Ep. 766 - On this, National Mascot Day (yes, it’s a thing; shout-out to Big Red), Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss where they think the roster has most improved since the end of last season. They take into account free agency and the draft as well as other roster additions. On offense, the guys singled out wide receiver; the selection of Marv…

Ep. 668 - The Cardinals will have a new-look offensive line in 2024. Paris Johnson Jr. moves from right to left tackle following the departure of D.J. Humphries and free agent addition Jonah Williams will take over on the right side. Williams joined Paul Calvisi to talk about joining the Cardinals in the offseason, how the line can build upon a suc…

Ep. 765 - Yes, Marvin Harrison Jr. is talented. Very talented. And as we found out this week, he’s also perspicacious. (Show of hands who knew what that word meant - or even knew it existed - before Michael Wilson used it to describe his new teammate?) Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss their lack of vocabulary, at least compared to Wilson’s; …

Ep. 99 - Terminan los entrenamientos de temporada baja de los Cardenales y los jugadores salen de vacaciones. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos hacen un recuento de todo lo ha sido esta off-season para el equipo. Qué tan bien se ven los jugadores? Quién ha destacado más? Un episodio con mucha energía que seguramente será uno de sus favoritos. El e…

The Cardinals greatly improved their depth in the offseason on both sides of the ball. One area where that improved depth comes to mind is along the defensive line. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch forecast what the defensive front may look like and how it can impact the performances of the linebackers and defensive backs. Plus, di…

In this special Monday-edition-because-minicamp-starts-Tuesday podcast, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck center their discussion on the quarterback, with Kyler Murray speaking for the first time this offseason and sounding every bit like the leader he has become. Among the topics: Kyler’s comfort in the offense, how Marvin Harrison Jr. fi…

Ep. 667 - Cornerback Elijah Jones was selected by the Cardinals in the 3rd round of the 2024 NFL Draft and the rookie has big expectations for himself in 2024. Jones joined Paul Calvisi to talk about life as a NFL newbie, who has caught his eye in OTAs, his musical background and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss the wide receiver gr…

Ep. 764 - The season doesn’t kickoff for another three months, but if Kyler Murray had his way, then the Cardinals would be playing a game tomorrow. At least that was the vibe K1 gave on Wednesday when he met with the media for the first time since the season finale against the Seahawks. First and foremost, Murray is healthy. Also, he’s excited abo…

Ep. 98 - Los OTA’s terminan en el nido y hay mucho optimismo en el equipo. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos dicen cuáles son los siguientes pasos a seguir y quíen ha sido el jugador que más ha llamado la atención en este proceso. Cada vez lucen mejor y eso sin duda traerá grandes resultados. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Players are dealing with the end of OTAs and the rise in Arizona temperatures - but JG says it’s good for the plasma. Meanwhile, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban, and Dani Sureck have an air-conditioned studio to talk about the inspiring story of rookie Xavier Thomas and the outside linebacker room, BJ Ojulari’s stride work, the impressive upgrade of the…

The Cardinals are in the middle of their third and final week of OTAs and their two first-round draft picks are turning heads. Wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and defensive lineman Darius Robinson have received high praise from their coaches and teammates. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson talk about the impact each player can have …

Ep. 763 - It didn’t happen a year ago. And before 2023, it was all the way back in 2015 - eight years earlier - in which a Cardinals team did not have a player record at least 10 sacks in a single season. BJ Ojulari, and the rest of the Cardinals outside linebackers, want to make double-digit sack-seasons a yearly occurrence. Craig Grialou and Paul…

Nick and Colton discuss the unique situation surrounding Detroit offensive coordinator Ben Johnson and much more on this week’s show. -You can follow Nick on X/Twitter- @nickbaumgardner -You can follow Colton on X/Twitter- @colton_pouncy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Burke, Nick Baumgardner

Ep. 666 - After spending all last offseason rehabbing an injury, Cardinals cornerback Garrett Williams is glad to be out there working with his teammates this year. The second-year DB joins Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck to discuss what it takes to be a great slot cornerback, how the Cardinals cornerback room is shaping up and what he's noticed from …

Ep. 762 - A top-5 run game a year ago, yet listening to several players talk this offseason, the Cardinals expect to be much better in 2024. Collectively and individually, especially when it comes to James Conner. The offensive linemen have a goal, a goal Paris Johnson Jr. shared with reporters this week. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman reveal the …

