Adam Wainwright is entering the final year of his contract with the Cardinals.

Both sides have expressed interest in discussing an extension this offseason.

"In brief talks with (Cardinals executives) they feel real good about me coming back for a long time, and I want to make that happen," Wainwright said.

"I don't see any reason why we shouldn't make that happen. ... It's not like I have one foot out the door (to free agency). If I'm being honest, they have to show they respect what I've done and what I will do. And they have. They have. So I don't think it will be a problem."