We all know that the Arizona Cardinals struggled to put pressure on the quarterback last year despite finishing in the middle of the pack (14th to be exact). They really struggled to get to the QB in the second half of the season and at the end of the regular season Bertrand Berry was the team leader with a whopping five sacks. To make matters worse, two guys who combined for 7.5 sacks (Antonio Smith...
The Arizona Republic reports today that former Cards DE/OLB Travis LaBoy could miss the entire 09 season after having surgery. Here’s the report: Former Cardinals defensive end/outside linebacker Travis LaBoy is scheduled to undergo surgery on an ankle later this month, casting doubt on his ability to play in 2009. LaBoy’s agents confirmed [...]
Travis LaBoy to Have Ankle Surgery and Might Miss all of 2009 The team's decision to cut LaBoy is getting more and more clear. His agent has confirmed that he's going to have surgery that could end his 2009 season before it even gets started. He's already had his biceps injury repaired via surgery and after consulting several different doctors, he's decided to have surgery on his ankle as well.
Travis LaBoy Failed a Physical Before His Release Surely the Cardinals didn't expect LaBoy to pass a physical after his biceps injury. So why would they have done the physical or released this info?
Does Edgerrin James still have value in the NFL? And the Cubs are in town, much to Vince’s dismay. Segment 1 - Chuck and Vince talk about the end of an “era”, with Edgerrin James being released by the Cardinals yesterday, along with cornerback Rod Hood and linebacker Travis LaBoy. Did the Cardinals do [...]
All of today’s talk regarding the Arizona Cardinals will likely revolve around the release of Edgerrin James. Though his role diminished over the year, he was an integral part of the playoff run that led Arizona to the Super Bowl. A veteran back, he became expendable when the team added Ohio State’s Chris Wells via [...]
More photos » by Matt York - AP about 18 hours ago: FILE - In this July 27, 2008 file photo, Arizona Cardinals running back Edgerrin James arrives for practice during the team's football training camp Sunday, July 27, 2008 in Flagstaff, Ariz. The Cardinals released James on Tuesday, April 28, 2009, with one year remaining on his contract, a development expected since late in the season. (AP Photo/Matt...
In a surprising move, the Cardinals cut veteran CB Rod Hood and DE Travis LaBoy . It is believed they were salary cap casualties. Hood appeared in 31 games, 30 as a starter, since signing with Arizona as a free agent in 2007. He had 105 tackles and six interceptions. LaBoy, who played four seasons for the Tennessee Titans, signed a five-year, $22 million contract, with about $7.5 million guaranteed,...
via www.azcardinals.com A theme that we've noticed developing around the Kansas City Chiefs new regime as far as it's hiring practices goes is " It's who you know, not what you know". And today the it's head coach Todd Haley , defensive coordinator Clancy Pendergast and assistant head coach Maurice Carthon that know someone - Travis LaBoy . LaBoy is a former defensive end for the Arizona...
The Arizona Cardinals on Tuesday granted running back Edgerrin James' wish to be released and cut two others who played significant roles in the team's run to the Super Bowl. While the James move was expected, the releases of cornerback Rod Hood and defensive end Travis LaBoy were not. The moves clear significant salary cap space for the Cardinals, who want to sign new deals with linebacker Karlos...
On this edition of Voice of the Cardinals host Eli Wahlstrom will be talking about the Arizona Cardinals and their recent draft selections round by round. Eli will also be discussing the releasing of RB Edgerrin James, DE/OLB Travis LaBoy, and CB Rod Hood. 1. Chris “Beanie” Wells, RB 2. Cody Brown, DE/OLB 3. Rashad Johnson, S 4. Greg [...]
Earlier today the Arizona Cardinals cut 2008 free agent signee Travis LaBoy . The move was due in large part due to the the injury problems LaBoy has faced ever since being drafted by Tennessee. It's interesting because the Cardinals are willingly taking a decent sized cap hit in releasing a very talented player. LaBoy played defensive end for the Cardinals, but his size could put him in position to...
In a surprising yet predictable move, the Arizona Cardinals have parted ways with running back Edgerrin James , defensive end Travis LaBoy , and cornerback Roderick Hood . James was the one move we all expected to happen, the other two, not so much. Revenge Of The Birds - Home of the NFC Champions! We'll have more on free agents with a Pioli/Haley/Parcells connection tomorrow morning so make sure you...