Matt Leinart, QB, Arizona Cardinals

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Cardinals | Leinart showing more maturity
Mon, 25 May 2009 19:54:39 -0700

Dan Bickley, of The Arizona Republic, reports Arizona Cardinals QB Matt Leinart is showing more maturity this offseason. Head coach Ken Whisenhunt said, "I have to give credit to Matt, because it appears to me, from what I've seen on the practice field, that he's grown up." Leinart's coaches say he is much stronger, has improved his footwork and is showing better command of the offense during practices.

Cardinals | Leinart won't ask for trade
Sun, 08 Mar 2009 05:06:22 -0700

Kent Somers, of The Arizona Republic, reports Arizona Cardinals backup QB Matt Leinart said he does not plan to ask for a trade. While he is not content being a backup, he is not looking to be dealt.

Cardinals | St. Pierre to compete for No. 2 job
Wed, 04 Mar 2009 03:39:06 -0800

Bill Kipouras, of The Salem News, reports Arizona Cardinals QB Brian St. Pierre is expected to compete with QB Matt Leinart for the backup quarterback spot after he re-signed with the team. "I got a raise and (Whisenhunt) said he'd let me compete with Matt Leinart for the No. 2 job," St. Pierre said. "I trust the coach. I've enjoyed him, and my wife Joceyln and I both love Arizona. It's he best decision we could have made."

Cardinals | Leinart decent in relief in Week 16
Sun, 21 Dec 2008 10:58:55 -0800

The Associated Press reports Arizona Cardinals QB Matt Leinart went 6-for-14 for 138 yards, one touchdown and one interception in the team's Week 16 game. He replaced QB Kurt Warner in the third quarter of the game.

Cardinals | Leinart replaces Warner
Sun, 21 Dec 2008 09:27:53 -0800

Michael Fabiano, of NFL.com, reports Arizona Cardinals QB Matt Leinart has replaced QB Kurt Warner in the team's Week 16 game.

Cardinals | Leinart disappointed, but supports Warner
Mon, 01 Sep 2008 13:40:00 -0700

Darren Urban, of AZCardinals.com, reports Arizona Cardinals QB Matt Leinart said he is disappointed he did not win the starting quarterback job but is supportive of QB Kurt Warner. Head coach Ken Whisenhunt said Leinart still has a future as the team's starting quarterback.

Cardinals | Leinart steps up in final preseason game
Sat, 30 Aug 2008 02:26:08 -0700

The Associated Press reports Arizona Cardinals QB Matt Leinart threw for 177 yards and a touchdown during the second quarter Friday, Aug. 29. He hit 10 of his 14 passes in the game. It is unknown if he will start the regular season, but Leinart led the team to two touchdowns after taking over for QB Kurt Warner. Head coach Ken Whisenhunt praised both quarterbacks and said choosing the team's starting quarterback will be a tough decision.

Cardinals | Whisenhunt denies naming starting quarterback
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:39:48 -0700

Bob McManaman, of The Arizona Republic, reports Arizona Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt refuted an ESPN.com report that he has named QB Kurt Warner over QB Matt Leinart as the team's starting quarterback. Speaking on KTAR radio Monday, Aug. 25, Whisenhunt said nothing has changed since the team's last preseason game and that he hadn't even looked at tape from the game to make any decision. "I haven't read the paper today or seen the Internet," Whisenhunt said. "Do we have a quarterback?…It seems like Chris Mortensen is making the decision on our quarterback for our football team…But nothing has changed."

Cardinals | Warner set to become starter
Sun, 24 Aug 2008 10:12:01 -0700

Chris Mortensen, of ESPN.com, reports Arizona Cardinals QB Kurt Warner is expected to be named the team's starting quarterback, according to a team source. QB Matt Leinart's poor performance Saturday, Aug. 23, probably sealed the decision. The source said Leinart's performance in training camp has been uneven, and the team has concerns about his arm strength and accuracy.

Cardinals | Leinart's rough game won't impact QB battle
Sun, 24 Aug 2008 02:22:24 -0700

The Associated Press reports Arizona Cardinals head coach Ken Whisenhunt said QB Matt Leinart's shaky game Saturday, Aug. 23, against the Oakland Raiders won't change his lead over QB Kurt Warner for the team's No. 1 quarterback position. "This competition, being pushed by Kurt, has made Matt tougher. It's one of the things you have to be as a quarterback." Leinart tossed three interceptions in less than two quarters of play.

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