The Arizona Cardinals had the strongest finish in the NFC last season. While the team barely made the playoffs, this didn't matter much once the post season had arrived.
The team caught fire and scored big playoff wins against teams like the Panthers and Giants, advancing to the Super Bowl and nearly winning it against the Pittsburgh Steelers before a decisive 4th quarter Santonio Holmes touchdown won the Steelers the game, and the Super Bowl championship with it.
Kurt Warner had been uncertain about his NFL future, playing around with the idea of retirement. Anquan Boldin was unhappy with his status on his team and threatened to leave. Edgerrin James was lost to free agency, and was now on the Seahawks in Seattle. Many wondered what the fate of the Cardinals would hold in store in 2009. However, with the exception of Edgerrin James, Anquan Boldin and Kurt Warner both returned.
The 09' Cardinals haven't looked like the team that made the miraculous run at the end of the 08' season thus far. Is there such thing as the "Super Bowl Hangover"? Many people believe so. The Cardinals have a very talented offense with WR Larry Fitzgerald, WR Anquan Boldin, WR Steve Breaston, and RB Tim Hightower - therefore, one would assume their potent offense will explode and score in bunches quickly.
Entering week 2, the Cardinals knew they'd have to make an impact if they wanted to set themselves down the right path. And that they did in Jacksonville against the Jaguars.
The Cardinals are still in a very winnable division - with the only other contender being the San Francisco 49ers lead by head coach and Mr. "I Want Winners" Mike Singletary.
The NFC West isn't the strongest division in the NFL and with the weapons the Cardinals have - look for them to put on better performances game by game. The Cardinals must contend with the revamped San Francisco 49ers - they look like major players in the NFC this season.
The team caught fire and scored big playoff wins against teams like the Panthers and Giants, advancing to the Super Bowl and nearly winning it against the Pittsburgh Steelers before a decisive 4th quarter Santonio Holmes touchdown won the Steelers the game, and the Super Bowl championship with it.
Kurt Warner had been uncertain about his NFL future, playing around with the idea of retirement. Anquan Boldin was unhappy with his status on his team and threatened to leave. Edgerrin James was lost to free agency, and was now on the Seahawks in Seattle. Many wondered what the fate of the Cardinals would hold in store in 2009. However, with the exception of Edgerrin James, Anquan Boldin and Kurt Warner both returned.
The 09' Cardinals haven't looked like the team that made the miraculous run at the end of the 08' season thus far. Is there such thing as the "Super Bowl Hangover"? Many people believe so. The Cardinals have a very talented offense with WR Larry Fitzgerald, WR Anquan Boldin, WR Steve Breaston, and RB Tim Hightower - therefore, one would assume their potent offense will explode and score in bunches quickly.
Entering week 2, the Cardinals knew they'd have to make an impact if they wanted to set themselves down the right path. And that they did in Jacksonville against the Jaguars.
The Cardinals are still in a very winnable division - with the only other contender being the San Francisco 49ers lead by head coach and Mr. "I Want Winners" Mike Singletary.
The NFC West isn't the strongest division in the NFL and with the weapons the Cardinals have - look for them to put on better performances game by game. The Cardinals must contend with the revamped San Francisco 49ers - they look like major players in the NFC this season.
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