Murphy continues to dominate trade talks but is joined by a bevy of outfielders, all of whom can elevate any team that makes an offer to their current clubs for their services. WR Arizona Cardinals. July 30, 2022: Activated TE Max Williams from the physically unable to perform (PUP) list. The consecutive late-season swoons would give the appearance of a warming seat, but Kingsburys contract nixed that notion. Months before the Murray deals bumpy landing, the Cardinals reunited their star quarterback with his top college wide receiver. Subscribe on Apple podcasts or Spotify. Hopkins was by and away the best and most consistent player on the team, but that PED suspension was possibly the only thing that could have made him anything close to the consideration of being expendable. Rob Goldberg May 12, 2022 AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez After snapping a five-year playoff drought last season, the Arizona Cardinals are ready to make an even deeper run in 2022. 2022 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. October 16, 2022. An illness kept No. Please login to leave a reply. Add the defending World Series champs Houston to the mix, per Chandler Rome of The Houston Chronicle. He is one of the few 1,000-yard tight ends (1,121 last season) to emerge in the college ranks this century, and while The Athletics Dane Brugler called him a better Hayden Hurst, Ertzs presence will allow for a longer bridge to full-time duty. Hopkins may not have to share targets with Marquise Brown when Hopkins makes his season debut in Week 7 against the Saints, as MLB rumors: Will geography play a big role in Jose Abreu decision? Arizona Cardinals GM on list of NFL general managers who could be fired, VOTE: Who would you like to see as the #AZCardinals' head coach next season? While Murray and his agent agreed to the deal with that clause included, it clunkily being removed after the two-time Pro Bowler felt compelled to defender himself stained the process. December 9th, 2022 at 6:46pm CST by Ely Allen. Six of Arizonas offensive starters are over 30, and Conner is on a second running back contract. Jones Raiders signing will place more pressure on Markus Golden, whose 11-sack season undoubtedly can be partially credited to Jones presence, and on J.J. Watt to stay healthy. The team missed in extending Johnson, who admittedly was stuck on some bad teams after his three-year, $39MM accord. 49ers signed QB Josh Johnson off of the Broncos' practice squad. Thomas (10.5 sacks, 20.5 tackles for loss in 2021) outproduced him in college. Green is near the end, and the team entering the season with the ex-Bengal great as its No. Could the Arizona Cardinals be the right situation? We know how effective Harbaugh is as a head coach, given his stint with the San Francisco 49ers. None are official. Whatever the case ends up being, the Diamondbacks have the ability to sit tight and hold on to their young players, hoping they build on previous seasons and command even more attention, either through the season or after it, or acquire a haul of talent in return for them now. Humphries joined Justin Pugh and Rodney Hudson as Cardinals offensive line starters on IR on Saturday. But he has missed just one game over the past three seasons. This mostly kept Collins in the garage as a rookie. But I dont think that any contender could swallow that. Brown can position himself for a contract north of Diontae Johnsons new deal (two years, $36.7MM) by proving he was held back in Baltimore. The towering offensive tackle returned as a limited participant after being sidelined to begin Arizona Cardinals preparations. The motivation and coaching will be the ultimate determinant there, because it doesnt seem like Arizona will be able to move much of that core for the next couple of years if it doesnt work out. His 574 receiving yards in 11 games were more than any Cardinal tight end compiled in a season since the franchise relocated to Arizona in 1988. Raising Zona also addressed the issue surrounding Harbaugh and the level of control he would want to coach Arizona. