Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

With Darren Urban back from some time in Florida, Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck join him amidst the turf overhaul at the Dignity Health Training Center to talk about the slow (measured?) start to free agency for the Cardinals, the position of pass rusher as it stands, needs versus wants on the roster, how running back might play out this season, getting Ertz and Conner back as part of the free-agent conversation, Colt McCoy’s impact, the possibility of more 12 personnel, the brutal 2022 schedule and how the eruption of new QB deals might impact Kyler Murray’s situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colt McCoy and the Cardinals recently agreed on a two-year deal that keeps the veteran quarterback in Arizona through 2023. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss McCoy's return and what it means for Kyler Murray. Plus, reaction to the signing of veteran linebacker Nick Vigil, James Conner's "bully ball" running style and the wild happenings in the NFL over the past few weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 29 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos hablan de todos los movimientos en la agencia libre. Porqué los Cardenales se han mantenido un poco bajo el radar? Habrá movimientos más adelante? Cuál es la necesidad principal del equipo?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 545 - Compared to years past, the Cardinals have played it cool when it comes to free agency. Sure, they’ve re-signed many of their own players—none bigger than Zach Ertz and James Conner—but GM Steve Keim has not been as aggressive as he has been over the past couple of offseasons. At least not yet. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the possible reasons for that plus look at the team’s three major positions of need: edge rusher, cornerback and a No. 2 wide receiver. Also, this is not the best year to be playing the AFC West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 551 - James Conner had a career year in 2021 and the Cardinals rewarded the Pro Bowl running back with a three-year contract this week. Conner joined Paul Calvisi to talk about the new deal, his 2022 goals and the bully mentality that he brings to the field. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss the first few days of free agency, the re-signing of tight ends Zach Ertz and Maxx Williams, the addition of cornerback Jeff Gladney and the powerful AFC West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 544 - So far, the Cardinals have just dipped their toes into the free-agent waters. No big splashes. Maybe it’s coming, and maybe it’s not. Re-signing Maxx Williams was the latest move. He joins a returning James Conner, Zach Ertz and Colt McCoy; all four key offensive contributors last season. The Cardinals have prioritized bringing back their own free agents, at least so far. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki like the direction the team is headed, though both acknowledge work remains, i.e. edge rusher, cornerback and a No. 2 wide receiver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals took care of some in-house business prior to the official start of the new league year. Running back James Conner and tight end Zach Ertz are among the players returning to Arizona. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Drew Stanton talk about how the moves will impact the team. Plus, quarterback Colt McCoy will also return. How valuable is he to the success of Kyler Murray and the Cardinals offense?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Calvisi making an analogy to free agency with his sprinkler system? Ok, then. With the NFL’s transaction apex already in high gear even as signings can’t be official with new teams until Wednesday, Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck discuss the Cardinals bringing back Zach Ertz and James Conner and what that means for the offense, Tom Brady’s return to the NFL, Chandler Jones’ comments about being maximized and what the Cardinals might do at edge rusher, the need at No. 2 wide receiver, what Christian Kirk’s potential departure would mean, beefing up at cornerback and working with the end of Kyler Murray’s rookie contract.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 543 - OK, so maybe it wasn’t the biggest return announced on Sunday. (Thanks, Tom Brady!) But it was a return both Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki had hoped for. Zach Ertz is back. The veteran tight end agreed to terms on a three-year contract. James Conner is also back; and he, too, agreed to terms on a three-year contract—the news of which broke right in the middle of the show. Ertz and Conner played big roles within the offense last season so the guys are very happy both are returning, and not just for 2022.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 550 - It's been a busy week in the NFL and free agency has not even started. Former Cardinals linebacker Rob Fredrickson joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the release of Jordan Hicks and what it means for Zaven Collins and Isaiah Simmons in 2022. It's time for the former first-round picks to step up and bring long-term stability to the position. Plus, discussions about Russell Wilson heading to Denver, what that means for the Seahawks and how the AFC West will be a treat to watch this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 28 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos hablan de todos los movimientos en la NFL. Los cambios de jugadores. Cómo reaccionan los Cardenales ante el cambio de Russell Wilson? La división como cambia? Los Cardenales harán movimientos fuertes? Son muchas preguntas que nuestros expertos responderán en nuestro episodio de la Tacleada Cardinals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 542 - If the reports are true, and here’s hoping they are, then the landscape within the division has dramatically changed with the news Russell Wilson is headed to Denver. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki react to the good news and what it means for the Cardinals moving forward. Also, with just days remaining before the start of free agency, the guys look back at what both the general manager and head coach had to say at the Scouting Combine. Are there any dots to connect in how the team plans to approach the offseason?