Blog Post Series: "Arizona Sports"
In the relatively near past, I took a strong liking towards Arizona Sports, therefore in this particular Free Choice Series, I will discuss my favorite team from MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, respectively.
Inspiration for AZ Sports Series:
Ever since a young age, I have always been an aspiring sports writer as I have composed numerous professional analysis works compact with statistics, reviews, and previews. For these following free choice blog posts, I would like to put my talents on display.
*Unlike the previous blog post, the 2014-2015 Phoenix Suns Season is in-progress.
AZ Sports Series: Arizona Cardinals
AZ Sports Series Timeline: (My Favorite Teams from MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, respectively)
Inspiration for AZ Sports Series:
Ever since a young age, I have always been an aspiring sports writer as I have composed numerous professional analysis works compact with statistics, reviews, and previews. For these following free choice blog posts, I would like to put my talents on display.
*Unlike the previous blog post, the 2014-2015 Phoenix Suns Season is in-progress.
AZ Sports Series: Arizona Cardinals
- 2014 Season Offensive/Defensive Lineups
- 2014 Season Analysis/Team Awards: (MVPs)
- 2015 AZ Cardinals: Expectations/Projections
AZ Sports Series Timeline: (My Favorite Teams from MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, respectively)
- Arizona Diamondbacks (MLB)
- Phoenix Suns (NBA)
- Arizona Cardinals (NFL)
- Arizona Coyotes (NHL)
2014 Season Offensive/Defensive Lineups
2014 Season Opener Starting Offense (R:Rookie)
2014 Season Opener Starting 3-4 Defense
| 2014 Playoff Starting Offense (Season Finale)
2014 Playoff Starting 3-4 Defense (Season Finale)
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2014 Season Analysis/Team Awards: (MVPs)
The 2014 NFL Season for the Arizona Cardinals was one of injuries, injuries, and more injures:
The proverbial Injury Bug, more like the Injury Tarantula, took its bite into the Arizona Cardinals as their Injury Report totaled a whopping 8 of its BEST PLAYERS throughout the season ranging from minor to major injuries, virtually ending their Super Bowl aspirations before both the regular season and the post season.
ACL/MCL/Foot Epidemics- (Notable/Star Players)
-Darnell Dockett (Torn ACL- Out for Season)
-Carson Palmer (Torn ACL- Out Last 10 Games)
-Tyrann Mathieu (Torn ACL-Out First 2 Weeks)
-Calais Campbell (MCL Sprain- Out 2 Weeks)
-Drew Stanton (Torn MCL- Out Last 6 Games)
-Larry Fitzgerald (MCL Sprain- Out 2 Weeks)
-Andre Ellington (Foot Surgery- Out Last 8 Games)
-Patrick Peterson (Sprained Ankle/Health Problems- Out 1 Game)
-Antonio Cromartie (Sprained Ankle- Out 1 Game)
-Matt Shaughnessy (Torn MCL- Out 10 Games)
Concussions/Hand/Other Problems- (Starters)
-John Abraham (Concussion- Out for Season)
-Troy Nicklas (Right Hand Surgery- Out for Last 14 Games)
-Dave Zastudil (Groin- Out for Season)
Non-Related Football Suspension- (Starters)
-Darryl Washington (Out for Season)
-Jonathon Dwyer (Out for last 14 Games)
MVP: (Team Awards)
The MVP for the Arizona Cardinals is....
Carson Palmer:
2014 Stats When Healthy:
Projections if Healthy for 16 Games
The proverbial Injury Bug, more like the Injury Tarantula, took its bite into the Arizona Cardinals as their Injury Report totaled a whopping 8 of its BEST PLAYERS throughout the season ranging from minor to major injuries, virtually ending their Super Bowl aspirations before both the regular season and the post season.
ACL/MCL/Foot Epidemics- (Notable/Star Players)
-Darnell Dockett (Torn ACL- Out for Season)
-Carson Palmer (Torn ACL- Out Last 10 Games)
-Tyrann Mathieu (Torn ACL-Out First 2 Weeks)
-Calais Campbell (MCL Sprain- Out 2 Weeks)
-Drew Stanton (Torn MCL- Out Last 6 Games)
-Larry Fitzgerald (MCL Sprain- Out 2 Weeks)
-Andre Ellington (Foot Surgery- Out Last 8 Games)
-Patrick Peterson (Sprained Ankle/Health Problems- Out 1 Game)
-Antonio Cromartie (Sprained Ankle- Out 1 Game)
-Matt Shaughnessy (Torn MCL- Out 10 Games)
Concussions/Hand/Other Problems- (Starters)
-John Abraham (Concussion- Out for Season)
-Troy Nicklas (Right Hand Surgery- Out for Last 14 Games)
-Dave Zastudil (Groin- Out for Season)
Non-Related Football Suspension- (Starters)
-Darryl Washington (Out for Season)
-Jonathon Dwyer (Out for last 14 Games)
MVP: (Team Awards)
The MVP for the Arizona Cardinals is....
Carson Palmer:
2014 Stats When Healthy:
- Passing Yards: 1626
- Touchdowns: 11
- Interceptions: 3
Projections if Healthy for 16 Games
- Passing Yards : 4336
- Touchdowns: 30
- Interceptions: 8
Passing Yards Rankings:
7. Aaron Rodgers: 4381
8. Carson Palmer: 4336
9. Phillip Rivers: 4286
Touchdown Rankings:
8. Phillip Rivers: 31
9. Carson Palmer: 30
10. Eli Manning: 30
Interception Rankings:
6. Tom Brady: 9
7. Carson Palmer: 11
8. Matthew Stafford: 12
Passing: 8th, Touchdown: 9th, Interception: 7th
7. Aaron Rodgers: 4381
8. Carson Palmer: 4336
9. Phillip Rivers: 4286
Touchdown Rankings:
8. Phillip Rivers: 31
9. Carson Palmer: 30
10. Eli Manning: 30
Interception Rankings:
6. Tom Brady: 9
7. Carson Palmer: 11
8. Matthew Stafford: 12
Passing: 8th, Touchdown: 9th, Interception: 7th
8th+9th+7th= 24/3= 8th......
When Healthy, Carson Palmer is the 8th best QB in the NFL!
When Healthy, Carson Palmer is the 8th best QB in the NFL!
2015 AZ Cardinals: Expectations/Projections
I believe with the proper health, especially with Carson Palmer, and an improved running game with a revamped offensive line, the AZ Cardinals will be a force to reckon with in the 2015 NFL season.....
2015 NFL Season: Arizona Cardinals Prediction:
2015 NFL Season: Arizona Cardinals Prediction:
2015 Super Bowl Champions!!!