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. It would certainly take some major money to convince the Ohio native to leave his coveted gig with the Michigan Wolverines. Hernandez, conversely, went from long-term Giants starter with a mild injury history to a player who generated next to no interest. If Hopkins hit was less, a strong return to the field this year could have persuaded a contending team (Green Bay, finally?) Chiefs Rumors. The Cardinals were one of three teams to experience an offseason tragedy. Other teams are interested in acquiring him because they recognize the upward trend and want to jump at the chance to get him now before it becomes much more difficult (and expensive) to do so later. The Arizona Cardinals were under the HBO spotlight again Wednesday for the fourth episode of the behind-the-scenes look at their 2023 campaign, and things are not going For what its worth, the Cardinals enter the conversation as a rather attractive landing spot. Steelers Rumors. So is the HC-GM combo. Sign up for the Cards Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. Going up against the hapless Pirates and down-on-their-luck Reds and Cubs seems like a much more attractive prospect than pitching against the Dodgers and Padres. That bodes well for a 2022 bounce-back effort. The Cards had reason to part ways with the seven-year vet, needing to see what they have in Collins and needing cash to keep Ertz and Conner.But Hicks certainly produced on the four-year, $34MM deal he inked in 2019. At long last, the Cardinals have found a quality tight end. , "Talks are said to involve players at a variety of positions, with second base, third base, shortstop and catcher looking most likely," Piecoro added. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onAll MLB and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Arizona Cardinals GM on list of NFL general managers who could be fired, Kliff Kingsbury next NFL coach fired? Beating the Patriots in a trade for Jones, who became a two-time All-Pro in Arizona, may be a nice sweetener here for Keim. According to Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic, "perhaps a third of baseball's 30 teams have checked in on at least one of the Diamondbacks' outfielders, with two new clubs The Jaguars shocking the NFL world with their four-year, $72MM accord essentially a two-year, $37MM contract reminded of Sammy Watkins $16MM-per-year Chiefs deal four years ago. According to Jon Heyman, the St. Louis Cardinals are believed to be a surprise team making a serious play to sign top free agent pitcher Carlos Rodon. According to MLB insider Jon Heyman, the St. Louis Cardinals are believed to be ready to make a pretty significant splash in free agency. Arizona Cardinals enter Week 13 with minute chance at making 2022 NFL playoffs Mathematically, the Arizona Cardinals somehow still have a sliver of postseason hope to swoop in and take a chance, but any team already rostering a highly paid QB will be hard pressed to fit that cap hit. The former Vikings first-round pick only played one NFL season. Despite Pugh coming off an injury-plagued Giants tenure, his market did not suffer much. Although the Cardinals likely received Jones best years, he expressed little desire to stay. By that time, Simmons is going to need a deal done, as will Baker and Brown, or Arizona will need replacements. Heyman tweeted out that the Cardinals are reportedly interested in acquiring Rodon, the 30-year-old southpaw who was a strength of the San Francisco Giants rotation in 2022. He provided solid ground and air support to a Cards team short on available offensive talent down the stretch last season. The Cardinals will play the New Orleans Saints at home on Thursday night in Week 7. The cancer survivors 3.7-yard average deceives slightly, since he often was called upon in short-yardage situations. 32 overall in 2019. Although antennae are up for this situation sinking to similar depths, Murrays talent level when healthy, which was the case in the first half of the past two seasons provides a level of upward mobility those situations did not. Then again, Brown surely has untapped potential at the NFL level. The Cards retaining Ertz for $10.6MM per year in March doubled as good timing, given how David Njokus $13.7MM-AAV contract disrupted the market this year. November 28th, 2022 at 8:54pm CST by Sam Robinson. A fourth rookie-deal year would have allowed the Cardinals a better answer as to Murrays trajectory, but they practiced appeasement with this early extension. Piecoro added that the team is looking at some deals that would send one player back in return and others that would deal multiple. Fawkes wrote in that story: "Another name thrown around lately? 0 stories. San Francisco has personal reasons to land Rodon, as it would be a way to stick it to the Yankees after losing the Aaron Judge sweepstakes. Green has apparently looked very good at Arizonas practices. Two seasons ago, when the St. Louis Support local journalism: Subscribe toazcentral.comtoday. Zach Allen might be facing his make or break for that reason at end, as Watts health is suspect at this point. November 23rd, 2022 at 10:35am CST by Sam Robinson. He ended up w/ 7 less targets total because he missed a game, but still, Lamar actually looked his way just as often. