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Matt Ware's Training Camp Diary

2010-07-30T22:37:00.008-07:00

August 28th

We are at the end of a long road trip and we are looking to really put it all together tonight as we take on the Bears. The trip to Tennessee was a definite learning experience that should be able to
help for the season. All of us players have really challenged each other to be accountable to one another today and to give a great effort before we head back to Phoenix. So expect to see some great
battles out there as guys are fighting to win and fighting for jobs. I am about to go into chapel and get some good word from brotha
Anthony Edwards...so I will talk to you all later.
Go Cards!

Matt Ware

August 19th

Good morning! Well the time is ticking down here in Flagstaff. We had our final night scrimmage last night, that went pretty well. You can definitely see the progress that is being made day to day on both sides of the ball. After practice some of us veteran Db's hung out, ate pizza and told stories that had us all of our stomachs
hurting...real good laughs!!! Some of these dudes are hilarious!
Every group of Db's that I have played with has been close knit but this might be the best so far in my career. These are the times and memories, as a player, that you have to cherish cause it won't ever happen like this again after ball is over.
Anyways we are gearing up for Tennessee on Monday night and it will be a fun one I'm sure. Always fun to see how you stack up against the best and C. Johnson aka Dash/ lightning over there in blue is certainly the best.
Don't forget to tune in..Go Cards!!!!!.ttyl

M Weezy
Matt Ware

UPDATE: Matt Ware welcomed a new daughter to the world early Friday morning. Rylee Nicole Ware weighed in at 5.8 pounds. It's the couple's second daughter.

August 11th

Yo what's up everybody!!! I know it is a tad late but thanks to all the fans who braved the weather and supported us this weekend. I can promise you that it would not have been as fun if you weren't there getting us hyped up. We are two days into game week prep and we are all itching to play someone other than ourselves at this point. Oh btw I have daughter number two on the way in the next couple of days,
so I would ask for all your thoughts and prayers that all goes well.
Exciting times for the Ware fam!
Go Cards!!!

M Weezy

Matt Ware

Double Days Are Here-August 2nd

Well today was our first day of two a days and if you weren't in attendance, I'll tell you first hand that it extremely entertaining!!! The execution of plays and competition was at a high level in both practices but, the intensity of the afternoon practice in full pads seemed to go from 0 to 100 in point 5 seconds. A player
can usually tell this by the number of scuffles that break out in a 30 a minute period. Not that it is all that different from other years
but it just gives a simple reminder that things are starting to get real!!! The cool things about the scuffles though are that ,one you know guys are getting after it because they want to win on both sides of the ball and two 2 when it is all said in done we are all boys and
teammates as soon as the horn blows. Just like if you were to get in a rumble with your brother, when it is done you still love him and have his back and in vice versa. Just life in an Nfl training camp.
Now I have to go Skype with my pregnant wife and my soon to be two year old, before I lay it down and start over again in the morning.

Hope yall had a great day!
M Weezy

Matt Ware

First Day of Camp-July 30th

Hey what's up Red Bird fans!!! Today I said good-bye to the wife, kid, and family and headed up to Flagstaff. It's the official start of training camp for us and I am real exicted!!! There is something real electric about the unknown and turning that unknown into a product you can be proud of. That's why I play the game. It is always fun to get back and see your boys after a break away from ball. So that's what I'll be doing with my friends, teammates, and coaches for the next couple of weeks. But until then, I will be dreaming about our 300 yard shuttle conditioning test that happens tomorrow. LOL...see yall tomorrow.

M. Ware aka M Weezy

18 GAME NFL SEASON? Good or Bad?

2010-07-28T13:48:00.002-07:00

There's a proposal out there to expand the NFL Regular Season from 16 to 18 games? A majority of players don't like it.

What do you think Cardinal fans? Good move or bad idea?

What's Your Cardinals Prediction?.. 12-4?..9-7?...5-11?

2010-07-28T13:34:00.002-07:00

Here you go Cards fans...give us your predictions! We'll brag about you after the season if you're dead on.

