Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

Ep. 725 - When Kurt Warner came to Arizona in 2005, he was determined to reignite the success he once enjoyed with the St. Louis Rams. As a two-time MVP and Super Bowl champion, Warner faced the challenge of proving himself all over again. Defying expectations, he earned the starting role, quieted his critics, and ultimately guided the Cardinals to their first-ever Super Bowl appearance. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley explore the highs and lows of Warner’s time in Arizona—an unlikely chapter that cemented his legacy in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As training camp creeps closer – a week away! – Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck will soon have lots to opine about. But before that, for a final time, we go the speculation route as our trio break down their predictions in each of three categories: a player prediction, a game prediction, and a statistical prediction. What are the parameters? Well, there aren’t many guardrails, so the talent has a lot of room to roam. We hear about Michael Wilson, Josh Sweat and Kyler Murray, and as for the rest … you just gotta listen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Arizona Cardinals are running it back with nearly the same offensive personnel that they had in 2024. But with Kyler Murray, James Conner, Trey McBride and Marvin Harrison Jr., this unit has all the tools to be successful in 2025. Craig Grialou, Dani Sureck and Rob Fredrickson take a deeper look at the offense and who else will need to step up, particularly in the receiver room. Plus, the trio discuss Garrett Williams' ascension to not only the top of the Cardinals cornerback room, but to being one of the best corners in the NFL. Also, we take a look around the NFC West and gauge what the Cardinals' division rivals have done this offseason heading into the 2025 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 899 - They may be the one team in the division with the least amount of question marks - at least as we speak right now. They are the Los Angeles Rams. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman continue their annual offseason tradition of looking around the rest of the NFC West. Final stop: Los Angeles. Craig and Zach are joined by TheRams.com senior staff writer Stu Jackson. Among the topics the guys discuss: the addition of wide receiver Davante Adams and what his presence means for an offense led by quarterback Matthew Stafford and anchored by running back Kyren Williams. Meanwhile on defense, a handful of young players have helped fill the void left by Aaron Donald.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 724 - The 2003 season finale against the Vikings carried huge weight for the Cardinals. A loss meant securing the top pick in the 2004 NFL Draft, while a win would push them out of that prized position. Paul Calvisi recounts how an obscure Cardinals receiver delivered the most crucial play of his career, sending ripples through three NFL cities and reshaping the top of the 2004 Draft. What unfolded four months later would forever transform the trajectory of Cardinals history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 149 - El training camp está a la vuelta de la esquina y mientras tanto Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos hacen un recuento de todo lo que está sucediendo en el nido y también nos cuentan sobre la nueva experiencia de viaje del equipo diseñada para los fans que quieran ir al Monday Night Football vs. los Dallas Cowboys.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media has infiltrated our lives, but it wasn’t always that way. Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck go round robin to discuss, from the time the Cardinals moved to Arizona in 1988 to the emergence of social media around 2010, what non-football events, what non-sports events, and what Cardinals events in that time period would have been interesting to see play out on social media in real time. The Cardinals moments are all memorable anyway, but some of them could’ve been bonkers at the time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In two weeks, the Arizona Cardinals will report to State Farm Stadium for the start of training camp and will, unofficially, kick off the start of the football season. Craig Grialou, Zach Gershman and Rob Fredrickson look ahead to camp and what adding more friction, as Jonathan Gannon has alluded to, will look like. Plus, the guys discuss Josh Sweat cracking the NFL's Top 100 Players list and what other Cardinals might show up later, what a successful Cardinals offense should look like in 2025 and how Dadrion "Rabbit" Taylor-Demerson can make a jump in his second season while playing behind Budda Baker and Jalen Thompson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 898 - Yes, Brock Purdy remains the quarterback. Christian McCaffrey – healthy, by the way – is firmly entrenched at running back, and George Kittle is, well, George Kittle. Still, there will be a lot of new faces on the San Francisco 49ers in 2025. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman continue their annual offseason tradition of looking around the rest of the NFC West. Next stop: San Francisco. Craig and Zach are joined by Matt Barrows, who covers the 49ers for The Athletic. Among the topics the guys discuss: the overhaul of the defense, starting with its coordinator and remodeled D-line (sound familiar, Bird Gang?) Also, the wide receiver room is “a concern” and why it was important to lock up Purdy, Kittle and Fred Warner to long-term contract extensions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 723 - Each day, as Cardinals players head to practice, they pass by a powerful reminder of the team’s history — the last locker used by the legendary Pat Tillman. Preserved during 2015 renovations at the team’s Tempe headquarters, the locker was nearly lost to demolition. But thanks to a longtime employee who happened to be in the right place at just the right moment, it was rescued from the brink. Paul Calvisi shares the remarkable story behind the locker's survival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As our country’s birthday arrives, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck talk about what freedoms the Cardinals might have this season and how that could impact the season. How much freedom will DC Nick Rallis have in rushing four to get to the quarterback? How much freedom will Kyler Murray have to run the ball – or what freedom will Drew Petzing have to call some plays. The trio also discuss how free the Cardinals will be to exercise a deep passing game, and what will be the look at cornerback or will the Cardinals be free to sign a vet?