Warner won't be same QB at 38
The Cardinals signal-caller hits the age when even the best fade away
With the regular season less than a month away, the Football Outsiders use their unique brand of analysis to break down each of the league's 32 teams. The series moves to the NFC West with this preview of the Arizona Cardinals.
Season Preview -- Arizona Cardinals
A veteran linebacker will see more time on the field in a new defensive scheme, while the team's elder-statesman quarterback projects to have a huge drop-off this season.
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