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  1. Mitch

    Combine Preview: Top Prospects

    Heading into this week's NFL Combine, there are number of top prospects the Cardinals may be keeping a close eye on. Here are some of the prospects that may be excellent fits for the Cardinals in Rounds 1, 2 and 3. Round 1: Pick #15 QB Lamar Jackson, Louisville. As of right now, Jackson is...
  2. Mitch

    Cardinals' QB Criteria

    This week Steve Wilks described what the Cardinals are looking for in a QB: "We are looking for a very smart and intelligent guy. A guy that is going to come in and command, not only the huddle, but that side of the ball and the locker room. A competitor. A guy who loves to compete. A guy who...
  3. Mitch

    Cardinals' Compensatory Picks

    They were awarded three, staring with the first comp pick of the 3rd round #97. The AP trade apparently did affect the number of picks. Waiting on the other two picks...likely a 4th and a 7th.
  4. Mitch

    2018 Cardinals' Defense

    I am going to try to cover the defensive planning and outlooks in one thread, particularly in light of how man key pieces for the defense are already in place. Cardinals' insider Mike Jurecki attended the Cardinals' meet and greet media session with the new assistant coaches and he came away...
  5. Mitch

    2018 Cardinals' Offensive Line

    I am very excited to see what new offensive line coach Ray Brown can do to upgrade and stabilize the Cardinals' front five. Key Decisions: * G Mike Iupati---he did have 15 starts in 2016, but had the worst year, grade-wise of his career, particularly in pass protection and he continued to...
  6. Mitch

    2018 Cardinals' TEs and FBs

    2017 TE Receiving Stats: Receptions: 33-Gresham; 12-Seals-Jones; 11-Niklas; 1-Momah Yards: 322-Gresham; 201-Seals-Jones; 132-Niklas; 46-Momah Yards per catch: 46.0-Momah; 16.8-Seals-Jones; 12.0-Niklas; 9.8-Gresham TDs: 3-Seals-Jones; 2-Gresham...
  7. Mitch

    2018 Cardinals' WRs

    2017 Receiving Stats: Receptions: 109---Larry Fitzgerald 31---Jaron Brown 29---J. J. Nelson 21---John Brown 5---Brittan Golden 3---Chad Williams Yards: 1,156---Fitzgerald 508---Nelson 477---Jaron Brown 299---John Brown 70---Golden 31---Williams Yards Per Catch...
  8. Mitch

    2018 Cardinals' RBs

    Under Contract: 37 D.J. Foster (6-0, 195, 24, 3, Arizona St. 2017 stats: 6/19/3.2/0 rush, 17/133/7.8/0 rec.)---quick, tough 3rd down type RB. Possible punt returner. Plays hard, lacks top end speed. 48 Bronson Hill (5-10, 215, 25, 2, Eastern Michigan. 2017 stats: 1/-2/-2 rush.)---college...
  9. Mitch

    QB Preferences

    I once watched a good friend of mine, John "Troosh" Truccio, despite looking at an empty dance floor, go and ask woman after woman after woman to dance---and each time he got shot down I got more and more red in the face, while Trooosh remained steadfast and undeterred. Six women, seven, eight...
  10. Mitch

    Steve Keim Vindicated

    To hear Steve Keim talk about his latest draft pick is like watching a five star chef meticulously garnish and glaze a steaming platter of chateaubriand. Keim can deliver you his detailed scouting report of a draftee in a New York minute---no wasted words---no frill---just "scout speak" about...
  11. Mitch

    Three Tough Unsung Cardinals

    As Steve Wilks and the Cardinals' new staff continue to evaluate the current roster, three of the more unsung young Cardinals may very well be garnering attention. They are T John Wetzel (6-7, 315, Boston College, 26, ERFA), RB Elijaah Penny (6-2, 234, Idaho, 24, ERFA) and DT Xavier Williams...
  12. Mitch

    QB Frenzy

    If someone had told you a year ago---that Nick Foles would be the winning QB and MVP of the Super Bowl, that Baker Mayfield (even after making obscene gestures in a game versus Kansas) would win the Heisman Trophy, that Case Keenum would lead the Vikings to 13 wins and the NFC Championship game...
  13. Mitch

    JDF to Vikings, Cousins to Follow?

