Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

Ep. 741 - The Cardinals head into Week 10 with a 3-5 record but plenty of momentum after a dominant Monday Night Football win over the Cowboys. Former Cardinals wide receiver Frank Sanders joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley at Flanker Kitchen and Sports Bar on the Great Lawn at State Farm Stadium to discuss Jacoby Brissett taking over as starter for the injured Kyler Murray, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s development, and the impressive debut of top draft pick Walter Nolen III. Wide receiver Michael Wilson also sat down with Calvisi to talk about his growing role in the offense, life as a new father, and how playing ping pong has helped his game. The show wraps up with a preview of Sunday's NFC West matchup against the Seahawks.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 942 - Breaking news on a Wednesday: The Arizona Cardinals placed starting quarterback Kyler Murry on injured reserve. Having already missed three games, Murray will now miss four more, at least four more as he deals with a foot issue. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss what the move means for Murray - he needs to get healthy, according to head coach Jonathan Gannon - as well as what the decision now means for Jacoby Brissett, who has operated the offense very well as the starter over the past three games. Also, Craig and Zach highlight the 2025 Draft Class, beginning with first-round pick Walter Nolen III, for their roles in the win over the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals showed that during the bye, they may have learned how to finish, on their way to an important win over the Cowboys. Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck serve up their thoughts on the victory, how the defense looked its best of the season, if they would ever bail on a movie before it is over, the huge debut of Walter Nolen III (and the ageless greatness of Calais Campbell), the crucial return of Garrett Williams, a frustrating (for Paul) Getting Cultured, the QB question and Jacoby Brissett earning the starting job for now, MHJ's jump, a tight Wise Guy, the big night from the rookie class, the impact of Emari Demercado, and AQ Shipley's Winning Behavior.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 165 - El ánimo está en alto tras la victoria en Monday Night Football ante los Cowboys. Mientras Kyler Murray continúa su proceso de recuperación, Jacoby Brissett ha tomado el mando y ha sabido mover a la ofensiva. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan cómo el equipo mantiene el impulso ganador y lo que necesitará para competir en Seattle ante unos duros Seahawks en el Lumen Field.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals ended their five-game losing streak with an impressive 27-17 road victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football. There were standout performances across the board, from pass rushers Josh Sweat and Calais Campbell to receivers Marvin Harrison Jr. and Trey McBride. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett also turned in another strong outing, as nearly everyone contributed to the win. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Rob Fredrickson break down how the Big Red pulled off the victory in Big D. Plus, rookie defensive lineman Walt Nolen III made a strong impression in his NFL debut, showing signs that he could be a key piece of the Cardinals' defensive line in the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Pasch and A.Q. Shipley provide instant reaction to the Cardinals 27-17 win over the Dallas Cowboys in Week 9 on Monday Night Football at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Paul Calvisi conducts exclusive locker room interviews with quarterback Jacoby Brissett and defensive lineman Calais Campbell. Plus, Pasch and Shipley speak exclusively with head coach Jonathan Gannon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 941 - There may be no better place for Kyler Murray to make his return than AT&T Stadium, where he has never lost in eight games as a starting quarterback; and that covers high school, college, and the NFL. If Murray does start - head coach Jonathan Gannon said they're preparing for just that - against the Dallas Cowboys on ‘Monday Night Football,' then that may be just the shot in the arm the Cardinals need to begin to dig themselves out of their 2-5 hole. Murray's return might not be the only return. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss the possibility of both Garrett Williams and Walter Nolen III playing this week. Also, Kyle Youmans, TV host/reporter for dallascowboys-dot-com, joins the show to further preview the matchup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 740 - Cardinals legend Adrian Wilson joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley at Flanker Kitchen and Sports Bar on the Great Lawn at State Farm Stadium to discuss playing after a bye week, competing under the lights of Monday Night Football, and what Kyler Murray's return could mean for the offense. Wilson also reflected on the Cardinals' magical 2008 Super Bowl run. Rookie Will Johnson talked with Calvisi about his first NFL season, his confidence, and how his 2025 NFL Draft snub continues to fuel him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 940 - Coming off the bye week, yes, changes have been made. Minor changes. Some tweaks. Nothing major or dramatically different. That's what we've heard from coaches and players leading into the game at the Dallas Cowboys. And that's about all we've heard. No specifics. That's OK, because Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck did get into specifics; ideas that they have that may help the team dig itself out of a 2-5 hole. For example, a more efficient run game (which has been a season-long topic). And then Craig and Dani discuss what a soon-to-be returning Garrett Williams may mean for the defense. Following that discussion, stay tuned to hear what Dani and the Sureck Family are dressing up as for Halloween.