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sure, free agency is coming, but nothing the Cardinals will do will impact their season in the NFC West more than the Seahawks trading quarterback Russell Wilson to the Broncos. That changes the dynamic of one of the Cardinals’ biggest rivals, as Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck discuss. With Aaron Rodgers staying in Green Bay, the NFC still has its power brokers, and all the QB talk inevitably circles back to Kyler Murray – Instagram account now intact – and what could happen with his contract, how different the Cardinals’ roster might look in 2022, Steve Keim as tradebroker, what to do at No. 23, and some nostril-clearing shrimp at the Combine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It appears that things just got interesting in the NFC West. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Darren Urban were on the air when reports surfaced that Seahawks QB Russell Wilson will be traded to the Denver Broncos. We provide live reaction to the deal. What will Wilson's departure mean for the rest of the division? Plus, a recap of the Scouting Combine and discussions about how the Cardinals may proceed when free agency begins next week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 541 - Whether you watched the coverage or read about it, the main takeaway from the just-completed Scouting Combine was speed. This year’s group of draft prospects is really, really fast. They ran the 40-yard dash faster than any other group since 2003. So what does it mean? Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki debate. Plus, the guys give their thoughts—from a Cardinals perspective, of course—on what happened in Indianapolis, including just how relaxed, and tan, Kliff Kingsbury looked during his appearance on the Pat McAfee Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 549 - The 2022 NFL Scouting Combine is in full swing and the Cardinals made some of the biggest news of the week. Darren Urban joined Paul Calvisi to talk about the contract extensions for both Steve Keim and Kliff Kingsbury and the latest news from Indianapolis. With GM and coach locked up through the 2027 season, what does it mean for the Cardinals and how will it impact future roster moves? Plus, Ron Wolfley joins Calvisi to discuss their takeaways from Keim and Kingsbury's media sessions, the return to Mexico City and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a year away, Darren Urban is back in Indianapolis for his 21st Scouting Combine (and Dani Sureck for her many-less-than-21st-time), and they join Paul Calvisi to discuss the news the Cardinals have made. That includes contract extensions for GM Steve Keim and coach Kliff Kingsbury, along with discussions about how those two view Kyler Murray contract extension talks. The trio also take time to chat about the Cardinals’ wide receiver situation heading into free agency, what might be a logical target at No. 23, and of course, St. Elmo’s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 540 - Winning 11 games and making the playoffs for the first time in six years earned both the general manager and head coach contract extensions on Wednesday. Steve Keim and Kliff Kingsbury are now signed through the 2027 season. That’s a rather strong message sent by the organization. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki give their thoughts. The timing of the announcement is interesting as well. So with those two under contract, is Kyler Murray next? Is the starting quarterback the next domino to fall? That’s been the big debate in recent days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What offseason? The Scouting Combine is underway and with free agency and the NFL Draft on the horizon, things will be happening quickly around the league. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Drew Stanton discuss the importance of a "normal" combine, areas of need when building the roster and the Cardinals return to Mexico City for the first time since 2005.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 27 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos cuentan la gran noticia. Los Cardenales regresan a México en el 2022 y esto ha generado muchas emociones en el nido y también en tierras aztecas. Rival? Fecha? Qué significa esto para la organización de Arizona? Todas las dudas y pormenores en nuestro podcast oficial.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 539 - For the second time in franchise history and the first time since 2005, the Cardinals will play a regular season game in Mexico City. The date, opponent and kickoff time is not yet known; though that did not stop Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki from discussing possible opponents. Also, the guys look ahead to this week’s Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. What should Cardinals fans know and want to see and hear in the coming days? This is the next step in the information-gathering process ahead of the draft in April.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 26 - Pac-12 commissioner and former president of sports and entertainment for MGM Resorts International George Kliavkoff joins Dave Pasch to talk about the greatest challenges he has faced so far in less than one year in his new position. Kliavkoff explains the decision to forego expanding the college football playoff from its current four-team model, the future of Pac-12 football scheduling, the importance of NIL (name, image, likeness), and his first interaction with Hall of Fame basketball player Bill Walton.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill joins Arizona Sports, 98.7 FM, for "Newsmakers" week to talk the end of the season, Kyler Murray, Kliff Kingsbury and the Super Bowl coming back to Arizona.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 548 - Play-by-play voice Dave Pasch joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to rank the Cardinals positions of need before heading into free agency and the NFL Draft. Plus, the guys discuss which young players are poised to take a big step forward during the 2022 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 538 - Last year it was Zaven Collins. Two years ago it was Isaiah Simmons. Together, GM Steve Keim had a vision of “having two trees in the middle of the field.” Now may be the time for that vision to become a reality. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the Cardinals’ potential plan with the pair of 6-foot-4 inside linebackers and where does Jordan Hicks factor into that plan, if at all. Also, Chandler Jones and his future, it’s the one topic that just won’t go away, though there may be some clarity sooner rather than later as free agency approaches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 2-22-22, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck talk numerology and bowling, the perfect pre-Combine discussion before diving into Kyler Murray and quarterback news across the NFL, the spots that might need to be free agent priorities, how a team might approach picking 23rd in the draft (unless you trade it), the best-case free-agent scenario according to Paul, what could happen at wide receiver, the future at linebacker and the chilly upcoming trip to Indy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the new league year approaches, the Cardinals and the rest of the NFL have several decisions to make for 2022. Will the franchise tag be in play for the Arizona? It's a possibility. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Kyle Vanden Bosch weigh the pros and cons. Plus, a look at free agency, Rondale Moore's potential expanded role and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 547 - Cardinals wide receivers coach Shawn Jefferson had a Super Bowl Sunday for the ages. Not only did he watch his son Van Jefferson win Super Bowl LVI as a Rams receiver, but he also welcomed a new grandson shortly after the game. Coach Jefferson joined Paul Calvisi to detail the wild chain of events. Plus, Jefferson talks about why DeAndre Hopkins was missed so much, the benefits of returning to a "normal" offseason and the potential for Rondale Moore to see an expanded role in the Cardinals offense. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley look ahead to the new league year which begins in less than a month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 25 - Mikal Bridges of the defending Western Conference Champion Phoenix Suns joins Dave Pasch to talk about witnessing his beloved Los Angeles Rams win Super Bowl LVI and his very public bet with teammate Cam Johnson. Bridges also discusses what it’s like playing with future Hall of Famer Chris Paul, the chemistry on the Suns roster and the the possibility of winning NBA Defensive Player of the Year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 537 - For the second straight offseason, the Cardinals are in need of a playmaker opposite DeAndre Hopkins. A.J. Green filled that role in 2021, and his impact is up for debate. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss Green and the options the team has moving forward at wide receiver. Can Antoine Wesley be that No. 2 receiver? Might Rondale Moore be more involved next season? Does Christian Kirk return? Also, the guys look to the Pacific Northwest and review the coaching changes made by the Seattle Seahawks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2021 NFL season is history after the Los Angeles Rams defeated the Cincinnati Bengals in Super Bowl LVI. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Drew Stanton discuss the big performances by Cooper Kupp and Aaron Donald when their team needed them the most. Plus, a look at the future of the NFC West. Could there be some big changes on the horizon?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 536 - Three NFC West teams made the playoffs. Two teams reached the conference championship game. One team won the Super Bowl. It was quite the post-season run for the division, and maybe Cardinals fans can take some solace in having had their season end at the hands of the eventual champions. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss Super Bowl 56, a 23-20 Rams win over the Bengals. Although neither team ran the ball particularly well, a good ground game is key, as it was for the Cardinals this past season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 546 - Former Cardinals great Karlos Dansby joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to reminisce about his stellar career, the 2021 Cardinals season and much more. Plus, Dansby previews Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles and makes his case for the Cardinals Ring of Honor and Pro Football Hall of Fame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 535 - It is just about here. Super Bowl 56, a matchup between the Bengals and Rams, is on Sunday. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki give their thoughts. Plus, the Cardinals connection that is really interesting. Defensive tackle Zach Kerr, who joined the Cardinals in November, has a chance to make some rather unique history: beat the team that knocked his team, his former team, out of the playoffs. Also, the guys do a deep-dive on the defensive line position. Stopping the run was hit-and-miss in 2021, and more miss late in the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Dani Sureck back from the Pro Bowl, she tells about her (and the Cardinals’ quintet’s) trip to Las Vegas to Darren Urban and Paul Calvisi – including the guy who got autographs of the Pro Bowl Cardinals tattooed on his hand. The trio also discusses the Super Bowl upcoming, Joe Burrow’s ascension, Kyler Murray’s social media choice, if the Cardinals’ QB takes too much unnecessary criticism, QB situations in Seattle and San Francisco, the Rams’ outlook long term, and whether the Rams have to win the Super Bowl to avoid a failed season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss the latest news coming out of the Pro Bowl, Kyler Murray's room for growth and how the right supporting cast on offense can help take his game to a new level. Plus, Vanden Bosch explains his unique connection to Matthew Stafford and Joe Burrow, the starting QBs in Super Bowl LVI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 534 - Five minutes into the Pro Bowl and Kyler Murray was the talk of social media. That’ll happen when you throw the ball to the opponent. Murray, though, did respond well after the pick-6. In fact, he played the best of any of the quarterbacks on Sunday. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki give their thoughts on the game as well as how the other Cardinals players performed. Also, what was a strength at the start of the season became a liability at the end of the season. The guys tell the story of the 2021 Cardinals defensive backs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 26 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan lo sucedido con los Cardenales de Arizona en la temporada 2021 y también presentan su análisis del Super Bowl entre los Bengals y los Rams. Cinco jugadores nos representan en el Pro Bowl de Las Vegas Qué importancia tiene ese evento para la organización de Arizona? Quién debe tener tener una buen partido?