Merged: Boldin on the block, 2nd rounder + player

Makes perfect sense. You field offers from all interested parties and then during the draft if a player you covet becomes available, you can call the team to make the trade. Get something for him now because he's out of there at the end of the year anyways.

Cardinals listen to offers for Boldin
http://www.azcentral.com/sports/cardinals/articles/2009/04/15/20090415boldinup-CR.html
The Arizona Republic:

“I think the fact that we’re coming out and acknowledging we’re willing to listen does not mean we haven’t listened in the past,” Graves said. “In my opinion, it’s not a change in position, just the fact that we’re acknowledging publicly that we are evaluating those interests.”

The Cardinals have said they have other priorities before addressing Boldin’s contract, which has two years remaining. They have been trying to re-sign linebacker Karlos Dansby and have interest in extending strong safety Adrian Wilson’s contract.

I would love to see Boldin a Dolphin but would that be smarter than a Nicks or Britt? Don't know?

"HULKFish wrote:

I would love to see Boldin a Dolphin but would that be smarter than a Nicks or Britt? Don't know?

Unless they are unusually talented, WR's usually take about 3 years to develop into probowlers. I don't know how I would feel if he were to want a HUGE contract. Love to have his talent, but at what cost. Parcells/Ireland love the draft picks.

"HULKFish wrote:

I would love to see Boldin a Dolphin but would that be smarter than a Nicks or Britt? Don't know?

imo yes....because boldin is a proven commodity britt and nicks could be the next yatil green or mike williams.....you never know with draft picks.

if we are looking at wr at 25...(which i doubt) then i dont see the problem with giving it up for a pro bowler in boldin :up:

"HULKFish wrote:

I would love to see Boldin a Dolphin but would that be smarter than a Nicks or Britt? Don't know?

I think it's almost a given that Boldin > Nicks or Britt at this stage. But the closer we get to the draft, I doubt it will happen because of the contract Boldin would need, the value the FO places in a stud WR at this stage, and the desire to keep the extra pick it would take besides the first to bring Boldin in. Personally, I'd love to see it happen but I'm not holding my breath.

what i don't see us doing no matter what -- is giving up #25 for him ... equally, i don't see us using the pick on a WR either .... not with this regime

If you look at the time it has taken Ginn to come around, I say if we can do it with in reason, let's get Boldin in here.

"Fin Fan In Cali wrote:

If you look at the time it has taken Ginn to come around, I say if we can do it with in reason, let's get Boldin in here.

Agreed, We have Bess, Camrillo and Ginn on the roster, all of them decent WRs but if you add a guy like Boldin to that list...we become a different team on offense.

Ronnie Brown for Boldin

I would do it in a second

"wpgfishfan wrote:

Ronnie Brown for Boldin

I would do it in a second

what?!?!

take away depth to add depth at another position ?!?!

"SickFinFan33 wrote:

what?!?!

take away depth to add depth at another position ?!?!

:no:

I'd rather have a strong running game.

Would I love to see Q in aqua and orange? Yes, absolutely. Would he improve our entire offense? Yes, I believe he would. Is he worth what I think we'll have to give up to get him, both in the way of draft pick(s) and salary? No, I don't think so.

I say we pass on him unless we can get him at somewhat of a discount (one of our second round picks this year, and maybe a third or fourth rounder next year?), which I just don't see happening.

Personally, I'd much rather we focus on one of the top wideouts in this year's draft. Preferably one Mr. Hakeem Nicks. I believe he is a younger version of Boldin that can be had for less money. Especially if by some miracle we can get him at #44.

JMHO...

Cards Want A One And A Three For Boldin

http://www.profootballtalk.com/2009/04/16/cards-want-a-one-and-a-three-for-boldin/

ESPN’s Sal Paolantonio reports that the Arizona Cardinals are telling prospective suitors for receiver Anquan Boldin that at least a first-round pick and a third-round pick will be needed to get the deal done.

"TheAnswer385 wrote:

Cards Want A One And A Three For Boldin

http://www.profootballtalk.com/2009/04/16/cards-want-a-one-and-a-three-for-boldin/

Way too steep for my blood. Build through the draft, which is why Parcells, Sparano and Henne were visiting these guys, we're building a young core on offense.:up:

That's too much. We'll keep the picks and continue building through the draft.

"SickFinFan33 wrote:

what?!?!

take away depth to add depth at another position ?!?!

running backs are a dime a dozen

look at last years rookies and how good they were

"wpgfishfan wrote:

running backs are a dime a dozen

look at last years rookies and how good they were

Yea but Ronnie is a special talent

Ouch a first and third hurts a lot. Especially for a franchise that until recently has handed out picks like Donald Trump hands out $20s at a strip club.

"opfinistic wrote:

Ouch a first and third hurts a lot. Especially for a franchise that until recently has handed out picks like Donald Trump hands out $20s at a strip club.

Good thing those guys have a strong hand on the wallets up there in the FOs. I don't see it happening from us but some other team might bite.

I'd rather pound it down people's throats as well. It's much more satisfying that way to me.

"anlgp wrote:

Good thing those guys have a strong hand on the wallets up there in the FOs. I don't see it happening from us but some other team might bite.

I'd rather pound it down people's throats as well. It's much more satisfying that way to me.

:shifty:

"opfinistic wrote:

:shifty:

you heard right.

I wouldnt mind a #1 this year and a #3 next year for Boldin

"DOLFANMIKE wrote:

I wouldnt mind a #1 this year and a #3 next year for Boldin

The 32nd pick of the 3rd round wouldn't be that bad. :wink2: