Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

The Cardinals have begun their offseason program – Darren Urban is out after mangling his foot, but whatever – and Darren, Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck have noticed the Jonathan Gannon energy already. With the draft two weeks away, the trio discuss what might/could/should happen with the No. 3 pick and if a trade could happen, what it would be worthing moving down to 11, what a D-Hop trade may or...

The Cardinals have begun their first offseason strength and conditioning program under head coach Jonathan Gannon. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Drew Stanton talk about the first day and how it's just a small part of the big picture when trying to establish a new culture. Plus, the buzz is building around the No. 3 overall selection in the NFL Draft, Kyler Murray continues to grind in his rehab...

Ep. 606 - The Cardinals continue to prepare for the 2023 NFL Draft in search of difference makers and roster depth. Paul Calvisi, Ron Wolfley and Darren Urban discuss the latest news and notes surrounding the third overall pick. Plus, a closer look at the cornerback and defensive line positions, upcoming offseason workouts, the upside of Marco Wilson, Isaiah Simmons' role and of course, an update...

The offseason program begins on April 11 and it's one of the first steps in building the new-look Cardinals under head coach Jonathan Gannon. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi are joined by former Cardinals QB Drew Stanton who details what it's like for veteran players to start over with a new coach. Plus, the guys discuss all the possibilities surrounding wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins, how the team...

Ep. 605 - Former Cardinals safety and Big Red Rage player-host Kerry Rhodes joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about head coach Jonathan Gannon. Rhodes and Gannon were teammates at Louisville in the early 2000s and played in the same secondary. Rhodes also talks about his playing career, draft memories and his many post-football endeavors like acting and music. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf disc...

Alas, Darren Urban didn’t look at his bingo card closely enough, and that’s a problem. But if Dani Sureck and Paul Calvisi can get past that, there is plenty to discuss this week, including the culture the new free agent additions can bring, the trade winds around both the No. 3 pick and DeAndre Hopkins, the unknowns around Kyler Murray’s return and the Cardinals’ current QB situation, Isaiah Simm...

Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon met the media on Tuesday at the NFC coaches breakfast, part of the NFL owners meetings taking place at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix. Gannon provided an update on Kyler Murray's knee rehab, the future of DeAndre Hopkins, additions made during free agency and more. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch react to Gannon's comments, update the Hopkins...

Ep. 604 - New Cardinals signee Zach Pascal doesn't like to be called a wide receiver. Instead, he considers himself a football player. Not only has Pascal proven himself as an NFL pass catcher, he also takes great pride in being a top performer on special teams. Pascal joined Paul Calvisi to talk about his mentality on the field, engaging in trash talk with Jonathan Gannon and how excited he is to...

Ep. 641 - It has been a quiet start to free agency. And that’s OK, according to Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck. It is what was expected under first-time general manager Monti Ossenfort, especially given what he inherited. Now quiet does not mean the Cardinals have not been busy. It is just that, thus far, the signings—whether a re-signing or signing a new name—have not grabbed the headlines. Again,...

The Cardinals haven’t added a ton of new pieces, but they have brought in some and there are still questions to answer, as Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck discuss. Free agents arrive like Zach Pascal and Kyzir White, but what might the future hold for DeAndre Hopkins and any potential trade of the wide receiver? It feels like quarterback, at least the veteran kind, has been settled by a...

Another Eagle has landed in the desert after the Cardinals agreed to terms with wide receiver Zach Pascal on a two-year contract. Pascal, who has also played with the Colts, brings experience and depth to the wide receiver room and on special teams. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Drew Stanton talk about the addition of Pascal and his Eagles teammate, linebacker Kyzir White. Plus, the Cardinals re...

Ep. 59 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos hablan del comienzo de la agencia libre de la NFL. En el nido Cardenal ha habido algunos movimientos importantes. Quién se ha ido y quién ha llegado? Todo que necesitas saber lo encontrarás en este episodio de la Tacleada Cardinals. Will Hernández es uno de los que se queda en el equipo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 603 - Former Eagles linebacker Kyzir White has signed as a free agent with the Cardinals and his connection to the team doesn't stop at head coach Jonathan Gannon and defensive coordinator Nick Rallis. White played JUCO football at Lackawanna College in Pennsylvania and his head coach was Mark Duda, a fourth-round selection of the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1983 NFL Draft. Duda, who enters his...

