Looking towards the future...

by mikvogel on Oct 22, 2008 3:51 PM CDT Comment 8 comments

... with an eye on a trade.

This is likely coming from discussions on my recent trip to the Phoenix area to visit with old college friends, but I thought I'd throw it out there given our recent need for a QB.

What does the AP Nation think of the idea of trading LJ for Matt Leinart?

Here's my case-

AZ is going to need a RB. They've got a quick back in Hightower, but their big back Edge is clearly on his last legs.

Leinart is on the outs. Wisenhunt does not like him and doesn't want him.

LJ isn't doing anything on or off the field to endear himself to the KC fans or the organization.

Even if we draft a QB in the top of the draft next year, they shouldn't be the starter- we need someone to tend the position for a year or more.

Both teams are taking a risk with this trade.

The big contracts for both players look like they'd play out pretty evenly as far as cap hit goes.

So there it is AP Nation- What do you think?

I've attached a poll for you all to quickly respond.

Poll

This trade idea is...

... completely boneheaded and a big waste of time.

11 votes

... possible but not likely.

22 votes

... something that should be explored further.

13 votes

... the best management idea AP has seen for a while. Mikvogel should be given CP's job immediately!

5 votes

51 votes | Poll has closed

This is a FanPost and does not necessarily reflect the views of Arrowhead Pride's writers or editors. It does reflect the views of this particular fan though, which is as important as the views of Arrowhead Pride writers or editors.

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The Cardinals wouldn't go for it in a million years

Even the Bidwill’s know better than that.

by Joel Thorman on Oct 22, 2008 4:44 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

We Don't Want Leinart

Allegedly he’s got a rotten work ethic, a questionable attitude, and really questionable arm strength after breaking his collarbone. Aside from one game against Chicago his rookie year, he’s demonstrated nothing to indicate he’ll ever develop. I think he’s a legitimate bust.

Supporting the lesser of two evils is still supporting something evil.

by UCrawford on Oct 22, 2008 4:51 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Not to mention

Warner is on his last leg. I thought a report came out a couple weeks ago about him seriously considering retirement at the end of the season after the game in which Bolden went down and was carted off.

I don’t think any franchise is going to be willing to take on LJ anytime in the near future, and I really don’t think the Chiefs would be able to get anything (player or draft picks) that would make it even remotely worth it for us.

by Chiefs n Chopper on Oct 22, 2008 5:53 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Good name, Chiefs n Chopper

by AngryJesus on Oct 22, 2008 6:21 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

He'd be a decent back-up

if he didn’t have the first round contract !! But (yes) he’s a bust as a starter.

by HankerChief on Oct 22, 2008 8:04 PM CDT up reply actions 0 recs

Maybe,

If we can get him to redo his contract for the opportunity to start, and he works out good. I think it is premature to say he is a bust. Spend draft picks on O-line and running back. With King Carl at the helm though, would never be explored.

by ryan_andersen98 on Oct 22, 2008 8:11 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs

Eh...

I’m not sure Leinhart is the answer. Additionally, I was impressed with LJ’s public mea culpa yesterday. He looked sincere. He look disappointed in himself. He didn’t try to shirk blame. And he was obviously contrite. I’ve been a big detractor where LJ is concerned (as it pertains to his attitude…not his skill), but I’m cautiously optimistic given his speech. With the right attitude, I don’t think there’s any doubt Larry could be positively dominant.

by Chief Running Bare on Oct 23, 2008 12:23 PM CDT reply actions 0 recs