Week 1 at St. Louis

Week 2 at Atlanta

Week 3 vs. Oakland

Week 4 at San Diego

Week 5 vs. New Orleans

Week 6 Bye

Week 7 at Seattle

Week 8 vs. Tampa Bay

Week 9 at Minnesota

Week 10 vs. Seattle

Week 11 at Kansas City

Week 12 vs. San Francisco

Week 13 vs. St. Louis

Week 14 vs. Denver

Week 15 at Carolina

Week 16 vs. Dallas

Week 17 at San Francisco

Cards Will Win Super Bowl 45

2010-07-22T15:36:00.005-07:00

The Arizona Cardinals will win Super Bowl 45.....if.... the old school Ken Whisenhunt comes out. Prepare to meet the new Cardinals. Gone are Kurt Warner, Anquan Boldin, Karlos Dansby and a host of other recognizable players, but they're in better shape than they've ever been because of their head coach. Whisenhunt took the Steelers to the Super Bowl back in 06 when he was a run first, pound the rock coach, and used play action passes to beat the defense. Welcome to the 2010 Cardinals and welcome back coach Whiz. He had to change his style to fit a high flying Kurt Warner led offense, and how could you not with the hall of fame QB leading the way? But now he gets to tailor his offense back to Matt Leinart's strengths...strong running game and play action passing...the same formula that made him the best player in college football. Look for the Cards to pound Tim Hightower and Beanie Wells, suck in the D, then let fly on play action passes with Larry Fitzgerald, Steve Breaston, and Early Doucett.
The additions of Joey Porter and Kerry Rhodes makes the Cardinals D much more physical and intimidating. Plus they won't have to be on the field every two minutes because the offense is marching up and down the field and scoring in bunches. You'll see plenty of 17-10 and 21-17 wins this season. They won't have to keep pace with the high flying Saints and Vikings because they'll control the game with better clock management and a hard hitting defense. Look out for the 2010 Cardinals.
Of course one or two injuries changes everything..or I'm 100-percent off-base and Derek Anderson leads the high flying Cardinals to the highest offensive output in NFL history. But who cares about predictions...let's just be pumped for football season!

Long Hot Summer

2010-06-02T17:19:00.002-07:00

The boys of summer are at an all-time worst in the valley. As of June 2nd, the D-Backs have lost 10 straight and just finished their first ever 0-9 roadtrip. This team has some talent, so why can't they win?

If you were in the front office, what's your next move?

Cardinal QBs?...your thoughts...

2010-05-27T17:05:00.002-07:00

Kurt is gone...it's now Leinart's turn once again. Can he do the job or will we see Derek Anderson or maybe even a guy like John Skelton take over the show? What about local product Max Hall?

Who is the best fit for the future of the Cardinals?

Suns Bench Nickname

2010-05-11T14:50:00.002-07:00

Help us nickname the Suns bench...teams with great chemistry deserve a good nickname...Steel Curtain, Desert Swarm, Run TMC...

We talked with Jared Dudley at practice Monday on possible nicknames. I like incorporating the Suns ability to shoot the three (make it rain)--Hence---PURPLE RAIN.

The JMZ Street Band?
Raiders of the ARC?

Weigh in...what do you think?

Should Eric Keep The Beard?

2010-05-03T15:02:00.003-07:00

Proving the folks in the KPHO Sports Department wrong, Eric can indeed grow facial hair.

Should it stay or go?

What Should The Cardinals Do?

2010-03-04T14:34:00.001-07:00

What should the Cards do this off-season? If you were GM Rod Graves, what would you do to make the team better?

Who Will Win The WM Phoenix Open?

2010-02-23T17:25:00.002-07:00

Get your guesses in now...
Who will win the Waste Management Phoenix Open?

Here's a little help...
- Multiple Champs in the field (Phil Mickelson, JB Holmes, Mark Calcavecchia)
- Who's playing well? (Ian Poulter, Steve Stricker, Dustin Johnson)
- Fan Favorites (Phil Mickelson, Tom Lehman, Kenny Perry)

My Guess? Rickie Fowler

Choose Wisely...

What Did You Think Of Tiger's Apology?

2010-02-20T14:45:00.002-07:00

Was it sincere? Was it to "robotic?" How do you feel about him now?

Amare Stays; Where Will Suns Finish?

2010-02-19T14:03:00.003-07:00

Now that the trade deadline has passed and the Suns roster remains unchanged, how far will this team go this season? Playoffs? If so, what seed?

What Should The Suns Do With Amare Stoudemire?

2010-02-11T17:34:00.002-07:00

The trade deadline is February 18th. Should the Suns trade Amare?

