NFL vs. unruly fans: League out to protect game day experience Nov 19, 2009
Only three clubs are selling beers larger than the suggested 20-ounce limit: the Miami Dolphins, Arizona Cardinals and Washington Redskins ... -- Four hours: Arizona Cardinals, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Green Bay Packers, Miami Dolphins, New England Patriots, San Diego Chargers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Tennessee Titans, Washington Redskins. (USA Today -- Sports)
NFL Injury Report Nov 19, 2009
ARIZONA CARDINALS at ST. LOUIS RAMS-CARDINALS: DNP: CB Michael Adams (hamstring), G Deuce Lutui (not injury related), CB Bryant McFadden (ankle), LB Chike Okeafor (back). LIMITED: WR Steve Breaston (knee), LB Karlos Dansby (shoulder), T Mike Gandy (pelvis), LB Gerald Hayes (back), DE Kenny Iwebema (knee), WR Sean Morey (head), TE Ben Patrick (knee), S Adrian Wilson (groin). (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Penn State making a good business decision (Yesterday) Nov 19, 2009
Tickets to watch the Steelers and Arizona Cardinals in Super Bowl XLIII in February cost $800 apiece. Ridiculous. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Next Opponent: Defensive Niners Nov 19, 2009
But they knew it would be an uphill battle to unseat the defending champion Arizona Cardinals if they had lost Thursday. Safety , who clinched the game with an interception in the end zone on the game's final play, said it was a must-win. (PackerReport.com)
Illini in the NFL-Week 10 Nov 19, 2009
K- Arizona Cardinals: Kicked one field goal, a 27-yarder, in the Cardinals' win over the Seattle Seahawks ... LB- Arizona Cardinals: Recorded one assisted tackle in the Cardinals' win over the Seattle Seahawks ... DL, Seattle Seahawks: Not active in the Seahawks' loss to the Arizona Cardinals. (Fightingillini.com)
Beanie Emerges in Cardinals' Win Nov 18, 2009
The Arizona Cardinals overcame a slow start against Seattle, pulling away late to avoid a third loss in four home games this season. Although Arizona prevailed by a margin of 31-20, the team trailed 17-7 during the first half and led by just three points early in the fourth quarter. (Bucknuts.com)
Bulldogs in the NFL Nov 18, 2009
JUSTIN GRIFFITH, FB, Seattle Seahawks: started and had one catch for four yards in a 31-20 loss to the Arizona Cardinals; SEASON - one carry for one yard, 10 catches for 50 yards, one touchdown and two tackles. MARIO HAGGAN, OLB, Denver Broncos: started and had one special teams tackle and one quarterback hurry in a 27-17 loss to the Washington Redskins ; SEASON - 31 tackles, one sack, five tackles for loss, one forced fumble and two quarterback hurries. (Mississippi State Sports -- Rivals.com)
NFC West: Fortunate 49ers show their mettle in important win Nov 18, 2009
ARIZONA: In a game where his team put forth a strong post-halftime rally to come through with a hard-earned win over a division rivalry, Arizona Cardinals running back Beanie Wells showed why he'll be a player to account for over the second half of his rookie season. The 2009 first-round choice keyed Arizona's 31-20 come-from-behind triumph over a motivated Seattle Seahawks squad on Sunday by registering career-highs of 85 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 16 attempts, with the majority of... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Inside the Arizona Cardinals Rookie Deals Nov 18, 2009
net takes you inside the contracts signed by the Arizona Cardinals 2009 draft class. Please or to read the rest of this story. (Bucknuts.com)
Jets to land in New England for rematch of the Super Bowl Nov 18, 2009
Back when he was head coach of the Arizona Cardinals, Dennis Green once proclaimed, The Bears are who we thought they were. Pity the Jets. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Here is the latest Washington, Oregon and Alaska sports from The AP Nov 17, 2009
- Rookie Beanie Wells had second-half touchdown runs of 10 and 13 yards as the Arizona Cardinals rallied from an early two-touchdown deficit to beat the Seattle Seahawks 31-20 yesterday, marking Arizona's second home win in five tries. Kurt Warner completed 29 of 38 for 340 yards and two touchdown passes for Arizona, which is now 6-3. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
NFL Wolverines: Week 10 updates Nov 17, 2009
Done for the year following neck and back injuries suffered in a car accident. Started one of six games and caught two passes for three yards, carried once for no gain this year. (Michigan Sports -- Rivals.com)
