The Rise Up, See Red podcast

In this episode of the 2026 Cardinals opponent preview series, Jess brings on Niners Wire lead writer Kyle Madson to talk about the San Francisco 49ers, whom the Cardinals face in Weeks 3 and 18. They discuss the injury-filled but successful 2025 season, changing defensive coordinators again, free agency, the draft and expectations for 2026. (1:00) The 49ers' 2025 season (10:35) A new defensive coordinator, free agency and the draft (28:33) Expectations for 2026 Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the 2026 Cardinals opponent preview series, Jess brings on Commanders Wire lead writer Bryan Manning to talk about the Washington Commanders, whom the Cardinals face in Week 11 at home. They discuss the disappointing 2025 season and Jayden Daniels, moving on from Kliff Kingsbury, free agency, the draft and expectations for 2026. (1:00) The Commanders' 2025 season (4:48) A new offensive coordinator, free agency and the draft (17:30) Expectations for 2026 Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jacoby Brissett got a new contract paying him more than $15 million after a contract standoff all offseason. Jess and Seth react to the news and what it means for 2026. They also discuss what we can take away so far from training camp after a week. (1:00) Jacoby Brissett's contract (21:32) Early takeaways from training camp Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the 2026 Cardinals opponent preview series, Jess brings on Chiefs Wire contributing writer Ed Easton Jr. to talk about the Kansas City Chiefs, whom the Cardinals face in Week 11 on the road. They discuss the disappointing 2025 season, the change in offensive coordinator, free agency, the draft and expectations for 2026. (1:00) The Chiefs' 2025 season (11:38) The return of Eric Bienemy, free agency and the draft (31:44) Expectations for 2026 Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the 2026 Cardinals opponent preview series, Jess brings on Seahawks Wire lead writer Kole Musgrove to talk about the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks, whom the Cardinals face in Weeks 2 and 9. They discuss their Super Bowl run, their offseason moves in free agency and the draft, as well as expectations for the 2026 season. (1:00) The Seahawks' 2025 season (15:07) Losing Klint Kubiak, free agency, the 2026 draft (30:27) Expectations for 2026 Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Arizona Cardinals open training camp, so Jess and Seth talk about what to know as the competition begins. They discuss the biggest stories surrounding Cardinals players as camp begins. They go over the biggest roster and position battles, and they talk about the players on the roster with the most to prove. Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the 2026 Cardinals opponent preview series, Jess brings on Broncos Wire lead writer Jon Heath to talk about the Denver Broncos, whom the Cardinals face in Week 7 at home. They discuss the Bronco' 2025 season, their offseason moves in free agency and the draft, as well as expectations for the 2026 season. (1:00) The Raiders' 2025 season (14:40) Klint Kubiak, free agency, the 2026 draft (27:09) Expectations for 2026 Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode of the 2026 Cardinals opponent preview series, Jess brings on Raiders Wire lead writer Levi Damien to talk about the Las Vegas Raiders, whom the Cardinals face in Week 17 at home. They discuss the Raiders' 2025 season, their coaching change, offseason moves in free agency and the draft, as well as expectations for the 2026 season. (1:00) The Raiders' 2025 season (14:40) Klint Kubiak, free agency, the 2026 draft (27:09) Expectations for 2026 Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Arizona Cardinals face the Detroit Lions at State Farm Stadium in Week 5, so in the yearly opponent preview series, Lions Wire lead writer Josh Helmer joins Jess on the show to talk about the disappointing 2025 season, the coordinator change in the offseason, the Lions' work in free agency and the draft, and expectations for the 2026 season. (1:00): The Lions' 2025 season (10:00): The change to Drew Petzing as OC, free agency, 2026 draft (27:57): Expectations for the Lions in 2026 Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In another of our yearly offseason opponent preview shows, Jess is joined by Saints Wire lead writer John Sigler for the second summer in a row. They talk about the Cardinals' Week 16 opponent, the New Orleans Saints, looking at what happened in 2025, their offseason moves in free agency and the draft, and discussing expectations for the Saints in 2026. Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Arizona Cardinals play the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 1. As part of our opponent preview series for 2026, Jess is joined by Chargers Wire lead writer Gavino Borquez to talk about the Chargers' 2025 season, their offseason moves and expectations for the 2026 seasons. (1:00) The Chargers' 2025 season (10:47) The Chargers' offseason — free agency and the draft (24:05) Expectations for the Chargers' 2026 season Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Arizona Cardinals announcing their training camp schedule with seven open practices, Jess and Seth react to the schedule and the reduced number of practices that fans can attend. They also talk about what the Cardinals need to do before training camp begins on July 22. Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Longtime Arizona Cardinals radio play-by-play announcer Dave Pasch is stepping down and moving to an exclusive role at ESPN. Jess and Seth react to the news and discuss who could replace him. They also talk about the NFL's decision to deny QB Brendan Sorsby entry into the supplemental draft. Why did they do it? Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jess and Seth take a look at Brendan Sorsby as a quarterback prospect, as he has decided to apply for the NFL supplemental draft instead of continuing his court battle to maintain eligibility to play for Texas Tech. What sort of a prospect is he, and should the Arizona Cardinals take a shot on him in the supplemental draft? (1:00) Brendan Sorsby's career and who he is as an NFL QB prospect (20:36) Should the Cardinals take Sorsby? In what round? What does that change in the QB room? Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jess and Seth talk about Mike LaFleur canceling the final practice of minicamp and why that isn't a big deal. They also look at the new contract extension for Packers WR Christian Watson and how it impacts a potential new deal for Cardinals WR Michael Wilson. Should they even extend him this offseason? Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Arizona Cardinals reported for mandatory minicamp and both Jacoby Brissett and Josh Sweat reported. Jess and Seth discuss their offseason situations and whether their absence has been a distraction to the Cardinals. They also discuss other things heard and seen from minicamp this week. (1:00) Have Brissett and Sweat been a distraction? (20:43) Other mandatory minicamp topics Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jess Root is joined by Erin Coscarelli, one of the hosts of the Bleav in Rams podcast, and they talk about the LA Rams' trade for Myles Garrett. How much better are they after the move and do they need a championship to justify it? They also talk about the possibility of Aaron Donald unretiring and playing in 2026. Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow host Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and guest Erin Concsarelli (@erincoscarelli) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The LA Rams made the trade of the offseason this week by acquiring reigning Defensive Player of the Year Myles Garrett for Jared Verse and three draft picks. It impacts the NFC West race and the Arizona Cardinals. Jess and Seth break it down. They talk about why the Rams did it, whether it was the right move, and they go over how it impacts the Cardinals. (1:00) Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Linebacker Josh Sweat, the Arizona Cardinals' leader in sacks in 2025, has not been at OTAs. Jess and Seth talk about their level of concern with his absence and then go over whether the Cardinals should consider trading him. (1:00) Level of concern for Sweat's absence (16:02) Will the Cardinals trade Sweat and should they? Follow the show on X: @riseupseered Follow hosts Jess Root (@senorjessroot) and Seth Cox (@SCoxFB) on X as well Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With quarterback Jacoby Brissett sitting out of the voluntary part of the offseason for the Arizona Cardinals, seeking a new contract, Jess Root and Seth Cox go over what Brissett is doing, how much money he wants and what the Cardinals should do. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cards Wire's Howard Balzer interviews running back Jeremiyah Love, the Arizona Cardinals' first-round pick this year. They talk about OTAs, his new contract, expectations for 2026 and more.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jess and Seth look at the full Arizona Cardinals schedule and make their predictions for each game. (1:00) Games 1-4 (Seth predicts a win) (8:38) Games 5-8 (Jess predicts Cardinals' first win) (18:41) Games 9-13 heading into bye week (24:33) The final 4 games and expecting Carson Beck to finally start Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blake Murphy is joined by Bucky Brooks in order to talk about some of the changes that the Cardinals made this offseason and whether or not they were enough to fully turn the team around from its desolate state. They also get into some comversation about Carson Beck and whether or not his experience at both Georiga and Florida can be a serious asset for the Cardinals to use or if its all a farce. Tune in to Bleav in Cardinals NOW! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Arizona Cardinals' 2026 regular-season schedule was released on Thursday, and Jess and Seth broke it down. They run down the full schedule, they discuss why the league hates the Cardinals and then go over some of the positives they took away from the schedule. (1:00) The Cardinals' schedule and the silly schedule release video (8:17) Why the NFL hates the Cardinals (26:58) Some positives from the Cardinals' schedule Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The NFL will release the regular-season schedule this week. Jess and Seth talk about the Cardinals' strength of schedule, what we know about the teams they won't play in certain weeks, and then they try to predict how the schedule will turn out. 