    Ugh. The Vikings are signing John DeFilippo as their OC replacement for Pat Shurmer. Despite Blake Shelton's pleas for Kirk Cousins to sign with the Cardinals, reports are that Cousins wants to play for the Vikings. Wonder if he had a good idea that he'd be working with JDF. man, looks like...
  14. Mitch

    Retooling the Cardinals' Special Teams

    Welcome to Arizona, Jeff Rodgers. It's a wonderful day in the neighborhood now that you have arrived. You worked with LS Aaron Brewer while you were with the Broncos---so you know what you have in him. Steve Keim signed LS Drew Williams (6-3, 190, South Carolina) to a future's contract---so it...
  15. Mitch

    Retooling the Cardinals' Defense

    Steve Wilks has not yet determined whether the 2018 Cardinals will be a base 43 or 34...but the most probable answer is that he and his staff will integrate components of both, depending on the opponent and what emphasis they need to place on stopping the run. Most of the time the Cardinals will...
  16. Mitch

    Retooling the Cardinals' Offense

    This year's Super Bowl gave us a good glimpse as to the style of offense that Mike McCoy prefers. McCoy is an advocate of the Patriots' style of offense which is predicated on a balance running game with a passing game that attacks the seams with the TEs, the middle with the slot WRs and the...
  17. Mitch

    Eagles' VP Howie Roseman's Crystal Ball

    In addition to having the guts and creativity to trade up to the #1 spot to draft QB Carson Wentz in 2016, Howie Roseman, back from his exile during the Chip Kelly administration, this off-season and during the season Roseman went out and added WR Alshon Jeffery, DT Timmy Jernigan, DE Chris...
  18. Mitch

    Arizona Fitz Foles

    If there is one team looking for a veteran starting QB to sign to a 4-5 year deal that should appeal to Nick Foles, it is the Arizona Cardinals. Reasons Why a Trade to Arizona Should Appeal to Foles: * Starter from day 1 and the next 4-5 years, possibly more. * Both he and his wife, Tori...
  19. Mitch

    Jake Rudock

    Arz101 asked me to come up with some backup QBs who might be worth trading for and the first one who comes to mind is Jake Rudock of the Lions. I saw a few of the Lions' pre-season games this year and i was very impressed with Rudock. Strong pocket presence---good, live arm, and solid feet that...
  20. Mitch

    Why The Cardinals Should Draft a QB in Round 1

    If an NFL team wants to maximize its chances for winning a Super Bowl, it needs to draft a promising QB in the 1st round, put complete faith in him, coach him well, surround him with a good supporting cast and stay true to the course. When one looks at the last 14 Super Bowl winning QBs [Tom...
  21. Mitch

    MJ Playing Matchmaker

    Under the BASK regime, Arizona Sports Radio's Mike Jurecki and all of the local newspaper writers and talk show hosts were locked out of the proverbial gate. This was particularly frustrating for Jurecki, as for years he was known as the "Cardinals' Insider." Suddenly everyone including MJ were...
  22. Mitch

    The QB Market: Yes or No?

    Potential Free Agents: 1. Drew Stanton---NO---very happy the way things ended for him in AZ. But, it's time for a fresh start. 2. Blaine Gabbert---NO---proved his critics have merit, after given golden opportunity. 3. Kirk Cousins---NO---let the Broncos, Jets or Jaguars overpay him. 4. Sam...
  23. Mitch

    Wilks and Coordinators: Clear and Concise

    When speaking at OC Mike McCoy's press conference, Steve Wilks reiterated his coaching philosophy of being "clear and concise." He said that in filling out his staff he is looking for coaches who are excellent teachers---ones who can relate to a wide variety of personas. With Steve Willks---the...
  24. Mitch

    McCoy's Flexibility For Real

    While the hiring of Mike McCoy as OC came as a disappointment to some of us, including myself, having heard what i heard from McCoy today, I completely understand why Steve Wilks, MB&SK tabbed him. Highlights: * Said he talked to several people in Carolina and was impressed with what he heard...
  25. Mitch

    Super Bowl Monday Thoughts

    * The QB pool in this year's NFL Draft is deep and difficult to rank. Sam Darold (USC) and Josh Rosen (UCLA) appear to be the frontrunners, but Darnold is coming off an up and down season while Rosen is brash and has medical concerns (concussions). Josh Allen (Wyoming) is a physical dynamo, but...

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