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. November 25th, 2022 at 1:56pm CST by Sam Robinson. The Texans have no chance at belated winning that wildly panned 2020 trade, but Hopkins missing a seasons worth of games between 2021 and 22 makes his $27.25MM-per-year salary hurt. Raising Zona addressed the Harbaugh rumor with the Cardinals. 49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo feels fortunate to only be dealing with knee soreness after taking a low hit from 49ers That corps does represent a lot of talent, though, between Brown, Hopkins, and Ertz at TE who is signed for a few years, and of course with Murrays natural arm talent as well. Your inbox approves See the data Golfweek's top news 's best, via (Latest #NFL coach speculation: https://t.co/xdOo8tmkHx) @azcentral #BirdCityFootball. Coming off his first Pro Bowl as well, the ex-Florida Gator appears to have done the Cardinals a favor. ", He continued, "we have some things we're still working on that I feel like we're going to be in a position to make decisions on.". These three moves should be his next. While Watkins pact preceded a host of receivers moving past his overpayment, Kirk ignited a far bigger sea change. 2 wideout may be dicey. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. 1:04 Several NFL writers have speculated about Sean Payton potentially being the next Arizona Cardinals coach, should the team decide to move on from Kliff Kingsbury. I actually think it was good business. Dominoes still need to fall on both sides, but that sounds like a match made in heaven.". 1:04 Several NFL writers have speculated about Sean Payton potentially being the next Arizona Cardinals coach, should the team decide to move on from Kliff Kingsbury. Harbaughs style and philosophy is also a great fit for the NFL, evidenced by his pro-style spread offense, something deviant of your traditional spread. 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According to Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic, "perhaps a third of baseball's 30 teams have checked in on at least one of the Diamondbacks' outfielders, with two new clubs reaching out for the first time on Tuesday.". Arizona Cardinals 2022 NFL Schedule leaks and rumors Week 18 at San Francisco could be their final game per Johnny Venerable . Many Rumors have already put Swanson with the Cardinals as well as the Cubs, setting up what could be a fight to the finish between a pair of division rivals for a shortstop that could give one of them a distinctive edge in 2023 and beyond. Conner did even better for himself. Keim, 49, continues to survive. I agree which is why it was bad business to extend the GM, HC, & QB. Going from Jones to two third-rounders on the edge will be a gamble for the Cards, but the team needed to devote resources here. Catcher is not at the top of the team's needs list, but it is telling that they at least inquired about a trade at the same time the team is favored to land shortstop Carlos Correa and was a major player in the Aaron Judge sweepstakes. The Cardinals definitely qualify as an attractive destination. https://cardswire.usatoday.com/2022/05/12/nfl-schedule-2022-arizona-cardinals-rumors-leaks/, Scathing comments about Cardinals GM Steve Keim surface, NFC playoff clinching and elimination scenarios for Week 14, Byron Murphy, Rondale Moore ruled out of game vs. Patriots, LOOK: All 32 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year nominees, Cardinals' run game to be key vs. Patriots, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Michael Bidwill evidently thought so, as he is now paying Kingsbury through 2027. But that was a top-market deal at the time. And the team did not make a major investment to replace its top pass rusher. It seems that Arizonas roster depth will be top heavy for some time, given their contract situation. McBride marks the first such investment in eight years, however, and joins Ertz as part of this oddly potent-looking Cards tight end corps. Brown actually averaged about the same amount of targets per game as Andrews in 2021. It remains bizarre Murray receiving a $46.1MM-per-year contract behind only Aaron Rodgers and collecting that monster guarantee (behind only Deshaun Watson) became afterthoughts as his months-long negotiations concluded in historically strange fashion. Harbaugh has other things to worry about right now as his Michigan Wolverines prepare for the College Football Playoff. The Cardinals have already