Larry Fitzgerald

[Manning1887]

Per ESPN and Adam Schefter the Cardinals are open to trading Larry Fitzgerald AFTER the season. This team is not going to compete for a playoff spot this year so what do you think it would take to obtain him THIS season?

 

Keep in mind that Larry is 30 and has had a myriad of minor injuries of late. Also, he has an albatross of a cap number for 2014 that, in combination with his age, will keep his trade value lower. The Colts will have some cap room again next summer, so we should be able to absorb some of that. Larry may be willing to re-work his deal to play for a contender.

 

I have been of the mind the Colts should just stick with what they have, but a guy like Larry can really boost the offense. He should have a solid 5 to 6 more years of productivity ahead of him.

 

If the price is right, say a 2nd next year and a 2nd in 2015, I would have to consider that trade.

[backshoulderfade]

Cap hit is far too big im afraid. And I wouldnt pay a 2nd for the production he has been putting out thr last coouple seasons.

[PrincetonTiger]

His cap hit for 2014 so I would suggest we stay with the status quo

[jvan1973]

Even if we could afford him, They are going to want more than a second

[House]

No.

[Dustin]

Grigs would have to give up our 2nd and 3rd this year and likely our 1st next year. Plus, I don't think we can afford him. 

[oldunclemark]

Love him..but, like everybody else says, I don't see how we can get it done

[GoColts8818]

Who wouldn't love to have him and I don't see you getting him for less than a first round pick and a couple of more picks.  I also don't see the Cardinals waiting till 2015 to get that first round pick so I don't think we have the picks to get him this year.  With that said I am sure Grigson is going to explore it because again who wouldn't want to have Fitz?

 

That's before you even look at his contract which is not cheap.

[beavis]

I think first you have to answer the question if were bringing back dhb or not

[oldunclemark]

Sure hope the patriots don't get him...

[Dustin]

Sure hope the patriots don't get him...

 

They wouldn't. When was the last time BB actually traded a first round pick? 

[Guest TeamLoloJones]

They wouldn't. When was the last time BB actually traded a first round pick? 

When was the last time a talent like Larry Fitzgerald was on the trading block?

[Dustin]

When was the last time a talent like Larry Fitzgerald was on the trading block?

Randy Moss.

[markabrown96]

Cap hit is far too big im afraid. And I wouldnt pay a 2nd for the production he has been putting out thr last coouple seasons.

well he has had some pretty bad quarterbacks that are lucky enough to be back ups right now

[Dustin]

When was the last time a talent like Larry Fitzgerald was on the trading block?

brandon marshall.

[Guest TeamLoloJones]

Randy Moss.

He was traded for a 1st round pick. (The first time)

[Guest TeamLoloJones]

brandon marshall.

His attitude dramatically lowered his value. 

[Dustin]

His attitude dramatically lowered his value.

as does Fitz' contract.

[Gavin]

His attitude dramatically lowered his value. 

But has since had a complete turnaround apparently with that to ever aince his diagnosis

[Guest TeamLoloJones]

But has since had a complete turnaround apparently with that to ever aince his diagnosis

Yes he has.  Kind of proud of him actually. I'm not sure why but I've always been a fan of Marshall's.

[Guest TeamLoloJones]

as does Fitz' contract.

You got that right.

[James Harden]

We probably have to give up like around 3 draft picks to get him.....

[coltsfansince65]

With his age & potential cost.............Don't want.

[Smonroe]

Why do people keep bringing him up? Is he going to play for free? We'll have trouble re-signing our own guys in the next few years.

This isn't Madden last I checked.

[Andy]

Why does everyone want every receiver whose name pops up on the trade market?

[tenbears1971]

If they truly want to change the identity of this team to a ground and pound team with play action passing - No to L Fitz. They MUST rebuild the interior of our O Line before any more "Glamour" money is spent.

[Dark Superman]

I knew this post was coming..

[Bluefire4]

I think he's owed 18 million dollars next year and I don't think he will restructure it.

[Smonroe]

I think he's owed 18 million dollars next year and I don't think he will restructure it.

You mean he won't take a million a year for about 30 years?

Well, I guess this thread wasn't too well thought out then?

[bap1331]

Per ESPN and Adam Schefter the Cardinals are open to trading Larry Fitzgerald AFTER the season. This team is not going to compete for a playoff spot this year so what do you think it would take to obtain him THIS season?

 

Keep in mind that Larry is 30 and has had a myriad of minor injuries of late. Also, he has an albatross of a cap number for 2014 that, in combination with his age, will keep his trade value lower. The Colts will have some cap room again next summer, so we should be able to absorb some of that. Larry may be willing to re-work his deal to play for a contender.

 

I have been of the mind the Colts should just stick with what they have, but a guy like Larry can really boost the offense. He should have a solid 5 to 6 more years of productivity ahead of him.

 

If the price is right, say a 2nd next year and a 2nd in 2015, I would have to consider that trade.

 

well, might as well trade him now. Hes not gonna be very motivated for playing with the Cardinals now that they know they are willing to trade him.

 

Dumb move on the Cardinals announcing this...

[Maniq]

Dumb move on the Cardinals announcing this...

Agreed.

[Smonroe]

well, might as well trade him now. Hes not gonna be very motivated for playing with the Cardinals now that they know they are willing to trade him.

 

Dumb move on the Cardinals announcing this...

I don't think the Cardinals announced anything.

[jbaron04]

Bring in Larry all in colts ,

[Coltivated]

Get err done

[BPM_Colt]

Really like him, but in no way does this happen

[Superman]

Pretty sure if/when Fitzgerald is traded, he'll redo his contract.

[CS Colts Fan]

stay away...... too old ..............

[Smonroe]

Pretty sure if/when Fitzgerald is traded, he'll redo his contract.

It's possible the Cards may release him next season. But he's not going to play for anything we can afford.

From Fox Sports:

"a trade would become more likely but would also become more challenging due to the contract extension Fitzgerald signed a little over a year ago. When that deal kicks in after the season, Fitzgerald's salary for 2014 will go up to $12.75 million, and his cap hit will be a whopping $18 million. In addition, Fitzgerald has an $8 million roster bonus due before the 2015 season, so any team acquiring him would be making a huge financial commitment to a player who is most likely near the end of his prime."

[ruf]

I think he's owed 18 million dollars next year and I don't think he will restructure it.

no way!! we can get Roy Hall for 10 million

[GoColts8818]

I don't think the Cardinals announced anything.

Agreed NFL Insiders are speculating.