The Cardinals came out with their first official depth chart on Monday before afternoon practice, and it listed Kevin Kolb as the number one QB with John Skelton as the number two. After practice Skelton was asked about it the depth chart, and he didn’t seem to know or care much about it. “Yeah I […]
Patrick Peterson is not lacking for confidence. The second-year pro is coming off a rookie season where he reached the Pro Bowl as a kick returner, but is expected to become one of the NFL’s best cover-corners. He thinks he’s getting there. “I’m definitely taking strides towards being the best cornerback each and every day,” […]
Kevin Kolb was named the Cardinals’ starting quarterback for Sunday’s Hall of Fame Game, and he should take the field first as long as he’s healthy. For the first time this training camp, that idea may be called into question. Kolb left Monday’s practice early after taking a shot to the thigh from defensive lineman […]
Whether it be Kevin Kolb or John Skelton lining up under center, the Cardinals’ offense will be a force to be reckoned with. At least, that’s what we hope for. But as the Cardinals’ annual Red and White practice showed on Saturday, the offense embarrassed themselves in front of a record crowd of 14,500 fans. […]
The 2012 Arizona Cardinals certainly could be defined by their running game more than ever before, as long as their talented backs can stay healthy. In fact, the feeling early in camp is the team’s offense will rely heavily on the production from Beanie Wells, Ryan Williams and the extremely versatile LaRod Stephens-Howling. “We know […]
For what it’s worth, Kevin Kolb will be the Arizona Cardinals’ starting QB Sunday in the Hall of Fame Game. The Cardinals released their first depth chart of the preseason Monday, and Kolb is listed first, with challenger John Skelton his backup. Chances are the order is insignificant for now, as Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt […]
The Cardinals entered their 2012 training camp with 12 wide receivers, and based on last year’s depth chart that number will shrink down to seven when cuts must be made for the 53-man roster. While proven players Larry Fitzgerald, Early Doucet and Andre Roberts are expected to remain on the team and first-round pick Michael […]
QB battles/controversies/competitions aren’t like this one. Kolb versus Skelton isn’t a normal quarterback battle. Listen to the comments of Coach Whisenhunt. Media: When would you like to see this battle resolved? CKW: Two years ago. Thursday, Coach Whisenhunt opened his press conference without needing any questions from the media: “There’s been no decision on who […]
The Arizona Cardinals are only one week into training camp in Flagstaff, so you’d think they would get a little slack from head coach Ken Whisenhunt. That’s clearly not the case. “Saturday was a little bit of an eye opener because you feel like you’re further along,” the coach said about the defense-dominated scrimmage. “The […]
Beanie Wells was placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list at the beginning of training camp, a move that has led many to worry about the running back’s status coming into the season. And why shouldn’t they? Wells, who ran for a career-best 1,047 yards and 10 touchdowns last season, had knee surgery in […]
Flagstaff, Ariz. — Last week camp started in Flagstaff for the Arizona Cardinals, and it was the second year for a lot of those players, including Rob Housler. He says the game has slowed down for him quite a bit since his rookie season. “It’s one of those things where you don’t have to think […]
Anyone who watched the Arizona Cardinals’ annual Red and White scrimmage Saturday and says either John Skelton or Kevin Kolb played well would be lying to you. While each signal caller made some nice throws, neither was consistent and each had moments that made you simply shake your head. However, Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt told […]
Flagstaff, Ariz. — It seems as though with every carry Ryan Williams gets, the closer and closer he looks to being the player the Cardinals were so excited about this time one year ago. Williams, who missed all of last season after rupturing the patellar tendon in his right knee, has found a way to […]
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — A record 14,500 fans made their way to Flagstaff to soak in the Arizona Cardinals annual Red and White Practice, presumably to see for themselves if Kevin Kolb or John Skelton had the upper hand in the well-publicized starting quarterback competition. Instead, those fans got to see a lot of defense and […]
Flagstaff, Ariz. – Cardinals defensive end Calais Campbell said this is the time in training camp where the defense will be ahead of the offense. It sure seemed that way at the team’s annual Red and White scrimmage, where an estimated 14,500 fans saw the offense muster just one touchdown drive out of 15 different […]
