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Cardinals Cover 2 - Trace Tries To Tackle The G.O.A.T.

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.

Dec 23, 202236 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Hard Knocks Reax: Episode 6

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.

Dec 22, 202236 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Too Much To Overcome In Denver

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.

Dec 19, 202236 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Battle Of The Backup QBs, Part II

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.

Dec 16, 202233 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Hard Knocks Reax: Episode 5

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.

Dec 15, 202238 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Playing Bill Belichick And The Patriots

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.

Dec 9, 202237 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Finishing Strong

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.

Dec 7, 202236 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Hard Knocks Reax: Episode 4

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.

Dec 1, 202234 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Offense Unable To Close Out Chargers

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.

Nov 28, 202241 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Kyler Murray, Hollywood Brown Expected Back

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.

Nov 25, 202236 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Hard Knocks Reax: Episode 3

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.

Nov 24, 202238 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Buenos Dias ‘Monday Night Football’

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.

Nov 18, 202233 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Hard Knocks Reax: Episode 2

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.

Nov 17, 202234 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - The Real McCoy

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.

Nov 14, 202247 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Potential Battle Of The Backups Sunday

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.

Nov 11, 202240 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Hard Knocks Reax: Episode 1

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.

Nov 10, 202236 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

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.

Nov 7, 202237 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Not A Rematch, But A Chance At Redemption

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.

Nov 4, 202242 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Hard Knocks Arrives

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.

Nov 2, 202233 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Too Many Mistakes In Minnesota

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.

Oct 31, 202242 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - A 70s Show Reboot Needed This Week

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.

Oct 28, 202235 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Where Are The Big Plays?

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.

Oct 26, 202237 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Hopkins Helps Harness Home Win

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.

Oct 21, 202238 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Welcome Back, DeAndre Hopkins

Ep. 605 - It’s been a long wait, going all the way back to late last season. Well, the wait is finally over. DeAndre Hopkins makes his return against the New Orleans Saints on Thursday Night Football. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck breakdown the Week 7 matchup. They, of course, focus a lot of their talk on what it may mean for Kyler Murray and the offense overall to have Hopkins back on the field. Also, which quarterback will the Cardinals defense face? Andy Dalton? Jameis Winston? At the moment, there is no definitive word coming out of New Orleans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 19, 202233 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Not Sleepless But Offensive Less In Seattle

Ep. 604 - Three points. Three points against one of the worst defenses in the league. Yeah, it was frustrating on Sunday; and it’s been frustrating all season. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look back at the 19-9 loss at the Seattle Seahawks. Also discussed: the return of DeAndre Hopkins and the trade for Robbie Anderson and what that might mean for the offense. Plus, the guys touch on another great effort by the defense, the decision not to kick field goals and what to expect from the New Orleans Saints on Thursday Night Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 17, 202246 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Homefield Advantage In Seattle?

Ep. 603 - Five times over their last seven visits to the Pacific Northwest the Cardinals earned the win. What’s it going to take for that success to continue on Sunday? Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi break down the Week 7 matchup at Lumen Field. Like the Cardinals, the Seahawks are 2-3. They have one of the better offenses in the league led by the NFL’s No. 1-rated quarterback, Geno Smith. The Seahawks defense is a different story, however. That’s where the Cardinals have the advantage, and need to exploit that advantage.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 14, 202235 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Running Back Roulette

Ep. 602 – And now we know why the Cardinals decided to keep five running backs. Jonathan Ward is on injured reserve. James Conner and Darrel Williams are dealing with injuries. That leaves Eno Benjamin and Keaontay Ingram as the only healthy backs on the active roster. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck both believe Benjamin is ready to be RB1 if called upon. Ingram remains more of a mystery after flashing during the preseason. Also, Grialou and Sureck wonder aloud why the team held a walk-through rather than a practice on Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 12, 202232 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Not Playing Complimentary Football

