Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

Ep. 783 - For the second straight year under head coach Jonathan Gannon, the Cardinals will practice against another team in the preseason. Joint practices with the Colts will be held on both Wednesday and Thursday ahead of the teams playing a preseason game on Saturday in Indianapolis. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss the value of joint practices, which - at least in the preseason - have become far more important than games when it comes to the evaluation process. One of the players most excited about the joint practices is rookie defensive lineman Darius Robinson. He has been fun to watch on the field and listen to off the field. Also, keep an eye out for another defensive lineman, Roy Lopez, who earned high praise from Gannon earlier in the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Training Camp is officially in the rearview mirror and the Preseason is here. The Cardinals had their first matchup of the Preseason against the New Orleans Saints, a game in which Arizona would lose by a final score of 16-14 on a Saints field goal in the final seconds. Craig Grialou and Rob Fredrickson break down what they saw on Saturday night including: Darius Robinson's disruptive NFL debut, Xavier Thomas' ability to generate pressure off the edge and the ongoing battle for the backup QB spot between Desmond Ridder and Clayton Tune. The guys also discuss what rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. could learn even though he played just three snaps and didn't touch the ball. Plus a preview of the joint practices this week between the Cardinals and the Indianapolis Colts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 75 - Cardinals assistant general manager Dave Sears joins Dave Pasch to discuss some of the position battles happening in training camp, how the rookies fared in the preseason opener against the Saints and what he’s seen from Kyler Murray. Sears also talks about his background in scouting, his role with the Cardinals, and his long-standing relationship with GM Monti Ossenfort.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special edition of Cardinals Underground (a second pod coming Thursday this week in Indianapolis), Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck look for the best analogy for preseason football. Then it’s a discussion about the depth the Cards have brought in, the emotional reaction by the rookies in the first game, the comfiness of Clayton Tune and the backup QB battle, Michael Carter stands out, the noticeable depth improvement on the D-line, MHJ’s brief appearance, and the trio give their individual power polls on the new food offerings at State Farm Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 782 - For a first game, there was a lot to like in Saturday’s game against the New Orleans Saints. No, the Cardinals didn’t win - they lost 16-14 on a last-second field goal - but they competed; and more importantly, several players flashed. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss their biggest takeaways. Clayton Tune commanded the offense; Michael Carter looked fast; Darius Robinson and Xavier Thomas, a couple of rookies, were disruptive; and Dadrion Taylor-Demerson, aka Rabbit, lived up to his nickname. All was good to see in a game in which many of the starters didn’t play and may not play at all here in the preseason. The best news, though, is that the team came out “pretty clean” in terms of injuries, according to Jonathan Gannon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 781 - Sure, it’s the preseason. But it’s football. And it’s been missing from our lives for more than half the year. On Saturday, the Cardinals return to the field for their one and only preseason game at State Farm Stadium. So, with that in mind, Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck are joined by Mark McClune of Arizona’s Family, the new television home of the Arizona Cardinals. The three discuss their biggest takeaways from #CardsCamp; seeing Marvin Harrison Jr. and Darius Robinson in action, neither of whom have looked like a rookie; the competition to be Kyler Murray’s backup; and, of course, the new multi-year partnership with Arizona’s Family’s that includes preseason games and weekly Cardinals shows year-round.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 676 – Defensive lineman Dante Stills joins Paul Calvisi to discuss his second NFL training camp, the new-look defensive line and how he plans to build on a rookie year that saw him collect 47 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and 5 tackles for loss. Plus, Ron Wolfley and Calvisi talk about the battle for the backup QB position between Desmond Ridder and Clatyon Tune, the state of the offensive line and what to expect when the Cardinals host the Saints in the 2024 preseason opener on Saturday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 105 - Finaliza el training camp 2024 de los Cardenales de Arizona, es por eso que Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos presentan un ánalisis de todo lo que se vivió en el nido. Además en este episodio especial nos tienen una gran noticia relacionada con Irving Villanueva. Será acaso que se convierte en jugador? No te puedes perder nuestro podcast de esta semana.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 780 - It’s what Jonathan Gannon asks of his defense. Play with motor and violence. And on Wednesday, there may have been a little bit too much of the latter; at least there was between two players who were asked to leave the field mid-practice by the head coach. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss what happened and what stood out to them in the final open practice, which also was the final padded practice of #CardsCamp. The discussion began with the defensive line - Roy Lopez, L.J. Collier, and Darius Robinson among others - and then turned to the pass rush with the guys wondering if Mack Wilson Sr. might be an option. Plus, the competition to be QB2; Clayton Tune and Desmond Ridder will see plenty of reps in the preseason.