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 164 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan al siguiente rival: los Dallas Cowboys, en una noche especial de Monday Night Football. Tras la semana de descanso, los Cardenales llegan con las alas recargadas y listos para volver a volar sobre Texas. Porque sí… el vuelo se reactiva, y más vale que los Cowboys se agarren el sombrero.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Calvisi's timbre is struggling, and so too might be these attempts at dog names our titanic trio consider. But Paul, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck are back from the bye to discuss the 10-game final stretch of the season. That starts with a trip to Dallas and a return - we think - of Kyler Murray at quarterback, as well as the potential of Walter Nolen III maybe making a comeback, Getting Cultured with all y'all, Budda and JT and roles if Garrett Williams returns, the hellacious Cowboys offense and how to deal, BJ Ojulari finally getting his practice window opened, another Wise Guy, the NFL's loss of Cam Skattebo, the attrition of the league, Ravens coming back from 2-5 and what the Cardinals could still do at 2-5, and revisiting summer bold predictions (yikes.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The bye week is over and the Arizona Cardinals are back in the building preparing for Monday Night Football in Dallas. Will they have their starting quarterback back on the field? Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and former Cardinals linebacker Lorenzo Alexander discuss if this will be the week Kyler Murray returns from injury. If so, it might be the perfect matchup as Murray has never lost a game at AT&T Stadium coupled with the Cowboys' defensive struggles; Trey McBride's continuing impact on the offense; and how can the defense improve late in games and affect the quarterback at a higher level. Plus, the Cardinals are getting healthier as the practice windows for cornerback Garrett Williams and linebacker BJ Ojulari will open this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 739 - The Cardinals enter their bye week with a 2–5 record after dropping five straight games, all in heartbreaking fashion. How will they bounce back in the second half of the season? Paul Calvisi and Zach Gershman break it down. Plus, extended conversations with head coach Jonathan Gannon and radio color analyst A.Q. Shipley on what needs to change to start finishing games and add wins down the stretch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 939 - So, this Sunday is National Tight Ends Day. And because the Arizona Cardinals don't play on Sunday - more on that in a moment - Trey McBride doesn't get to celebrate the day. Not to worry, Bird Gang. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman do their best to celebrate both the player and the person. McBride is among the best tight ends in the league, something he's shown over the past season-and-a-half. As the saying goes, the sky's the limit for McBride. Also, Craig and Zach discuss where McBride and the Cardinals are heading into the bye week; what history might tell us about teams that start 2-5; and then detail Wednesday's news about Larry Fitzgerald moving on to the next phase of Hall of Fame voting for the 2026 class.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals hit the bye and Paul Calvisi is offering up his support services to Darren Urban and Dani Sureck. As they process their emotions of the first seven weeks, the trio chat about vibes in the locker room, the finish against the Packers and how it still isn't enough, the search for closers on the roster, what changes Jonathan Gannon and the coaches can implement at the break, Getting Cultured with thievery, Kyler Murray and Jacoby Brissett, the Micah Parsons experience, Zay Jones, and Mike Wilson pop,  a Cardinals hoops-themed Wise Guy, the excellence of Trey McBride, the surging NFC West, Winning Behavior, and Dani's sad shoe story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Following a close 27-23 loss to the Green Bay Packers, the Cardinals have now dropped five straight games as they head into a much-needed bye week. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Rob Fredrickson break down Sunday's defeat and discuss what went wrong. While the offense moved the ball effectively, it failed to score in the final moments. Tight end Trey McBride stood out with one of the best performances of his career, but once again, the defense couldn't protect a fourth-quarter lead. The crew also looks ahead to a tough Monday Night Football matchup against the Cowboys in Dallas, a place where Kyler Murray has traditionally played well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 163 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan los retos que enfrentan los Cardenales tras una primera mitad de temporada intensa. Llega la BYE Week, ese momento clave para recuperar energía, hacer ajustes y reenfocar el rumbo. No se trata solo de descansar, sino de reajustar la brújula y volver con más fuerza.