Cardinals officials acknowledge they are listening to trade offers for Anquan Boldin but said their preference is to re-sign the Pro Bowl receiver.
But that the Cardinals are taking calls about Boldin signals a shift in the team’s stance. For the past year, team officials have been adamant about not trading Boldin, although they left open the possibility that things could change.
“A few” teams have called about Boldin, said Arizona coach Ken Whisenhunt.
“I think it would be foolish from our standpoint not to listen to those opportunities and see what actually exists,” Whisenhunt said. “Our position on Anquan has been consistent and our goal hasn’t changed.
“Reaching an agreement on a new contract has been, and continues to be, the preferred result,” the coach said. “There are other options. Those do include fielding offers about trade.”