have been on the other end of this situation, too."
Arizona Cardinals again connected to QB Peyton Manning
January 24
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals again were connected to Colts quarterback Peyton Manning. This time, it was ESPN's Adam Schefter, who reported the Cardinals are among the teams expected to show interest if the Colts release Manning. Charlie Casserly of CBS said the same thing a few weeks ago. I have no doubt the Cardinals would be interested in Manning, as would numerous other teams. But former Cardinals guard Alan Faneca said it best this morning via twitter: "Alert to all reporters: the entire NFL, minus the obvious few, will go after Peyton if the Colts dump him." Many things have to happen before Manning could wind up in a Cardinals uniform. Here are a few: No. 1 -- Manning has to be healthy enough to"
Todd Haley's return to Arizona Cardinals looks doubtful
January 20
Arizona Republic
 
"Todd Haley wants to return to Arizona to work for the Cardinals. The Cardinals are interested in bringing him back. But it's becoming more likely every day that Haley's next job will be elsewhere. Talks between the two sides have been amicable, as far as I know, but coming to agreement on a position that meets the Cardinals' needs and matches Haley's career goals has been elusive. It's become clear that coach Ken Whisenhunt doesn't want to make a major shake-up on his offensive staff. He believes in coordinator Mike Miller, who is not going to be demoted. The only open position, then, is the quarterbacks job, and Haley would fit perfectly into that role. But Haley is a former coordinator"
Cardinals' Grimm stays in Ariz. over pursuing other options
January 17
NFL.com
 
"Arizona Cardinals offensive line coach Russ Grimm will be staying with the Cardinals, a league source said Tuesday. Grimm's contract was expired, and league sources said last week that a number of other teams were interested in his services."
Arizona Cardinals have yet to offer a job to Todd Haley
January 11
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals have not offered a job to former Chiefs coach Todd Haley, according to NFL sources, but they remain interested in speaking with him. Changes in the team's offensive staff, however, have started. Quarterbacks coach Chris Miller was fired after three seasons. He had a year left on his contract. "Evaluating where we are, we felt a change at this time was warranted," coach Ken Whisenhunt said Monday evening. Whisenhunt declined to answer questions about changes on his staff, including how he would replace Miller."
Cardinals' Ray Horton happy with interview with Rams
January 8
Arizona Republic
 
"Cardinals defensive coordinator Ray Horton had never interviewed for an NFL head coaching position before Friday. But there isn't anything he would change about the five-hour meeting he had with Rams officials. "I think things went excellent," Horton said. "When it was over they called my agent and said they were blown away by him and he couldn't have been any better." Horton's interview came a day after the Rams interviewed former Titans coach Jeff Fisher, who has also met with the Dolphins. "I'm not naive enough to believe Jeff Fisher isn't the No. 1 guy," Horton said. "But I think they had to do their due diligence." The Rams are interested in a second interview, Horton said, which"
Sources: Cardinals expected to talk with Todd Haley
January 6
Arizona Republic
 
"Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt is expected to talk to former Chiefs coach Todd Haley about a position on the Cardinals coaching staff, according to NFL sources. Haley, the Cardinals offensive coordinator from 2007 through 2009, was fired by the Chiefs in December when the Chiefs had a 5-8 record. Haley was 19-27 as a head coach and his Chiefs team won the AFC West title in 2010. Haley and Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt have been friends for years, and Haley was offensive coordinator in 2008 and 2009 when the Cardinals won consecutive NFC West titles. It's unknown what title Haley would have should he return to the Cardinals, but he likely would be placed in charge of the offense again. The"
Report: John Skelton will start over Kolb Saturday
December 23
Pro Football Talk
 
"Skeltonmania lives on. Even Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt can no longer deny something strange is happening this season in Arizona, and it's happening when John Skelton is at quarterback. ESPN's Adam Schefter reports that Skelton is expected to start over Kevin Kolb on Saturday in Cincinnati. Kolb was able to practice the last two days after suffering a concussion last week, and seemed ready to go. But Skelton has won five of six games in which he's taken the majority of snaps."
Cardinals could opt out of Kolb's deal with minimal cap hit
December 18
NFL.com
 
