The Arizona Cardinals have reportedly signed quarterback Kurt Warner to a two year contract worth $23 million.
Warner led the Cardinals to the Super Bowl last year and publicly stated that he wanted to remain with the team if he decided against retirement. However, Warner also stated that he wanted to be paid like a top tier QB which Arizona appeared unwilling to do.
After becoming a free agent, Warner visited the San Francisco 49ers and reportedly received a more lucrative offer than Arizona’s.
That offer apparently prompted the Cardinals to rework their offer to include a $15 million signing bonus and $4 million guaranteed in each year of the deal for a total guarantee of $19 million.
It’s also being reported that Warner is willing to give up $1 million per year if the Cardinals give disgruntled wide receiver Anquan Boldin the contract extension he’s seeking.