MMQB: Cardinals 31, Seahawks 20 Nov 17, 2009
The first touchdown of Justin Forsett's NFL career wasn't enough for the Seahawks to avoid their fourth straight loss to the Arizona Cardinals, likely ending any post-season hopes they may have had entering Sunday. Arizona Cardinals 31, 20 Sunday, November 15, 2009 University of Phoenix Stadium Glendale, Arizona. (SeahawksInsider.com)
Cards anger Mora Nov 17, 2009
Seattle Seahawks coach Jim Mora angry at Arizona Cardinals' treatment of Matt Hasselbeck - ESPN. Updated: November 16, 2009, 10:56 PM ET. (ESPN -- Football)
Carolina wings Falcons Nov 17, 2009
Coach John Fox jumped at the opportunity when asked to discuss how his team had responded to adversity over the past three weeks, sandwiching wins over the Arizona Cardinals and Atlanta around a near-miss against the unbeaten Saints. "I'm proud of them the way they've fought back," Fox said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Seahawks RB Jones has bruised lung, unlikely to play Sunday Nov 17, 2009
The team first diagnosed Jones with a fractured rib after he was injured during the first quarter of a 31-20 loss to the Arizona Cardinals Sunday. Head coach Jim Mora clarified the injury during Monday's press conference. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Five to Watch: AZ Cardinals at Chicago Bears Nov 17, 2009
The Arizona Cardinals march into Soldier Field on Sunday in hopes of taking care of the Chicago Bears and once again holding down a. 500 record. (LionNews.com)
Boldin takes out frustration Nov 16, 2009
Arizona Cardinals' Anquan Boldin (81) celebrates with teammate Antrel Rolle (21) after Rolle intercepted a pass against the Seattle Seahawks in the fourth quarter. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Cards' RB Wells stampeding to top Nov 16, 2009
Arizona Cardinals Beanie Wells (26) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Falcons-Panthers preview Nov 15, 2009
Panthers are hot: The Panthers defeated the defending NFC champion Arizona Cardinals 34-21 two weeks ago and went toe-to-toe with New Orleans for three quarters last Sunday before losing 30-20. The Falcons know that it's going to be tough to sweep the Panthers for the first time since 2004. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
NFL Week 10: It’s rivalry week for many top teams (20) Nov 15, 2009
Seattle Seahawks (3-5) at Arizona Cardinals (5-3), 2:15 p.m., FOX. This game will be decided by which team can best protect the quarterback. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
NFL Notebook: Bears' Cutler fined $20,000 Nov 14, 2009
The NFL said yesterday that quarterback Jay Cutler has been fined $20,000 for abusive conduct toward a game official during a 41-21 home loss to the Arizona Cardinals Sunday. Cutler drew an unsportsmanlike-conduct penalty with 6:24 left in the third quarter after an incomplete pass to tight end Greg Olsen on a fourth-down play with the Bears trailing, 34-7, at the time. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NorthwestFootball.net Power Rankings: Week 9 Nov 14, 2009
com: NorthwestFootball. net Power Rankings: Week 9. (SeahawksInsider.com)
Florio: Sanchez's first playoff game? Essentially Nov 14, 2009
Cardinals need to deliver a knockoutThe Arizona Cardinals have done a nice job this year against the good teams on their schedule. Against the bad teams, however, the Cardinals have stumbled. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Sweet Carolina for the Cardinals in Week 8? Nov 14, 2009
The Arizona Cardinals return home this week, where they are 1-2, to face the Carolina Panthers who are 2-4 overall ... The Arizona Cardinals win over the came down to the Cardinals defense making big plays. (CollegeInsiders.com)
Cutler, Harris Fined for Conduct in Arizona Game Nov 14, 2009
The NFL said Friday that quarterback Jay Cutler had been fined $20,000 for abusive conduct toward a game official during a 41-21 home loss to the Arizona Cardinals last Sunday. The fine came one day after Cutler threw five interceptions during a 10-6 loss at San Francisco. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Cardinals' Morey says he played with concussion Nov 13, 2009
In this Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009, photo, Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Sean Morey kneels during warmups before the Cardinals' NFL football game against the Chicago Bears in Chicago ... Arizona Cardinals wide receiver and special teams player Sean Morey says he played with a concussion against the Chicago Bears last Sunday even though he has taken a lead role in raising awareness of head injuries. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Desperate 49ers, Bears, tangle in Bay Area to kick off Week 10 Nov 13, 2009