"Much was made of the trade and subsequent signing of quarterback Kevin Kolb by Arizona this offseason, and the Cardinals did so with the intention of having Kolb be their starter for years to come. And he could well do so. But it's worth noting that if Kolb's production does not improve in the near future Arizona could move on with minimal financial and salary cap ramifications, according to the quarterback's contract. Kolb missed significant time earlier this season with foot and ankle injuries and is not likely to play against Celevland Sunday as he recovers from a concussion. Kolb will earn a $10 million signing bonus and $2 million salary in 2011. He is due a $7 million roster bonus"
Skelton over Kolb? Cardinals' Whisenhunt says 'looks that way'
December 18
NFL.com
 
"It appears likely that Arizona Cardinals backup quarterback John Skelton will start in place of Kevin Kolb in Sunday's game against the Cleveland Browns. Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt was asked Saturday on Sirius XM NFL Radio if Skelton would start against the Browns. His response? "It looks that way," Whisenhunt said."
Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb's status for Cleveland Browns game uncertain
December 13
Arizona Republic
 
"This couldn't have been how Kevin Kolb envisioned his first year as the Cardinals' starting quarterback would play out. In addition to taking a beating the first two months of the season, he missed four consecutive games because of a complicated right-foot injury. Then, just a week after returning, he suffered a concussion on the third play of Arizona's 21-19 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Kolb was inadvertently kneed in the back of his head by 49ers linebacker Ahmad Brooks after being sacked and fumbling the ball. Kolb's status for Sunday's game against the visiting Cleveland Browns is uncertain, and he must go through a series of tests before being cleared to practice."
Cardinals optimistic Kevin Kolb will return
November 29
Arizona Republic
 
"John Skelton is 3-1 as the Cardinals' starting quarterback for the past four weeks. It's doubtful he will get a chance to improve on that record on Sunday when the Dallas Cowboys roll into town. That's because the team fully expects Kevin Kolb to finally be able to put his troublesome right foot and big toe to the test and return as Arizona's starter. "I think we're certainly a lot more optimistic about him being able to go this week," head coach Ken Whisenhunt said Monday, a day after his team grabbed a 23-20 victory on the road against the St. Louis Rams."
Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt plans to stick with John Skelton
November 22
Arizona Republic
 
"Although he turned to Rich Bartel late in Sunday's 23-7 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt said John Skelton would make his fourth consecutive start Sunday if Kevin Kolb's injured right foot doesn't allow him to play. Kolb, however, sounded very much like he plans to do everything he can to return to face the St. Louis Rams. "I think we're at the point now, with the tape job they're doing on it, and the rehab, hopefully I can't hurt it enough to have a huge setback," Kolb said Monday. "My mentality and our mentality is I'm going to push it as hard as it can go and try to be out there." Kolb hasn't been cleared to practice more than on a limited basis"
Arizona Cardinals' Kevin Kolb likely to miss game vs. San Francisco 49ers
November 17
Arizona Republic
 
"Quarterback Kevin Kolb took snaps and threw passes in Wednesday's practice, something he hadn't done in more than two weeks. But Kolb moved "gingerly" on his injured right foot, and judging from the portion of practice that's on the record for reporters, he didn't look close to being ready to play on Sunday against the 49ers. "It is frustrating; I didn't expect it to take this long," said Kolb, who has missed two games since suffering the injury against Baltimore on Oct. 30. "But I'm glad we are on a two-game winning streak at this time. It's pretty sweet.""
Streaking Skelton in line to start with Cardinals' Kolb doubtful
November 15
NFL.com
 
"Kevin Kolb is doubtful to return in time for the Arizona Cardinals' Week 11 tilt against the San Francisco 49ers, according to sources with knowledge of the situation. John Skelton is in line to continue taking reps with the first-team offense, with Kolb still dealing with a series of foot injuries. In addition to his turf toe, Kolb had some ligament damage in his foot, a bone bruise and a significant sprain. Kolb might not be be able to practice this week at all and has not played since a Week 8 loss to the Baltimore Ravens."
Whisenhunt: Cardinals' Kolb won't start, could play as backup
November 13
NFL.com
 
"Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb wants to play "at all cost" in Sunday's matchup with the Philadelphia Eagles, but coach Ken Whisenhunt doesn't share the sentiment about using the signal-caller. Whisenhunt said Saturday night that Kolb would likely be held out of the contest against his former team as he continues to recover from a right turf toe injury. "The only way he'll play tomorrow would be probably in a backup role," Whisenhunt said on SiriusXM Sports."
Cardinals open contract talks with Calais Campbell
November 10
Arizona Republic
 
