The Facts: Following up on the ongoing story. ... It's unlikely quarterback Palmer will restructure his contract with the Raiders, despite rampant speculation that the two sides would work out a new deal, a league source told Adam Schefter of ESPN on Monday.
Diehards Line:Palmer is scheduled to make $13 million in base salary this season. If he won't make the deal more salary cap friendly, the team will be forced to decide whether it wants to keep the 33-year-old Palmer at his current salary or release him. He passed for 4,018 yards with 22 touchdowns and 14 interceptions last season for the Raiders. Meanwhile, Arizona Republic staff writer Kent Somers advised his readers that the Cardinals would be interested in Palmer if he becomes available. ... Stay tuned.