Things are nearly as dire in Chicago, where the Bears' listless 41-21 home loss to the Arizona Cardinals last Sunday was the team's third in its last four games following a 3-1 start, and dropped the team to 4-4. Arizona scored on its first six possessions of the game, including touchdowns on its first four, and had already amassed 21 first-downs and 320 total yards by the time the first 30 minutes had ended with the Cardinals ahead, 31-7. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Locklear's high-ankle sprain getting better Nov 13, 2009
This week, at least judging from Wednesday s practice, it appears as though Locklear will be taking snaps on Sunday in Phoenix against the Arizona Cardinals. So it appears as though Locklear s sprain is finally good as in getting better and he will be ready to return to game action. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Weekend freeway closures and restrictions Nov 13, 2009
Detour: Drivers, including fans returning to East Valley from Phoenix International Raceway or the Arizona Cardinals' game, are encouraged to use alternative routes, including I-10 to eastbound U.S. 60 (Superstition Freeway). Scottsdale Road/Loop 202. (AZCentral -- News)
Head injuries advocate plays with concussion Nov 13, 2009
Arizona Cardinals' Sean Morey says played with concussion - ESPN. Updated: November 12, 2009, 8:33 PM ET. (ESPN -- Football)
NFL extends Cardinals' blackout deadline 24 hours Nov 13, 2009
The NFL has given the Arizona Cardinals a 24-hour extension to the television blackout deadline for Sunday's game in Glendale against the Seattle Seahawks. To air live on local television, league rules require games to be sold out 72 hour before kickoff. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Cards' Wells, Seahawks' Currymaking an impact as rookies Nov 13, 2009
Beanie Wells (26) of the Arizona Cardinals carries the ball as he is tackled by Aaron Curry (59) of the Seattle Seahawks on October 18, 2009 at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Singletary not focused on facing his former team Nov 12, 2009
"You have to be positive. You have to look at where things are and just call it what it is. I can't get lost in the reality of the four losses. It's not something that you want.'' The Bears (4-4) are trying to find their way, too, following a 41-21 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Both teams had little time to game plan with the quick turnaround. Chicago's defense was exposed. "We're in need of a real attitude adjustment,'' Briggs said. San Francisco's offense was sloppy. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Illini in the NFL-Week 9 Nov 12, 2009
K- Arizona Cardinals: Kicked three field goals (43, 30 yards) in the Cardinal's win over the Chicago Bears ... LB- Arizona Cardinals: Had one tackle for a loss and two special teams tackles in the Cardinals' win over the Bears. (Fightingillini.com)
Home struggles linked to turnovers Nov 12, 2009
Arizona Cardinals Larry Fitzgerald looses the ball after being hit by the Carolina Panthers during first half action Sunday, Nov.1, 2009 in Glendale. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Singletary wants to beat Bears, not reminisce Nov 12, 2009
The Bears (4-4) are trying to find their way, too, following a 41-21 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Both teams had little time to game plan with the quick turnaround. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Falcons are not getting much mid-season love Nov 12, 2009
Quarterbacks PHILIP RIVERS of the San Diego Chargers, BEN ROETHLISBERGER of the Pittsburgh Steelers and KURT WARNER of the Arizona Cardinals are the finalists for the FedEx Air NFL Player of the Week honors for games played on November 8 9, while running backs CEDRIC BENSON of the Cincinnati Bengals, CHRIS JOHNSON of the Tennessee Titans, and MICHAEL TURNER of the Atlanta Falcons are the finalists for the FedEx Ground NFL Player of the Week, the NFL announced today. Fans can vote for one player... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Singletary's 49ers ready for Bears Nov 12, 2009
The Bears (4-4) are trying to find their way, too, after a 41-21 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday ... Boldin has "moved on": Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin says he has "moved on" after Sunday's criticisms of coach Ken Whisenhunt and his staff. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Week Nine Team Rankings Nov 12, 2009
