Kent Somers from AZCentral sports reports that the Arizona Cardinals are exploring the possibility of trading for 49ers quarterback Alex Smith.

Somers writes:

It’s unknown how serious the Cardinals are about trading for a quarterback for the second time in less than two years. But they are intrigued by Smith’s experience, intelligence and talents, according to the source. They believe much of his struggles early in his career can be attributed to changes in coaches and offensive systems. 

If the Cardinals are considering Smith as their new QB and get burned like the did with Kevin Kolb, the entire Front Office should be looking for new jobs. While the source attributes Smith’s early career struggles to coaching and offensive scheme changes, Bruce Arians did a great job with Andrew Luck so I’m sure they are betting that Arians can do the same for Smith.

But trading a QB inter-conference isn’t too smart unless you know exactly what that QB can do (think Donovan McNabb to Washington). We’ll keep you updated on this trade rumor

Ever since Colin Kaepernick got the nod to be the starter at QB and played beyond expectations, Alex Smith knew his days were numbered. CBSSports.com reports that the 49ers are expected to try and trade Smith this offseason, given the $8.5 million he’s owed in 2013. Don’t really know who’s gonna take that offer from a QB that basically was a bust until Jim Harbaugh took over. The other option is one Smith is hoping for is the  outright release from the 49ers. This isn’t the best option team wise just to let go of a player the organization has spent a lot of money on but with the money Smith is owed, I’m not sure how many other teams are willing to take that risk.

Looks like its going to be a wild off season.