Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

Ep. 686 - Too bad Sunday’s game didn’t end at halftime. The Cardinals played decent football in the first half and went into the locker room with a 9-6 lead. Coming out of the locker room, however, things changed. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss what happened, or better said, what didn’t happen. The Cardinals couldn’t take care of the football; they couldn’t stop the run; and, ultimately, they couldn’t win the game, losing 26-9 at the Los Angeles Rams. Hollywood Brown sounded frustrated. Joshua Dobbs shouldered the blame. A lot to get into, and don’t forget, Calvisi hands out his weekly Angry Bird Award, which this week had a surprise winner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Missed opportunities, defensive breakdowns and untimely turnovers spelled doom for the Cardinals on Sunday as they fell 26-9 to the Rams at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles. Dani Sureck, Zach Gershman and Jody Jackson discuss Josh Dobbs' struggles with accuracy, going 0-3 in the red zone and the inability to stop the Rams run game in the second half.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 685 - The Arizona Diamondbacks beat L.A., swept the Dodgers out of the playoffs. Can the Cardinals follow the D-backs lead? Can they beat L.A. and hand the Rams their second straight loss? That’s the goal. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman breakdown the Week 6 matchup between NFC West rivals. Also, they get the L.A. perspective. Stu Jackson, senior staff writer for the Rams, joins the show. The Rams have been a pass first - and often second and third - team so far this season; and now they have Cooper Kupp back on the field. Then there’s Aaron Donald, who has wreaked havoc on the Cardinals ever since he entered the league. It should be a fun one on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kurt Warner arrived in Arizona in 2005 looking to revive his career in search of the same glory he achieved with the St. Louis Rams. The two-time MVP and Super Bowl winning quarterback had to prove himself all over again. Warner overcame the odds, silenced his doubters, won the starting job and eventually led the Cardinals to their first Super Bowl appearance. Paul Calvisi details the ups and downs of Kurt’s career in Arizona, an improbable era that sealed his position in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 633 - The Cardinals begin a two-week stretch of their schedule that features matchups with NFC West foes on the road. First up are the Rams in Los Angeles. Linebacker Zaven Collins joins Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck to talk about facing Sean McVay's offense. Plus, Collins discusses his small-town upbringing in Oklahoma, the adjustment to outside linebacker, aliens and UFOs, being a gymnast in his youth, the game of ice hockey and the gruesome eye injury he suffered against the Cowboys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 71 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan la lesión del corredor James Conner y nos dicen quien podría ser el encargado de reemplazarlo mientras regresa. Será un duelo divisional muy importante ante los Rams quienes cuentan con una ofensiva explosiva. Cómo se puede ganar en Los Ángeles? Todo eso y más en este epidosio de La Tacleada Cardinals. Lo mejor de todo es que la motivación sigue al tope.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 684 - Without James Conner for at least the next four games, who do the Cardinals turn to at running back? Keaontay Ingram? Emari Demercado? Or, perhaps some combination of both? Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck give their two cents. Whichever direction the Cardinals go in - they also have Tony Jones Jr. on the active roster plus veterans Corey Clement and Damien Williams on the practice squad - the running game is key to the success of the offense. Other topics discussed included Hollywood Brown’s absence at practice on Wednesday; the lack of targets for Michael Wilson against the Bengals; and what might a secondary look like if Jalen Thompson is unable to play this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals have lost running back James Conner for the time being, and Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck address what that exactly means both emotionally and on the field for the team. But that’s not all – what might the Jalen Thompson injury mean to a secondary that struggled against Marco Wilson. Also up for discussion: Who fills Conner’s shoes, the decision to throw on their own goal-line, Gannon’s postgame emotion, what will happen with Marco Wilson, Kei’Trel Clark and Antonio Hamilton, dealing with the Rams and Cooper Kupp, Kwamie Lassiter II’s catch, Josh Dobbs’ clunker, and Dani’s cruel shoes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Early Tuesday morning, reports began to surface that Cardinals top running back James Conner would miss multiple weeks with a knee injury. That's a big blow to an Arizona offense that has seen Conner get off to a good start in 2023. