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Adrian Wilson was a gatekeeper for the Arizona Cardinals, a man revered among his peers. He was a physical specimen, one of a kind, who played the game with a chip on his shoulder, desperately trying to win the respect of players, fans and coaches across the league.

This man's career will be defined by his willingness and aptitude of playing in the box while still making plays in the secondary. His 5 Pro Bowls stand as testament to how productive he was as a player. He was a vicious tackler, and his 25.5 sacks and 27 interceptions make him one of six people in the history of the league to have 25 sacks and 25 interceptions. One of six human beings…

The Cardinals are saying goodbye to an era. Kurt Warner is gone, Anquan Boldin is gone, Ken Whisenhunt is gone and now Adrian Wilson is gone. The stuff of Super Bowls has become a motivating memory and a point of pride within the organization, but they recognize they're a long way from Super Bowl XLIII.

This was a move the Cardinals had to make, unfortunately. Steve Keim is putting his stamp on this team and has already saved over $10 million on the salary cap. The team needs to be rebuilt around its youth, a core group is being reestablished, and all good things must come to an end.

Adrian wasn't surprised by this and he won't be surprised when the Cardinals lift his 24 jersey into the rafters above the Red Sea at University of Phoenix Stadium.

Well done, Gasman…well done, indeed.

Ron Wolfley, Co-host of Doug & Wolf

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    Steve B. wrote...
    One of the Best
    A sad day for Cardinal fans as the news of the inevidible came down. So long A Dub. Thank you for for your effort, your class, and most of all, your heart.
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    theuglytruth wrote...
    Wilson
    deserves a spot in AZ Cardinals History! Sad to see him go, but hope he lands with a contender and get that ring! Keim will completely overhaul the roster, and you wonder how long Dockett will be around before Keim deals him for picks.
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    tyvel wrote...
    Adub
    I'm just glad this was an article and not Wolfley commentary. #24 had some great years. True captain for a long time on a sinking ship. He was a great player but c'mon he was a huge liability back there. The last few years he'd get lucky with an arm tackle or completey whiff on a guy way too often. How many times have we seen him turn and run after the ball has already flown over him? At this point and time the Cards will miss his presence and leadership more than his game.
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    theuglytruth wrote...
    Keim is no Ozzie
    ...that's pretty clear.
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    bluehonda27 wrote...
    We'll miss you A-Dub
    It was a pleasure watching you all these years. You more than deserve to have your numbers hanging in the rafter. So long, and best of luck to you.
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    millerk wrote...
    Kurt Warner
    See what cool things Kurt Warner has been up to lately. He may be 'gone' but he hasn't lost his touch! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lf2thdQogTo&feature=youtu.be
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