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It appears as though the Cardinals are close to finding their franchise QB, as a deal for Philadelphia's Kevin Kolb seems to be imminent.

However, Arizona's last franchise QB does not seem to be as high on the 27-year-old as others.

"You have a little more book on him than you would a college quarterback coming into the NFL," Kurt Warner told Sports 620 KTAR's Gambo and Ash. "Kevin Kolb's at least played at this level, he's showed his potential."

Warner talked about how of Kolb's seven starts, how he's had as many bad games as good.

"That's kind of the theme with what you've seen from his first seven starts," he said. "You've seen good, but then you've also seen not so good."

Giving up high draft picks to acquire Kolb and then a big contract to sign him is risky, Warner said, because there is no guarantee the former second round pick will be as good as some people seem to hope.

But with 11 touchdowns and 14 interceptions to his credit, Kolb's overall body of work doesn't necessarily scream "next big thing."

So, Warner said the Cardinals better be confident in Kolb's abilities if they decide to go ahead and make a move. If that happens, the future hall of famer will be like the rest of us, watching and wondering if the Cardinals made the right decision.

"I just don't know if there's enough out there on him to say I'm convinced this guy can be a franchise guy," he said.

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    Sensei wrote...
    Please listen to Warner.
    July 21, 2011 10:53 pm
    No on Kolb if he comes with a high price. One second round pick is more than enough.
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    David Parra wrote...
    Kurt Warner is right.
    July 22, 2011 9:23 am
    The Arizona Cardinals better listen to their former franchise QB. Kurt Warner is correct on this. If Kevin Kolb is the QB they bring in, dont sell the farm for him. No first round picks, no DRC, no Darryl Washington... One 2nd round pick is enough. Or get Kyle Orton for even less..
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    AZsportsFan46 wrote...
    I'm with you...somewhat
    July 22, 2011 11:30 am
    I'm with you about Kolb. I'm not sure that he's the best choice, especially at a high price. I definitely don't want to give up DRC or any of our defensive pieces. I really like Kyle Orton, especially since he would probably come cheaper. However, the fact that Kolb apparently really wants to be here has kind of turned me more in favor of the Cardinals acquiring him. I like that fact that he wants to be here and has already shown he's willing to work hard to be the QB here, combined with the fact that Fitzgerald wants him here I think makes him a good fit.
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    esc R. wrote...
    Agree with Kurt
    July 22, 2011 11:49 am
    I dont see it in this kid. Cards will give too much for Kolb and it will hurt them long term. Philly and this lock out has made his value go up even though he is not worth it or has not proven anything. I rather go with a young QB in the draft next year.
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    the cooker wrote...
    Hey Kurt!
    July 22, 2011 12:10 pm
    Seems to me a lot of people thought you were a has been when the Cards signed you and figured you were an insurance policy at best. Did you not get a chance to prove yourself? I have never followed Kolb, but could it be that you were hoping the Cards would offer you $20 mil to come out of retirement for one season???? Your comments just sound a little self serving to me. Could be wrong.
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    azfan1 wrote...
    Go for Kolb
    July 22, 2011 12:54 pm
    I really respect Kurt but cmon. Who we need to listen to is Larry Fitzgerald. If he is a go for Kolb then we should be as well. Larry is our franchise and Kurt is gone! In my opinion, Kurt should have played out his contract like he asked for or just ask for a 1 year extension. Anyway, go for Kolb, if not available then go for Orton. People point out that Kolb is unproven. Guess what folks? Every rookie QB drafted this year and next is unproven as well. I saw Kolb and I liked him. Eagles will be in trouble when Vick does get hurt. Their loss and our GAIN!
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    hlv2123 wrote...
    warner
    July 22, 2011 1:02 pm
    coming from warner that means alot since he was the same type of qb.
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    Richemor wrote...
    Warner
    July 22, 2011 2:26 pm
    Dont listen to the guy.. just cause he was a great player doesn't me he knows..Hes a man with a great life story and career that hes trying to brige into his broadcasting.i would listen to him if it was a life lesson. Michael Jordan was the greatest player but i wouldnt listen to him in player evaluations or management.
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    Mister T wrote...
    come one, Wiz . . .
    July 22, 2011 2:50 pm
    Kurt should be on your staff somewhere . . . he is more of a coach than a lot of coaches in the league. But he sees a different part -- not just calling plays . . . he gets those intangibles. Sign him up before someone else gets him!
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    FitzIsMyHero wrote...
    C'mon guys! All Warner's sayin is:
    July 22, 2011 4:06 pm
    That Kolb hasn't shown enough to be worth a high price. Philly would have an argument to ask for DRC or a 1st rd draft pk "IF" he had more TD's than INT's. But his career stats aren't worthy of a pro bowl CB or a 1st rd draft pk. A 2nd rd draft pick and another player (non-starter) would suffice per his career stats. If the Card's can't get him for a fair deal then they should just move on. (AT THE LAST MIN) ID GIVE THEM A 1ST RD DRAFT PK, AND NOTHING ELSE!!!!
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