Ep. 601 - Another slow start. Another game in which the Cardinals played from behind. And yet, there was a chance at the end before what would ultimately become another disappointing outcome. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss the 20-17 loss to the still undefeated Philadelphia Eagles. The final drive is analyzed. The defense is praised; however, one more stop was needed. And when it comes to the offense, is it time for radical change? Calvisi offers up a suggestion or two or three.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 10, 202241 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - The Zach Ertz Revenge Game

Ep. 600 - Drafted by the Eagles. He won a Super Bowl with the Eagles. On Sunday, Zach Ertz will play against the Eagles for the first time in his nine-year career. “I don’t think the emotion has hit me,” he said. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi both predict a big game for Ertz. That, obviously, is the main storyline here in Week 5, but the guys also discuss the Cardinals looking to end a seven-game home losing streak, avoiding yet another slow start and putting a dent in the Eagles’ (4-0) undefeated record.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 7, 202228 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Reinforcements On The Way

Ep. 599 - Wide Receiver. Cornerback. Two positions the Cardinals could use some help at, either because of injuries or just a lack of depth. On Wednesday, wide receiver Antoine Wesley and cornerback Antonio Hamilton returned to the practice field after each had missed the first four games on injured reserve. Whether one, or both, will be ready to play on Sunday is still to be determined, but that did not stop Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck from discussing their impact once in uniform. Other topics included the week’s first injury report and some initial thoughts on the Philadelphia Eagles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 202236 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Defense Cages Panthers In Carolina

Ep. 598 - Never apologize for winning on the road. That’s the saying, right? The Cardinals improved to 2-0 on the road this season, beating the Panthers in Carolina, 26-16. And, once again, it was the defense leading the way. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi highlight the performances of Zach Allen and J.J. Watt, among others. The defense needed to play well with the offense, again, stuck in neutral during the first half. Kyler Murray and company didn’t start rolling until the third quarter; and when they did, it was fun to watch. Overall, it’s good to be 2-2.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 3, 202245 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Let’s Reverse The Carolina Curse

Ep. 597 - Home. Road. It just has not mattered. The Cardinals have not been able to beat the Carolina Panthers. That needs to change this week. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss what the Cardinals need to do to end what has become a six-game losing streak in the series. Complicating this season’s matchup is the weather. Rain is in the forecast. How, if at all, does that change what the Cardinals plan to do on offense? Maybe run the ball more? Defensively, it is very clear what needs to happen: stop, or at least contain, running back Christian McCaffrey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 30, 202236 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - To Run Or Not To Run

Ep. 596 - That is the question, right? And it is a question that has been discussed before on the show when it comes to Kyler Murray’s rushing attempts. But something changed on Wednesday where the question needed to be asked again. And it was Murray himself who initiated the change, telling reporters he wouldn’t mind a few more designed runs. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck wonder aloud if that may be the answer to help spark the offense. Also, they go over the latest injury report which includes good news and bad news on the wide receiver front.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 202235 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Hooray For Hollywood (Brown), But Not Much Else

Ep. 595 - Despite Hollywood Brown’s best efforts, the Cardinals were once again on the short end against the Los Angeles Rams. And, once again, it was another slow start—both on offense and defense—that ultimately doomed the team. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look back at the 20-12 loss at State Farm Stadium. The offense isn’t scoring points and the defense isn’t stopping the opponent from scoring in the first quarter of games. The bright spot, though, had to be Brown’s career-high 14 catches on a career-high 17 targetsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 26, 202243 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - NFC West Play Begins

Ep. 594 - Which Cardinals team shows up on Sunday? Will it be the one that looked listless in Week 1 and through the first two quarters last week? Or the one that battled back from a 20-point halftime deficit against the Raiders? Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi hope it’s the latter, especially with this week’s visit by the defending Super Bowl champion Los Angeles Rams. The two breakdown the first division game of the season. The key matchups include, the obvious one, the offensive line trying to slow down Aaron Donald plus Byron Murphy perhaps on an island with Cooper Kupp. By the way, like the Cardinals, the Rams are 1-1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 23, 202237 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - A Handful Of Running Backs