With the name Aaron Rodgers bouncing around the Internet being possibly connected to the Arizona Cardinals, Jess and Seth talked about whether it would even be a good idea were the rumors actually founded on fact and not speculation. They also discuss the odds of winning Offensive Rookie of the Year for Jeremiyah Love and even Carson Beck, and go over what sort of expectations there should be for the Arizona defense. 

Jess and Seth continue with their review of the Arizona Cardinals' 2026 draft class, talking about their four Day 3 picks and the undrafted rookies they signed after the draft. 

Jess and Seth take the first of two shows to react to what the Arizona Cardinals in the 2026 NFL draft. They talk about the selection of Jeremiyah Love, the Rams selecting Ty Simpson and their Day 2 picks, guard Chase Bisontis and quarterback Carson Beck. 

Jess and Seth predict what will happen in the first round of the 2026 NFL draft with their own first-round mock draft. 

In another predraft show, Jess and Seth react to three big mock drafts that came out and what they project for the Cardinals. They talk about the Ty Simpson train that has begun to pick up momentum again and go over ideal draft scenarios. 

Jess and Seth wrap up their 2026 NFL draft preview series with the final position to look at — safeties (since they will not discuss punters, kickers and long snappers). They go over the top safeties in the draft expected to go in the first round, Day 2 prospects to know and Day 3 guys who could be targets for the Arizona Cardinals. 

Jess and Seth continue their 2026 NFL draft positional previews with the next group — cornerback. They talk about first-round prospects, guys to know on Day 2 and guys to know on Day 3 for the Cardinals. 

Jess and Seth continue the 2026 NFL draft preview series, looking at each position group and who to know for the Arizona Cardinals. In this episode, they talk about the off-ball linebackers in the draft, breaking them down by Round 1 prospects, Day 2 prospects and guys to know for Day 3. 

The 2026 NFL draft preview shows continue for Jess and Seth, this time talking about the edge rushers. They talk about Arvell Reese, David Bailey and Rueben Bain. They discuss first-round talents, guys to know on Day 2 and some to know on Day 3 for the Arizona Cardinals. 

The 2026 NFL draft preview shows continue as Jess and Seth talk about the defensive tackles in the draft class and who might be in the mix for the Arizona Cardinals. 

Continuing the 2026 NFL draft preview shows, Jess and Seth talk about the guard and center prospects to know for the Arizona Cardinals. 

The NFL draft preview shows continue, and in this episode, Jess and Seth talk about offensive tackles and the Arizona Cardinals, splitting them into Round 1 prospects, Day 2 players and Day 3 players. 

Jess and Seth continue their 2026 draft preview series and look at the tight end position. Who are Day 1 players, Day 2 prospects and guys on Day 3 to know about, especially for the Arizona Cardinals?

Jess and Seth continue their 2026 NFL draft preview, breaking down each position group, and talk about wide receivers. They go over the Round 1 receivers, players to know for Day 2 of the draft and players on Day 3 to know. 

The 2026 NFL draft preview shows continue as Jess and Seth go over different positions groups and how they figure for the Arizona Cardinals. In this show, they talk about the top-30 visits quarterbacks Ty Simpson and Carson Beck will have with the Cardinals and then go over the running back prospects in the draft to know. 

Jess Seth begin the process of talking about NFL draft prospects and how they match with the Arizona Cardinals. In this show, they talk quarterbacks, discussing Fernando Mendoza, Ty Simpson, Garrett Nussmeier, Carson Beck and others. 

Jess and Seth start talking NFL draft. First they discuss the sudden rise in interest in QB Ty Simpson, and how that relates to the Cardinals. Then they go position by position on the roster and discuss where in the draft the Cardinals have a need. 

Jess and Seth go position by position to determine whether or not, after the Cardinals have made their moves in free agency, each position group is improved or not. 

Since their last show, the Cardinals agreed to deals with free agents Devin Duvernay, Jack Gibbens and Andrew Billings. Jess and Seth talk about those addition, discuss which have been the Cardinals' best and weirdest moves in free agency and dive into the odds they will draft Ty Simpson

The Arizona Cardinals made more moves in free agency. Jess and Seth talk about the additions on the offensive line, the additions on defense, the players returning and give their moves grades. 

The Arizona Cardinals made early moves in free agency, agreeing to sign QB Gardner Minshew and RB Tyler Allgeier, as well as other players. Jess and Seth react to the moves. 

NFL free agency begins March 9 and the new league year begins on March 11. In their second Cardinals free agency preview, they look at each position on defense and special teams and go over the possibilities they have in free agency. 

NFL free agency begins March 9 with the legal negotiating period, and Jess and Seth break down the Arizona Cardinals' needs on the offensive side of the ball and some names to know. That includes quarterbacks! Hear the names to know for the Cardinals!

The Arizona Cardinals will release Kyler Murray at the start of the new league year, as Jess and Seth predicted months ago. This show is about his time — reacting to his tenure, determining possible landing spots and discussing what the Cardinals will do at QB in 2026. 

The Cardinals officially announced and introduced their coordinators. Jess and Seth react to what new head coach Mike LaFleur and his new coordinators said. They also talk about the groundbreaking ceremony and some interesting comments and observations. Finally, they go over potential salary cap cuts the Cardinals could and likely will make this offseason. 

The Cardinals retained defensive coordinator Nick Rallis, and Jess and Seth talk about that, both the positive and the negative. They also go over the Cardinals' offseason needs on defense and on special teams.