Cardinals Cover 2

Ep. 655 - With a big smile on his face, Budda Baker walked into the interview room to address the media for the first time in training camp. And Baker had every reason to be smiling on Friday. News broke earlier in the week that he had reportedly received some extra cash in the form of bonuses and incentives in his contract. Baker also has a very large chip on his shoulder, feeling he’s been disrespected too many times by the national media. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss Baker’s mentality going into 2023 plus what they saw – Isaiah Simmons playing deep safety – as well as what they didn’t see – like Colt McCoy not throwing – during practice, which lacked the tempo and intensity from the day before.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 654 - What are the 2023 Arizona Cardinals going to look like? Details began to emerge on Thursday as the team held its first open practice of training camp. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck – knowing it’s early in camp and the season doesn’t begin for another six weeks – discuss what they saw; what the offense looked like, the defensive rotation; who was running with the first team; who wasn’t running with the first team; and who stood out. Again, it’s early, and the team hasn’t practiced in pads yet. Plus, D.J. Humphries addressed the media. He’s healthy, which is great news. And a healthy D.J. Humphries means everyone gets to see his charming personality, which was on full display on Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 653 - Smiling. Joking. It was the same old Budda Baker who took the field on Wednesday for the first practice of training camp. Perhaps all that offseason noise – be it a reported trade request or reportedly seeking a restructured contract – was just that, noise. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss No. 3 participating. What does it mean? Is everything good between the team and the player? Also, Day 1 saw a handful of players placed on the physically unable to perform (PUP) list, including Kyler Murray and Zach Ertz. Their placements were not a surprise. Seeing rookie linebacker BJ Ojulari on the list was, however. Plus, Zaven Collins continues to work with the outside linebackers. It’s good to have football back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 652 - When legends speak, we listen. A great conversation with Cardinals Ring of Honor member Roy "Jet Stream" Green. And the timing could not be better. As players and coaches get ready for the first practice of training camp, Green joins host Craig Grialou to talk about why camp is so important. One word: opportunity. The opportunity to stand out, make a play, and ultimately make the 53-man roster. Green spent 14 seasons in the NFL, 12 of those wearing the Cardinals uniform. Also, Green offers his opinion on the team’s group of wide receivers, a position he excelled at. Green likes who’s coming back – Hollywood Brown, Rondale Moore, and Greg Dortch – and is high on some of the new faces, particularly Zach Pascal and third-round draft pick Michael Wilson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 651 - Storylines. Position battles. Questions that need answered (hopefully). All is on the table as Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck look ahead to the start of training camp this week, the first under new head coach Jonathan Gannon. The biggest storyline, of course, is Kyler Murray. When will he practice? Will he practice? But beyond that, there are position battles along the offensive line, wide receiver, and tight end, especially not knowing the availability of Zach Ertz. On defense, it’s one giant question. What will it look like? Who is going to be on the field? Every level – the line, the linebackers, the secondary – has questions; many of which should begin to be answered on Wednesday, when the Cardinals take over State Farm Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 650 - The offseason work is done. No more OTAs. Minicamp is complete. Now, it’s time for a break; some well-deserved time off for the front office, coaches, and players. A lot has been accomplished over the past five months. And, of course, there remains much more to do. That work, though, will have to wait until training camp. In the meantime, Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi are here to look back. What did they learn? What were the big takeaways from Jonathan Gannon’s first offseason as a head coach? Examples include an emphasis to run the ball; Zaven Collins is an outside linebacker; Isaiah Simmons will work solely with the defensive backs. Also, what are the questions that remain? The two most obvious are the health of Kyler Murray and the happiness of Budda Baker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 649 – On Wednesday, the Cardinals held their ninth of ten OTA practices. And for the first time, D.J. Humphries made an appearance on the field. He had been seen working on the side just not yet on the field. So, not only is Humphries back, but he is back talking to the media and that is always entertaining. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck go over what Humphries had to say; from his health to his weight to his willingness to help his (likely future) replacement at left tackle, Paris Johnson Jr. Also discussed, the pressure wide receivers Hollywood Brown and Rondale Moore face in 2023, both internally and externally. The season ahead will (hopefully) provide a lot of answers about their respective futures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 648 - Nothing official from the team. But, we’re making it official. Zaven Collins is an outside linebacker. And nobody is happier than Paul Calvisi, who had already moved Collins into that room. Craig Grialou had been hesitant but not anymore. The two discuss this (tongue in cheek) breaking news following Monday’s OTA session after which we heard from the man himself. “Definitely want to get after the quarterback a little bit more than I did last year,” Collins said. See, he’s an edge rusher. And he’s needed. Also, updates on Colt McCoy, D.J. Humphries and Kelvin Beachum; the latter of whom was on the field for the first time here in the offseason, or at least seen by the media on the field with his teammates and new coaching staff.