Red Sea Report

Change is inevitable in the NFL. It happens every year. Rosters tend to look very different from season to season and the Cardinals have some decisions to make with several players set to become free agents in March. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson break down the biggest areas of need heading into a crucial offseason. Plus, discussions on Marvin Harrison Jr.’s upside and a preview...

Safety Budda Baker was recently named second-team All-Pro to cap his stellar 2024 season. Who could be next? Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch talk about which Cardinals could take the next step to superstardom. Plus, a look at the current playoff landscape and discussions about how the Cardinals worked around the clock to help the Rams host a Wild Card game while being displaced b...

The Cardinals are disappointed the 2024 season did not include an opportunity in the postseason but that does not mean they aren’t excited for what the future may hold. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson share their big-picture thoughts on the Cardinals, what’s in store for Marvin Harrison Jr., the rise of Trey McBride, Budda Baker being unlocked in Nick Rallis’ defense and which rook...

The Arizona Cardinals suffered a heartbreaking loss in Los Angeles last Saturday night when a untimely deflection ended up in the Rams' hands sealing the game. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss the tough ending, signs of life from the offense, a promising performance by the defense and why the Cardinals feel like they are close to becoming a team that can reach the postseas...

After a disappointing and season-altering result in Carolina, the Cardinals have no shot at the playoffs and are left to make the most out of their final two games. With the postseason out of the question, Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson talk about what can be accomplished over the final two weeks of the season. Plus, discussions about what’s been plaguing the Cardinals since the b...

The playoffs are still in the picture. The Arizona Cardinals took care of business at home by beating the New England Patriots 30-17 and kept their postseason hopes alive. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch break down how it all happened on Sunday. James Conner led the way for the offense; Jonah Williams' hustle produced an unconventional touchdown; the defense played well even afte...

The season isn't over. But the road towards the playoffs is now a more difficult one to navigate, as the Arizona Cardinals dropped their third straight game, this time to the division-rival Seattle Seahawks at home by a score of 30-18. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson break down what happened on Sunday. Kyler Murray threw two early picks; the Cardinals defense couldn't stop Zach Cha...

Despite a tough loss to the Vikings in Week 13, the Cardinals still control their own destiny heading into their rematch with the Seahawks in Week 14. A win would propel Arizona into first place in the NFC West. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss the lack of offensive touchdowns over the past two games, the inability to finish drives at Minnesota, the defense continuing to e...

The Cardinals four-game win streak was snapped after a 16-6 loss in Seattle on Sunday. Arizona will look for a rebound in Week 13 against the 9-2 Vikings in Minnesota this weekend. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson discuss ways to correct the inefficient offensive performance against the Seahawks, the defense continuing to give the team a chance to win, the biggest challenges the Car...

After a well-deserved break, the Arizona Cardinals are back from their bye week. The home stretch of the 2024 season starts now. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch look at what's ahead for the Cardinals this week as the team will head out on the road to face the division rival Seattle Seahawks for the first time this season. Can the offense pick up where they left off in Week 10? Al...

Four straight wins and all alone atop the NFC West heading into the bye week. That's where the Arizona Cardinals stand after a 31-6 victory over the New York Jets in Week 10. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson break down everything that happened on Sunday. Kyler Murray was phenomenal, passing for 266 yards and accounting for three total touchdowns; James Conner and Trey Benson combine...

In Arizona's 29-9 win over the Bears on Sunday, the Cardinals offense ran for 213 yards, the defense collected six sacks and the special teams was dominant. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Drew Stanton talk about the total team effort. Plus, discussions on the addition of pass rusher Baron Browning via trade with the Broncos, winning big without Kyler Murray heroics and what to expect when facing...

For the second straight game, the Arizona Cardinals found themselves kicking a last-second field goal to secure a win and they now sit in first place in the NFC West. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson break down everything that happened in the Cardinals 28-27 victory over the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium. The passing game was clicking; Kyler Murray threw for over 300 yards; Ma...

It's a Victory Tuesday! The Cardinals got a much-needed win on Monday Night Football over the Los Angeles Chargers by a final score of 17-15. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch break down everything that went down in primetime. James Conner carried the team, especially late in the game; Kyler Murray broke off another big touchdown run; the defense didn't allow an offensive touchdown...

Uncharacteristic. That word sums up the Cardinals performance in their 34-13 loss to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson break down the Week 6 road game in which Arizona amassed 13 penalties for 100 yards, after coming into Sunday's game as the least penalized team in the NFL. The guys also discuss the multitude of injuries the Cardinals sustaine...

The Cardinals literally, and figuratively, brought the heat from the Desert to the Bay Area in what was one of the hottest football games played in the month of October. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch break down a thrilling 24-23 Cardinals victory over the San Francisco 49ers in Santa Clara. The defense pitched another second-half shutout which was fueled by forcing three turnov...

"We can't look like that." Those were the words of head coach Jonathan Gannon after the Cardinals dropped their Week 4 matchup with the Washington Commanders by the score of 42-14. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch look back at what happened on Sunday. The offense started strong again but struggled as the game progressed; the defense couldn't stop Kliff Kingsbury's offense led by r...

The Cardinals dropped a tough home game to the Detroit Lions on Sunday and now must shift their focus to the Washington Commanders who visit State Farm Stadium in Week 4. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson discuss the Lions aftermath, how the offense can jump start a run game that had little production against Detroit, the strong second half by the Cardinals defense and the physical t...

For the first time in the Sean McVay era, and first time since 2014, the Cardinals defeated the Los Angeles Rams at State Farm Stadium and they did it in dominating fashion. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss what went right in the Cardinals' 41-10 victory over the Rams. On the offensive side of the ball, Kyler Murray was near perfect; Marvin Harrison Jr. was unleashed; plus...

It was a good start. Now, if the Cardinals can work on the finish. Craig Grialou, Rob Fredrickson, and Paul Calvisi look back at Sunday’s loss at the Buffalo Bills. The Cardinals looked great in the first half, scoring on their first three possessions. But then the second half happened. The opportunities were there, especially late in the fourth quarter. There were not enough opportunities for Mar...

After months of anticipation, the NFL season has finally arrived. The Cardinals are preparing for their Sunday matchup with the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, New York. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch get you ready for the game with conversations about the 2024 captains, QB Kyler Murray's career trajectory, the danger in facing Bills QB Josh Allen, the atmosphere at Highmark Stad...

On Tuesday, NFL rosters must be trimmed to 53 players. That 53-man roster is often tweaked and adjusted a few times before heading into Week 1. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson discuss what has officially happened and what reportedly has happened regarding the Cardinals roster. Plus, discussions about the Cardinals front seven, the wide receiver group and the potential for waiver cl...

One of the big storylines heading into the 2024 season is how the Cardinals might generate a pass rush. After BJ Ojulari went down with a season-ending knee injury during training camp, rookie Xavier Thomas has received more reps than expected and the results are positive. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and three-time Pro Bowl defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss the upside of Thomas and the Cardi...

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, X...

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 me...