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As training camp comes to a close this week, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck can only hope the weather breaks in Indianapolis next week when the Cardinals finally have outdoor practices. In the meantime, the trio talk about their top takeaways from camp - including Darius Robinson showing up, Paul’s quibbles with the depth chart (and Darren disagreeing along the way), the loss of BJ Ojulari and the signing of Marquis Haynes Sr., the possibility of a splashier trade in-season if needed, L.J. Collier’s rebound, joint practice fights, the QB2 battle, the CB2 battle, choices to make on the offensive line, the Indiana State Fair, and the thought of playing in Pitbull Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Cardinals defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch joins Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to shine the spotlight on players who are quietly putting together a solid training camp. Plus, discussions about how the Cardinals will try to replace LB BJ Ojulari after his season-ending knee injury, how newly-extended LB Zaven Collins fits into future plans, how CB Sean Murphy-Bunting is meshing with other members of the secondary and a tribute to new Hall of Famer Dwight Freeney who made a major impact during his short time in Arizona.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 779 - It’s often said that the most important relationship on a football team is the relationship between the head coach and the starting quarterback. From all accounts, the relationship between Jonathan Gannon and Kyler Murray is a good one. And perhaps better than good, according to NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero, who stopped by #CardsCamp recently for the network’s “Inside Training Camp” show. He then joined Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman for a candid conversation about the Cardinals, where they’re headed as well as Gannon, his coaching staff, what to expect from Murray and the offense plus talk about the rest of the NFC West and many of the bigger topics around the league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 778 - It’s not the news anyone wanted to hear. Second-year outside linebacker BJ Ojulari did indeed suffer a season-ending injury to his left knee at Friday’s practice. You hate it for the player, especially given how hard Ojulari worked during the offseason. You hate it for the team, which was relying on a big Year 1 to Year 2 jump from Ojulari, especially in terms of rushing the passer. So, now what? Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss the options before GM Monti Ossenfort. Do the Cardinals look internally? Do the Cardinals look outside the organization? And would that be a free agent, or a player acquired via a trade? Plus, there are no more questions about Zaven Collins’ future with the team and what or who stood out in the Red & White Practice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 777 - Kyler Murray throwing deep to Michael Wilson. James Conner running over a defender. Darius Robinson blowing up a run play. Mack Wilson Sr. picking off a pass at the line of scrimmage. There were plenty of highlights in Friday’s padded practice, the second time the Cardinals were in pads. Coaches were on headsets. The music was loud. It was, as Jonathan Gannon likes to say, a high tempo day. Unfortunately, it was also a day that saw BJ Ojulari go down; only hours after he was praised by the defensive coordinator. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss the good and the bad. Plus, they have a conversation about Garrett Williams’ role and what to expect with the new – dynamic – kickoff rule.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Conner is the clear RB1 for the Cardinals. What about the others in the running back room? Coach Autry Denson joined Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to discuss the depth at running back, what the coaching staff is looking to get out of the group, the importance of pass protection and special teams and much more. Plus, two-time Pro Bowler Lorenzo Alexander joins Grialou and Calvisi to talk about the Cardinals revamped defensive front, the relationship between Kyler Murray and OC Drew Petzing and the expectations for rookie receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 104 - El training camp de los Cardenales de Arizona sigue generando resultados positivos. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos dicen como han visto a la ofensiva y defensiva y de que manera ya todos están listos para el primer juego de pre temporada. El optimism sigue en el nido  y todos estamos subidos en el barco cardenal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 675 - Rookie cornerback Max Melton joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss his first NFL camp, his favorite coverage technique to play, taking pride in special teams, his love of cars and more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf chat about Paris Johnson's transition to left tackle, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s goals, Greg Dortch's ceiling and the linebacking duo of Kyzir White and Mack Wilson Sr.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 74 - Cardinals offensive lineman and former first-round draft pick Paris Johnson Jr. joins Dave Pasch to discuss the degree of difficulty found in his transition from right to left tackle, Kyler Murray's mindset and confidence at QB, the moment he knew his former Ohio State teammate Marvin Harrison Jr. was going to be a special player and the challenges of learning to speak both Mandarin Chinese and Portuguese.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 776 - Yes, it helps to have a franchise quarterback. And now a true No. 1 wide receiver. But the Cardinals offense in 2024 isn’t only Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr. There is so much more. And for Charles Robinson, Senior NFL Reporter for Yahoo Sports, the most important piece of the puzzle just may be offensive coordinator Drew Petzing; the person pulling the strings, so to speak. Robinson joined Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman during his recent visit to Cards Camp. Robinson visited last year and compares where the Cardinals were then compared to where they are now and where he believes the team is headed under the direction of both GM Monti Ossenfort and head coach Jonathan Gannon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A week into training camp, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck haven’t put the pads on themselves but watched the guys that did. The trio discuss the future of No. 12 – literally – as well as the top position battles early in camp, the first time the offensive and defensive lines got to hit each other, that improved (and underrated?) defensive line, Paul’s breakout players prediction (rated XX), the potential for roster additions and where that might be, Kyler’s obvious comfort level, MHJ’s quiet(?) camp, Hjalte Froholdt and Dani sharing protein knowledge, and a true Cinderella story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.