The Facts: Former coach Ken Whisenhunt liked the idea of breaking up duties for the backs -- adding in LaRod Stephens-Howling as well -- new HC Bruce Arians has a different philosophy. "Backs by committee, one of them gets hurt you’ve lost half your committee or a third of your committee,” Arians said. “I like guys who can play every down.”

Diehards Line:There has been speculation about the Cards looking at Saints’ restricted free agent Chris Ivory or maybe Steelers UFA Rashard Mendenhall, who played for Arians in Pittsburgh. Oft-injured Ryan Williams looks like a lock to at least have an opportunity to play this season, but the future of Beanie Wells remains a bit murky as he heads into the last year of his contract. ... Stay tuned. Any moves made -- or lack thereof -- in free agency will speak volumes about their plans for Wells.