Ep. 593 - Five running backs on the initial 53-man roster was eye-opening. Heading into Week 2, the Cardinals still have that same number occupying the running back room. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss, in hindsight, why it should not have been a surprise to see the team keep five running backs. Yes, James Conner is the starter, but Eno Benjamin and Darrel Williams both are more than capable. Also, are the Cardinals capable of faster starts? The first halves of each of the first two games of the season have been less than ideal. Just one touchdown scored in four quarters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 202234 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Jackpot! Kyler Murray, Defense Win Big In Las Vegas

Ep. 592 - Here’s hoping that what happens in Vegas does not stay in Vegas; at least how the Cardinals performed in the second half and overtime of Sunday’s 29-23 win at Allegiant Stadium. It was truly a tale of two halves. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss the two games that were played against the Las Vegas Raiders. Kyler Murray was outstanding with both his arm and his legs; the latter providing several viral moments. Byron Murphy, J.J. Watt, Isaiah Simmons and the entire defense stepped up. It was just one win, but it may be a win that changes the course of the rest of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 19, 202240 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Viva Las Vegas

Ep. 591 - Everyone who visits Las Vegas wants to win, or at least come out ahead. The Cardinals are no exception. Their win, though, needs to be on the field. After a poor performance in Week 1, the Cardinals hope they have corrected the many mistakes they made. No team wants to begin the regular season with two losses. So what must happen? Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi breakdown Sunday’s matchup against the Raiders. The Chandler Jones storyline is an obvious one. The Cardinals need to limit the Raiders pass rush and generate one themselves in their first-ever visit to Allegiant Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 16, 202237 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Seeing Chandler Jones In Silver And Black

Ep. 590 - For six seasons, D.J. Humphries and Chandler Jones competed against one another in practice. On Sunday, they’ll do so once again, though this time it will be in a game. The two are no longer teammates. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck look ahead to this week’s reunion with the franchise’s all-time sacks leader; plus what Kyler Murray had to say about “one of the best teammates I’ve ever been around.” Also discussed, whether or not the Cardinals’ road success last season carries over to this season and why Patrick Mahomes winning player of the week honor rubs salt in the wound.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 202234 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Week 1 ‘Not Cardinal Football’

Ep. 589 - Well, that was not what anyone expected to see on Sunday. It’s one thing to lose. It’s another to get outplayed in every phase of the game. And the Cardinals were certainly outplayed in a 44-21 season-opening loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi give their thoughts, starting with a defense that is undermanned. They then shift their attention to the offense, which was held to just seven points through three quarters. Overall, where do the Cardinals go from here? The guys revisit Dennis Gardeck’s postgame comments.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 12, 202234 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Murray, Mahomes Matchup Must-See

Ep. 588 - For the first time in their careers, Kyler Murray and Patrick Mahomes will go head-to-head. It is one of the more intriguing matchups in Week 1. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi break down Sunday's game at State Farm Stadium. Now while the two quarterbacks and their respective offenses have received much of the attention this week, the guys make sure not to neglect the defenses. In fact, defense may be the determining factor. Both teams have major question marks on that side of the ball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 9, 202239 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - It’s Game Week, Finally

Ep. 587 - The regular season is here. The question, though, ahead of Week 1 is who might not be available on Sunday. There are still a handful of players—key players—who are missing from practice. And while it is only mid-week, Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss the potential of not having a J.J. Watt or Markus Golden or Trayvon Mullen on the field against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs. Also, Trace McSorley just became the team’s No. 2 quarterback. How worrisome is that should something happen to Kyler Murray?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 7, 202232 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Pass Rush By Committee