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 148 - Ya se dieron a conocer las fechas para el training camp 2025 de nuestros Cardinals. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos dicen si nuestra ofensiva está lista para despegar alto esta próxima temporada. Son las últimas semanas de descanso antes de comenzar a darle con todo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 897 - Last year, the Seahawks made a coaching change. This offseason, they’ve shaken things up even more—bringing in a new quarterback and wide receivers. In short, the 2025 Seattle Seahawks will look quite different. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman kick off their annual offseason tour around the NFC West, starting with Seattle. They’re joined by Seahawks.com senior reporter John Boyle to break it all down. Topics include the arrival of quarterback Sam Darnold, wide receiver Cooper Kupp, and offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak—and what their presence means for an offense that still features its top two running backs. On defense, Seattle returns 10 of 11 starters, including Cardinals nemesis Leonard Williams, and has added veteran pass rusher DeMarcus Lawrence. The trio also looks at which of the Seahawks’ 11 draft picks could make an immediate impact.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 722 - Former Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to share his excitement about the Cardinals’ offensive potential. Edmonds praised Kyler Murray’s electrifying running ability and highlighted what makes James Conner such a force in the backfield. He also had high praise for tight end Trey McBride and opened up about what makes safety Budda Baker one of his favorite players in the league. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf broke down what could elevate Murray’s game to the next level and why defensive coordinator Nick Rallis’s scheme is tailor-made for a playmaker like Baker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 896 - If you’re wondering how Trey McBride is spending his summer break, then you might want to check out Nashville. He, along with teammates Elijah Higgins and Tip Reiman, is at TE University, a week-long event that brings together tight ends from around the league. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss the value of TEU, as well as the Sack Summit in Las Vegas, where Calais Campbell, BJ Ojulari and Darius Robinson are joined by the game’s top pass rushers. This is how players, despite being away from their respective teams, get ready for training camp. Also, have you checked out this week’s Mailbag on azcardinals.com? Dani answered your questions – and explained her answers on the show – about Kyler Murray, the offensive line, and what might the final 53-man roster look like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have questions before training camp? The Cardinals Underground crew has answers. Paul Calvisi, Dani Sureck, and Zach Gershman (filling in for the vacationing Darren Urban) discuss key topics like cornerback depth, the inside linebacker battle, Isaiah Adams' chances at right guard, Kyler Murray’s prime, expectations for edge rusher Josh Sweat, Calais Campbell’s return and Trey McBride’s involvement in Tight End University. Plus, we save time for Getting Cultured with Dani, Paul’s Power Poll of Ineptitude, and a few examples of winning—and not-so-winning—behavior.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Kyler Murray enters his seventh NFL season, he believes he's hitting his prime. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and 15-year NFL vet Lorenzo Alexander discuss what success looks like for the Cardinals QB. They also cover rookie expectations for defensive lineman Walter Nolen III, the role of the inside linebackers, and what makes Pro Bowl tight end Trey McBride so tough to defend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 895 - Given all the defensive additions, whether via free agency or the draft, it’s hard not to list the Arizona Cardinals among the most improved teams from last season. At least on paper. And here in June. What happens between now and when the season begins in September is anyone’s guess. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi – who thankfully made it to work after replacing a dead car battery – discuss where the team has improved the most; who among the second-year players they’re expecting the most improvement; why they aren’t surprised Will Johnson is predicted by some to make the all-rookie team; and why Jonathan Gannon said he wants more ‘friction’ in training camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longtime NFL defender Lorenzo Alexander, who played 15 seasons, joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the Cardinals' offseason. He discussed the team's additions to the defense, the return of his former teammate Calais Campbell, and how getting pressure with just four pass rushers could help defensive coordinator Nick Rallis. He also shared his thoughts on the young but talented group of cornerbacks. Plus, Calvisi and Wolfley talked about what more friction at training camp might look like, how running back Trey Benson plans to take advantage of his chances, and a surprising snub for Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 894 - Is it possible? Of course. Is it realistic? Good question. The Cardinals do like to run the ball, and if they can play from ahead more times than not, then Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman see no reason why to disagree with Trey Benson’s outlook on the season ahead for him and James Conner. Plus, Craig and Zach see plenty of benefits of having two starting-caliber running backs. Also part of Wednesday’s show, how former high school teammates Jordan Burch and Xavier Thomas are once again helping one another both on and off the field. And speaking of off the field, players spent a lot of time together away from the facility in the offseason. Will that matter in the regular season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.