"The Cardinals plan to open contract discussions soon with the agent for defensive end Calais Campbell, said General Manager Rod Graves. Graves said the Cardinals are entering a period where they will discuss extensions for players. "He (Campbell) is certainly one of the guys we'll be talking about," Graves said. Campbell is in the final year of his rookie contract and is due to be an unrestricted free agent in 2011. He leads the Cardinals in sacks with five and has blocked two field goals this season."
Ailing Cardinals QB Kolb in jeopardy of missing another game
November 9
NFL.com
 
"It's looking doubtful that Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb will start this weekend in his first trip back to Philadelphia, a source with knowledge of the situation said Tuesday. Kolb is dealing with a fairly significant sprained foot, as well as a turf toe injury that he suffered during a Week 8 loss at Baltimore. According to the Cardinals' official website, Kolb said Tuesday on KGME-AM that a bone bruise "has shown its face" in the last couple of days and he is "touch and go" to practice Wednesday."
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb still battling toe injury
November 3
Arizona Republic
 
"Kevin Kolb's first priority is doing everything possible to become healthy enough to play Sunday against the St. Louis Rams. In the meantime, can someone do him a favor and come up with a better name for his injury than "turf toe?" As the Cardinals' starting quarterback said on his weekly appearance on KGME-AM (910), it makes him sound like a "weenie." "I remember Deion Sanders was the first one I have ever saw that had 'turf toe,' and I was thinking the same thing as a fan: 'What? Why is (he) out for two weeks with a turf toe?' " Kolb said. "Then you get one and realize it's a little more painful than it comes across as." Kolb didn't practice Wednesday but did move from a walking boot to"
Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb 'day to day' with toe injury
November 2
Arizona Republic
 
"On his weekly radio appearance on Tuesday, quarterback Kevin Kolb said he is "day to day" because of a turf toe injury suffered against the Ravens last Sunday. "I wish it was called something different than 'turf toe,' " Kolb said told Bickley and MJ on KGME-AM (910). "It sounds like I'm a weenie.""
Beanie Wells expected to play
October 30
Pro Football Talk
 
"Cardinals running back Beanie Wells is good to go today in Baltimore. Wells was expected to be a game-time decision, but Adam Schefter of ESPN passes along the word, three hours before game time, that Wells is expected to play."
Cardinals RB Wells' knee improving; game-time decision Sunday
October 28
NFL.com
 
"Arizona Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt said running back Beanie Wells' sore knee is "progressing," and he will be a game-time decision for Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens, the team's official website reported. Wells, listed as questionable, has practiced on a limited basis the past three days since suffering a bone bruise in his right knee in Week 7 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The injury originally was feared to be a season-ender, but now it appears Wells will miss a few weeks at the most."
Beanie Wells' knee is stable
October 24
Arizona Republic
 
"Running back Beanie Wells' right knee is "stable" and he won't need surgery, coach Ken Whisenhunt said on Monday. Wells took a hit on the knee during the second quarter on Sunday against the Steelers. He had swelling and did not return. Whisenhunt wouldn't put a timetable on Wells' return. The Cardinals were encouraged by the news because on Sunday they feared that Wells could be out for the season, Whisenhunt said. If Wells can't play on Sunday in Baltimore, Alfonso Smith is likely to start, but LaRod Stephens-Howling and Chester Taylor likely would play there, too. "It will be a little bit of back-by-committee," Whisenhunt said when asked who would play if Wells was out. A report on"
Bone bruise likely to sideline Cards RB Wells up to 2 weeks
October 24
NFL.com
 
"The Arizona Cardinals expect to lose running back Beanie Wells for at least a week, and possibly two, with a bone bruise in his right knee, a team source said Monday. "Good news is it's not a surgical option," Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt said. "His knee is stable." Wells suffered the injury during the second quarter of Sunday's 32-20 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers. He was taken to the locker room with less than 2 minutes remaining in the first half and didn't return to the game, finishing with 12 carries for 42 yards."
Whisenhunt expects Cardinals RB Wells to play vs. Giants
October 2
NFL.com
 
"There continues to be optimism that running back Beanie Wells will be available for the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday when they face the New York Giants. Wells already has said he expects to play, and Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt sounded pretty convinced of that himself Saturday. Whisenhunt told SiriusXM Radio that Wells felt good while taking more reps during practice Friday and will work out before Sunday's home game to fully determine his status. "Barring something happening that I don't know about right now, I expect him to play," Whisenhunt said."
Arizona Cardinals RB Beanie Wells tests hamstring in practice
September 30
Arizona Republic
 
