Carson Palmer

Carson Palmer wants to play for Cardinals in 2017

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Carson Palmer said, "I expect to play in 2017."

What It Means:

Palmer's statement echoes general manager Steve Keim, who said earlier this week he "would be surprised" if Palmer retired after the season. Palmer has had an up-and-down season, but the Cardinals do not have an heir apparent in the pipeline. Finding that quarterback should be one of their top priorities this offseason.

After a top-five season in 2015, Palmer ranks 24th in Passing Net Expected Points per drop back, among the 38 quarterbacks with at least 100 drop backs in 2016, entering Week 15.