In addition to LB Daryl Washington, the Cardinals plan to approach RB/KR LaRod Stephens-Howling about a long-term extension.

Stephens-Howling is working on a one-year contract after Arizona tendered him at the second-round level in restricted free agency. LSH has been one of the game's most explosive kickoff returners over the past three years, and his 11.0 average on 39 career receptions is evidence of playmaking ability out of the backfield.

Cardinals re-signed restricted free agent RB/KR La'Rod Stephens-Howling to a one-year, $1.927 million contract.

Stephens-Howling was all but assured of remaining in Arizona after being tendered at the second-round level. Provided 2011 second-round pick Ryan Williams (patellar tendon surgery) is ready to roll, Stephens-Howling will be in for another season of limited offensive snaps.

Cardinals extended restricted free agent tenders to RB/KR La'Rod Stephens-Howling, CB Greg Toler, and S Rashad Johnson.

Stephens-Howling received the second-round tender, which would net him $1.927 million if the current projections hold. Johnson, a former third-round pick, and Toler, a former fourth-rounder, were both assigned "original pick" tenders worth $1.26 million. Expect all three players to return to Arizona.

Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official website expects restricted free agents LaRod Stephens-Howling and Greg Toler to receive second-round tenders this offseason.

Urban is speculating here and not reporting. Under the new CBA, the Cardinals would have to commit $1.9 million in order to secure the right to match any offer given to Stephens-Howling (originally a seventh-rounder) and Toler (a fourth-rounder). Neither player is expected to have a major role in 2012.

LaRod Stephens-Howling took an overtime screen pass 52 yards to the end zone to beat the Cowboys Sunday.

Stephens-Howling had just two touches in regulation, but won the game for Arizona. After catching the lob from Kevin Kolb, he weaved his way through the Cowboys' defense like the return man he is. LSH will remain a mere specialist for the Cards going forward. His season-high in touches from scrimmage is five.

Cardinals RB La'Rod Stephens-Howling caught two passes for 76 yards and a touchdown in the team's Week 7 loss to Pittsburgh.

Stephens-Howling saw increased playing time with Beanie Wells nursing a knee sprain, but didn't get any carries. Alfonso Smith is the Cardinals' No. 2 running back. Stephens-Howling is a poor man's Darren Sproles, playing strictly on passing downs as well as returning all kickoffs.

LaRod Stephens-Howling (hand, biceps) turned in a full practice Thursday.

Stephens-Howling will be active against the Giants this weekend. Depending on the health of Beanie Wells, LSH could be worth at least considering at the flex spot in deeper PPR leagues. Your expectations for his performance should be low, however.

LaRod Stephens-Howling (hand, biceps) is tentatively expected to return for Sunday's game against the Giants.

With Chester Taylor predictably inept, Stephens-Howling could conceivably return to the backup role. We know that "Hyphen" is likely to used as the third-down back. However, Beanie Wells owners shouldn't see Stephens-Howling as a real handcuff. He's 5'7/185 and would not be asked to carry a real load if Beanie's hamstring acts up again.

LaRod Stephens-Howling (hand, biceps) did not participate in Cardinals practice on Wednesday.

Stephens-Howling suffered both injuries in Sunday's win over the Panthers. Chester Taylor should be ready to back up Beanie Wells this weekend, so the Cardinals have no reason to hurry back their under-sized third-down back.

LaRod Stephens-Howling is dealing with a biceps injury in addition to his right hand contusion.

He'll be re-evaluated this morning. Before leaving Sunday's game in the fourth quarter Stephens-Howling was being used sparingly, carrying the ball just three times while being targeted by quarterback Kevin Kolb only once.

LaRod Stephens-Howling left Sunday's game against the Panthers with a right hand contusion.

LaRod Stephens-Howling is expected to remain the Cardinals' kickoff returner this season.

Stephens-Howling was among the most productive kickoff returners in the game last season, averaging 27.2 yards per return and scoring two touchdowns. However, "Hyphen" does not project to have a real role on offense.

Cardinals declared RB LaRod Stephens-Howling, LB Joey Porter, TE Ben Patrick, LB Gerald Hayes, C Ben Claxton, CB A.J. Jefferson, CB Marshay Green, and QB Derek Anderson inactive for Week 17 against the 49ers.

Stephens-Howling, the NFL's leader in kickoff return yards, will be replaced by Andre Roberts. O'Brien Schofield will start in place of Porter for a second straight game.

Cardinals declared RB LaRod Stephens-Howling (hamstring) and LB Joey Porter (triceps) inactive for Week 16 against the Cowboys on Christmas.

Andre Roberts will take over for Stephens-Howling on returns, and rookie O'Brien Schofield will replace Porter at ROLB.

Cardinals KR/PR LaRon Stephens-Howling is listed as doubtful for Week 16 with a hamstring injury.

Coach Ken Whisenhunt left the door open for Hyphen to return kicks on Saturday night, but in all likelihood he'll be listed as inactive for the game.

Cardinals RB/KR LaRod Stephens-Howling (hamstring) could have to sit out in Week 16.

Stephens-Howling aggravated a hamstring injury Sunday that previously cost him a couple games. The injury wasn't suspected of being a being deal initially, but it's worse than originally thought. Steve Breaston or Andre Roberts would handle returns if "Hyphen" can't go.

Cardinals RB/KR LaRod Stephens-Howling's hamstring injury doesn't appear to be serious.

"Hyphen" aggravated a previous hamstring injury, but evidently not too badly. He's not involved much on offense but has been one of the league's best kick returners this season.

Cardinals RB/KR LaRod Stephens-Howling suffered a hamstring in the first half of Sunday's loss and did not return.

The extent is unknown. Stephens-Howling, commonly known as "Hyphen," leads the league in kickoff return yardage. He's averaging 27.2 yards per run back.

Cardinals coach Ken Whisenhunt expects KR/RB LaRod Stephens-Howling (hamstring) to return in Week 12.

Hyphen was nearly ready to play in Week 11, but the Cardinals elected to give him another week. With Beanie Wells back healthy, Stephens-Howling's won't be involved much in the running game, but he'll regain his kick return duties.

Cardinals KR/RB LaRod Stephens-Howling (questionable, hamstring) missed a third straight practice Friday.

Ken Whisenhunt indicated that Hyphen may only be available to return kicks against the Chiefs, leaving the entirety of the backfield to Beanie Wells and Tim Hightower. Stephens-Howling won't be a fantasy option this week.