"Running back Beanie Wells opened up in practice Thursday, but not in an "Oprah" kind of way. Wells tested his strained hamstring by sprinting in practice, and there were no immediate ill effects. That gives the Cardinals additional hope that Wells will be able to play Sunday against the Giants. Wells increased his workload Thursday. He didn't sprint a lot, said coach Ken Whisenhunt, "because we didn't want to push it. We didn't have any setbacks. Hopefully, we'll get enough reps (Friday) that we're comfortable and we'll check it out before the game as well.""
Arizona Cardinals still working to overcome miscues
September 28
Arizona Republic
 
"Sometimes the space between winning and losing in the NFL is so thin that light can't shine through. If the Cardinals don't understand that after last Sunday's 13-10 loss to the Seahawks, they never will. The Cardinals left Seattle believing they did a thorough job of beating themselves. That was the lament of several players in the locker room at CenturyLink Field. The season is young, but the refrains have become familiar already: The Cardinals left plays on the field. It's a different guy every play. They're still getting to know each other and the system. Judging by a handful of critical offensive mistakes Sunday, there is truth in those statements. Let's break down one of the miscues"
This time, the Arizona Cardinals offense is to blame for a squandered opportunity
September 26
Arizona Republic
 
"Ugly matters only when you lose. The Cardinals aren't learning fast enough. They are 1-0 against rookie quarterbacks in the comfort of home. They are 0-2 with the ball in their hands and a chance to win a road game at the end. It's only September, a time for observations and not conclusions. But those are not character traits associated with championship teams. "It's hard to swallow, trust me," quarterback Kevin Kolb said. "Really hard to swallow. We're a couple of plays away from being 3-0, but guess what? We're only one play away from being 0-3, too.""
Cardinals' Larry Fitzgerald becomes franchise leader in touchdown catches
September 26
Arizona Republic
 
"When Larry Fitzgerald scored in the second quarter Sunday, he flipped the ball to an official, as his custom. A Cardinals employee had to do some legwork to retrieve the ball, although it will be hard for Fitzgerald to immediately appreciate a memento from the 13-10 loss. The 12-yard reception was Fitzgerald 67th receiving touchdown, moving him ahead of Roy Green for the most in franchise history "The time of night now is not to reflect," Fitzgerald said after the game. "We got our hats handed to us.""
Hamstring ailment forces Arizona Cardinals RB Beanie Wells to miss part of practice
September 23
Arizona Republic
 
"Running back Beanie Wells missed part of practice Thursday because of a hamstring injury apparently suffered during the workout. The seriousness of the injury is unknown. Wells was healthy Wednesday, but was listed on the report Thursday, suggesting the injury happened in practice. Media access to coaches and players typically ends before the Cardinals issue their injury report. That was the case Thursday, so no one was available for comment."
Arizona Cardinals' Kevin Kolb begins earning teams trust
September 13
Arizona Republic
 
"No amount of money can buy trust, not even the $63 million that Kevin Kolb can make as a Cardinals quarterback. He must earn it, from those who coach him, block for him and catch his passes. It has been just six weeks, but early signs point to the player making great strides in that area. It was interesting to watch Kolb not only run the offense in Sunday's 28-21 victory against Carolina but interact with his team away from the ball. How was his demeanor on the sideline? What kind of vibe did he send in the huddle? How did players speak of him afterward? "I think the thing that's most impressive is how he handles his teammates," Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt said Monday. "There were a"
Offensive lineman Deuce Lutui won't start Sunday for Arizona Cardinals
September 10
Arizona Republic
 
"A piece, a very large piece, of the Cardinals usual starting lineup will be missing Sunday when the offense takes the field for the first time. Guard Deuce Lutui will be standing on the sideline in uniform for the first time since midway through the 2006 season, his rookie year. Rex Hadnot replaces Lutui, who had started 72 of the Cardinals previous 73 games at right guard. The only game he missed in that streak was the final one of 2007, which he sat out because of a knee injury. "It's definitely going to be strange," Lutui said. "But I still trust the coaching staff here, I trust the decision, and I want the best players to play." It's the continuation of an odd year for Lutui."
Arizona Cardinals' cornerbacks set for NFL starting debuts
September 9
Arizona Republic
 
"NFL coaches typically don't plan to open the season with two cornerbacks who are starting for the first time. But that's the way the preseason has played out for the Cardinals, so Ken Whisenhunt isn't fretting. Patrick Peterson, a rookie, and A.J. Jefferson, in his second year, don't seem worried, so why should their coach? "I haven't figured it out yet," Whisenhunt said, "because if you got old guys, you get criticized for having old guys. And if you got young guys, you get criticized for having young guys. "I don't know, maybe we can go out and spend enough money under the cap to get the top player at every position and then we would be OK.""
Cardinals rookie David Carter making an impression
September 7
Arizona Republic
 
