One of the league’s worst kept secrets last year was the play of Kevin Kolb. After the Cardinals acquired him Philadelphia, and shelled out $21 million in guarantees as the hopeful franchise quarterback, Kolb fell way short of living up to to expectations.
Though he appeared in just nine games, his numbers were the definition of pedestrian: 146-of-253 (57.7%) for 1,955 yards, nine touchdowns, eight interceptions, and three lost fumbles. Most importantly, he led the team to just two victories.
Cards fans don’t forget. And, apparently, they don’t forgive, either.
According to beat writer Darren Urban, Kolb was booed during Wednesday night’s minicamp practice, also known as “Fan Fest 2012.”
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Yes, unfortunately. RT @_Fresh90s: @Cardschatter was Kolb really booed? #INeedAnswers
— Darren Urban (@Cardschatter) June 14, 2012
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