Jul 31st 2008 10:16AM by Ryan Wilson (author feed)
Filed under: AZ Cardinals, NFC West, NFL Fans
It happens all the time, but because we’re talking about Matt Leinart, D-list celebrity and NFL quarterback, it somehow takes on more meaning: during last year’s training camp, the Cardinals’ first under head coach Ken Whisenhunt, Leinart admitted that he had no idea what he was doing. “I know at this point last year, I had no clue,” Leinart acknowledged candidly. “A little bit, but really had no clue what was going on.”This year, I feel like I do. I have a command of the offense.”

Leinart said he’s matured personally with the birth of his son and professionally as a quarterback. Unlike the public perception, he said he’s basically a homebody.

“Believe it or not, I like to be in the house pretty much every night. “It may not seem like it. But that’s pretty much how I am…” Learning a new offense is something rookies, players on new teams, and teams with a new coach face every year. It’s hardly a big deal … but, this is Leinart we’re talking about. You know, Nick Lachey’s BFF.

Thing is, if Leinart’s season gets off to a good start, nobody will give a crap about all the off-field stuff. I mean, Tony Romo spent the summer following Jessica around the country and playing golf, and nobody questions his commitment. And just imagine how much Romo will be able to get away with as soon as the Cowboys win a playoff game.