has been a notable absence at ' mandatory minicamp. Without going into further detail, Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury said Hudson's absence is unexcused.A three-time Pro Bowl center, Hudson is entering his second season with the Cardinals. The 32-year-old spent his first six NFL seasons in Kansas City and the following four seasons with the . Huds

is set up to become one of the top free agents available in a month, coming after a career season in which he won Comeback Player of the Year honors. Smith and the have been in communication since he can re-sign with them before the new league year starts on March 15, even if the Pro Bowl quarterback's stock has never been higher. Phil Rizzuto Jers