Second Half Suns

2010-02-11T17:20:00.001-07:00

How will the Suns fare in the second half of the season? Will they be a playoff team this year?

Super Bowl Microscope: Which Team's "D" Will Step Up On Sunday?

2010-02-04T16:34:00.004-07:00

We all know the Colts and Saints have high powered offenses, so which defense will rise to the challenge and why? Who wants it more?

Should Kurt Warner Enter The Hall Of Fame As A Ram Or A Cardinal?

2010-01-29T14:10:00.002-07:00

Kurt Warner has built up quite the resume for the hall of fame. According to the Hall of Fame's induction process; players do not go into the hall as a member of a certain team. Each player's team gets listed equally. But let's play the way baseball does. If he gets in, does he go in as a St. Louis Ram or an Arizona Cardinal?

Do you think Kurt Warner has played his last game?

2010-01-16T17:59:00.003-07:00

With the Cardinals' loss to the Saints today, do you think quarterback Kurt Warner has played his last game? Vote in our poll, and be sure to leave us your comments below.

Where Does This One Rank?

2010-01-10T22:58:00.003-07:00

- The most points, touchdowns, and 1st downs in NFL playoff history.
- A near perfect performance by Kurt Warner.
- Last game in front of the home crowd this season.

Where Does This 51-45 OT victory over the Packers rank in NFL playoff history?

Did The Cardinals Leave Starters In Too Long?

2010-01-03T18:01:00.003-07:00

Before kick off the Cardinals knew they would have a 1st round playoff rematch with Packers next week. With little to gain, did the Cardinals leave starters in too long?

- DRC suffered a knee bruise on the 3rd play of the game.
- Anquan tweaked his left ankle & knee in the 3rd qtr.
- Fitz caught a TD in the 4th qtr

Vote For Nash Video

2009-12-30T14:09:00.002-07:00

As if his play didn't speak for itself, Steve Nash is telling fans why he deserves their All-Star vote.

What Do We Call The Decade?

2009-12-23T14:35:00.000-07:00

Sports Fans..what in the world do we call this decade? Sports teams love to be classified as the team of the decade...The Packers were the team of the 60s, the Steelers of the 70s, 49ers of the 80s....what do we call this decade?!

Are the Patriots, Colts, or Steelers the team of the Zero's? The team of the oh-ohs? Let's come up with a winner!

How Far Will The Cards Go In The Playoffs?

2009-12-20T18:51:00.002-07:00

Now that the Cardinals have locked up another NFC West Championship, can they defend their NFC Championship and get back to the SuperBowl?

Cards Predictor

2009-12-18T16:58:00.002-07:00

Give us your score for the Lions game:

Cards 24 Lions 10

Should The Cardinals Play Larry Fitzgerald?

2009-12-18T16:55:00.002-07:00

Should the Cardinals really play a banged up Larry Fitzgerald against the 2 and 11 Lions? He says his sprained knee is fine, but why risk it? The 49ers will probably lose in Philly and the Cards could beat the Lions with Larry's dad playing in his place.

ASU Accused of Violating Rules

2009-12-17T14:01:00.002-07:00

What do you think of ASU and the alleged NCAA violations? Can the athletic department get back in a positive light?

Check out the full story.

Is your confidence in the Cardinals shaken?

2009-12-15T13:52:00.003-07:00

Which Cardinals team can we expect to see moving forward?
One week it's a dismantling of NFC North front-runner, Minnesota. The following week an embarrassing 7 turnover meltdown in San Francisco. Is this team banking on a hot streak like they had last year to get them to the Super Bowl this year?

Should McGrady Start All-Star Game?

2009-12-11T15:24:00.003-07:00

Tracy McGrady is in position to start the NBA All-Star game....he's got the votes yet he hasn't played a single minute this season. Are you cool with that?

Suns and Magic Tonight

2009-12-11T14:36:00.001-07:00

The Suns are 1 and 4 in their last 5 games. How will they respond against the defending Eastern Conference Champs?

Stoudemire's All-Star Campaign

2009-12-11T14:31:00.002-07:00

Check out Amare and David Spade..

Will Cards Blowout the 49ers on Monday or will we see a close game?

2009-12-11T14:22:00.003-07:00

The Cards are 3 and half point favorites on Monday night.....with the way they've been playing they should beat the 49ers by at least 10 points....even though its a rival game on the road.