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch talk about the impact a prolonged absence by Conner would have on the team. Plus, discussions about what went wrong against the Bengals, how Ja'Marr Chase was able to produce a career day, Joshua Dobbs' performance, turnovers and how the Cardinals can find success against the Rams in Los Angeles on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 683 - Of course, this had to be the week the Cincinnati Bengals offense figured things out. And boy did they ever. The Cardinals had no answer for wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase, who had himself a career day at the expense of the home team. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss what happened on Sunday. The 34-20 loss was punctuated by a poor defensive performance - to which Jonathan Gannon took full responsibility - and an offense that turned the ball over way too many times and played much of the game minus James Conner which thrust rookie Emari Demercado into the spotlight. He performed well as did another rookie, defensive lineman Dante Stills, who earned Calvisi’s weekly Angry Bird Award.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals fell to 1-4 on Sunday with a 34-20 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals at State Farm Stadium. Dani Sureck, Jody Jackson and Zach Gershman break down what went wrong for the Arizona defense when dealing with a healthier Joe Burrow and a determined Ja'Marr Chase. The crew also discusses the play of QB Joshua Dobbs, how injuries to James Conner and Jalen Thompson impacted the game and what the Cardinals need to do to get back in the win column on the road against the Los Angeles Rams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 682 - To repeat the popular Bill Belichick response, the Cardinals are moving past the loss at the San Francisco 49ers, and they are now focused on the Bengals. It is a matchup of a pair of 1-3 teams seemingly heading in opposite directions in terms of the expectations each had going into the season. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman breakdown the game here in Week 5. Also, they get the Cincinnati perspective. Geoff Hobson, senior writer for the Bengals, joins the show. By the way, Sunday’s game will feature the debut of the black alternate uniforms, which Jonathan Gannon is very much looking forward to. “It’ll look sweet,” he said.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 632 - Rookie wide receiver Michael Wilson joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his two-touchdown performance against the 49ers, growing in the offense with QB Joshua Dobbs, earning high praise from Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald and training with former NFL receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh. Plus, Wilson recalls draft day as one of the best days of his life and explains why his Senior Bowl performance was so instrumental in helping him achieve his NFL dream.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 70 - El equipo regresa a casa para recibir la visita de los Bengals. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos cuentan que deben hacer nuestros Cardinals para retomar el camino del triunfo. Cincinnati llega con marca de 1-3 y con muchas dudas en cuanto su accionar ofensivo. Es una gran oportunidad para nuestro equipo de defender el nido.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 681 - On Wednesday, cornerback Garrett Williams and offensive lineman Dennis Daley were designated to return, meaning they could begin practicing, which they both did. That’s good news. Especially Williams, the team’s third-round pick last April. The Cardinals could use some help at the position. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss when Williams may be available to play, while at the same time they ask how much longer until Kyler Murray is designated to return. He’s eligible, but, obviously, he’s not ready. Not yet anyway. In Murray’s absence, Joshua Dobbs has stepped in, and he’s played good football. At times, some very good football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep 65 - Cardinals quarterback Joshua Dobbs joins Dave Pasch to talk about his journey from aerospace engineer major at the University of Tennessee to starting quarterback in the NFL. Dobbs details his duties from when he served as an intern at NASA and talks about his post-football goal of space travel. Dobbs also discusses QB play, working with offensive coordinator Drew Petzing, the emergence of rookies Michael Wilson and Paris Johnson and his own growth and success in the NFL.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can a loss be a step in the right direction? Maybe. Does Paul Calvisi again refer to all the Purge movies? Yes. But Paul also leads Darren Urban and Dani Sureck in conversation about roster moves, the need for Budda Baker, the struggling Bengals and how to defend a gimpy Joe Burrow, Michael Wilson’s emergence, Paris Johnson at the quarter pole, the top five quotes in the locker room right now, defensive backs against Ja’Marr Chase, Josh Dobbs’ steps forward, and Paul’s need to meet Garrett Williams in person.