Ep. 97 - Las altas temperaturas ya se sienten en el desierto pero el proceso no se detiene en el nido. Hoy Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos hablan de las más recientes novedades en el equipo incluyendo la firma de contrato de Marvin Harrison Jr. Será acaso que Rolando ya se va a comprar el jersey con el #18? See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…

As May comes to a close, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck don’t need any artificial intelligence to spark up their newest podcast. Topics include how the Cardinals are clearly ahead of last year as they prep in OTAs, how that might be impacted if the newest NFLPA offseason proposal comes to pass, the past looooong NFL training camps, Kyle…

What might an offense look like when a veteran of seven years is paired with a rookie? The Cardinals may soon find out. James Conner and Trey Benson, the third-round pick out of Florida State, are in the early stages of their relationship, both on and off the field, which continues this week during OTAs. Craig Grialou, Kyle Vanden Bosch and Paul Ca…

Ep. 665 - Rookie offensive lineman Christian Jones grew up with big dreams of becoming an international soccer star. That changed when the football coach at his high school convinced Jones to join his squad. The Cardinals fifth-round selection out of Texas joined Paul Calvisi to talk about his journey from the pitch to the gridiron, the challenges …

Ep. 761 - Size. Speed. Trey Benson has both. The Cardinals rookie running back recently stopped by to talk with Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck. The three discuss Benson’s draft-day phone call(s); how fast he really is; meeting now teammate Michael Carter ahead of the draft; learning special teams; and why he’s wearing No. 33. Benson is expected to h…

Ep. 96 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú reciben la visita de un invitado de lujo en esta edición del podcast oficial. Rodolfo Landeros analista y conductor de Fox Deportes llega a La Tacleada Cardinals para hablar de nuestros Cardenales y de cómo ve al equipo en este 2024. Además, nos cuenta una que otra anécdota vivida con Rolando… ¿será que tiene…

Hope everybody had their coffee break - or some other beverage, depending on your status - because Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban, and Dani Sureck are back for this week’s Underground. The vibes feel pretty good around the Cardinals’ OTAs right now, a nod to the veteran leadership and the culture being built, although winning must come sooner rather th…

The offseason departure of Cardinals veteran o-lineman D.J. Humphries created a void at left tackle. Head coach Jonathan Gannon revealed at the start of OTAs that Paris Johnson, Jr. will be the man for the job while free agent Jonah Williams lines up at right tackle. Johnson, who played exclusively on the right side during his rookie season, is loo…

Ep. 760 - What had been speculated became official on Monday: Paris Johnson Jr. is moving to left tackle. And really, it makes sense. For starters, it’s the position Johnson Jr. played in college. Also, Jonah Williams, who the Cardinals signed to a big-money free-agent contract this offseason, played a solid right tackle a year ago for the Cincinna…

Nick and Colton discuss Jared Goff’s recent extension and why it’s the latest example of a very efficient offseason from the Detroit Lions. -You can follow Nick on X/Twitter- @nickbaumgardner -You can follow Colton on X/Twitter- @colton_pouncy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

Ep. 664 - The much-anticipated NFL schedule was released this week and you know Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley have a reaction. What are their first thoughts about the 2024 slate? Plus, discussions about the Cardinals rookies and how some can carve out immediate roles this season. We also hear from safety Dadrion Taylor-Demerson who shared some of hi…

Ep. 759 - It’s out. The Arizona Cardinals schedule has been released. The who and the where have been known for months, but now we know the order in which the Cardinals will play their 17 regular-season games. Craig Grialou, Dani Sureck and Paul Calvisi have their thoughts, i.e., the tough stretch to begin the season, three straight weeks with a ho…

Ep. 95 - Ya está listo el calendario oficial de la temporada regular 2024. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú se pusieron a analizar semana tras semana y nos dicen cuáles son las expectativas de los Cardenales en esta temporada. El comienzo será muy complicado al visitar a los Bills en Buffalo y el cierre ante los 49ers en casa! See omnystudio.com/list…

With the schedule on deck, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban, and Dani Sureck wonder about when they will be in which cities, but more importantly, they also wonder about what the team that will play those games will look like. The trio covers Marvin Harrison Jr.’s first workouts, what the wide receiver room will look like in the end, Greg Dortch’s place,…

