Pull the Trigger Mikey!

The news out of Arizona is the Cardinals only want a third-round pick for outstanding wide receiver Anquan Boldin.

Do it. Do it. Get this guy to Cincinnati immediately. So what if he's battled injuries for the past two seasons, so what if he's turning thirty, he's still a thousand times better than any options the Bengals have in their system right now and unlike a draft pick, Boldin is a proven receiver in this league.

The Bengals have had more compensatory draft picks than anyone in the league for the past two years so they can afford to let one third-rounder go. Also consider the fact they'll likely pick up a third-round pick for losing TJ and perhaps a late pick for losing Stacy Andrews. This is a low-risk high-reward situation that makes as much and more sense than any Mike Brown has deployed.

Boldin will likely want an extension, and deservedly so, but axing Laveranues Coles should make enough room for that to be a non-issue. There will not be an easier opportunity to upgrade the Bengals pathetic receiving group again. If the Cardinals wanted a second-rounder for him I would still say pull the trigger.

In five out of his seven seasons Boldin has had over 1,000 yards receiving and had more than 80 receptions. He's a big, physical guy who punishes defensive backs and fights for yardage after the catch. There is no other option through the draft, restricted free agency or free agency that has a lower asking price. No excuses.

81 should be in stripes.