2008 Arizona Cardinals NFC West Preview
July 06, 2008 by
The 2008 edition of the Arizona Cardinals should be an exciting thing to watch. Last year the Cardinals finished the season 8-8, which was a disappointment considering the strength (or lack thereof) of their division. They employ one of the best receiving
duos in the league, and have great playmakers in Antrel Rolle and Roderick Hood at corner. The Cardinals need to get former first round pick Matt Leinert to concentrate on football, and lead this team to the next level.
KEY ADDITIONS:
1) Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie - The rookie out of Tennessee State will for a great tandem for years to come with Antrel Rolle and Roderick Hood. Rodgers-Cromartie could contribute immediately on special teams in the return game, plus ease his was in as a nickel cornerback until he hones in on the fundamentals of the professional level. Great addition that will benefit this team for years to come.
2) Dirk Johnson - Johnson will be called upon to replace the tandem of Mitch Berger and Mike Barr. It's not often that teams should be excited about replacing a punter, but punters are a key component in field position games and the Cardinals averaged just 32.2 (net) a punt last year.
KEY LOSSES:
1) Bryant Johnson - Johnson was a solid number 3 receiver out of the slot, and bolted to become the number 2 receiver in San Francisco. He will struggle, as he hasn't been consistent as a starter, and is more suited to be a number 3 than number 2 receiver.
2) Oliver Ross - Ross left the Cardinals for a Super Bowl opportunity in New England (who could blame him). Ross was a dependable offensive lineman on the roster, and he will help shore up the line for Tom Brady and his 45 touchdown passes.
Key Weaknesses:
KEY ADDITIONS:
1) Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie - The rookie out of Tennessee State will for a great tandem for years to come with Antrel Rolle and Roderick Hood. Rodgers-Cromartie could contribute immediately on special teams in the return game, plus ease his was in as a nickel cornerback until he hones in on the fundamentals of the professional level. Great addition that will benefit this team for years to come.
2) Dirk Johnson - Johnson will be called upon to replace the tandem of Mitch Berger and Mike Barr. It's not often that teams should be excited about replacing a punter, but punters are a key component in field position games and the Cardinals averaged just 32.2 (net) a punt last year.
KEY LOSSES:
1) Bryant Johnson - Johnson was a solid number 3 receiver out of the slot, and bolted to become the number 2 receiver in San Francisco. He will struggle, as he hasn't been consistent as a starter, and is more suited to be a number 3 than number 2 receiver.
2) Oliver Ross - Ross left the Cardinals for a Super Bowl opportunity in New England (who could blame him). Ross was a dependable offensive lineman on the roster, and he will help shore up the line for Tom Brady and his 45 touchdown passes.
Key Weaknesses:
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- Two of the Best Receivers in the Game
- Three Playmakers at Cornerback
- Need to Figure Out if Matt Leinert is the Real Deal
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