Revenge of the Birds 13 hours ago
Bird Droppings: Arizona Cardinals onto the bye week, Robert Alford’s status, Kenyan Drake takes the lead and more
Photo by Ralph Freso/ Happy Thursday one and all. We are almost to the end of the week, and we are getting closer and closer to Thanksgiving and a great weekend filled with food, family and football. Yet, we also have a great bye this season as Cardinals fans since there is no game the weekend before Thanksgiving, which means all the chores can get done before the holiday weekend. Let’s get the day started with a look around the web at your Arizona Cardinals. The Potential Of Kyler Murray As Offensive Rookie Of The YearQuarterback acknowledges possibility but focused on win-loss...
Revenge of the Birds Nov 20, 2019
Arizona Cardinals week 11 offensive snap count
Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/ The Cardinals have failed to outsnap their opponent on offense the last several games and it definitely coincides with the losing streak. Let’s take a look at the snap counts on the offense from Sunday. Quarterback Kyler Murray - 69 snaps (100%) Running Back Kenyan Drake - 61 (88%)David Johnson - 9 (13%) The David Johnson regression continues. He’s not a factor in this offense anymore, we’ll see if that changes post bye week. Wide Receiver Christian Kirk - 68 (99%)Larry Fitzgerald - 55 (80%)KeeSean Johnson - 23 (33%)Andy Isabella - 20 (29%)Pharoah...
Revenge of the Birds Nov 17, 2019
Arizona Cardinals defensive incompetence cost the team in the Bay area
Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports A game that the Arizona Cardinals needed in the worst way, they lost in the most likely way. The Arizona Cardinals offense was effective today, getting three touchdowns on four redzone trips. They also got two Zane Gonzalez field goals that gave them the chance to win the game. Kyler Murray was extremely efficient, completing 24 passes for 146 yards and two touchdowns. He also ran for 67 yards and a touchdown. Kenyan Drake was good as well, with 80 total yards of offense. It was tough sledding for the offense today and quite frankly, with the numbers, it...
ClutchPoints Nov 14, 2019
Cardinals RBs Kenyan Drake, David Johnson on opposite ends of the missed-tackles spectrum
The Arizona Cardinals have had multiple running backs in their backfield throughout the season. Among them, Kenyan Drake and David Johnson have found themselves on opposite ends of the missed-tackles spectrum, per Graham Barfield of NFL.com. David Johnson has forced 9 missed tackles on 113 touches this year (ranks 47th-of-47 RBs in MT per touch). […] The post Cardinals RBs Kenyan Drake, David Johnson on opposite ends of the missed-tackles spectrum appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Revenge of the Birds Nov 13, 2019
Arizona Cardinals week 10 offensive snap count
Photo by Mike Ehrmann/ The Cardinals have struggled to win the snap count battle the last couple of games and it coincides with losing games. Let’s take a look at the offensive snap counts from the loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Quarterback Kyler Murray - 67 snaps (100%) Running Back Kenyan Drake - 43 (64%)David Johnson - 29 (43%) Good bye sweet David Johnson. We will always have 2015 and 2016. Wide Receiver Christian Kirk - 64 (96%)Larry Fitzgerald - 52 (78%)KeeSean Johnson - 34 (51%)Andy Isabella - 26 (39%)Pharoah Cooper - 18 (27%)Trent Sherfield - 6 (9%) Please increase the...
Raising Zona Nov 12, 2019
Arizona Cardinals should anoint a new starting running back
Talented running back Kenyan Drake may soon take over as the number-one running back on the Arizona Cardinals depth chart For the past three years, the Arizona Cardinals have exercised patience with running back David Johnson. The 27-year old has not been the same player since he suffered a season-ending wrist injury early on in […] Arizona Cardinals should anoint a new starting running back - Raising Zona - Raising Zona - An Arizona Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
Revenge of the Birds Nov 10, 2019
Arizona Cardinals vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers preview
Photo by Christian Petersen/ A great effort only lead to defeat, and the Arizona Cardinals falling to 3-5-1 but we saw a bit into the future and what we hope will lead to a great future for the Arizona Cardinals. Now, we discuss what happened in the game and what it means moving forward. We also take a look at the reunion and what that could play out like. As always, Uncle Jess was kind enough to give you all the time stamps. Enjoy the show, make sure to subscribe to it using your favorite podcast app and give it a five-star rating. (2:20) The play of Kenyan Drake and other positives in...