"Being a sixth-round draft pick who did not earn a college starting spot until his senior season and tagged as a "project" did more than motivate David Carter. It made him mad. Carter says he joined the Cardinals with a chip on his shoulder, eager to prove himself, and the 6-foot-5, 300-pound nose tackle has been the surprise of the preseason. He is expected to fill a real need as the backup for Dan Williams, and he also played defensive end during the final preseason game. "David Carter has done a very good job," coach Ken Whisenhunt said. "He's one of the young guys I'm really excited about. "I think he's earned the respect of his teammates, and that's not always easy to do as a"
Cardinals, veteran RB Taylor agree to terms
September 4
NFL.com
 
"One day after Chester Taylor was cut by the Chicago Bears, the Arizona Cardinals have agreed to terms on a one-year deal with the veteran running back, according to a league source. Arizona found itself thin in the backfield this preseason after rookie second-round pick Ryan Williams was lost for the year with a torn patella tendon in his right knee. Williams was a major reason the team traded Tim Hightower to the Washington Redskins and was expected to back up starter Beanie Wells."
Arizona Cardinals face difficult roster decisions
September 1
Arizona Republic
 
"Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt figures he and his staff will have some difficult decisions to make when they meet Friday to begin trimming the roster from 80 players to 53. It's not a pleasant job, but Whisenhunt prefers having to make tough calls rather than easy ones. To him, it means he has more talent. While many positions seem set, the final places on the roster might come down to how players perform Thursday night against Denver in the final preseason game. When asked what he hopes to glean from Thursday's game, Whisenhunt borrowed a quote from Patriots coach Bill Belichick. "More information," Whisenhunt said. "We've got a number of spots players are competing for. Last week, not"
Arizona Cardinals sign Brodie Croyle, waive Max Hall
August 25
Arizona Republic
 
"Quarterback Max Hall likely has played his last game with the Cardinals, although the team isn't shutting the door and locking the deadbolt on the possibility of Hall returning. Hall was waived-injured on Wednesday, two days after suffering a dislocated left shoulder in practice. The designation means the Cardinals can reach an injury settlement with Hall and not place him on injured reserve. Hall would not be able to play for the Cardinals this year if placed on injured-reserve. By reaching an injury settlement, however, Hall would become a free agent when he was healthy. The Cardinals or another team could sign him then. "It was the only way we could potentially get him back," coach Ken"
Cardinals' Adrian Wilson returns to practice on limited basis
August 24
Arizona Republic
 
"Cardinals strong safety Adrian Wilson isn't playing football yet, but that isn't stopping him from being playful. Wilson smiled and joked with reporters after practicing on a limited basis Tuesday for the first time since suffering a torn biceps tendon Aug. 6. Wilson wore shoulder pads and helmet and participated in some individual drills and passing sessions but had no contact. "Everybody excited?" Wilson asked. "Did anybody have any doubts? You? Maybe you? Anybody else? "No, it's all good," Wilson added. "Just getting some rust off. We'll see where I'm at in September. Hopefully there are no setbacks. Everything is on the up and up." The goal for Wilson has been to play in the season"
Cardinals expected to sign quarterback Brodie Croyle
August 24
Arizona Republic
 
"Former Kansas City QB Brodie Croyle is expected to sign with the Cardinals, a sign that backups John Skelton (ankle) and Max Hall (left shoulder) could be questionable for Saturday's game against the Chargers. Skelton didn't practice on Monday after suffering a right ankle sprain in last Friday's game against Green Bay. Hall suffered his injury in practice on Monday. I don't know the extent of Hall's injury Coach Ken Whisenhunt will be available to reporters in about an hour, so I'll add more in a hour. Without Skelton and Hall, the Cardinals would have entered Saturday's game with just two quarterbacks, Kevin Kolb and Rich Bartel. That's a risky proposition in preseason. Signing Croyle"
Arizona Cardinals in no hurry to select new running back
August 23
Arizona Republic
 