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 545 - Super Bowl XXXIV champion and current Rams analyst D'Marco Farr joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about Los Angeles facing the Bengals on the NFL's biggest stage. How were the Rams able to navigate a rough November to get themselves in position to hoist the Lombardi Trophy? Plus, Cardinals running back James Conner spoke from the Pro Bowl in Las Vegas. Calvisi and Wolf discuss what he had to say about free agency and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 533 - If five Cardinals playing in Sunday’s game is not enough incentive to watch, then maybe some not-so-subtle tweaks to how the game will be played will attract your interest. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki explain why there will be no opening or second-half kickoff plus there is an alternative to the onside kick that might come into play. Should be a fun afternoon regardless, especially for D.J. Humphries who is playing in his first Pro Bowl. Speaking of Humphries, the guys examine his position group and where that unit needs an upgrade this offseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Dani Sureck gets ready to head to Vegas for the Pro Bowl, she, Paul Calvisi and Darren Urban still have stuff to discuss (besides what happens in Vegas, which stays in Vegas anyway). There’s the retirement of Tom Brady and his limited interactions with the Cardinals, the culture and leadership Brady brings and what that means for a team from a QB, Kyler Murray’s future as leader, the Bengals and Joe Brrr, how defenses can impact a Patrick Mahomes or Kyler, rooting(?) for the Rams, whether the Cardinals should go all-in for 2022 with a home Super Bowl, and the evolving NFC landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After 22 seasons, legendary QB Tom Brady has announced his retirement from the NFL. Brady's former teammate Drew Stanton shares memories of TB12. Plus, Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Stanton review the exciting conference championship games and look ahead to the Rams and Bengals matchup in Super Bowl LVI.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 532 - From MVP and Offensive Player of the Year to Defensive Player of the Year and Newcomer of the Year, AZCardinals.com’s annual end-of-season awards are out. A total of six different categories were voted upon. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki reveal their choices, with a big difference of opinion on who was the better player on defense in 2021. Also, the guys discuss Championship Sunday plus update what’s going on with Vance Joseph, Zach Allen and D.J. Humphries; the latter of whom now has weekend plans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 544 - Former Cardinals kicker and current NFL on CBS analyst Jay Feely joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the 2021 season, the late-season struggles and how the team can rebound to have a strong 2022 campaign. Plus, Feely, Calvisi and Wolf preview Sunday’s conference championship games and predict who will advance to Super Bowl LVI in Los Angeles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NFC will have an all-West title game, against teams the Cardinals went 3-1 against in the regular season. How does that make one feel? Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck discuss that, as well as the great NFL playoff weekend, whether the overtime rules should be changed, how fan bases react to playoff losses, the advantage of a rookie quarterback contract and Kyler Murray’s potential extension, QBs that have struggled in their first playoff game, what areas Murray and the offense could look to improve upon, Rondale Moore’s role and Larry Fitzgerald chairing a Super Bowl (host committee.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 531 - Actually, it’s more of a Chandler Jones question. Do the Cardinals make an effort to retain one of the game’s better pass rushers? Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki debate what to do with Jones, who has more sacks than any other Cardinals player in team history. The options are many, for both sides. Grialou even floated the idea of using the franchise tag. Jones is one of nine unrestricted free agents on defense. Also, the guys look ahead to Championship Sunday, and wonder out loud who should Cardinals fans root for in the NFC: the 49ers or the Rams? Tough call. Very tough call.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There are several key Cardinals players set to hit unrestricted free agency in March. What will the Cardinals look to do when building the 2022 roster? Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Kyle Vanden Bosch talk about what they would like to see. Plus, a preview of the conference championship games following several wild finishes in the divisional round.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 530 - When looking at the number of unrestricted free agents-to-be on offense, there is one name that stands head-and-shoulders above the rest: running back James Conner. He is a must re-sign according to Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki as the guys discuss the team’s 10 offensive players who are scheduled to become unrestricted free agents in March. Tight end Zach Ertz also made the priority list. Anyone else? First though, how do the guys feel about an all-NFC West NFC Championship Game?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 16 - After a disappointing playoff loss to end the season, the Cardinals face many questions heading into the offseason. Felipe Corral Jr., Jody Jackson, Craig Grialou and Rolando Cantu offer final thoughts on the 2021 season, name their MVP and newcomer of the year and talk about the offseason focus including roster building and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 543 - The Cardinals season came to a sudden stop on Monday night in Los Angeles, however work on the 2022 campaign has already begun. Paul Calvisi, Ron Wolfley and Darren Urban discuss several areas of the roster that will need attention given the number of players who are set to become unrestricted free agents in March. Plus, how critical will this offseason be for quarterback Kyler Murray?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.