Conflicting reports on Josh Cribbs to Cardinals
Mar 14, 2013, 3:58 AM | Updated: 3:59 am
The Arizona Cardinals appear to be on the brink of landing another coveted free agent.
According to Browns beat writer Mary Kay Cabot, Josh Cribbs is headed to the Valley.
Josh Cribbs to Arizona, source told Pd.
— Mary Kay Cabot (@MaryKayCabot) March 14, 2013
A few minordetails to be worked out for Cribbs to #cardinals, should be finalized by morning.
— Mary Kay Cabot (@MaryKayCabot) March 14, 2013
However, conflicting reports surfaced late Wednesday about Cribbs’ rumored deal with the Cardinals.
NFL Network and NFL.com reporter Ian Rapoport tweeted that while Cribbs wants a deal with the Cardinals, one hasn’t yet been agreed upon.
My understanding of what’s happened with Josh Cribbs: He decided he wants to go to #Cardinals. But no deal has been struck or negotiated yet
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 14, 2013
CBS NFL Insider Jason La Canfora also tweeted Cribbs to the Cardinals could be premature.
Contrary to reports, Josh Cribbs not only doesn’t have a deal with the Cards, I’m told it’s not even close. He is still playing the field…
— Jason La Canfora (@JasonLaCanfora) March 14, 2013
Cribbs took to Twitter on Wednesday night and thanked the Browns organization, signaling he’s indeed leaving.
It’s been a blessing to be in Cleveland, wishing the best to the city & the Team. If I could stay I… instagr.am/p/W0go4DtItb/
— Josh Cribbs (@JoshCribbs16) March 14, 2013
Cribbs was named to his third Pro Bowl last year as a kick returner.
He posted a career-high 41 receptions for 518 yards and four touchdowns in 2011, but finished with just seven catches last season.