Revenge of the Birds Nov 10, 2019
Bird Droppings: Arizona Cardinals ready for Tampa Bay Buccaneers, running back is the strength of the team and more
Photo by Christian Petersen/ Happy game day one and all. We are ready for a great matchup today with the Arizona Cardinals traveling to Tampa to take on the Buccaneers and their former head coach, Bruce Arians. We have everything you need to know about the game, but let’s get the day started off with a look around the web at your Arizona Cardinals. Steve Keim: David Johnson-Kenyan Drake Backfield Gives Options Three Big Things: #AZvsTBA look at the top storylines for Sunday's game Larry Fitzgerald And The Increased Importance Of The Slot ReceiverNotes: Justin Murray questionable;...
Cincy Jungle Nov 4, 2019
Fantasy Football: 5 waiver wire pickups for Week 10
Photo by Timothy T Ludwig/ Which running back is probably taking over a starting job after his performance in Week 9? Week 10 was pretty eventful week for fantasy. There were quite a few guys who had numbers that jumped off the screen. You need to make sure to try and land some of these guys to keep your fantasy team alive during bye week woes. NFL Week 10 waiver wire pickups Kenyan Drake, RB, Cardinals: I don’t think anyone would’ve expected Drake to have over 100 yards rushing and a touchdown on Thursday Night Football against the 49ers who allowed the sixth fewest fantasy points...
Revenge of the Birds Nov 3, 2019
Bird Droppings: Arizona Cardinals make roster moves, Kyler looks good in primetime, Cardinals need best players to make plays and more
Photo by Christian Petersen/ Happy Sunday one and all. The Arizona Cardinals sit at 3-5-1 and have this Sunday off because of their Thursday Night Football matchup with the San Francisco 49ers. We have all the news to finish off the 49ers game and start to get ready for the reunion with Bruce Arians and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Let’s get to it. Kyler Murray Looks Good In Primetime, And Niners Aftermath Steve Keim: RB Kenyan Drake Was On Radar, And P2's Game Cardinals Sign LB Zach Brown, Release RB Alfred MorrisFormer Eagle has a Pro Bowl on resume Kliff Kingsbury Excited To Pair...
Raising Zona Nov 1, 2019
Decisions at running back spot looming for Arizona Cardinals
The surprising acquisition of Kenyan Drake has created a logjam of talent at the running back position for the Arizona Cardinals This past Monday, the Arizona Cardinals made what could be considered a somewhat surprising move. Dealing with a plethera of injuries at the running back position, Steve Keim orchestrated a trade for the Miami […] Decisions at running back spot looming for Arizona Cardinals - Raising Zona - Raising Zona - An Arizona Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
Revenge of the Birds Nov 1, 2019
Arizona Cardinals Player of the Game in their Week 9 loss to the San Francisco 49ers
Photo by Christian Petersen/ It’s a tough task to come in just days off of a trade, let alone on a short week on Thursday night football against one of the better defenses and front sevens in the league, but new addition Kenyan Drake did just that - and then some. The former Crimson tide RB started off hot, ripping off a 36 yard gain on his first carry and putting the Cards on the board early. Kenyan Drake puts the @AZCardinals ahead in his first drive! @KDx32 #RedSea : #SFvsAZ on @NFLNetwork | @NFLonFOX | @PrimeVideoHow to watch: https://t.co/I6INVckndX...
Raising Zona Nov 1, 2019
Arizona Cardinals put in valiant effort against 49ers
Missed opportunities keep the Arizona Cardinals from completing comeback against the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday night Once again, the Arizona Cardinals came out fast and scored on their opening drive. It’s all the other drives we have to worry about. Thanks to newly acquired running back Kenyan Drake, who rattled off a 36-yard run, […] Arizona Cardinals put in valiant effort against 49ers - Raising Zona - Raising Zona - An Arizona Cardinals Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and more.
ClutchPoints Nov 1, 2019
Cardinals QB Kyler Murray reacts to Kenyan Drake’s Arizona debut
Earlier this week, the Arizona Cardinals acquired running back Kenyan Drake in a trade with the Miami Dolphins in an effort to shore up a backfield that has been ravaged by injuries of late. Drake made his Cardinals debut against the San Francisco 49ers on Thursday night and ended up having his most impressive performance […] The post Cardinals QB Kyler Murray reacts to Kenyan Drake’s Arizona debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.
ClutchPoints Nov 1, 2019
Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake records 162 yards from scrimmage and one TD in debut
The Arizona Cardinals were unable to put the finishing touches on a comeback against the San Francisco 49ers. Fortunately, they can take solace in the fact that their trade for running back Kenyan Drake has gotten off to a solid start. Drake enjoyed quite the Cardinals debut in Week 9. His efforts were recognized by […] The post Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake records 162 yards from scrimmage and one TD in debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.