15) Arizona Cardinals: It's almost hard to believe how bad their run defense was last week. Offensively, doesn't seem as comfortable in the pocket as last season. (BillsReport.com)
Report Card: AZ Cardinals vs. Chicago Bears Nov 11, 2009
The Arizona Cardinals rebounded in Chicago to take a 20-point win over the Bears. The Cardinals report card is in. (CardinalsInsider.com)
NFC West: Warner, Cardinals taking it to extremes Nov 11, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Arizona Cardinals weren't easy to figure out last season, when the team lost four of its final six regular-season tests before defying the experts with three straight playoff wins and getting an eyelash from besting the favored Pittsburgh Steelers in Super Bowl XLIII. The 2009 campaign has been an even more puzzling one for the defending NFC champions. Arizona is 4-0 on the road at the season's midway point, but has gone just 1-3 at University of Phoenix Stadium, where the... (ABC 7 News, DC)
Six outside-the-box candidates for NFL MVP Nov 11, 2009
On the day Andre Johnson is inducted into the Pro Football Hall Of Fame -- and he will be one day -- there's a video clip from the Texans' Week 5 game against the Arizona Cardinals that MUST be showed. It captures every detail of what makes this wide receiver so great. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
AFC East: Are Patriots back? We'll find out Nov 11, 2009
It was billed as a knock-down, drag-out tussle between the Chicago Bears, a team that had been dominant at its Soldier Field home, and the Arizona Cardinals, who had played their best football on the road. It was hyped as a quarterback battle to watch between Kurt Warner, the steely veteran, and Jay Cutler, the NFL's future at the position. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Bears' Harris apologizes for incident vs. Cards Nov 10, 2009
Chicago Bears defensive tackle Tommie Harris apologizes for punching Arizona Cardinals player - ESPN Chicago. Updated: November 9, 2009, 6:39 PM ET. (ESPN -- Football)
Niners must get better quickly Nov 10, 2009
They'd already beaten the defending division champion Arizona Cardinals and Seattle in consecutive weeks. One quarterback switch, an offensive line overhaul and a four-game losing streak later, the Niners (3-5) are desperate to just get back to winning period. (Modesto Bee, CA)
NFC North game scout Nov 10, 2009
Arizona Cardinals (4-3) at Chicago Bears (4-3). KICKOFF: Sunday, 1:00 ET GAMEDATE: 11/08/09 SURFACE: Grass TV: FOX (Joe Buck, Troy Aikman, Pam Oliver). (VikingUpdate.com)
Cards' Whisenhunt shrugs off Boldin's criticism Nov 10, 2009
Arizona Cardinals' Ken Whisenhunt shrugs off Anquan Boldin's criticism - ESPN. Updated: November 9, 2009, 7:34 PM ET. (ESPN -- Football)
Warner, Cardinals Shred Bears 41-21 Nov 10, 2009
Good thing for the Arizona Cardinals, the Chicago Bears took a pass on him. One week after throwing five interceptions, Warner tied a career high by throwing five touchdown passes while Larry Fitzgerald added 123 yards receiving to lead the Arizona Cardinals to an easy 41-21 win over the Chicago Bears on Sunday. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Warner tosses 5 TDs as Cardinals beat Bears 41-21 Nov 10, 2009
CHICAGO (AP) -- The Arizona Cardinals' lead was starting to shrink and Larry Fitzgerald was flashing back to that awful meltdown against the Chicago Bears three years ago. This time, there was no need to worry. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Cards rip Bears Nov 9, 2009
Nor could the beating the Arizona Cardinals put on the Chicago Bears. Warner tied a career high by throwing for five touchdowns after getting picked off five times the previous week, Larry Fitzgerald added 123 yards receiving, and the Cardinals easily handled the Bears 41-21 on Sunday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Fantasy Joe: Cardinals' Kurt Warner king of road this season Nov 9, 2009
For (and his fantasy owners') sake, perhaps the Arizona Cardinals can figure out how to play all of their games on the road. After throwing five touchdown passes in Sunday's 41-21 dismantling of the Chicago Bears, Warner has 10 touchdown tosses in four road games with two interceptions and a 4-0 record. (USA Today -- Sports)
Kurt Warner (5 TDs) thrives as Cardinals pummel Bears Nov 9, 2009