doled out a franchise-record contract to their As nearly every team with a worthwhile 2019 receiver draftee is rewarding them with lucrative extensions, Arizona has a year to evaluate Browns fit. Brown, 25, does pair better with Murray, age-wise, than Hopkins, 30. DATE TRANSACTION; July 31, 2022: Released OT Eric Smith. The trade request led the diminutive deep threat to Arizona, and while the Cardinals did recoup a third-rounder from the Ravens, Baltimore collecting a first-rounder for Brown did surprise on draft night. But Murray and Hopkins unavailability or limitations during last seasons second half would still seem to warrant mulligan consideration. However, the Cards albeit in strange fashion checked off the top contract box in franchise history. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Contreras then went on to say that he first envisioned being a Cardinals player the day he saw Albert Pujols hit his 695th career home run (against the Cubs) and started envisioning playing for a team with that kind of winning tradition. With the Yankees, Blue Jays, White Sox, Reds and other teams linked to the much better Diamondbacks outfielders, it would not be surprising if one of those teams that does not strike a deal with Arizona takes a chance on bringing Kepler in to bolster an outfield it clearly has questions about. Full Arizona Cardinals injuries for the 2022 season including date of injury, player's position and injury status. The bar is lower here. James Conner staying healthy and Eno Benjamin complementing him, post-Chase Edmonds, should be the teams ideal formula. While Kingsbury going from five to eight to 11 wins in his three seasons represents progress, the Cardinals have finished 2-6 (2020) and 3-5 over the past two years. Moore and Antoine Wesleys presences should give the Cardinals some depth, but Hopkins 2021 absence left a glaring void. Only David Johnsons outlier 2016 produced more in a Cardinals season. "But I think that people that think we've done a good job and are pleased with the job that we've done here at Michigan, they're going to be very happy to learn that we will be back enthusiastically coaching the Wolverines in 2023. In the aftermath of the 25-year-old cornerbacks death, Kingsbury indicated the team had the position on its radar in June. Of course Browns numbers would probably look better than, if not just as good as Andrews, if he wasnt dropping easy catches that hit him in the hands (see: Detroit). Humphries extension numbers are a bit unusual. Ideally, the Cardinals will not want Williams receiving too many carries. After signing a one-year, $1.75MM deal in 2021, the ex-Steeler starter rewarded the Cardinals (and numerous fantasy GMs that took mid-round swings) with an 18-touchdown season. Were they all overhyped, or does Arizona just need top tier talent to succeed at the WR position? But no notable signings have taken place. Bad return on those investments. D'backs General Manager Mike Hazen said of the situation the team finds itself in, "We have enough specificity around some of these (discussions) that I feel like we'll have some decisions to say yes or no. Could an NFL team entice him to leave? Find out the latest on your favorite NFL players on CBSSports.com. But he became a decent outlet option for Patrick Mahomes in 2021. But Williams was necessary in Kansas City, subbing in for the oft-unavailable Clyde Edwards-Helaire. NFL Week 14 odds: Raiders vs. Rams | Jets vs. Bills | Browns vs. Bengals | Texans vs. Cowboys | Vikings vs. Lions | Eagles vs. Giants | Ravens vs. Steelers | Jaguars vs. Titans | Chiefs vs. Broncos | Panthers vs. Seahawks | Buccaneers vs. 49ers | Dolphins vs. Chargers | Patriots vs. Cardinals. McBrides rookie contract will slot nicely alongside Ertzs eight-figure AAV, and the Mountain West product could be poised to take over by 2024. Kingsbury and Co. were careful not to overwork Edmonds (150 and 159 touch totals in 2020 and 21), but Benjamin and Williams will have a production void to fill after two solid years from the former fourth-round pick. Another player on offense that Arizona will have to replace is Chase Edmonds as a complementary back, though reports are that Eno Benjamin is supposed to take role. Less-than-ideal Philly ending aside, Ertz did well for himself with Arizona. NFL Injuries. But the Rosen pick and Steve Wilks one-and-done happening in the same year as Keims extreme DUI arrest made it somewhat surprising the Cardinals let him start over with Kingsbury and Murray. They will also attempt to become the third team in NFL history to host and win the Super Bowl as that year's Super Bowl will be held at State Farm Stadium. Key pieces exist at all position groups on the defensive side of the ball, too. We anticipate a road game in Week 17 and a divisional game to end the season in Week 18. Jim Koch wrote: "And thats where Harbaugh comes in. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onAll MLB and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Sports Illustrated wrote that Harbaugh would be a "match made in heaven" with Arizona. Aaron Gleeman and Dan Hayes of The Athletic reported that Minnesota Twins outfielder Max Kepler is drawing trade interest. I think that Arizona has enough pure talent to not lose too many games, but the seemingly rudderless direction of the organization and the questions about coaching and player distractions will probably impact the morale of the team. And if thats the case, give it to him. Murphy had a career year in 2022 at the plate, accumulating highs in home runs (18), RBI (66), walks (56), batting average (.250), and total bases (229). Hell probably be, as the article states, the primary option early. But, assuming the team wants a Hopkins-Brown long-term partnership, that will become expensive on a roster now carrying a monster quarterback salary very soon. He was better offensively than nearly every other player at his position this past season, sans the Phillies' JT Realmuto, and defensively, he is as solid as there is behind the plate. hopefully this Kyler kid starts acting like an adult now that he got the contract he wanted. Visit ESPN to view the Arizona Cardinals team schedule for the current and previous seasons After giving Hicks permission to seek a trade, upon drafting yet another off-ball linebacker in Round 1 (Collins), the Cardinals kept the veteran and could not find sufficient cause to take him off the field. This works out well for Conner, whose $13.5MM guarantee ranks ninth among backs. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. After what they gave up for Brown, he wont be going anywhere. It would seem that the Giants have the inside track to landing Rodon, as San Francisco was the place he most recently called home. 49ers It is no surprise that contending teams like the Yankees and Blue Jays would be looking to bolster their rosters with quality, young outfielders and why teams looking to get to that next level would hope to add those building blocks to their rosters for years to come. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Previously due for free agency in March, Humphries accepted a modest raise by NFL standards in signing for barely $17MM per year. St. Louis Cardinals rumors: Cards interested in Carlos Rodon. The top three players associated with the franchise landed in headlines either for leaving, being suspended, or, most notably, entanglement in one of the weirder contract plots in recent memory and the team Arizona will field looks to have more question marks than the 2021 iteration did. But Jones departure creates a void for a Cardinals team with higher hopes than most of the Jones-years squads carried. Brown Game Did Not Factor Into GM Decision, Jason Garrett, Greg Roman Out Of Running For Stanford HC Job, 49ers Do Not Plan To Place Jimmy Garoppolo On IR, Giants CB Aaron Robinson Suffered ACL, MCL Tears. Odds are, Hernandez will be needed as a starter this season. The GMs sketchy first-round history (Jonathan Cooper, Deone Bucannon, Robert Nkemdiche, Rosen) is somewhat countered by a strong Day 2 acumen (Tyrann Mathieu, John Brown, Budda Baker, Byron Murphy). A Hopkins-Brown-A.J. Week 7 vs the New Orleans Saints It garnered him next to no interest on the market, hence the Cardinals visit turning into a $1MM guarantee. Of course, that rivalry between the Cubs and Cardinals has already taken an interesting twist this offseason, with former Chicago catcher Willson Contreras signing a deal with St. Louis. As it stood, the Giants and Yankees were in a battle to try and outbid one another to add the ace to their respective staff but the Cardinals are a chaotic variable no one was accounting for. Instead, McCoy enhanced his backup-QB dossier by ensuring the Cards survived Murrays hamstring injury. The following is a NFL Transactions: Wednesday 11/30 November 30, 2022 Carlos Correa, the other high-profile free agent shortstop available this offseason, is reportedly being pursued by the Twins, San Francisco Giants, and New York Yankees. The full Arizona Cardinals 2022 regular season schedule will be released tonight, but there will be leaks and rumors. But he would make for an excellent consolation.". Keim (with a heavy push from Kingsbury) turned out to be right in