Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

Ep. 485 - The Cardinals begin the final quarter of the 2020 regular season with a trip to New York to face the Giants. Running back Chase Edmonds joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about working through offensive issues, Larry Fitzgerald returning from the COVID-19 list, the Giants defense and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 368 - One day after returning to the team, Larry Fitzgerald spoke of his experience with COVID-19. He was very open telling the media his football future was not something he thought about. “It was more like the immediate future—like staying alive,” he said. Also, Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki congratulate the Cardinals’ Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year winner, Corey Peters and examine how the defense might attack Daniel Jones and the Giants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 367 - After a two-week absence, Larry Fitzgerald was back practicing with his teammates on Wednesday. Mike Jurecki was among those who witnessed No. 11’s return. He and Craig Grialou talk about how Fitzgerald may be able to help the offense. It’s part of a larger discussion the guys have about the Cardinals passing game, which has been less than dynamic in recent weeks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals are seeking their lost offense, and Paul Calvisi’s catchy slogans aren’t enough to fix things. Still, Paul, Darren Urban and Kyle Odegard discuss it all in depth, from what defenses are showing the Cards, Kyler Murray’s struggles, the disappearing chunk plays, routing D-Hop and yes, Kyler running (or not.) They also talk about potential offensive tweaks, expectations for both K1 and the Cards this season, a need for a Chandler-less pass rush, a call for more Isaiah Simmons, Chase Edmonds New York state of mind, and the return of Larry Legend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 366 - Winning on third down helps an offense sustain drives and gets the opponent's offense off the field. On Sunday, the Cardinals failed more times than not to do either. It’s become a troubling trend that Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki examine. Plus, the guys examine the offensive line shuffling that took place this past week along with an in-depth discussion on the Cardinals’ playoff chances heading into Week 14.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now in the midst of a three game losing streak, the Cardinals find themselves needing to fix the same problems. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry talk about the inability to sustain drives on offense and the need for the defense to come up with big stops when they are needed most. Plus, a look ahead to what has become a huge road matchup with the New York Giants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 365 - For three games now, almost a quarter of the season, the offense has stalled or ‘hit a wall’ as Kyler Murray described following Sunday’s loss to the Rams. It needs a jumpstart. But how? Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss some of the options they believe might work. Also, what do the guys think of Kliff Kingsbury’s comments about kicker Zane Gonzalez?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 364 - It has been a one-sided rivalry in recent years, unfortunately not in the Cardinals’ favor. That has got to change, and Mike Jurecki knows how it can change. He gives his three keys for a victory over the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Also, Jurecki and Craig Grialou discuss the importance of this Week 13 matchup when it comes to the overall playoff picture in the NFC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 484 - When the Cardinals reacquired outside linebacker Markus Golden in a midseason trade with the Giants, they knew exactly what they were getting. A tireless worker who leads by example. Golden joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about returning to Arizona, his first career interception, work ethic and the upcoming NFC West battle with the Rams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 363 - Each week is a challenge and this week may be the biggest for the Cardinals secondary, specifically the cornerback position. The Rams have a number of very good pass catchers, all of whom—Cooper Kupp, Robert Woods and Tyler Higbee—had very good games against the Cardinals last season. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki break down the matchups. Plus, the guys discuss why they believe D.J. Humphries is more than deserving of Pro Bowl consideration this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 362 - If defenses are going to continue to take away his ability to run, then maybe it’s time for Kyler Murray to show off his arm more than in previous weeks. There’s no question he can make all the throws. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss where those throws need to go, like in the direction of DeAndre Hopkins who has seen his production drop off during this two-game losing streak. Also, the guys have the latest on the series of roster moves made by the team on Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals head into December’s stretch run still in control of their playoff destiny, but after a November that put a dent into those hopes and a brutal loss in New England, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Kyle Odegard try to remember that nothing lasts forever. So in hopes of a bounceback month, the guys discuss the odd struggles of the offense and Kyler Murray’s progress, the targets and use of DeAndre Hopkins, what to do in short yardage (Kyle says to think of the process), a defense exceeding expectations, the Niners’ “move” to Arizona, and a Carson Palmer callback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 361 - Despite all the injuries and players landing on the reserve/COVID-19 list, the defense has performed very well here in 2020. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki go over the numbers that back up the job defensive coordinator Vance Joseph has done in the face of several obstacles. Also, the guys discuss how the rest of the NFC West faced in Week 12 and where the Cardinals sit in the NFC playoff picture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals must move on from their disappointing 20-17 loss to the Patriots in order to prepare for their first meeting with the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry try to pick up the pieces from New England. They'll examine the poor showings by the offense and special teams that spoiled a strong effort by the defense. Plus, how can the offense be successful if defenses take away Kyler Murray in the run game?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 360 - It's what separates Kyler Murray from most other quarterbacks: his ability to run with the football. It's also what each of the past two opposing defenses have taken away, thus severely limiting the effectiveness of Murray and the offense. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss what must happen next. Also, where is Kliff Kingsbury’s confidence level in Zane Gonzalez after Gonzalez missed another late-game kick?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 359 - Playing the Patriots is always difficult, and the job just became more of a challenge with the news Larry Fitzgerald will not make the trip after being placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list. He will miss his first game in six years. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss what Fitzgerald’s absence means to the team. Plus, Jurecki gives his three keys for a victory and the always popular ‘X’ factor in this Week 12 matchup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 483 - Center Mason Cole joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about bouncing back from the tough loss at Seattle, facing Bill Belichick and the Patriots defense, getting the run game back on track, Thanksgiving plans and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 358 - Separately this week, Kliff Kingsbury and Larry Fitzgerald both said what an honor it is going to be to share the field with Patriots head coach Bill Belichick on Sunday. It's because of Belichick opposing teams always have to be on their toes regardless of how the Patriots may be playing. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss what the Cardinals might expect from this year’s Patriots team. First though, how did Kyler Murray look in practice? Jurecki has the answer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kyler Murray wants to make sure his shoulder is OK and Isaiah Simmons wants to make sure he can help carry a banged-up defense, and both are natural topics for Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Kyle Odegard on this week’s episode. Also on tap: Kyler’s ability to run in New England, a league-leading offense that still could do more, penalty problems that won’t seem to go away, Patriots road games past, Belichick and Cam against the Cards’ D, and some odd charter flight memories.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 357 - It is now a six-game sprint to the finish line. At the moment, the Cardinals are the seventh seed in the conference and that would earn them a playoff invite. There is still a lot of football to be played, however. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki examine the postseason landscape. Plus, the guys have the latest on the shoulder injury suffered by Kyler Murray against the Seahawks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals have returned to the practice field after the tough loss in Seattle. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry talk about why things didn't go as planned against the Seahawks, the staggering amount of penalties and how the Cardinals can find success when they travel to New England to face the Patriots.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 356 - The play of rookie Isaiah Simmons was one of the few bright spots—if not the only bright spot—in the loss to the Seahawks on Thursday Night Football. He finished with a team-high 10 tackles and recorded his first career sack. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss Simmons’ upward progress since the bye week. Plus, the Cardinals can make it easier on themselves over these final six games if they can just get off to better starts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 355 - So much for momentum, if you believe it exists in football. Regardless, the Cardinals were unable to sustain that good feeling following a last-second win just four days earlier. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss what went wrong in a Week 11 loss at Seattle, from the lack of a running game and an overall poor performance by the offense to the 10 penalties, two of which directly led to Seahawks points.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 354 - Their first meeting landed on primetime and the Cardinals won in overtime. This second matchup is another primetime affair with the Cardinals seeking their first season sweep of the Seahawks since 2009. How do they get it done? Glad you ask. Mike Jurecki gives his three keys for a victory plus the ‘X’ factor. But first, Jurecki and Craig Grialou discuss the season-ending injury to Corey Peters and what his loss means both on and off the field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 482 - The rematch with the Seahawks on Thursday Night Football is rapidly approaching. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley are joined by play-by-play voice Dave Pasch to preview the key NFC West battle in Seattle. Plus, discussions about the incredible finish against the Bills, opportunities for rookie LB Isaiah Simmons and of course, Kyler Murray's magic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 353 - It may not have been the start he envisioned for his NFL career, but Isaiah Simmons never complained and he kept working. That effort, both on and off the field, is paying off. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss how much progress Simmons has made, pointing back to his interception of Russell Wilson in Week 7. And it just so happens, four weeks later, Simmons and the Cardinals defense get another crack at Wilson on Thursday Night Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals have moved on from their thrilling win over the Bills in order to prepare for the Thursday Night Football matchup against the Seahawks at CenturyLink Field. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry talk about the quick turnaround and what it will take to sweep their division rival in 2020. Plus, a recap of one of the most memorable finishes in team history courtesy of Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An amazing finish and a short week, so of course Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Kyle Odegard are going to go deep on the Hail Murray, that Kyler MVP consideration, the parts of the Cards that need improvement if they are to stay in the race to win the division, the potential of the Cardinals earning more national TV games, the Seahawks’ issues, one-time third-round draft pick Random Variance, Kenyan Drake’s big return to the lineup, and how the trip to Seattle will be eerie without the fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 352 - Whichever tag you want use to label the 43-yard game-winning play, the end result is a Cardinals victory. It's their sixth win of the season and it puts them in first place in the NFC West. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki dissect the final offensive snap from the perspective of both Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins. Also, with a game on Thursday, we bring you the latest injury news, specifically regarding the potential loss of Corey Peters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 351 - Coming off a loss last week, the Cardinals have said all the right things ahead of their game with the Bills. But they know actions speak louder than words. It should be a fun matchup, featuring two MVP candidates in quarterbacks Kyler Murray and Josh Allen. Mike Jurecki reveals his three keys for a victory and the ‘X’ factor in the matchup. First, though, Jurecki and Craig Grialou discuss what was a lengthy final injury report that included three starters ruled out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 481 - Veteran defensive lineman and team captain Corey Peters joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the first half of the season, finding consistency on defense and the challenge of facing the red hot Buffalo Bills on Sunday at State Farm Stadium. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf talk about Kyler Murray's progress and his apparent chemistry with wide receiver Christian Kirk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 350 - The second half of the season begins Sunday and according to Patrick Peterson “this is the part of the season where you start to separate the contenders and the pretenders and we want to be a contender.” It’s mid-November and the Cardinals are playing meaningful football games, starting with the Buffalo Bills. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki examine how Vance Joseph might try to slow down this Bills team led by Josh Allen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 349 - First, Devon Kennard and Byron Murphy were activated from the Reserve/COVID-19 list. Then, Dre Kirkpatrick practiced on a limited basis on Wednesday. Each of those three starters missed last week’s game against the Dolphins. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss why their returns are important, especially now. The Buffalo Bills have one of the better quarterback-wide receiver duos in Josh Allen and Stefon Diggs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Don’t let a hard loss for the Cardinals blur how great the team’s QB is becoming, in this Kyler Murray-heavy episode. Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Kyle Odegard debate K1’s standing – already – as the top dual-threat QB there has been; Kyler’s growth as runner and passer; certain playcalls against Miami; Kyler’s interesting press conference; the holes on the defense; Markus Golden’s excellent homecoming and what’s out there the second half of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 348 - Through the season’s first eight games, Kyler Murray has accomplished things with the football never seen before in the NFL. And he’s only getting better. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki break down the history-making numbers, both team and league. Also, Christian Kirk continues to make strides here in his third season and the guys discuss how the rest of the NFC West fared in Week 9.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals fell to 5-3 on the season following a tough 34-31 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry discuss Kyler Murray's big day, Christian Kirk staying hot, the challenge of containing Tua Tagovailoa and the decision to attempt a field goal on a key fourth-and-1 late in the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 347 - It’s a game the Cardinals may look back at and point to, especially if they don’t make the playoffs. The 34-31 home loss to the Dolphins was a missed opportunity. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki share their opinions on what many fans are discussing on this over-reaction Monday: the decision to attempt a game-tying field goal on 4th-and-1 with two minutes left. Plus, the guys discuss Chase Edmonds’ first start and how the defense performed given its depleted secondary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 346 - Coaches and players have talked all week about how important it is for them to be ready to play coming off the bye. That was not necessarily the case a year ago. Also, we’ve seen the Cardinals often play up or down to the level of their opponent. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki break down the game against the Dolphins including Jurecki’s three keys for a victory and the ‘X’ factor in the matchup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 480 - Safety Budda Baker joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the Cardinals' 5-2 start, his leadership role, the return of fellow safety Jalen Thompson and how the defense will adjust to the absence of LB Devon Kennard and CB Byron Murphy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 345 - First, Patrick Peterson announced his plan for how much longer he would like to play. Then, Larry Fitzgerald detailed an unplanned bye week. And finally, Vance Joseph talked about having a "great plan at corner" with Dre Kirkpatrick banged up and Byron Murphy unavailable this week. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki tried to make sense of it all ahead of the Cardinals' planned home game against the Dolphins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 344 - They have gone head-to-head once on the field and once off the field in college. Tua Tagovailoa got the better of Kyler Murray in the Orange Bowl/CFP Semifinal, while it was Murray who won the Heisman Trophy. Two years later, the young quarterbacks meet for the first time in the NFL. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the week’s biggest storyline plus why the acquisition of linebacker Markus Golden is so important.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a week off, the Cardinals have returned to the practice field to prep for the Miami Dolphins. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry discuss staying hot after the bye, Chase Edmonds becoming the featured running back after Kenyan Drake's ankle injury and how the defense will replace two starters who are out due to COVID-19.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming out of the bye week, the Cardinals were left having to deal with COVID issues within the defense. Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Kyle Odegard talk about potentially losing Devon Kennard and Byron Murphy and why they have the depth to get through it; why stats aren’t always everything and a way back story from 2004; How to deal with newbie Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa; those pesky bye issues; how the NFC Playoffs might shake out; Chase Edmonds’ time to shine; and oh, that start to 2012.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 343 - Over the past week, the Cardinals have talked about the need to stay focused and not be satisfied with what was accomplished through the season’s first seven games. Easier said than done especially in the face of COVID-19. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki have the latest—the good and the bad—as the team returned to the practice field on Monday. Also, with Week 8 behind them, where do the Cardinals now find themselves within the NFC West?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 479 - The metrics show that the Cardinals offensive line has been doing a great job in 2020. Starting left tackle D.J. Humphries joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the mentality of the O-Line, Kyler Murray's magic, reuniting with Markus Golden and the big win over the Seahawks on Sunday Night Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 342 - Seven games into the season and the Cardinals are in second place in the toughest division in all of football. Here at the bye week, Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki examine what has gone right and what areas the team needs to improve upon if they hope to be playing meaningful football in November and December. And for what it’s worth, the second half of the schedule includes four games against the NFC West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 341 - Halfway into his second season in the league, Kyler Murray is trending in the direction everyone predicted, and that’s up. His numbers compare favorably with his peers but it’s his decision-making that’s been most impressive, according to Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki. Also, the guys have the answer—thanks to Vance Joseph—for the defense’s turnaround in the second half against the Seahawks on Sunday Night Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thank goodness the temperatures are finally dropping -- just as the Cardinals are getting hot. Sure, the bye weekend looms, but Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Kyle Odegard have things they have to get off their chest, like what team might be left standing atop the NFC West, how the way the defense responded in the second half against the Seahawks, Patrick Peterson’s big game, Kenyan Drake’s injury and who will back up Chase Edmonds, the addition of Markus Golden to the pass rush, and just what Cardinal might make the best bodyguard if you ended up in an untoward situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 340 - It’s been a very productive two-game stretch for Budda Baker; first on Monday Night Football and then on Sunday Night Football. Baker certainly enjoys the national stage. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the impact Baker has made so far this season. Also, the trade deadline is one week away. What, if anything, might the Cardinals do? Finally, the guys take a look at how the rest of the NFC West fared in Week 7.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals had many different players make big plays during a thrilling 37-34 overtime win against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday Night Football. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry talk about the key performers, Kyler Murray's play under pressure, defensive adjustments made at halftime and the poise shown in overtime that allowed the Big Red to get the win.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.