By Jarrett Bell, USA TODAY CHICAGO Chances are pretty much zilch that will land a TV beer commercial for his postgame press conference after his Arizona Cardinals produced a complete victory that left little to be steamed about. But after a 41-21 blowout against the Chicago Bears, the visiting coach gave it a shot. (USA Today -- Sports)
49ers facing must win vs. Titans? Nov 9, 2009
" ***** ***** ***** Despite a three-game losing streak, Singletary has not softened his talk about making the playoffs. "We're taking the attitude that we are going to come back and look at winning each of our remaining football games to go to the playoffs," Singletary said. The 49ers (3-4) remain one game behind the Arizona Cardinals in the NFC West. San Francisco has not produced a winning record since 2002. The 49ers have lost three close road games this season. and the Minnesota Vikings beat... (SFIllustrated.com)
Are the Titans a better team than the 49ers? Nov 9, 2009
Even in a less than spectacular division, they won't overhaul the Arizona Cardinals because the 49ers aren't good enough and it's too late. The 49ers are halfway through the season at 3-5, but they are toast. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Ratto: Reversals Nov 9, 2009
And this is the view the 49ers have now: Thirty-five days without a win, a short week ahead of them, stuck in the Arizona Cardinals' rearview mirror the way Arizona was in theirs after Week 4. They are all but crying out for a pants-dropping from their head coach, and if you ask the 15,000 or so fans who stayed present but angry until the bilious end, they would want it aired on a perpetual tape loop: "Ooh, there they go, hitting the floor again. And now, in slow motion. And now, digitized for... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Boldin Out for Cardinals Nov 9, 2009
Washington - Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin was inactive for Sunday's game against the Chicago Bears because of a sprained right ankle. Boldin reinjured the ankle in the third quarter of last week's 34-21 loss to Carolina, but had hoped to be able to play against the Bears. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Bears get look at Warner's brilliance Nov 9, 2009
Bears get 1st-hand look at Warner's brilliance. Bears get 1st-hand look at Warner's brilliance. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Bear Report Audio: CB Corey Graham Nov 9, 2009
com, listen to what Chicago Bears corner Corey Graham had to say in the locker room after a 41-21 loss to the Arizona Cardinals at Soldier Field. John Crist: Is there a such thing as momentum from drive to drive. (BearReport.com)
Key play: The punch Nov 9, 2009
Chicago Bears defensive tackle Tommie Harris (91) leaves the field after being ejected for unnecessary roughness in the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals in an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2009. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Lions look to end another ugly streak in Seattle Nov 8, 2009
The Seahawks will be playing at home for the first time since a listless 27-3 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 18th. Despite their struggles, the Seahawks are just two games back of division-leading Arizona as Week 9 begins. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Kinkeade advances to PPK Team Championship Sunday Nov 8, 2009
As a participant in the competition, Kinkeade receives a Bears Punt, Pass and Kick jersey, a hat and two tickets to Sundays football game between Chicago and the Arizona Cardinals. He also will participate in a pre-game passing exhibition at Soldier Field. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
16 Straight: How They Did It Nov 8, 2009
Sept. 27, 2009 Colts 31, Arizona Cardinals 10. How they did it: Manning was at his best in this one as the Colts routed the defending NFC champs. (ColtsNews.US)
Can road warrior Cardinals end Bears' home dominance? Nov 8, 2009
(Sports Network) - The Arizona Cardinals have yet to lose on the road this season, while the Chicago Bears have won every one of their home games thus far in 2009. Only one of those undefeated records will remain intact, however, when the two playoff hopefuls get together this Sunday at Soldier Field. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Gerry Dulac's NFL Forecast: Week 9 Nov 8, 2009
Arizona Cardinals (4-3) at Chicago Bears (4-3). 1 p.m. The Cardinals are 3-0 on the road for the first time since 1982 and appear to play much better away from home. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)