Fitzgerald eyeing Arizona exit?

[hagansp]

Only two regular-season games into the Ken Whisenhunt era, rumors already are flying receiver Larry Fitzgerald is looking to leave the Cardinals when his rookie contract ends.

Fitzgerald, as the rumor goes, is not a big fan of Whisenhunt's run-based offense, and for good reason. Fitzgerald currently is averaging only five catches and 53.5 yards per game, which puts him on pace for 80 receptions and 856 receiving yards for the season. He currently has no receiving touchdowns in 2007.

There's no indication that Fitzgerald, the No. 3 overall pick in the 2004 draft, plans to try to force his way out prematurely. Based on the escalators in his rookie contract, there was speculation when it was signed that the Cardinals would likely have to extend the deal after four seasons. Since this is Fitzgerald's fourth season, and given that it's hard to justify two highly-paid wideouts (Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin) if the offense doesn't take full advantage of both of their skills, it could be time for the Cardinals to think about trading Fitzgerald.

One potential destination would be Minnesota, given that Fitzgerald is a native of Minneapolis and worked as a ball boy during the days of Cris Carter and Randy Moss. Though plenty of folks are murmuring about the Vikes possibly sniffing around Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb, we think it makes more sense for the Vikes try to bring Fitzgerald home.

Especially if the team wants to sell out the Metrodome on a regular basis.

Profootballtalk.com

[nadeau01_johnson48]

So he can complain in Minnesota about not getting the ball either?

Why would he honestly wanna go there....is Tarvaris Jackson or Brooks Bollinger really gonna get him the ball anymore than Matt Leinart will? Who cares if it's a run-first offense in Arizona. There is NO OFFENSE in Minnesota.

[hagansp]

Donovan and Fitz to Minnesota?

[nadeau01_johnson48]

Well, yea, then he'd at least have someone to get him the ball...I highly doubt Minnesota will be able to snag up both of those guys though.

[hagansp]

unless McNabb changes fast...he will not be an eagle next season

[Bondsaway]

Well no way the Cards trade Fitz. If he leaves he leaves. I love the musical QB's going on right now. Its only 2 games into the season.... Speaking of Mcnabb there is a place to go if you are a #1 Wr Mcnabb has no one. They just let Stallworth walk to the Pats next they'll be bringing Freddie Mitchell back!!! San Diego is also another team in need of a #1wr. The Minnesota story is nice but if he is upset about getting the ball then can't see him going to the Viks

[hagansp]

George while i agree he needs a #1 WR, a lot of his throws this year have been horrible...he is not ready to be playing yet...he is still too concerned about his leg...he does not plant on it well enough and is why his balls are sailing.

[CaliforniaSoxfan]

Please come to Oakland Fitz. Trust me as we will love you there...lol

[chiliwilly]

Green Bay sure could use him since Jennings rides the pine with injuries every year.