Health and Depth Biggest Concern for Arizona

The Cardinals must rely on the health of some older players in key positions for the final four games of the regular season and into the playoffs. The most obvious is 38-year-old quarterback Kurt Warner, who missed a game earlier this season because of a concussion. But there are some lesser-known players who play important roles.   Full Story

Here are some Stats, Quotes, Notes as well as what went right and wrong in the Giants' game against the Eagles.   Full Story

Adrian Peterson broke one Vikings record and continued to move up the charts in several others. Brett Favre also reached an NFL milestone while the rookies also made an impact.    Full Story

Over the last four years, Brett Favre has thrown more interceptions than touchdowns in December. But there is a stat he cares about more – wins.   Full Story

Last week against the Vikings, backup Jeremy Bridges played masterfully against the vaunted defense of the purple and gold. Coach Whisenhunt has made it clear that injured players cannot lose their starting positions until after they have returned. Should this be the exception to the rule? Will Mike Gandy be sent to the bench in favor of Bridges? Tyson Qualls compares the two crafty veterans.   Full Story

Monday Night's game against the San Francisco 49ers is more of a statement game than anything else. The Cardinals pulled off some big-time victories this year but nothing matters until they clinch the division, guaranteeing themselves a spot in the playoffs for the second-straight season. These five players performances will be the difference between a win over the 49ers or a sweep to them.   Full Story

Cincinnati defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer has a good track record against Brett Favre, but he has respect for what Favre can do with his supporting cast this year.   Full Story

The Arizona Cardinals franchise has come a long way since Ken Whisenhunt took over three years ago. The change is never so apparent as in the fact that the Cardinals can clinch their second consecutive NFC West title Monday night with a victory at San Francisco....   Full Story

With Antonio Pierce out for the season and Jonathan Goff making his first NFL start, Michael Boley was the quarterback of the Giants defense during New York's crucial victory over Dallas on Sunday. Boley wore the helmet with the earpiece and made the defensive calls as New York pretty much saved its season. Here's what Boley had to say on a conference call on Monday.   Full Story

The Arizona Cardinals took not only a 30-17 win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday night but a lot of lessons from their home victory as well. What exactly did we learn from the Cardinals pouncing of the Vikings? Let's begin with these five observations...   Full Story

Brett Favre was breaking NFL records, and his teammates were building on their successes as well. Visanthe Shiancoe, Percy Harvin, Sidney Rice, Adrian Peterson and Bryant McKinnie recorded entries in this week’s record-seekers feature.   Full Story

The Vikings had been one of the better teams in the league converting third downs, but that wasn’t happening often Sunday night against the Cardinals. The Vikings’ inability to convert during the heart of the game was a major reason for their 30-17 loss.   Full Story

The Arizona Cardinals controlled their destiny with a 30-17 win over the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday night at home. The Vikings scored first and last, but in between it was all Cardinals. The victory gave Arizona a comfy lead in the NFC West heading into next Monday’s matchup with the 49ers. The win was also a moral one as Kurt Warner made a valiant return, and Arizona's defense went to work.   Full Story

Brett Favre is leaving a mark … on the butts of teammates. Favre’s penchant for a stinging butt-slap has carried over to the Vikings and his teammates are improving in their efforts to exact revenge.   Full Story

Former Eugene Emeralds hitting coach Eric Peyton had an impact on many of the new San Diego Padres prospects. We caught up with Peyton to discuss many of the hitters he tutored.   Full Story

For the second time this year, the Arizona Cardinals square off in front of a national audience on Sunday night football. Previously, the Cardinals were dismantled on the main stage in a Week 3 loss against the Indianapolis Colts. Sunday night’s game in the desert won’t be any easier as Arizona takes on Brett Favre and the 10-1 Minnesota Vikings.   Full Story

Brett Favre has been mentioned in MVP circles for several weeks now, but he is starting accept the possibilities.   Full Story

The Vikings still have five games to go, but their offense will far exceed what it did last year, both in scoring and explosive plays. No doubt Brett Favre is a major reason for that.   Full Story

Over the past four years the Vikings have made a series of bold personnel moves, most of which have paid off and provided the foundation for what has become an impressive 10-1 start this season.   Full Story

The Cardinals must feel better about their long-term situation at quarterback after backup Matt Leinart played efficiently in a loss to the Titans. Making his first start since 2007, Leinart completed 21 of 31 for 220 yards. He didn't have a touchdown pass but he didn't have an interception, either...   Full Story

Lots and lots of terrific shots from this week's action as the Vikings dominated the Bears en route to a 36-10 win at Mall of America Field.   Full Story

Brett Favre has sung the praises of Adrian Peterson’s abilities all year long, but on Sunday and several other occasions the Vikings have relied on Favre’s arm more than Peterson’s legs. See what Brad Childress and several players, including Favre, had to say about the passing trend.   Full Story

Brett Favre continues his assault on the Vikings and NFL record books and they aren’t all longevity records. He is having one of the most impressive seasons in Vikings history. Percy Harvin, Visanthe Shiancoe and Adrian Peterson were also putting their names in the books Sunday.   Full Story

Brett Favre was typically brilliant and Minnesota’s defense put on a dominating show against Jay Cutler and the Bears in a 36-10 Vikings win. The statistics might be even more impressive than the score.   Full Story

Brett Favre continues his assault on the NFL record book by simply playing on Sunday. He will tie former Viking Jim Marshall for most consecutive games played. Is there a secret to his longevity?   Full Story