Free agency opens with the Cardinals making sure three of their own don’t leave (and with news of a new linebacker), but this time of year there is always plenty to discuss. Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban, and Dani Sureck chat about bringing back Kelvin Beachum to help in the locker room and a culture change (and about those Kyler comments …); the need still on the offensive line and what might happen...

The reported moves have come fast and furious as NFL free agency gets set to officially open on Wednesday. One of those moves is tackle Kelvin Beachum returning to the Cardinals on a two-year deal. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss how Beachum's presence will affect the composition of the offensive line. Plus, discussions about the reported loss of defensive lineman Zach Al...

Ep. 640 - There are 15 new faces walking the hallways at the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Center. They, plus a handful of holdovers, make up Jonathan Gannon’s first-ever coaching staff. The assistants—offense, defense and special teams—were made available to the media over the past couple of days. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss their first impressions. The staff is young by NFL...

Ep. 602 - There are many questions facing Monti Ossenfort and Jonathan Gannon when trying to construct the Cardinals roster to their liking. The offensive line is one of the more critical positions in need of an upgrade. What kind of linemen will Ossenfort and Gannon be looking for? Plus, former Cardinals linebacker and special teams standout Lorenzo Alexander joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to...

Back from the Combine, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck have plenty to discuss with Paul Calvisi as free agency arrives in a week. No, Paul, there really shouldn’t be an all-Combine team. But the quarterbacks are the linchpins of all this, whether it’s Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud or Anthony Richardson, as picks above the Cards or the reason someone will want to trade with the Cards. Or maybe, the trio di...

NFL free agency is just around the corner and the Cardinals have several question marks heading into the new league year. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Drew Stanton discuss who may stay, who may go and who may end up making Arizona their new home. Plus, discussions about how quarterbacks may influence the top of the 2023 draft, the talent of Alabama pass rusher Will Anderson and some of the most...

Ep. 58 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan lo que sucede en el NFL Combine en Indianapolis. Jonathan Gannon y Monti Ossenfort han estado muy ocupados observando a todo el talento disponible. Cuál jugador ha briilado más? Hay alguno que destaque entre los demás? Mucho de que hablar en este episodio de la Tacleada Cardinals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 601 - The annual Scouting combine continues this week with all eyes focused on the 2023 NFL Draft. Much of that focus is on the first few picks. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley are joined by Darren Urban who provides insight from Indianapolis. What are the Cardinals looking to do with the third overall selection? Will coveted Alabama pass rusher Will Anderson be available? How will the legal issu...

It’s time for another Scouting combine, so while Paul Calvisi holds down the fort in Tempe, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck join in from Indianapolis as the new dynamic duo of Jonathan Gannon and Monti Ossenfort go through their first trip as Cardinals. Among this week’s topics: the future of DeAndre Hopkins, what free agents that the Cardinals might want to keep, what happens at quarterback while Ky...

Monti Ossenfort has arrived in Indianapolis to take part in his first scouting combine as a general manager. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch talk about Ossenfort's approach to player evaluation and roster building. Plus, discussions about some of the Cardinals own free agents and reaction to Adrian Wilson leaving the team to become the VP of Player Personnel for the Carolina Pant...

The Cardinals made some key hires this week when they named Browns QBs coach Drew Petzing offensive coordinator, Eagles linebackers coach Nick Rallis defensive coordinator and retained special teams coordinator Jeff Rodgers. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Drew Stanton talk about the additions and how Petzing might pair with quarterback Kyler Murray. Plus, the guys discuss the implementation of a...

Ep. 600 - When the Big Red Rage celebrates a milestone show, we go big with the guest. Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley on the 600th episode to talk about the hiring of Jonathan Gannon, a new offense for Kyler Murray, the player's role in building a positive culture and how to respond to tough coaching. Fitzgerald also discusses his role on the Super Bowl Host C...