ESPN's Chris Mortensen "wouldn't be surprised" to see Todd Heap end up with the Cardinals once he's released. The Ravens may try to bring Heap back as a role player at a significantly reduced salary, but he'll have better options. Heap has been working out with Larry Fitzgerald and starred at Arizona State. Despite his decline, Heap would instantly be the best pass-catching tight end on the Cardinals' roster.

Ravens informed TE Todd Heap of his release. Heap was owed a $4.6 million salary, so the Ravens could still bring him back if he's amenable to a large pay cut. The 31-year-old ranked eighth in fantasy points per game among tight ends last season, also toasting Chiefs rookie safety Eric Berry for 10 catches and 106 yards in the playoffs. Still, Heap has lost several steps over the past couple of years and was set to lose playing time to youngsters Ed Dickson and Dennis Pitta. It remains to be seen if he'll be willing to finish his career in Baltimore as a role player.