diving back into the first round for Murray, punting on Josh Rosen after one season and joining the 1982-83 Baltimore Colts as the only teams to take QBs in back-to-back first rounds. The latter skid culminated in one of the uglier wild-card losses in recent NFL history. Add the San Francisco Giants to the list of potential suitors for promising young Oakland A's catcher Sean Murphy, per Susan Slusser of The San Francisco Chronicle. Humphries, 28, bailed on another under-30 crack at free agency to sign the 12th-highest tackle contract (AAV-wise). With departures, Los Angeles Dodgers must retool for 2023, Former Yankees hitting coach dishes on Aaron Judges success, future. October 30th, 2022 at 4:35pm CST by Adam La Rose. Apr 28, 2022; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves shortstop Dansby Swanson (7) celebrates with teammates after a home run against the Chicago Cubs in the third inning at Truist Park. D.J. NFL team would have to fire Kliff Kingsbury, Fire Steve Keim? The Cards have also finished 19th and 15th in offensive DVOA over the past two seasons, respectively, tailing off as Murray injuries (a November 2020 shoulder sprain and an October 2021 high ankle sprain) sapped the stretch-run capabilities of each squad. (NFLTR) His 2022 saw him smash 27 home runs and drive in 74 RBI en route to a .443 slugging percentage. NFC Notes: 49ers, Brock Purdy, Cardinals, Rams, Baker Mayfield, NFC Notes: 49ers, Cardinals, Rams, Baker Mayfield, Cardinals Sign DL Michael Dogbe & LB Blake Lynch To P-Squad, NFC Notes: 49ers, Nick Bosa, Cardinals, Rams, NFC Notes: 49ers, Cardinals, Kyler Murray, Seahawks, Cardinals Tried Out Eight Special Teams Players, NFC Notes: 49ers, Cardinals, Rams, Aaron Donald, NFC Notes: Jimmy Garoppolo, 49ers, Cardinals, Seahawks, NFLTR Review: Top 25 Realistic 2023 Free Agents, NFC Notes: 49ers, Rams, Sean McVay, Matthew Stafford, Seahawks. MLB Winter Meetings Updates 2022. Like Sean Payton left his 16-year Saints HC job for a FOX analyst gig, but the Super Bowl-winning head coach has said on But, considering this teams history at this position, a quality starter of any age should be embraced. How the parties got here should prompt hesitancy regarding the trios future together, but Murray avoiding injuries and staying on the Pro Bowl tier in 2022 will quiet some of the noise surrounding this late-summer fiasco. With Hopkins sidelined for the Cards first six games, the Oklahoma-established Kyler-Hollywood connection will need to rev up again immediately. Speculation swirls around Arizona Cardinals coach. You'll now receive the top Cards Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. There are no teams specified in the report. Sion Fawkes wrote: "TheJim Harbaugh rumorsare gaining steam in the desert, and if he leads the University of Michigan to a National Title, you can bet that NFL teams will take further interest in the former San Francisco 49ers coach. "That time of the year type of speculation, but I think no man knows the future," Harbaugh said. The first Cardinals playoff entrance in six years preceded a complex offseason. His $18MM-per-year deal fell from seventh among receivers on March 14 to 18th when Diontae Johnsons deal came to pass on August 4. Full Arizona Cardinals transactions for the 2022 season including date of transaction, player's position and the transaction. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Going into his age-29 season, Vigil has made 51 career starts, Hernandez was a four-year Giants starter, and Williams played a regular role on one of the NFLs best offenses. But the 34-year-old injury-prone performer is a better bet, wear-and-tear-wise, to produce in September than December. This is similar to how the Eagles played it with Ertz and Goedert, though it is interesting to see Keim give Kingsbury known 10 personnel aficionado that he is a tight end with the teams top draft choice. He is an adaptable player who can benefit a team defensively and at the plate, making him a greater asset than Jake McCarthy and Alek Thomas, both intriguing young players in their own right. Keim is aggressive, and if he had valuable picks to trade, I think hed try for a corner. Per Jason La Canfora of the Washington Post, at least one other NFL GM thinks 49ers Apparently the corners in particular are unsettled (no surprise given the role that Gladney was expected to play before his tragic accident). Ertz debuted as a Cardinal on Oct. 24. With Edmonds in Miami, however, the Cards are making a risky bet that Conner who accumulated injuries requiring absences in each of his four Pittsburgh seasons and went down with a heel malady late last year can stay on the field to justify this payment. Save for LeVeon Bell or Vincent Jackson, the latter holding out of the 2010 season through Week 10, modern NFLers do not sit out seasons. Setting aside Murray and his agents offseason agenda, the Cardinals could have effectively forced him to play on his rookie deal in Year 4. 