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 938 - Here we are again, Bird Gang. A one-score game. A one-score loss. Though say this for the Arizona Cardinals, they know how to make the end of games exciting. It's just that they are on the wrong side of these end-of-game scenarios. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look back at Sunday's 27-23 loss to the Green Bay Packers. The offense, with Jacoby Brissett once again leading the charge, played well until the final two possessions; credit a lot of that to Packers linebacker Micah Parsons, who spent way too much time in the Cardinals' backfield. Meanwhile, the Cardinals defense needed to make one more stop. Jordan Love, Josh Jacobs and Tucker Kraft made big plays down the stretch to help send the Cardinals to their fifth straight loss.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Pasch and A.Q. Shipley provide instant reaction to the Cardinals 27-23 loss to the Green Bay Packers in Week 7 at State Farm Stadium. Plus, Paul Calvisi conducts exclusive locker room interviews with running back Bam Knight, defensive lineman Dante Stills and head coach Jonathan Gannon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 937 - OK, so nothing definitive as of Friday regarding QB1 for this week. Kyler Murray practiced on a limited basis with a foot injury, which would appear to keep the door open for Jacoby Brissett to get a second straight start. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss what they think might happen when the Cardinals host the Green Bay Packers on Sunday. Also, the guys go over the rest of the injury report, a rather lengthy one at that, going into Week 7. Plus, they head into enemy territory. Rob Demovsky joins the show. He covers the Packers for ESPN. At 2-4 and having lost four in a row, the Cardinals are badly in need of a win, especially with the bye week coming up. A win over the Packers - how ever it may look - would greatly change the narrative around the team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 738 - Linebacker Mack Wilson Sr. joined Paul Calvisi to discuss his strong start to the 2025 season at middle linebacker, being named team captain, his favorite hit of the year, and what it will take to snap the Cardinals' four-game losing streak with a win over the Packers on Sunday at State Farm Stadium. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down Walter Nolen III's return to practice, Jacoby Brissett's impressive debut as starting QB, and the challenge of containing Green Bay stars Micah Parsons, Jordan Love and Josh Jacobs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 936 - It's been a little while - OK, a long while - since Walter Nolen III has been on the field. The Cardinals' first-round draft pick had his practice window opened on Wednesday, allowing him to be on the field with his teammates for the first time since the offseason. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss Nolen's return, including when he might play. Craig and Zach also touch on Darius Robinson coming back to practice; Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr. being limited participants at practice; and Kelvin Beachum's role now that Travis Vokolek has joined Tip Reiman on injured reserve; plus, the Melton brothers, Max and Bo, get reunited on Sunday and Mack Wilson Sr. is doing something no other player is doing through six games.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The weather is rough, but that just makes Paul Calvisi think about how the Cardinals need their own flurry of football as the Packers come to town. That'd be a nice way to snap a four-game skid by a total of nine points. Paul discusses such things with Darren Urban and Dani Sureck, as well as how an NFL season is more than one season, the Cardinals' battle to find a way to finish, the power rankings of what would be needed if there was a magic wand fix, the non-MHJ receivers stepping up, Dani culturing the guys, how the defense finds a way to make one crucial stop, when Kyler returns, getting back to normal on The Wise Guy, the power of Big Play Trey, Winning Behavior, and the historical importance of graveyards. Really.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals are still looking for answers after a 31-27 loss to the Colts on Sunday, their fourth straight defeat. Backup QB Jacoby Brissett, filling in for the injured Kyler Murray, led the offense to 400 total yards, but it wasn't enough. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and Zach Gershman break down the strong offensive showing and examine the defense's ongoing fourth-quarter struggles. They also preview Sunday's matchup against the Green Bay Packers at State Farm Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 162 - Cada semana es una nueva oportunidad para demostrar quién eres. En este episodio, Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú desmenuzan el reto ante los Packers de Green Bay, un rival peligroso que pondrá a prueba la fortaleza y el corazón de los Cardenales. La batalla continúa en el nido.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 935 - New week. Same result. And same issue: The Arizona Cardinals have yet to find the answer in how to finish games. Sometimes it's the offense and sometimes it's the defense. On Sunday, it was both. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi look back at Sunday's 31-27 loss at the Indianapolis Colts. The offense, with backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett, who earned the coveted Angry Bird Award, played well for large stretches of the game, but needed to make one more play. The defense, tough to move the football against in the first half, failed to get off the field in the fourth quarter. They, too, needed to make one more play, one more stop.