2006-07-26 13:26:17 · 11 answers · asked by JAC 1 in Sports ➔ Football (American)
Offensively, it all depends on Edge. If he can take that franchise and put it on his shoulders, then they may have a shot in the division. Defensively, they're 8th in the NFL last year, so if that can stay where it is, then they have a chance.
2006-07-26 14:14:48 · answer #1 · answered by Michael_D_Miller 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As a Cardinals fan, my only worry is the pitching. Mulder, Suppan and Marquis have pitched some gems this year, but they have been so inconsistent. Marquis is leading the NL in wins with a 5.62 ERA. Now that's run support. Carpenter is having another good year and could have a chance at winning another Cy Young Award. I think if they pick up another bat, then they have a chance to win it all, but the starting pitching has to be more consistent. Jeff Weaver is not the answer. If there is anyone that they could possibly pick up to help the starting pitching get a little better, then that would be great. Edmonds has turned his season around and Pujols and Rolen are having a great seasons. The rest of the offense has been fine. Picking up an outfield bat, even Craig Wilson from the Pirates would help. Encarnacion has been okay, but Taguchi/Rodriguez/Duncan in Left isn't going to cut it. I think Wilson would be a good step up. Of course, everyone dreams about getting Soriano, but I think that he won't be traded at all. We'll see.
2006-07-27 00:11:55 · answer #2 · answered by spudric13 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I expect they'll finally live up to expectations. They had a top ten defense and a top ten offense last year -- the big problem was the running game. Edgerrin James should help out there, I think. Sure, the offensive line is still a mess, but if they can get that together, they could be a dangerous team in a weak division.
2006-07-27 08:49:10 · answer #3 · answered by Screamin_Al 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A couple years back Emmit Smith came into town and revved up attention...and nothing happened for him or the Cardinals. I wouldn't base an entire team's success around one person.
2006-07-26 20:39:53 · answer #4 · answered by CB 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's much too difficult to judge chemistry by how a team looks on paper. Sure, the additions of Edge and Leinart look to make the Cards better. But it all depends on how everyone meshes on the field. My inkling is that they'll be improved, though.
2006-07-26 21:29:14 · answer #5 · answered by indianalee 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that they are going to win the division. They have a very lethal offense and they have a decent defense. There is one difference from this year and last year and that is Edge. All it takes is a good RB and that means that your team will be in it.
2006-07-26 21:38:41 · answer #6 · answered by fantasy guru 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Offensively they should be good providing the OL can give James some room to run. Their biggest questions are on D. I see improvements but not enough to challenge for the division just yet.
2006-07-26 20:34:10 · answer #7 · answered by ndmagicman 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
El foldo. Main reason-Denny Green
2006-07-26 20:57:42 · answer #8 · answered by hope 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i like their schedule. theyre looking good. i like the fact that they have "edge". hopefully arrington will learn something from him. they better live up to the hype. theyre gonna actually sale out games!!
2006-07-27 01:16:01 · answer #9 · answered by PunkRockChris 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They will fold like the HOUSE-OF-CARDS
they are 100% sure
2006-07-26 22:19:29 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