3 former Chiefs players who could (improbably) return in 2022. The Arizona Cardinals hosted eight special teams players for tryouts on Wednesday, according to Aaron Wilson. No player is at the heart of trade discussion right now more than Sean Murphy, the talented young Oakland A's catcher with considerable potential and the eyes of several contending teams on him. "The club is focused primarily on right-handed hitters.". The NFL team would have to fire Kliff Kingsbury, who signed a contract extension before this season, first. Kingsbury, 43, did take the reins of a franchise not known for stringing together successful seasons. The Cards are planning to count on the veteran through his age-37 season, though. The teams top two pass rushers Watt and Golden are each north of 31. Thats still just almost HALF of what Murrays will be at $51 million. The others ahead of him-Humphries, Baker, Ertz, Brown, Conner, and Hudson-are still far behind Hopkins $30 million hit. Inferior edges also passed Jones, who missed his window to earn a $20MM-AAV accord. Philadelphia Phillies: The winter of Trea Turner hope. With ArizonasDevon Kennardsigning not working out, too much responsibility appears on Goldens shoulders. The Mets continue to add. Andrews tended to do more with his targets though, putting up a 70% catch rate to Marquises 62%, as well as averaging a yard and a half more per reception. Over the past 45 years, the Cards have made the playoffs in consecutive seasons just twice (2008-09, 2014-15). The towering offensive tackle returned as a limited participant after being sidelined to begin Arizona Cardinals preparations. Swansons choice may come down to the Cubs and Cardinals, and it also may be a higher price than either team perhaps expected to pay when the offseason began. Permitted to hire three coaches as a GM, despite being on a string of three straight playoff absences at the time of hire No. An illness kept No. Murrays injury past shows the backup will probably be needed during that span. Of course, Kingsbury leading the charge for Murray does not allow the ex-Texas Tech HC to use the QBs durability concerns as an excuse. Hernandez will follow Pugh from New York to Arizona. Murray relies a huge amount on him (see the Hail Murray throw, which was mostly a Hail Hopkins snag), but his large cap number combined with the acquisition of a new outside receiver might begin the countdown to his ejection from Arizona. But the most talented quarterback in team history is locked down. The following is a Bears The Cardinals did well to convince their longtime left tackle to go forward with this pact, but with the cap back on the rise, Humphries could have pushed this to the 2023 league year to draw a franchise tag or journey into free agency for the first time. Cardinals Hope To Re-Sign DL Zach Allen. Humphries does have an injury history, and perhaps that played into his accepting upper-middle-class (NFL-wise, that is) money now. The St. Louis Cardinals were previously players, but the signing of Wilson Contreras appeared to halt those conversations. Fansided detailed how the Cardinals could convince Harbaugh to leave the Michigan Wolverines. If Harbaugh coaches the Cardinals, he, like Payton, may only come if he gets full control. Still, a good signing that now looks better so far. 2022 NFL schedule: Arizona Cardinals schedule rumors, leaks Teams AFC East Bills Dolphins Jets Patriots AFC North Bengals Browns Steelers Ravens AFC South Colts The Cardinals could be on the road in Week 18 against the 49ers. I would Baker to move into coverage more, even though he is best in the box. Second- and third-round picks at this position have not been uncommon for the Cards, who have used four Day 2 (or Day 1, applying the pre-2010 draft schedule) on tight ends since 2006 Leonard Pope, Rob Housler, Troy Niklas, McBride. The Cardinals need to get something from Thomas and/or Sanders this season. If so, could it be the Cardinals? The independent study clause the Cardinals originally included in this deal may well be justified, but Keim and Co. insisting on it may have damaged this relationship as much as one can be damaged when a nine-figure guarantee is involved by inserting big-picture doubt about a franchise centerpieces work ethic. He was a good signing for the