You’re pretty much right on, our running game is futile. And I’d imagine it’ll be worse than normal this week, if that’s possible. I will say that I think the coaches have accepted that and it’s basically used as a ploy to try and keep defenses honest. We’ve talked at length about possible ways to fix the running game, but the talk basically involves either bad personnel (namely OL) or changing the schemes which would take away from the passing game.

That would work for a little bit but eventually the defense would catch on. If the Williams tackles play expect to see that formation a lot on Sunday.

The coaching staff supposedly beat ‘ball protection’ into his brain during the off season (I believe some form of chinese water torture was involved) and for the most part it’s working. He still has his moments where KW-syndrome will take over (NYJ and PHI games) and they tend to happen when a team can put pressure on the QB without blitzing (something I hear you guys excel at). Warner’s a jedi at defeating the blitz but passing rushing ends still haunt his dreams.

The Jets were able to get to Warner without blitzing and once the turnover merry-go-round starts, it’s hard for him to shut it off.

He’s got the gloves. That has really improved his ball security. The main point is the coaching staff has forced Kurt to get rid of the ball quickly.

The Jets game was a nightmare. Plain and simple, Kurt went back to his old ways that game.

I’ve gone from fully expecting him to leave (in training camp) to praying every night that he stays. Our GM has made some comments recently that he still thinks they’ll figure everything out and I certainly hope he’s right.

Trade All-Day for Q straight up?

Thats a tough one. Most think we will try to get Kurt to a 1-2 year deal after this year. The team is hoping Matt is willing to stay and learn more from Kurt but if we resign Warner, I see Lienart wanting out.

I think KW will be back next year with a 2 year deal and he’ll be the starter in 2009. I’d look for Leinart to take over in 2010 if KW stays healthy all of next year. I don’t think Leinart will go anywhere. He may want out but he’s seen Boldin and Edge try and fail. The Cardinals management isn’t in the business of granting players wishes. It’s not what we expected when he was drafted but at least for now it’s working.

Well how about Leinart for AP straight up? (again, I kid)

Well its going to be tough. I dug up an interesting stat about AD, that he’s only averging 86 rushing YPG on the road and 145 at home. Im not sure how much you know about the Cards but we have a pretty decent run defense. Not sure what schemes they will try but if we stop him, I really cant picture Jackson or Frerotte beating us through the air.

ive read all day, on any blog i’v read all day.

god bless middle of the week day offs!

With the Cardinals at home, I expect them to win. They’re a completely different team in their own stadium and they’ve only lost three games there in the past two seasons. I think it’ll be a good game but if the Cardinals don’t win, I’ll be disappointed.

As for the Williams Wall, I don’t think that’ll effect the Cardinals running game much. The Vikings could fly their cheerleaders down and start them at defensive tackle and the Cardinals would still struggle. Their absence would make a huge difference in the passing game though. Pat is a heck of a pass rusher for his size and their presence ensures that an offensive line can’t truly focus on Jared Allen. If they’re out and the Vikings have to blitz KW to apply pressure, it would be a huge advantage for the Cardinals, IMO.

Edge gets used about 2 times a game so dont expect much from him. JJ is the speedy RB that gets the screens or quick running plays. Hightower is the power back that CAN play if they run in an I-formation. Unfortunately they dont and he doesnt get the holes he needs to break off chunks of yardage.

Great player and work ethic. Isnt all flashy with the celebrations, just hands the ball to the ref.

Well first of all, everybody was saying he wouldnt make it and look how far he’s went. Only 3 games left and no signs of slowing down. So of course I see him making it all the way. Only way they rest starters is if all hope is lost at locking up the #3 seed or higher.

We have beat the Cowboys, Dolphins, and Bills outside of the division. We did beat up on the divison being 5-0 so far. But we did compete with others as well. We lost by a combined 19 points to the Redskins, Panthers, and Giants. I could ask the same to you having the Lions in your division, Packers arent that good this year also lol.

Sorry, I just couldn’t resist. Seriously though, I expect the Cardinals to win at least one game in the playoffs. If they can do that then the second game would be on the road against either the Giants or Panthers and I’d say both games would be extremely difficult.