Can Edge carry the load again?

Jul/27/08 07:44 PM Filed in: Edgerrin James
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Edgerrin James turns 30 Aug. 1, normally a dangerous age for veteran running backs – especially ones with 2,849 career carries. But James will be the centerpiece for the Cardinals’ running game in 2008, thanks to three key factors: he keeps himself in phenomenal shape; his game isn’t based on speed, so it hasn’t diminished much; and the Cards really didn’t bring in anyone to challenge James. Holdovers Marcel Shipp and J.J. Arrington will battle fifth-round pick Tim Hightower for roster spots while Edge sits atop the depth chart. James is a proud man who believes he is as good as he always has been, and improvement from the offensive line will help.

(azcardinals.com)