"Alfonso Smith knows the familiar names of the free-agent running backs still looking for NFL work. Clinton Portis. Correll Buckhalter. Laurence Maroney. Beanie Wells may not have as much to lose as Smith, but he knows they're out there, too. LenDale White. Tiki Barber. Kevin Smith. The Cardinals will be adding one of those players - or someone like them - in due course after losing rookie Ryan Williams to a season-ending leg injury Friday night against the Green Bay Packers. Head coach Ken Whisenhunt reiterated on Monday there is no immediate rush to sign a new running back, but whoever it is, he will likely be asked to complement Wells, the starter, and prove he is better than Smith, who"
Arizona Cardinals reach deal with Larry Fitzgerald
August 23
Arizona Republic
 
"Receiver Larry Fitzgerald is about to sign his third huge contract with the Cardinals, so he could have afforded to put diamonds in the soles of the cleats he brought to a news conference Saturday. Instead, he joked that he was ready to put those cleats to use on a day off, given that he had agreed to terms on an eight-year contract that could be worth $120 million. "When you sign an eight-year deal and you come to the boss' office, I had to feel like I was doing something," Fitzgerald said with a trademark smile. "Maybe he wanted me to go out there and run routes today, and I brought them just in case." Fitzgerald was accompanied to the news conference by his brother, Marcus, family"
Arizona Cardinals reach deal with Larry Fitzgerald
August 21
Arizona Republic
 
"Receiver Larry Fitzgerald is about to sign his third huge contract with the Cardinals, so he could have afforded to put diamonds in the soles of the cleats he brought to a news conference Saturday. Instead, he joked that he was ready to put those cleats to use on a day off, given that he had agreed to terms on an eight-year contract that could be worth $120 million. "When you sign an eight-year deal and you come to the boss' office, I had to feel like I was doing something," Fitzgerald said with a trademark smile. "Maybe he wanted me to go out there and run routes today, and I brought them just in case." Fitzgerald was accompanied to the news conference by his brother, Marcus, family"
NFL's Supplemental Draft postponed indefinitely
August 17
CBSSports.com
 
"The NFL informed its 32 teams in an email this evening that the supplemental draft has been postponed, according to a source within the league. The draft, which had been set to take place Wednesday, has not yet been been rescheduled. The email circulated simply didn't provide a date, according to the source. The postponement was presumably made to give the league more time to determine whether or not Ohio State quarterback Terrelle Pryor should be found eligible and to allow he and other players time to conduct a Pro Day workout of sorts for scouts."
Cardinals have cap space to re-sign Larry Fitzgerald
August 16
Arizona Republic
 
"The Arizona Cardinals are about $13.2 million under the salary cap, giving them ample room to re-sign receiver Larry Fitzgerald without making any adjustments. Cardinals General Manager Rod Graves is continuing to negotiate with Fitzgerald's agent, Eugene Parker. Neither man has commented on the status of talks. The 51 highest-paid players currently count against the salary cap. So two more will be added to the cap when the regular-season roster is set."
Report: Fitzgerald's contract forbids tagging
August 16
CBSSports.com
 
"An interestin tidbit in the contract of Cardinals WR Larry Fitzgerald was discovered by the sources of ESPN.com's Adam Schefter. Basically, as Schefter reports, the Cardinals will not have the opportunity to place the franchise tag on Fitzgerald once his contract expires after this season. Obviously, this is a very Fitzgerald-friendly clause, because assuming it could slap the tag on Fitzgerald, Arizona could keep him another season without having to sign him to a long-term deal (the caveat there is that the Cardinals would have to pay him the average of the top-five WRs in the league). That still would give the team plenty of leverage. Most players hate this maneuver because it restricts"
Bills' Evans shrugs off trade rumors
August 11
Buffalo News
 
"Lee Evans shrugged off rumors Wednesday that he might be trade material, considering the Buffalo Bills' depth at wide receiver. "I don't really know," Evans said after Wednesday's walk-through practice. "Obviously that's something that's out of my control. There's always rumors like that out there, so we'll just have to see what happens." An Arizona radio station reported this week that the Cardinals have some interest in Evans. "It's hard for me to comment on that now," Evans said. "It's one of those things you have to find out how much substance is behind it and see what happens." The Bills' addition of Brad Smith and Craig Davis in free agency further supplemented what already was a"
Bills' Lee Evans linked to Cardinals
August 10
SB Nation
 
"The Buffalo Bills could trade wide receiver Lee Evans, and Arizona could be a potential destination, as the Bills have a reasonably deep group of receivers and the Cardinals, well, don't. Trading Evans to get value is probably a few years too late. He had the worst season of his career a year ago and missed the last three games of the season on injured reserve. He had only 37 receptions and turned 30 years old this offseason."