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Pasch and A.Q. Shipley provide instant reaction to the Cardinals 31-27 loss to the Indianapolis Colts in Week 6 at Lucas Oil Stadium. Plus, Paul Calvisi conducts exclusive locker room interviews with wide receiver Zay Jones, cornerback Will Johnson and head coach Jonathan Gannon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 934 - So, there's Jonathan Gannon's return, Jacoby Brissett's return, but it's the return of Marvin Harrison Jr. that has grabbed the most headlines this week. Harrison returns to Indianapolis on Sunday and plays his first regular season game at Lucas Oil Stadium, the place where his Hall of Fame father had so much success with the Colts. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman look ahead to the Week 6 matchup, including going into enemy territory. They speak with Stephen Holder, who covers the Colts for ESPN. But first, who will be QB1 for the Cardinals? Who will be throwing passes to Harrison? Will it be Kyler Murray, who has missed most of practice this week because of a foot injury, or will it be Jacoby Brissett?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 737 - Running back Zonovan “Bam” Knight made the most of his opportunities on Sunday against the Titans, scoring his second career touchdown and first as a member of the Cardinals. Knight joins Paul Calvisi to discuss how the Cardinals can bounce back from the tough loss to Tennessee, what it meant to make the 53-man roster out of training camp, and the team's confidence in quarterback Jacoby Brissett if he needs to step in for the banged up Kyler Murray. They also touch on the strength of the 4-1 Colts defense. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down Marvin Harrison Jr.'s big-play ability, Brissett's familiarity with the offense, and how the Cardinals can work to contain Daniel Jones, Jonathan Taylor, and the rest of the Colts' offensive weapons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 933 - It's still early in the week, but it's never good when your starting quarterback misses practice. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss Kyler Murray's absence because of a foot injury; the confidence head coach Jonathan Gannon has in backup Jacoby Brissett; and what the offense might look like with Brissett under center. That's all hypothetical right now. What will be an adjustment for the offense is not having Tip Reiman, who's been placed on injured reserve because of an ankle injury. Also, Craig and Dani talk about Will Hernandez's return to the lineup, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s return to Indianapolis, and just how well the Colts are playing both on offense and defense.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Calvisi is asking WTF - what the football - for all the odd things happening around the sport, college and NFL. That includes the Cardinals' hard-to-describe loss to the Titans. PC is joined by Darren Urban and Dani Sureck to discuss the cornucopia of events that led to the result, the idea of finishing but also not letting it be that close, some pigskin-related Getting Cultured, Will Hernandez's successful return, the idea of letting K1 cook and the resurgence of the newest Indiana Jones, that Demercado drop, a memorable edition of The Wise Guy, Will Johnson comes back, Winning Behavior, Flacco to the Bengals, and Dani's upcoming reunion with the Colts' mascot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the one that slipped away. The Cardinals' heartbreaking 22-21 loss to the Tennessee Titans was a game they should have won and they know it. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Rob Fredrickson break down the key mistakes that led to the defeat. They also highlight what fueled the offense's strong start and how Marvin Harrison Jr. is beginning to look like the player everyone thought he was coming out of Ohio State in 2024. Plus, the Cardinals travel to Indianapolis this weekend to face a red-hot Colts team off to a 4-1 start. The crew previews what to expect in that matchup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 161 - Los Cardinals mantienen la mirada al frente. Tras dejar atrás el último juego, el equipo se prepara para un nuevo desafío. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan el ambiente en el nido y las claves para enfrentar a los Colts, un rival que pondrá a prueba el carácter de Arizona.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 932 - It was a great start. In fact, the Cardinals couldn't have started much better with three touchdowns on their first four possessions. And then the bottom fell out and the Cardinals couldn't finish, the story of the last three weeks. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman try - and they try real hard - to make sense of what happened, or better said, what didn't happen on Sunday as the Cardinals got walked off for the third straight game, 22-21, by the Tennessee Titans at State Farm Stadium. Was it play calling or play execution? Regardless, it's hard to win when, as both Jonathan Gannon and Kyler Murray said postgame, you keep shooting yourself in the foot. The Cardinals had the game won until they didn't.