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Lorenzo Alexander talk about some of the big-picture takeaways from the Cardinals loss to the 49ers on Sunday in Santa Clara. Plus discussions on Joshua Dobbs’ leadership and overall improvement, Michael Wilson’s emergence at receiver, Dennis Gardeck’s production off the edge, Kyler Murray’s timeline for return and the upcoming battle with the Bengals at State Farm Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals fell to 1-3 on the season on Sunday after a 35-16 loss to the powerful 49ers in Santa Clara. The final score does not indicate the effort and fight Arizona used to compete against San Francisco's loaded roster. Dani Sureck, Jody Jackson and Zach Gershman point out what went wrong for the Big Red and how Christian McCaffrey was able to score four touchdowns. Plus, there were a number of positives that came out of the game like rookie Michael Wilson's two-touchdown performance, a big day for Hollywood Brown and the continued solid play by Joshua Dobbs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 680 - Give the Cardinals credit. Down 18 in the first half, the team pulled to within one score late in the third quarter. The 49ers, though, just had too much talent on the field and pulled away for a 35-16 win in San Francisco. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look back at Sunday’s game; how encouraged both are despite the outcome and a defense missing so many players. At 1-3, the Cardinals appear headed in the right direction, and that is no more evident than the early performances by rookie wide receiver Michael Wilson, who earned Calvisi’s weekly Angry Bird Award. Also discussed, Zach Ertz’s targets; Ezekiel Turner’s first start of the season; and why players are looking forward to the rematch against the 49ers in December.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 679 - For the second week in a row, the Cardinals face an undefeated opponent. Can they, for the second week in a row, put a dent in that opponent’s record? It won’t be easy, and maybe more difficult than last week’s assignment. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman preview Sunday’s game against the 49ers. Also, they get the San Francisco perspective. Lindsey Pallares, team reporter for the 49ers, joins the show. First though, there are injury concerns at wide receiver and once again at defensive line. Will Hollywood Brown play? He hurt his thumb during practice on Thursday. Jonathan Ledbetter won’t play, marking the third straight game a defensive lineman has been ruled out. What are the Cardinals’ options at both positions?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 631 - Wide receiver Rondale Moore scored a 45-yard touchdown during the Cardinals 28-16 victory over the Cowboys last Sunday. He did so out of the backfield. Could we see more of Rondale at running back? Moore joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss his versatility, the execution on offense, a new culture being established by GM Monti Ossenfort and head coach Jonathan Gannon and the upcoming battle with the talented San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 69 - Luego del triunfo ante Dallas existe confianza en el nido. La ofensiva muestra muchas cosas interesantes pero sobretodo el juego terrestre ha brillado. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos cuentan que deben hacer nuestros Cardinals para para pegarle un susto a los 49ers en su casa. Es el primer juego divisional del 2023 y esos siempre son unos duelazos…Vamos por buen camino.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 678 - Each of the Cardinals’ first four opponents are teams the Philadelphia Eagles played last season. What does that matter? Well, head coach Jonathan Gannon and defensive coordinator Nick Rallis were both with the Eagles in 2022. So, too, was linebacker Kyzir White. That’s big, especially going into this week’s matchup at San Francisco, one of the three remaining undefeated teams. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck look ahead to what White and the Cardinals defense is up against. Also discussed, the national talk surrounding the Cardinals; cornerback play by both Marco Wilson and Kei’Trel Clark; and when is it realistic to see Kyler Murray, Myjai Sanders and/or Garrett Williams in a game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We know how Paul Calvisi thinks about alien life, and he’s wondering how the passtronaut Joshua Dobbs might on the subject. Dobbs is definitely thinking about the uptick in his team after beating the Cowboys, and the QB’s solid play is only one of the subjects Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck get to this week. Also discussed in the episode: The athletes who never get a chance, Jonathan Gannon’s muted reaction to win No. 1, Monti Ossenfort’s not-so-muted reaction to win No. 1, the Cardinals’ impressive DVOA, Rondale Moore as running back; the blossoming of Kyzir White, taking on the 49ers, Matt Prater’s ageless leg, and Paul’s inability to get out of the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals raised eyebrows around the NFL following their 28-16 win over the Cowboys on Sunday. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss starting fast and finishing strong, ignoring the outside noise, the development of QB Joshua Dobbs, a stout defense in the red zone and continuing to build a strong culture under the direction of GM Monti Ossenfort and head coach Jonathan Gannon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 677 - And that, football fans, is why you play the game. So what, no one picked the Cardinals to win, or maybe even be competitive on Sunday. The front office believed. The coaches believed. The players believed. And the result was validation of a week’s worth of work. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look back at the 28-16 win - the first of the season - against the Dallas Cowboys. So many stars, from Joshua Dobbs, James Conner and the entire offensive line to Kyzir White and a defense that held the Cowboys to two field goals over four second-half red zone trips. Calvisi, who avoided serious injury during the game, was so impressed with the o-line that he made them his weekly Angry Bird Award winner(s).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals headed into Sunday's battle with the Cowboys as nearly two touchdown underdogs. They came out of the game with an impressive 28-16 victory. Dani Sureck, Jody Jackson and Zach Gershman talk about the keys to Arizona's success, Josh Dobbs' steady improvement at quarterback, linebacker Kyzir White's outstanding performance and a run game that continues to impress.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 676 - It is going to be a challenge. There is no question about that. But that is what players like Joshua Dobbs embrace. They embrace the challenge. The Cowboys enter this week with the No. 1 defense in the league. It is a unit that ranks first in 11 different statistical categories and arguably has the best player in the game in linebacker Micah Parsons. Again, it will be a challenge. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss Sunday’s matchup. Also, they get the Dallas perspective. Kyle Youmans, on-air host and producer for the Cowboys, joins the show. First though, there is another update on Kyler Murray. Head coach Jonathan Gannon addresses Murray’s return.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 630 - Linebacker Kyzir White joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about leading the Cardinals defense as a captain, his path to the NFL, playing for Jonathan Gannon, the loss of Budda Baker, Kyler Murray's potential impact, James Conner's running style and the upcoming matchup with the Dallas Cowboys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 68 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos dicen cuales son las claves para poderar superar a los Dallas Cowboys en la semana 3 de la temporada regular. Cómo se puede detener a Micah Parsons? Nuestra línea defensiva se encuentra con algunos lesionados y será una prueba complicada pero no imposible. Josh Dobbs tiene que seguir subiendo su nível para que la ofensiva pueda carburar mejor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 675 - When is Kyler Murray returning? Soon, he said in a social media post on Wednesday. So, what does that mean exactly? Great question. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck do their best to read into Murray’s message. Other topics discussed by the two: the defensive line suffers another blow, and it’s another biceps injury; with a full week of practice, the Cardinals should be better prepared for playing without Budda Baker; the challenge Joshua Dobbs and the offense face going against Micah Parsons, who was just named NFC Defensive Player of the Week; and with the Cowboys in town, just how many of Sureck’s family members will also be in town?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 64 - ESPN College Football game and studio analyst Greg McElroy joins Dave Pasch to discuss arguably the biggest story in the sport, Colorado head coach Deion Sanders and his Buffaloes. McElroy also talks about his playing career at Alabama and in the NFL and gives his thoughts on Kyler Murray, Clayton Tune and other Cardinals players he has covered at ESPN.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you believe about the Cardinals after two games? That’s one of the questions Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck chew on after the Cards played so well for a half against the Giants – and then they didn’t. Also discussed this week: How to become a winning team; the near-miss deep to Zach Ertz and what that could’ve meant; a different penalty problem; Budda Baker’s long-term absence and what it means for the team; defensive line injuries piling up; Joshua Dobbs’ improvement and need to run more often; the dominance of Micah Parsons, and what the Cardinals’ offense could look like when Kyler Murray returns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last Friday, safety Budda Baker showed up on the injury report with a hamstring issue. On Monday, he was placed on injured reserve which means the Cardinals will be without the heartbeat of their team for at least four more games. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Lorenzo Alexander talk about what Baker's absence means for the defense and the team as a whole. Plus, discussions on how the Cardinals let a 21-point lead slip away in the second half against the Giants, the improvement shown by QB Joshua Dobbs, James Conner's huge day against the G-Men, Dennis Gardeck making the most of his opportunities and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 674 - What happened? Yeah, it’s a question all of us are asking on this Monday morning. The Cardinals led by 20 at halftime and 21 points five minutes into the third quarter, yet Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi are talking about a 31-28 loss to the New York Giants in Week 2. Was it the offense? Was it the defense? Was it coaching? Or maybe it was a combination of all the above. The Cardinals played very well in the first half and then not so well in the second half. Grialou and Calvisi go over the good and the bad; and then Calvisi hands out his weekly Angry Bird Award, which went to quarterback Joshua Dobbs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals were firing on all cylinders in the first half against the New York Giants. Then, the second half began and the G-Men chipped away to erase a 21-point deficit. Dani Sureck, Jody Jackson and Zach Gershman try to explain how things went south for the Cardinals on the way to a 31-28 loss. As painful as the loss was, there were several positives to note from the game including a standout performance from running back James Conner and the improvement of Joshua Dobbs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 673 - Running the football is key. And sure, that can be said each week, but perhaps more so this week. The expectation is James Conner needs to have a big day in order for the Cardinals to get a win. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss Sunday’s matchup against the Giants. Both want to see Conner get more touches than he did in Week 1. Obviously, that’s easier said than done. Stopping the run will be important as well. The Giants feature one of the better backs in the game in Saquon Barkley. Also, the guys get the New York perspective. John Schmeelk, radio pre/postgame and podcast host for the Giants, joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 629 - Linebacker Dennis Gardeck joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his standout performance against the Commanders and the upcoming home opener against the Giants at State Farm Stadium. Last Sunday, Gardeck collected two sacks and a forced fumble that was returned for a touchdown by teammate Cam Thomas. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf talk about the offense needing to improve on their Week 1 output, the physical nature of the defense and what problems the Giants present on both sides of the ball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 67 - El debut en casa de nuestros Cardenales será especial. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos dicen cuales serán las claves para vencer a los NY Giants que llegarán con sed de venganza. Hay muchos factores a tomar en cuenta, entre ellos el regreso de Isaiah Simmons que hace un par de semanas aún erá parte de nuestro equipo y hoy es parte de los Gigantes. Joshua Dobbs será el QB titular y con una semana más de trabajo la cosas deberían salir mejor en la ofensiva.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep.63 - The legendary Kevin Harlan joins Dave Pasch to discuss all things broadcasting including what it was like calling Aaron Rodgers’ season-ending injury during the Jets and Bills game on Monday Night Football. Harlan and Pasch also swap Kurt Warner stories, the importance of a good meal on the road, when he knew he wanted to be a broadcaster and what it was like to grow up in an NFL family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 672 - Can one week make that much of a difference? Joshua Dobbs believes so. And hopefully he’s right. Dobbs and the offense need to be much better than they were in Week 1 if the Cardinals have a chance at winning on Sunday. