Archive for April, 2011

As we draw closer to the NFL draft in two weekends,the big chatter surrounding the Arizona Cardinals is who will they pick with the fifth pick in the draft.  It is still quite the guessing game, even this close to the draft.  The Cards could go quarterback but most think they now will reach for a linebacker from Texas A&M.  His name?  Von Miller, and he could be a huge star in the NFL.  He is that good.

As we wait for the NFL labor situation to be resolved,this is a continuation of a series on current Arizona Cardinals players and my thoughts on the past performance all the way to whether I think they will be on the roster in 2011. I go from A and go to Z.  Next up:  Center Ben Claxton

As we wait for the NFL labor situation to be resolved,this is a continuation of a series on current Arizona Cardinals players and my thoughts on the past performance all the way to whether I think they will be on the roster in 2011. I go from A and go to Z.  Next up:  Defensive End Calais Campbell

Author: Sean Paperman, Raising Zona Contributor The reality of a missed NFL season is looming and as every side is trying to grab a larger piece of the revenue pie this off season, the fans are arguing how it’s all about the money. No fan wants to see this season canceled, but Arizona Cardinals receiver Larry Fitzgerald put money aside, and put on a show of leadership. This past week, Fitz has been leading his teammates through voluntary workouts. Anyone can debate how great a leader Fitz is or how the Bidwells should take note of his work ethic in [...]

As we wait for the NFL labor situation to be resolved,this is a continuation of a series on current Arizona Cardinals players and my thoughts on the past performance all the way to whether I think they will be on the roster in 2011. I go from A and go to Z.  Next up:  Tackle Levi Brown

As we wait for the NFL labor situation to be resolved,this is a continuation of a series on current Arizona Cardinals players and my thoughts on the past performance all the way to whether I think they will be on the roster in 2011. I go from A and go to Z.  Next up:  Tackle Jeremy Bridges

Here at Raising Zona we strive to bring you the very best Arizona Cardinals coverage on the net! Part of the mission of the FanSided Network, is to encourage our community of readers to share their opinions and thoughts on their favorite teams. Our writers don’t hold back and we don’t expect our readers to either. We want to give you the best coverage and opinions on your favorite team from the fan perspective that is so often missing from traditional sports media. We believe sports coverage doesn’t have to be dry, boring and without opinion. In an effort to [...]

It what may end up being a moot point, the Arizona Cardinals and the rest of the NFL announced the preseason schedule for the upcoming 2011 season.  Don’t worry, even if they end up playing, it isn’t that exciting to begin with.  I’m not sure what places the Cards in the AFC West, but the Cards will play three of the four teams in that division in August and early September.

As we wait for the NFL labor situation to be resolved,this is a continuation of a series on current Arizona Cardinals players and my thoughts on the past performance all the way to whether I think they will be on the roster in 2011. I go from A and go to Z.  Next up:  Wide receiver Steve Breaston

As we wait for the NFL labor situation to be resolved,this is a continuation of a series on current Arizona Cardinals players and my thoughts on the past performance all the way to whether I think they will be on the roster in 2011. I go from A and go to Z.  Next up:  Defensive Tackle Alan Branch