San Francisco 49ers quarterback Alex Smith (11) scrambles away from Houston Texans outside linebacker Connor Barwin in the second quarter of an NFL preseason game Saturday, Aug. 18, 2012, in Houston.
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Our take: The future of 49ers backup quarterback Alex Smith is one of the hottest topics around the NFL right now, even at this weekend's scouting combine. Just days ago, reports surfaced that the Chiefs, who own the No. 1 pick in this year's NFL Draft, were interested in trading with San Francisco for Smith. Now, with general managers and coaches descending on Indianapolis for the combine, it appears an NFC West rival of the 49ers, the Arizona Cardinals, is also interested in bringing in the former Utah star to compete for its starting quarterback spot.
San Francisco 49ers general manager Trent Baalke acknowledged Thursday that Alex Smith will likely be shopped this offseason.
The Arizona Cardinals are emerging as one team interested in acquiring the 49ers' backup quarterback.
According to the Arizona Republic, there are decision-makers within the organization who are high on Smith. While Smith could "make a beeline to Arizona" if released, beat writer Kent Somers doubts the Cardinals will actively pursue a trade. Perhaps the Kevin Kolb debacle left a bad taste in the organization's mouth.
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Given a choice between Kansas City and Arizona, Alex should pick Arizona - nicer weather and a nicer place to retire.
"The future of 49ers backup quarterback Alex Smith is one of the hottest topics around the NFL right now"
... somewhere Ducky just choked!
I hope he lands in Arizona and does what Max Hall could not do in Arizona... win
If Alex lands in Arizona, he will be the class of the town! Maxine could learn a thing or two or a thousand about "class" from Alex!