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss what they’d like to see out of the offense, i.e., Dobbs targeting his wide receivers and doing so more downfield. There was a lack of explosive plays against the Commanders. Also, Grialou and Sureck ask if six sacks are sustainable for the defense, which could be without two starters this week. Both defensive lineman L.J. Collier and inside linebacker Josh Woods did not practice on Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals couldn’t get a win in Week 1, but the way they played - especially on defense - certainly caught the eye of Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck. Of course, a big topic going forward isn’t just how the defense stepped up but also how the offense must improve. Our trio discusses Joshua Dobbs’ learning curve, the factor of Clayton Tune, Zach Ertz’s first work on the field since his ACL injury, the need to go Hollywood, edge rushers who could flourish again against a suspect Giants offensive line, the Cardinals’ need to play not just for wins but respect, Aaron Rodgers’ tough luck, and Dani’s sublime use of sarcasm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals opened the 2023 season in Washington with a 20-16 loss to the Commanders. Despite coming up on the losing end, there were several positives to build upon. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch talk about the physical nature that the Cardinals played with, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Plus, discussions on standouts from the game and how QB Joshua Dobbs and the offense can improve on a lackluster debut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 671 - Three takeaways. Six sacks. Seven passes defensed. The Cardinals defense - on all three levels - excelled in Week 1. The offense, though, did not. It was a struggle a lot of the time for quarterback Joshua Dobbs and company. And that has led many to ask should a change be made? Should Clayton Tune be the starter this week? Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi debate the idea. There was no debate, however, how well Dennis Gardeck, Zaven Collins, Kei’Trel Clark among others played. In fact, Gardeck played so well - two sacks, three quarterback hits, and one forced fumble - that Calvisi named him his first weekly Angry Bird Award winner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 670 - Seven months after he was hired, Jonathan Gannon makes his head coaching debut when the Cardinals play at the Washington Commanders on Sunday. It is Week 1 of Year 1 for Gannon and his staff. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman look ahead to the game. And, no, there still has not been an official announcement about who will be the starting quarterback. What about Zach Ertz? Will he play? He’s 10 months post-ACL/MCL surgery. Later, Zach Selby, senior writer for commanders.com, joins the show to further dive into the matchup, though this time from the opponent’s point of view. Football is back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 628 - Defensive lineman L.J. Collier joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss his upbringing in a tiny town, getting a fresh start after four years in Seattle, how he thinks he can strive in Nick Rallis' defensive system and facing the Commanders in the season opener. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss reports that Joshua Dobbs will be the Cardinals starting quarterback and what that means for the team, rookies who are being counted on in major roles and the keys to success in Washington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 66 - Es momento de prender los motores en el nido Cardenal. La temporada regular comienza este domingo cuando los Cardenales le pegan una visita a los Commanders en Washington. Ya no hay mañana! A darlo todo en el terreno de juego. Es una prueba de fuego para Jonathan Gannon y sus muchachos ante un equipo que está preparado para todo. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú con todos los detalles en la Tacleada Cardinals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 669 - Nothing is official. And there won’t be anything official, according to head coach Jonathan Gannon; though a report surfaced Wednesday saying Joshua Dobbs is expected to be the team’s starting quarterback Week 1 at Washington. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss the news of the day. Neither are surprised. Dobbs had been trending to be QB1 since his arrival. What would surprise Grialou and Sureck when looking ahead to Sunday’s game? They put the spotlight on the edge rushers. Also, 11 rookies made the 53-man roster. Three are listed first-team on the depth chart. Youth is being served in 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals are about to open the regular season in Washington, and that’s when a team is truly measured. At least that’s what Paul Calvisi sees as he discusses what is to come with Darren Urban and fill-in Zach Gershman, who is on hand with Dani Sureck on assignment. Not that Zach can help with the segment of memorable Washington trips past, including Pat Tillman’s final game in 2001, but it’s all voices on deck when chatting about the quarterback battle and how Joshua Dobbs seems likely to start. The trio also talk about Kyler’s captaincy, the guess for breakout players, how to work the practice squad and the age of Zaven Collins – which still is older than Zach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.