Cardinals, and their stocking of young receivers in the draft seems to signal that they know that he is not the workhorse that he once was. It is, if nothing else, a testament to the organization's ability to develop young players and put them in a position to flourish enough that other teams come calling. They did make a deal a couple of weeks (Photo by Joe Puetz/Getty Images). Baccellia, 25, wound up going undrafted out NFLTradeRumors.co is an independent news source and has no affiliation with the National Football League (NFL), NFL.com, or any team(s). Being tied to Lamar Jackson has not exactly benefited pass catchers not named Mark Andrews.. Watt is also on a huge deal, and $8 million of that will still be on the books for one more year. They cant really afford Hopkins, but they probably cant afford to trade him. Dave Dombrowski is now on the clock. A Cardinals team full of aging starting O-linemen should benefit from a 26-year-old guard with 56 career starts working as a backup. Jones outproduced Miller (and most other pass rushers) for much of the late 2010s, but the Cardinals held him to that $16.5MM-per-year extension. The Arizona Cardinals announced that they've officially placed WR Andre Baccellia on waivers. Spending his two-year college career playing only with Heisman winners, Brown lit up Big 12 secondaries. 3, Keim has also made three big quarterback acquisitions (Carson Palmer, Rosen and Murray). December 9th, 2022 at 6:46pm CST by Ely Allen. Your favorite teams, topics, and players all on your favorite mobile devices. Brown is one of the NFLs smallest receivers, and he has just one 800-plus-yard season on his resume. Reach Jeremy Cluffatjeremy.cluff@arizonarepublic.com. Bears signed QB Tim Boyle off of the Lions' practice squad. Zac BonDurant/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, better offensively than nearly every other player. It is also wholly possible he stays in Oakland, though the fact that so many potential suitors have made it into the headlines suggests the organization is actively trying to lure a team into trading, in hopes of acquiring players and, potentially, draft picks that are in-line with its Moneyball philosophies. According to Aaron Wilson, the Cardinals worked out three players on Tuesday including QB Carson Strong and TE Dominique 49ers According to reports, the St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs could both be bidding for the services of free agent shortstop Dansby Swanson, bringing a new layer to an old Absolutely. Thomas profiles as a more powerful rusher than Sanders, who flashed better speed which showed up at the Combine, when the latters 4.67 40-yard time ranked ninth among D-linemen as an edge player. The young corners, as well as the depth at edge rusher behind Watt and Golden, will really be tested this year. Theyll never win anything with a QB that plays football only for the money. Speculation about Jim Harbaugh potentially returning to the NFL is back and the Arizona Cardinals are included in that speculation. Ertz as the 11th-highest-paid tight end represents good value for the team, and it should fill one of the NFLs most troublesome needs for at least the next two seasons. Kirk, 25, became a crucial Cards cog in Hopkins absence. This became a one-of-a-kind ending to a negotiation, which doubled as the highest-profile contract matter in modern Cardinals history. In the long term, the franchise did check off its key offseason boxes. That amplifies the pressure on the former All-Pro to deliver post-suspension in his age-30 season. Hell have a heavy workload catching the ball if thats the case, as that is not Conners primary strength. Harry was a standout at Arizona State and was selected No. Still, Green getting to 848 yards (15.7 per catch) and helping a Hopkins-less team to the playoffs is a nice bonus for his Hall of Fame hopes. The figures that gave Hopkins the previous receiver AAV lead show up in 2023 and 24, when his cap hits check in at $30.8MM and $26.2MM. He will be needed more early. With so many moving pieces and a plethora of teams interested in bringing Murphy aboard, it is nearly impossible to project where he may be playing in 2022. While the season has been over for a month, the Cardinals are still channeling thatnever count them out energy in the free agent market. His hit in 2024 is an enormous $26 million. Buy Cardinals Tickets. But here is some of the information that is coming out. The Dolphins, Eagles and Rams failures in pre-Year 4 QB extensions (Ryan Tannehill, Carson Wentz, Jared Goff) come to mind here. 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