Ep. 586 - Losing Chandler Jones hurt. That’s not debatable. So how do the Cardinals effectively rush the quarterback this season? Head coach Kliff Kingsbury said “there’s a bunch of guys” who can get into the backfield. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss the team’s options, from Markus Golden and Dennis Gardeck to perhaps Zaven Collins, Isaiah Simmons and Zach Allen. All will be needed. Also, the guys re-examine the roster given the number of moves made this week plus update the status on a handful of injured starters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 1, 202243 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Decision Time

Ep. 585 - Between now and Tuesday at 1 p.m. MST, several roster decisions will be made. There are a number of tough calls, which is a good problem to have if you’re the front office and coaching staff. So, just what will the initial 53-man roster look like? Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi, who survived Nashville, give their thoughts. They go position-by-position. Are there positions where the team might decide to go light at in order to go heavy somewhere else, i.e. wide receiver and outside linebacker? Playing general manager is much easier than being general manager.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 29, 202258 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Country Music, Cowboy Boots And Preseason Football

Ep. 584 - A near week-long stay in Nashville, or Nashvegas if you prefer, comes to an end on Saturday when the Cardinals play the Tennessee Titans in the preseason finale for both teams. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi, who joins from the Music City, talk about who they hope to see on the field. This is the final evaluation for a handful of players battling for roster spots, namely those in the running back, wide receiver, outside linebacker and cornerback rooms. The final 53-man roster gets set next week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 26, 202230 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Bird Battle Belongs To Baltimore

Ep. 583 - So, the Cardinals could not end the league’s longest preseason winning streak; a streak that now stands at 22 straight games. The team, though, did have a number of players flash. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss who stood out to them, from fourth-year wide receiver Andy Isabella to undrafted rookie inside linebacker Chandler Wooten. Plus, the guys chat about the alternate black helmets, brand-new video board and look ahead to the this week's joint practices with the Tennessee Titans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 22, 202236 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Camp Closed

Ep. 582 - Four weeks. Seventeen practices. Training camp at State Farm Stadium is done. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss what stood out and, maybe more importantly, who stood out; and are there still questions or concerns with this team? Also, they get everyone ready for preseason Game No. 2 on Sunday, a nationally televised contest against the Baltimore Ravens that will highlight the alternate black helmets plus brand-new video board in the north end zone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 20, 202225 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Ring Of Honor To Welcome Mr. B

Ep. 581 - Bill Bidwill, the longtime owner of the Cardinals franchise, will become the newest member of the team’s Ring of Honor this season. Bidwill will be inducted on September 11th, that’s Week 1 against the Kansas City Chiefs. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss the impact Mr. B made not only here in Arizona but across the NFL. Also, the guys look ahead to the second preseason game—who will and who will not play—plus the on-and-off field relationship between Kyler Murray and Hollywood Brown should make for an easy transition for Brown within the offense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 19, 202217 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - Preseason Positives From Game One

Ep. 580 - From Victor Dimukeje on defense to Trace McSorley, Jonathan Ward and Greg Dortch on offense as well as Dortch on special teams, the Cardinals had a number of players flash in the preseason opener. Craig Grialou and Darren Urban, who made the trip to Cincinnati, look back at Friday’s win. There were a number of positives. Also, the guys discussed the history made at Monday’s practice: the debut of alternate black helmets plus Kyler Murray and Hollywood Brown practiced together for the first time in training camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 15, 202228 min

Cardinals Cover 2 - We’re On To Cincinnati

Ep. 579 - With a nod to Bill Belichick, the Cardinals play their preseason opener on Friday, and they will do so in Cincinnati at what was formerly known as Paul Brown Stadium. The renamed Paycor Stadium will feature a number of the young players trying to attract coaches’ attention; only a handful of starters are expected to see reps. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss who they are most interested to see, including quarterbacks Trace McSorely and Jarrett Guarantano. Who might emerge as the No. 3 signal caller behind Kyler Murray and Colt McCoy?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 10, 202228 min