With all the attention in training camp going towards the quarterback battle, a few questions remain about other aspects of the Cardinals’ offense. More specifically, the offensive line and its inability to protect the quarterback. The Cardinals allowed the second-most sacks of any team last year, finishing with a grand total of 54. The sacks […]
It’s the third day of Cardinals training camp in Flagstaff, and the birds are one step closer to deciding who will top the team’s depth chart at quarterback. Unfortunately, nobody is really sure whether Kevin Kolb or John Skelton has the inside track towards landing the starting gig. Offensive lineman Daryn Colledge joined Arizona Sports […]
July 27, 2012: Lunchtime with Whiz FLAGSTAFF — Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt meets the media daily at lunchtime: He was pleased with yesterday’s first practice in pads saying it was “probably a little better than I expected.” He also said he’s considering holding running back Ryan Williams out of this afternoon’s practice as a […]
Ray Horton is a thinker, a guy that doesn’t like the confines of conventionality. When others say you can’t play that scheme, the Cardinals defensive-coordinator says, “Why not?” When they respond, “Because…nobody does that,” Horton smiles. Being different and trying new things on the defensive side of the ball in the National Football League is […]
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — It’s got to be a little strange when a rival with whom you’ve butted heads for seven years is suddenly wearing the same uniform you are. When the Arizona Cardinals signed free agent guard Adam Snyder, formerly of the San Francisco 49ers, that’s exactly what defensive end Darnell Dockett had to be […]
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — For Nick Eason there was never any question whether or not he’d report to training camp on time. A veteran of nine NFL seasons — including last season with the Cardinals — he has a job to do. No one, however, would have given it a second thought if he had arrived […]
July 26, 2012: Carter explains the ‘Dockett rule’ FLAGSTAFF — There are specific rookie duties in training camp. David Carter, the Cardinals sixth-round draft pick in 2011, performed those duties without hesitation a year ago. Coming into camp this year, he thought he was done. He is not. “This is what they say—I’m not a […]
The Arizona Cardinals have signed guard Russ Hochstein, according to a team press release. Terms of his contract were not announced, per club policy, but reports say it is for one-year. The 6-foot-4, 305-pound veteran is entering his 12th season in the NFL after previous stints in Denver, New England and Tampa Bay. He spent […]
The Arizona Cardinals’ quarterback battle may be garnering a lot of attention here in the Valley, but nationwide, there’s a general lack of understanding as to why Kevin Kolb hasn’t locked down the starting job yet. ESPN NFL insider John Clayton told Arizona Sports 620’s Doug and Wolf Show Thursday that at this point in […]
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — It was almost hard to recognize Colin Parker on the football field during his first couple practices of his rookie training camp. The former Arizona State Sun Devil wasn’t wearing his usual maroon and gold uniform #21 — instead it has been replaced by a red Arizona Cardinals jersey sporting #97. And […]
Adam Snyder was not a member of the Arizona Cardinals last season, so whatever issues they may have had along the offensive line had nothing to do with him. However, the team’s new right guard is supposed to be part of the solution, and that’s exactly what he’s planning on doing. “I just think we’re […]
Entering his third year with the Arizona Cardinals, inside linebacker Daryl Washington has set high expectations for himself and his defensive corps this coming season. “The number one goal is to make it to the Pro Bowl,” Washington told Arizona Sports 620’s Doug and Wolf Show Thursday. “Obviously, win a whole bunch of games. I […]
July 26, 2012: Lunchtime with Whiz FLAGSTAFF — Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt meets the media daily at lunchtime: “Well, no decison on the quarterback yet.” And that’s how Whisenhunt opened his Thursday afternoon press conference. The Cardinals will practice in full pads for the first time this afternoon. “I’m expecting it to be potentially […]
Jay Feely is not worried about who will be the Cardinals’ starting quarterback Week 1 against Seattle. The kicker, as a guest on Arizona Sports 620’s Burns and Gambo Thursday, said both Kevin Kolb and John Skelton are competing for the job, and whoever is best will play. “Both of them have different positive strengths […]
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — A training camp without a quarterback battle would seem unusual for Larry Fitzgerald. The veteran wide receiver is entering his ninth season in the NFL, and not many have begun without a question at the quarterback position. “Yeah, I’ve been through a couple,” he said. “It always makes for fun.” There was […]