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Pasch and A.Q. Shipley provide instant reaction to the Cardinals 22-21 loss to the Tennessee Titans in Week 5 at State Farm Stadium. Plus, Pasch and Shipley conduct exclusive locker room interviews with linebacker Zaven Collins and head coach Jonathan Gannon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 931 - For fans and for media, yes, it's easy to maybe look past an opponent. For coaches and for players, no, their focus must be what's immediately in front of them and that's the Tennessee Titans. And what we've heard from all parties this week is that the Titans' winless record is not a reflection of the talent on the field. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman preview Sunday's matchup, including going into enemy territory. They speak with Jim Wyatt, senior writer/editor for tennesseetitans-dot-com. But before that conversation, though, Craig and Zach give the latest on second-year defensive lineman Darius Robinson, who is dealing with a chest injury he suffered against Seattle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 736 - Cardinals third-year cornerback Kei'Trel Clark has made an impact in recent weeks, contributing in both pass coverage and in the run game. He joined Paul Calvisi to talk about his confidence, emotional play, mental toughness, how the defensive scheme suits him, and what he's been able to learn from veterans like Budda Baker. Ron Wolfley also joins Calvisi to break down the tested running back depth, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s strong fourth quarter against Seattle, and what the Cardinals need to do to beat the visiting Tennessee Titans and rookie QB Cam Ward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 930 - No James Conner. And now no Trey Benson. The running back room has taken another hit, and a significant one at that. The role of RB1 will now be played by Emari Demercado, Michael Carter, and Bam Knight. And it may just take all three. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss where the Cardinals go from here, who might be asked to carry the load and whether the run game - slow to get going through four games - may look a little different minus Conner and Benson. Also, Craig and Dani react to what Marvin Harrison Jr. had to say speaking to reporters on Wednesday. We had not heard from Harrison since his fourth-quarter performance against the Seahawks. Did something finally click? Let's hope so.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 160 - La temporada regular avanza y ya estamos en la Semana 5. Nuestros Arizona Cardinals mantienen la mira fija en un objetivo: mejorar en cada juego y dar el máximo en el campo. Este domingo llega un nuevo reto, los Titans de Tennessee y para entender mejor lo que viene, Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan a detalle las claves del partido.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Cardinals come back to work following two harsh back-to-back losses, “radio guy” Paul Calvisi engages Darren Urban and Dani Sureck about how the Cardinals like making every single minute of every single game count. They also chat about how with the offense “(blank) is loading,” more use of 11 personnel and what - if anything - that means, correctable vs concerning, marriage talk in Getting Cultured, the MHJ roller coaster, a thrilling edition of The Wise Guy, the Cardinals' new training facility for 2028, adapting during the minibye, more Trey McBride and the running back situation, Bilal Nichols in the DL mix, Winning Behavior (or lack thereof), and Paul's unfortunate use of ChatGPT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Defensive lineman Calais Campbell is four games into his 18th NFL season and still playing at a high level. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Lorenzo Alexander break down Campbell's early impact, including his three sacks and four tackles for loss. They also discuss the team's sixth-ranked scoring defense, what the offense needs to improve, and how Marvin Harrison Jr. is building momentum after a strong fourth quarter against the Seahawks last week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 929 - Yes, the offense needs to be better. Head coach Jonathan Gannon made that clear after Thursday night's loss to the Seattle Seahawks, and he has repeated the sentiment since. The question is what needs to “change and adapt” and, maybe more importantly, how much change is needed. Craig Grialou - back from a big ‘change' in his own life - and Zach Gershman discuss what they think may change with the offense, though both agree that whatever may change that it will be minor; it's too hard to make major changes midseason. Also, there was both good and not-so-good news at Monday's bonus practice; a couple of players returned from injury but then there were a couple of players who were not seen during the open portion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 928 - In just five days, the Arizona Cardinals have suffered two heartbreaking losses that both came down to their opponents making last second field goals. Dani Sureck and Zach Gershman are here to break down what happened in the Cardinals' 23-20 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football. The offense sputtered for the first three quarters; Marvin Harrison Jr. was able to rebound in the fourth quarter after struggling in the early stages of the game; the defense played well but weren't able to come up with that crucial stop late. Plus, some notes on Friday from the head coach Jonathan Gannon on what's working and not working after watching the tape and a bit of an update on players on the PUP list.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.