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 647 - A lot of new faces. A lot of questions. That appears to be the theme thus far for the Cardinals here in the offseason. One of the newer faces brings one of the bigger questions: Hjalte Froholdt. Is the Danish Army knife – as he describes himself – the answer at center? He is the only offensive lineman currently on the roster who has starting NFL experience at the position. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss whether a move to an even more experienced veteran might be needed. Speaking of moves, might the Cardinals be moving towards playing Budda Baker, Jalen Thompson and Isaiah Simmons together at safety? It may be their best option. Also, it certainly looks like Zaven Collins is moving to outside linebacker. Or are the Cardinals merely experimenting during OTAs?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 646 - The offseason moved into its next phase on Monday. Organized team activities, or OTAs for short, got underway for several teams, including the Cardinals. For the first time, veterans and rookies shared the field. Plus, there was on-field work between the offense and defense. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss what they saw and what it may mean. For example, Zaven Collins was once again spotted with the edge rushers while Isaiah Simmons worked with the defensive backs as he did all of last season. Also, Kyler Murray made an appearance during practice; Colt McCoy is throwing again; and no more underestimating Sureck’s golf game or question asking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 645 - Nine draft picks. Ten undrafted free agents. Four tryout players, including two punters – more on that in a moment. The team welcomed 23 new faces to the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Center over the weekend. First-round draft pick Paris Johnson Jr. attracted the most attention from the assembled media, which included both Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi. The guys discuss what they saw and who stood out during the open portion of Friday’s practice. Given the numbers – there were more coaches than players on the field – there was a lot more individual instruction, which had to be nice for all the rookies. Now, about the two punters. Calvisi’s affinity for the position is how our show begins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 644 - Edge rusher. Cornerback. Wide receiver. Three positions the Cardinals were expected to address, and they did. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck look back at Day 2, which was highlighted by the second-round selection of LSU edge rusher BJ Ojulari. Without question, pass rush was the Cardinals biggest need heading into the draft. Syracuse cornerback Garrett Williams and Stanford wide receiver Michael Wilson, both drafted in the third round with the 72nd and 94th overall picks respectively, capped what was a very busy Friday. Grialou and Sureck also set the stage for Day 3, where the Cardinals have (at the moment) five total picks thanks to two more trades by general manager Monti Ossenfort.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 643 - The first offensive lineman off the board. The first offensive lineman drafted by the Cardinals in the first round in nearly a decade. Paris Johnson Jr. arrived in the Valley on Friday. The sixth overall pick out of Ohio State made a great first impression during his introductory press conference. Well spoken. Personable. Yet, when he hits the field, Johnson Jr. explained he plays “with violence.” Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi bring you Johnson's full press conference and react to what he had to say. What stood out? What has them excited about the newest Cardinals player? Also, the guys set the stage for Day 2 of the draft. What might be some positions the team targets with their four picks, one in the second round and three in the third round?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 642 - Stay at No. 3 or trade down? And how far down might the Cardinals be willing to go and still land a top prospect at a particular position group? Those are just some of the questions Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck attempted to answer with the draft now two weeks away. There is still so much unknown, especially given what may happen ahead of when the Cardinals are on the clock. There is also the unknown with DeAndre Hopkins. Will he be traded? And if he is, can Hollywood Brown be that No. 1 receiver? Plus, injury updates on Kyler Murray, Colt McCoy and Zach Ertz as well as why the Arizona Diamondbacks need to thank Sureck for their good start to the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 641 - It has been a quiet start to free agency. And that’s OK, according to Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck. It is what was expected under first-time general manager Monti Ossenfort, especially given what he inherited. Now quiet does not mean the Cardinals have not been busy. It is just that, thus far, the signings—whether a re-signing or signing a new name—have not grabbed the headlines. Again, that’s OK. The Cardinals have focused much of their attention on building from the inside-out, talking about the offensive and defensive lines. Also, wide receiver Zach Pascal and linebacker Kyzir White will be welcome additions inside the locker room, knowing their history with head coach Jonathan Gannon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 640 - There are 15 new faces walking the hallways at the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Center. They, plus a handful of holdovers, make up Jonathan Gannon’s first-ever coaching staff. The assistants—offense, defense and special teams—were made available to the media over the past couple of days. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss their first impressions. The staff is young by NFL standards, though that may end up being a positive at the end of the day. Also, what is the latest on DeAndre Hopkins? His future has certainly been a hot topic in recent days. Plus, the show would not be complete without a shout-out to Dani, who will turn one year older on Saturday. Just how much older? Hmm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 639 - Accountability. Adaptability. Two of the main themes from Jonathan Gannon’s introductory press conference. The new Cardinals head coach addressed the media for the first time on Thursday. We hear from Gannon, who spoke for nearly 40 minutes, and then react. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss their biggest takeaways. Gannon has “a very specific vision” for the offense, which will be built around Kyler Murray; while the defense will “use guys’ skillsets” to create mismatches, adding “I don’t believe in a scheme…we’re going to look different week-to-week.” Gannon very much won the day on his first official day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 638 - Week 3 and still no head coach. There have been eight different names reportedly linked to the job. And while many have defensive backgrounds, whomever is hired must have the offense in mind. Namely, Kyler Murray. He is the key that unlocks the Cardinals. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss the latest on the coaching search here on Day 18, how Murray factors into that search plus they look ahead to Championship Sunday: Bengals at Chiefs and 49ers at Eagles. Also, J.J. Watt was not among the three finalists for AP Comeback Player of the Year. Was he snubbed?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 637 - Six categories. Six winners. The Cardinals Awards for 2022 have been released. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi go over each category, reviewing the nominees and then discussing the winners. No real surprises, unless you’re Calvisi and you realize that none of the winners were choices you had selected. But we digress. Defensive Player of the Year (J.J. Watt) and Newcomer of the Year (Hollywood Brown) had runaway winners, while Most Valuable Cardinal (Budda Baker) came down to a two-player race. Plus, the guys look ahead to this weekend’s playoff games: Jaguars at Chiefs and Giants at Eagles on Saturday; Bengals at Bills and Cowboys at 49ers on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 636 - Tears were shed in the season finale. A lot of tears. And many by J.J. Watt. Cameras captured a very emotional Watt, first at Saturday night’s team meeting and then again Sunday afternoon as he exited the field for the last time in his career to chants of “J.J. Watt, J.J. Watt” by the fans at Levi’s Stadium. And if Week 18 was A.J. Green’s final game, then he, too, went out on a high note; albeit a bit more understated. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck react to Episode 9, which did include Kliff Kingsbury’s final message to his coaching staff. Plus, there is still football being played. Grialou and Sureck look ahead to Super Wild Card Weekend, which includes a third meeting between NFC West rivals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 635 - The offseason is officially underway. And it begins with news that both general manager Steve Keim and head coach Kliff Kingsbury will not be returning to the team in 2023. We hear from owner Michael Bidwill, who met with the media mid-afternoon on Monday, and then react. Craig Grialou is joined by Paul Calvisi, Dani Sureck and Darren Urban. After a 4-13 season, change was expected. And it did not wait long; just one day after the conclusion of the regular season. More change is expected in what figures to be a crucial offseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 634 - The end is near for the season. For J.J. Watt. And maybe for A.J. Green. The finality of Week 18 will come in many forms. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss the key storylines for Sunday’s game at the San Francisco 49ers. Yes, a lot of the attention will be on Watt, who will be wrapping up a hall of fame career. But let’s not forget about Green, who seven times was named to the Pro Bowl. How those two put a period on their respective careers will be interesting to watch given the opponent. The 49ers have a solid offense—even with a rookie at quarterback—and a top-ranked defense. Plus, the 49ers have something to play for: the No. 1 seed in the NFC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 633 - As we’ve seen throughout the season, and even last season, no one is off limits for J.J. Watt when it comes to good-natured ribbing. His latest “victim” is Zaven Collins. The Watt-Collins relationship was among the episode’s highlights. In addition, the cameras caught a very self-critical Collins talking about his second season in the league as well as David Blough’s calm demeanor both prior to and after the game in Atlanta. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck talk about what stood out to them in an episode that should have everyone smiling despite last week’s outcome. Plus, there is plenty of quarterback news to discuss. Kyler Murray, Colt McCoy and David Blough are all in the headlines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 632 - The calendar flip to 2023 did nothing to flip the Cardinals’ fortunes. At least not yet anyway. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look back at Sunday’s 20-19 loss at the Atlanta Falcons. The effort was there, but the result was not. There were, however, several individual performances worth highlighting. (Yes, that’s where at in the season.) David Blough looked good at quarterback, making the right decisions within the framework of the offense; Trey McBride continued to show progress in his rookie year, setting career highs in both receptions and receiving yards plus he had his first career touchdown; and Isaiah Simmons stepped up to play safety in the absence of Budda Baker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 631 - One team is guaranteed to end its season-long losing streak on Sunday. Unless, of course, the game ends in a tie. (And who wants that? Nobody.) Entering Week 17, the Cardinals have lost five straight, while the Falcons have dropped four in a row. It’s quite the matchup to begin the new year. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi breakdown what it’s going to take for the Cardinals to get the win, i.e. stop the run; the Falcons own the league’s third-best rushing offense. Speaking of offense, with Colt McCoy experiencing concussion symptoms, David Blough will start at quarterback. He has not started a game since 2019 when he was a member of the Detroit Lions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 630 - Family and the holidays go hand-in-hand. Family, the holidays and a Cardinals win do not, however; at least not this season. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck review the latest ‘Hard Knocks’ episode which centered around James Conner and Antonio Hamilton spending Christmas Day with their families before playing on Christmas Night. Trace McSorley, making his first career start, also had his entire family at the game; which, again, ended in defeat. Also, big news on Wednesday: Colt McCoy is back as the starter and J.J. Watt talked retirement; why now is the “right time” for him to call it a career after this season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 629 – Actually, it felt more like a recurring nightmare. Five straight losses the Cardinals have suffered; and this most recent one saw them blow a 10-point fourth-quarter lead. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look back at Sunday’s 19-16 overtime defeat to Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Was the loss more a product of the Cardinals hurting themselves, i.e. turnovers and penalties? Or did it have more to do with giving Brady—perhaps the greatest quarterback to have ever played—too many extra opportunities late in the game and then, obviously, in overtime? Whatever the reason, it was not a very Merry Christmas.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 628 - It is quite the opportunity for Trace McSorley in Week 16. His first career start comes against Tom Brady—perhaps the greatest quarterback ever—and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look ahead to Sunday’s primetime matchup. And it’s not just an opportunity for McSorley. It is an opportunity for every Cardinals player in the locker room. Everyone, and every team, will be watching who does and who doesn’t put forth the effort to close out the season. Also, the guys discuss the respect players have for Brady and how he may attack the Cardinals defense, which could not stop the run last week in Denver.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 627 - Once again, the stories told during the week did not get the proper Hollywood happy ending. From Colt McCoy spending time with his family and Trey McBride reuniting with his own family in Denver to Vance Joseph returning to Denver where he was the head coach of the Broncos for two seasons. None of those storylines finished with the Cardinals winning on Sunday. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck react to Episode 6, which also saw Leki Fotu making waffles—from scratch—in the defensive line room. In other news from Wednesday, it is official. Trace McSorley will make his first career start on Sunday. Now the question is how many healthy bodies will he have around him?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 626 - Three turnovers, seven penalties and one injury to the starting quarterback. Add it up and it’s no wonder why the Cardinals were dealt their fourth straight defeat on Sunday. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look back at the 24-15 loss at the Denver Broncos. Two of the three turnovers were interceptions thrown by Trace McSorley, who was forced into the game after Colt McCoy suffered a concussion early in the second half. It was at that point where the game turned. Really unfortunate because the outcome overshadowed the performances of J.J. Watt and Trey McBride; the latter of whom had his best game of his young career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 625 - Backup quarterbacks will be on display Sunday in Denver. The Cardinals will start Colt McCoy. The Broncos will start Brett Rypien after Russell Wilson suffered a concussion last week. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss the Week 15 matchup, with an emphasis on McCoy playing against the No. 4 scoring defense in the league. What’s the plan of attack? Perhaps it’s similar to when McCoy bested the Rams five weeks ago in what was also a game that featured backup quarterbacks. Both teams are desperate for a win. The Cardinals have lost three straight and five of their last six. The Broncos are in the midst of a five-game losing streak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 624 - Not all stories have a happy ending. With his Mom in attendance and playing against a head coach he holds in high regard, DeAndre Hopkins was unable to deliver. Even worse, he took the blame for the Monday Night Football loss to Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss Episode 5, which also caught Kyler Murray and J.J. Watt playing the role of coach to younger players, a peek inside Kliff Kingsbury’s office as well as an early morning drive to work with the head coach. Right off the top, though, reaction to the news general manager Steve Keim is taking a health-related leave of absence from the team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 623 - Two weeks. Actually, two weeks plus one day with the Cardinals playing on Monday. In other words, it’s been a long time since the Cardinals were last in action. And with the team having lost two straight and four of their last five, essentially playing themselves out of the playoff picture, what can we expect when the Cardinals host the New England Patriots? And what can we expect from a Bill Belichick-coached Patriots team? Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi attempt to answer both questions as they preview the Week 14 primetime matchup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 622 - It is back to work after the bye week. The Cardinals have five games remaining, starting with the New England Patriots on Monday. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck look big picture at the final stretch of games. What do they want to see? Who do they want to see step up? Both agree rookie tight end Trey McBride is one to watch on offense. And then on defense, it’s linebacker Isaiah Simmons plus edge rushers Cameron Thomas and Myjai Sanders; the play of all three may impact how the front office attacks the offseason. Also, the latest on the injury front—who was and who wasn’t at practice on Wednesday; there was both good and bad news—plus a public apology from Sureck.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 621 - Things don’t always go as planned. Mistakes happen. And when a player makes mistakes on the football field, everyone can see them. That was the case for Isaiah Simmons earlier this season. He addressed his benching after Week 1, something that really stood out to both Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck in the latest Hard Knocks In Season episode. Antonio Hamilton, too, had a not-so-good moment caught on film. And, yes, there were several not-so-good moments captured during the loss to the Chargers. Plus, as the team heads into its bye week, it is a good time for Grialou and Sureck to shout-out a pair of 30-year-olds who are not acting, or perhaps better said, playing their age.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 620 - Three times in the fourth quarter the offense had the ball with the chance to finish the game. And three times they failed to get the job done. The Cardinals found a different way to lose on Sunday. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look back at the 25-24 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. Just poor execution down the stretch; really on both sides of the ball late in the game. There were other issues as well. The Cardinals turned the ball over twice and had two takeaways inexplicably overturned by replay. Plus, let’s not forget how banged up this team is right now. At 4-8, the Cardinals are limping, literally and figuratively into the bye week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 619 - Good news for the home team. On Sunday, Kyler Murray and Hollywood Brown are both expected to be on the field. Murray has missed the past two games, while Brown has not been in uniform since Week 6. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look ahead to the game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Two desperate teams. Both having lost three of their last four. With Brown back, Murray has the chance to throw to his top-two pass catchers for the first time this season. Remember, Brown and DeAndre Hopkins have not yet played together. Also, this should be the week the Cardinals get their running game going. The Chargers have one of the worst run defenses in the league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 618 - OK, so forget the game. (Not really, but at least for now.) The Cardinals’ trip to Mexico City is one that many will remember the rest of their lives. And maybe no one more so than Will Hernandez. His experience was the highlight of Episode 3 for both Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck. They also enjoyed seeing Antonio Hamilton at his home with his wife and kids as Hamilton detailed his accident in the kitchen prior to the season. The game itself? It is what it is. The question now is how do the Cardinals respond after losing 38-10 to the San Francisco 49ers? The good news is that it appears Kyler Murray will play this week. Maybe even Hollywood Brown. It is a desperate team right now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 617 – Seventeen years ago, the Cardinals and 49ers played in the NFL’s first regular-season game held outside the U.S. On Monday night, it’s the rematch. Estadio Azteca in Mexico City is once again the venue for this first meeting of the season between NFC West rivals. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi preview the game. Who will be QB1 for the Cardinals? Will Hollywood Brown make his return? And how does the Cardinals defense matchup against Jimmy Garoppolo and the league’s 9th-best offense?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 616 - Things are always better after a win, right? That includes watching episodes of “Hard Knocks.” Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck reveal their biggest takeaways from Episode 2, one that highlighted many of the fathers on the team be it the general manager, an assistant coach or player. And who knew Kelvin Beachum liked his popcorn and trash-talk? Also, will it be Kyler Murray or Colt McCoy starting at quarterback this week? It’s a question without an answer at the moment. Plus, the latest on Hollywood Brown’s upcoming return.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 615 - It was a much-needed win on Sunday. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi break down the victory at the Los Angeles Rams from all angles. They start with Colt McCoy, who improved to 3-0 against the NFC West over the past two seasons. There are also words for James Conner, DeAndre Hopkins and A.J. Green. And then defensively, what was there not to like? J.J. Watt was J.J. Watt; Myjai Sanders had his best game of his young career; and Budda Baker played when no one thought he would earlier in the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 614 - Can’t say it’s ever good going into a game not knowing who the starting quarterback is going to be. And that goes for both teams. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look ahead to Sunday’s matchup with the Los Angeles Rams. It’s a game that very well may feature backup quarterbacks Colt McCoy and John Wolford. Starters Kyler Murray and Matthew Stafford are both game-day decisions. Also, the Cardinals are going into Week 10 not knowing the availability of Budda Baker, Byron Murphy and just about everyone on the offensive line. Again, not good.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 613 - The season premiere did not disappoint. Fans got a peek inside Kliff Kingsbury’s famous home in Paradise Valley. They eavesdropped on a dinner conversation between DeAndre Hopkins and Isaiah Simmons. Plus, Budda Baker may be seeing his younger sister a lot more in the future as she considers enrolling at Arizona State University. Much of the focus, though, centered on the Cardinals’ Week 9 home loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Reaction from Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck, who also discuss Wednesday’s injury report which once again was star-studded; and that’s never good.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 612 - OK, there wasn’t much good. (Zaven Collins’ pick-6 was certainly a highlight.) It was more bad and ugly in a 31-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. The Cardinals are now 3-6, digging themselves an even deeper hole than what they had been in prior to Week 9. And, yes, there’s time to dig themselves out of said hole, but Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi wonder whether time is really the answer especially given all the different mistakes made by different players week in and week out on both sides of the ball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 611 - Everyone loves a good redemption story. The Cardinals can write one of their own on Sunday when they host the Seattle Seahawks. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss the second meeting between the two NFC West rivals. The first meeting was one to forget, especially for an offense that failed to score a touchdown. At 3-5, the Cardinals can also begin to climb out of the hole they dug for themselves both within the division and conference. This week begins a stretch of three straight games against teams from the NFC West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 610 - Yes, the cameras have been here all season, but now things really ramp up ahead of next week’s debut episode of Hard Knocks. And, who knows, maybe now is the perfect time for the cameras to be rolling. This week, the Cardinals begin maybe the most important stretch of their schedule. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck also discuss the recent roster moves, who did and who didn’t participate in Wednesday’s closed walk-through plus how much DeAndre Hopkins has been targeted the past two games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 609 - Penalties. Turnovers. A premature snap. There was a lot that went wrong on Sunday. And as a result, the Cardinals found themselves on the wrong end of a 34-26 decision at the Minnesota Vikings. The loss dropped them to 3-5. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss all the mistakes that were made. And, again, there were plenty. There is enough blame to go around. Yet with all that being said, the Cardinals are not out of anything. Not by a long shot. Not with three straight division games ahead on the schedule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 608 - No Cardinals quarterback since Jim Hart—not Jake Plummer, not Kurt Warner, not Carson Palmer, et al—has done what Kyler Murray looks to do on Sunday and that’s win a game in Minnesota. Yep, it’s been that long; 1977 to be exact. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi break down the Week 8 matchup. The Vikings are one of only four teams with one or fewer losses. They might just have the best wide receiver in the game. Plus, they have two very familiar faces on defense: cornerback Patrick Peterson and linebacker Jordan Hicks. In other words, the Cardinals will be tested.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 607 - The mini-bye is over. Time to get back to work. Some of that work will be concentrated on the offense manufacturing more big plays. They “are way down” according to head coach Kliff Kingsbury. Having DeAndre Hopkins back should help. The Cardinals also need Kyler Murray to play better, especially in the passing game. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck also look at how big plays are affecting the defense, why the big play of Marco Wilson against the Saints was recognized by the league and what Wednesday’s practice report foreshadows for this week in Minnesota.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 606 - Welcome to a Victory Friday. On a short week, the Cardinals beat the New Orleans Saints, 42-34 on Thursday Night Football. The win snapped a two-game losing streak and ended a nearly year-long home losing streak. Craig Grialou and Darren Urban discuss everything that went right, from the return of DeAndre Hopkins—apparently, one player can make that big of a difference—to a defense that recorded three interceptions, including a pair of pick-6s. Also, what do the guys think of the 49ers acquiring running back Christian McCaffrey?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.