Could Larry Fitzgerald Be on the Move at the NFL Trade Deadline?
- Larry Fitzgerald is in his 15th NFL season, all with the Arizona Cardinals
- Fitzgerald is the subject of trade rumors as a respected veteran on a struggling team
- Sportsbooks have released odds on whether Fitzgerald will be traded before the NFL Trade Deadline on October 30th
Could Larry Fitzgerald be on the move?
Stuck in a tie at the bottom of the NFC West, the Arizona Cardinals are 1-6. Despite employing both Fitzgerald David Johnson, the Cards’ offense has generated the second-fewest points in the NFL.
With rookie quarterback Josh Rosen under center, and Byron Leftwich taking over as offensive coordinator, it’s time for change in the desert. Does that mean the face of the franchise could be on his way out?
Odds Larry Fitzgerald Will Be Moved at the NFL Trade Deadline
| Where Will Larry Fitzgerald Be on October 31st? | Odds |
|---|---|
| Arizona Cardinals | +400 |
| New England Patriots | +700 |
| Dallas Cowboys | +700 |
| Miami Dolphins | +900 |
| Any other team | -300 |
Rumors about Patrick Peterson’s exodus have come and gone over the past week. The talented cornerback put those to rest over the past couple of days, taking an intriguing commodity off of the market.
My statement. pic.twitter.com/FG8R7Fa0YA
— Patrick Peterson /P2 (@P2) October 24, 2018
But now the attention turns to Fitzgerald.
The lifelong Cardinal is once again at the center of trade rumors. This isn’t new for a player and a franchise that has just two playoff appearances since 2010.
There is one intriguing twist, though. And that’s the fact that the team most-often linked to him in those rumors, likely doesn’t need him anymore.
Patriots Among Leaders to Land Fitzgerald
There has been an on-again, off-again romance between the Bill Belichick, the New England Patriots, and Larry Fitzgerald for years.
But despite the Pats having the best odds of any non-Cardinals team to land Fitz, it ain’t happening.
"He deserves better than this." Some #NFL pundits would like to see the #AZCardinals trade Larry Fitzgerald to the #Patriots. https://t.co/jeckzx3Wv7
— Jeremy Cluff (@Jeremy_Cluff) October 24, 2018
Josh Gordon and his impressive grasp of New England’s offense has seen to that.
It’s too bad, because no one deserves another shot in the playoffs more than Fitzgerald.
So if the Hoodie doesn’t come calling, where will Fitzgerald land?
Don’t Expect Larry Fitzgerald to be Move Before the Trade Deadline
If Larry Fitzgerald wants to play the field, then he’s earned that right. But I don’t see his future team on that list.
Fitzgerald isn’t a two-year option at this point. Teams like the Cowboys (+700) and Dolphins (+900) don’t make sense. The other thing about Fitzgerald, is that he also understands the history of the game.
The Cardinals…as an act of decency…should trade Larry Fitzgerald to any contender.
— Paul Pabst (@PaulPabst) October 19, 2018
That’s why the Green Bay Packers, his history with the Minnesota Vikings, or the New Orleans Saints make the most sense.
But It seems like each and every season, Fitzgerald has had to reaffirm his desire to stay with the Cardinals.
It’s tough to see that changing now. Bank on number 11 sticking it out in the desert.
Bryan has spent the last decade working in the sports industry. From the sidelines in the OHL and Rugby League to behind the scenes at TSN, Bryan has a wealth of experience with a soft spot for props and parlays.