On the eve of the 2024 NFL schedule release, Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss which matchups they are most looking forward to this season. Plus, conversations about the talented and entertaining members of the rookie class, who will be the Cardinals opening-day starter at left guard, the arrival of wide receiver Zay Jones a…

Ep. 758 - People call him Rabbit, so Rabbit it is. A nickname he earned as a kid, Rabbit – given name Dadrion Taylor-Demerson – was the Cardinals’ fourth-round draft pick. He’s got a lot of personality which was on full display when he joined Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck following rookie minicamp. Rabbit talked about his name, his position versati…

Ep. 757 - And now the work begins. Rookies arrived on Thursday. They practiced on Friday. Minicamp is underway for the 12-member draft class, three undrafted free agents and one tryout player – welcome former Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa. So, how did everyone look in their first on-field work in the NFL? Good question. Craig Grialou and D…

Ep. 663 - Rookie edge rusher Xavier Thomas joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about being selected by the Cardinals in the fifth round of the 2024 draft, overcoming adversity at Clemson, his desire to impact the game and how his skill set translates to the NFL. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf react to the rookie class arriving for minicamp and disc…

Reading about and listening to Darius Robinson, it's very clear the man loves the game of football. The second of the Cardinals’ two first-round draft picks, Robinson and the rest of the 2024 draft class arrive this week and they will be on the field on Friday for the start of rookie minicamp. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss where Robinson …

Ep. 94 - Los novatos se reportan listos para su primera prueba con el equipo. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos dicen de qué manera los muchachos se tienen que adaptar a este nuevo reto que se les presenta en sus carreras. Todo está listo para el Rookie Mini Camp donde la intensidad se vive al máximo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inform…

While Paul Calvisi celebrates a highly drafted punter in the NFL, he joins Darren Urban and Dani Sureck and they all acknowledge punting is not a bad play. Other topics? They discuss upcoming rookie minicamp, the upcoming schedule release – and the chances for primetime games or international games, a home schedule with the top three rookie QBs, th…

The Cardinals selected Marvin Harrison Jr. and Darius Robinson on the first night of the 2024 NFL Draft. When all was said and done, they added 10 other draftees to the mix. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson talk about the immediate impact Harrison, Robinson and other members of the 2024 draft class could make. Plus, discussions about…

Ep. 72 - Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort joins Dave Pasch to discuss the process leading up to the selection of Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., when he knew MHJ was the right guy to pick, exploring different trade scenarios throughout the draft, the importance of being convicted about their draftees and the major differences…

Ep. 755 - Expectations are high for Marvin Harrison Jr., but not any higher than the expectations he has for himself. As he told Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi, when you have the name ‘Harrison Jr.’ on the back of your uniform, expectations will always be high. Hear the full interview with the Cardinals’ first-round draft pick as he joined the guys…

Ep. 662 - The Cardinals are receiving solid reviews for their 12-pick haul in the 2024 NFL Draft. Assistant GM Dave Sears, Monti Ossenfort's right-hand man, joined Paul Calvisi to talk about the highlights of the draft class, the vision for those picks and what types of players are always on the Cardinals' radar. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discu…

Nick and Colton recap an interesting and efficient 2024 NFL Draft from the Detroit Lions. -You can follow Nick on X/Twitter- @nickbaumgardner -You can follow Colton on X/Twitter- @colton_pouncy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Chris Burke, Nick Baumgardner

Ep. 754 - After hearing from both the GM and the head coach, it’s now time to hear from the coordinators. Drew Petzing and Nick Rallis, the offensive and defensive coordinators, respectively, addressed the media over the past two days. Their thoughts on not only the 12 draft picks but also the players added in free agency. Craig Grialou and Dani Su…

What is your feelings about an Italian restaurant? Paul Calvisi had strong feelings about his eggplant parmesan as he, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck talk about what the Cardinals got in their 12-pick draft, including what their first interactions were like with Marvin Harrison Jr. Among the other topics: Paris Johnson reuniting with his buddy, the “…

The action was fast and furious for the Cardinals during the 2024 NFL Draft. The Big Red ended up with 12 draft picks, headlined by first-round receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and Mizzou defensive lineman Darius Robinson. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch talk about Monti Ossenfort's latest haul, identify their favorite picks outside o…

Ep. 93 - Qué calificación le das al draft de los Cardenales de Arizona? Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos presentan su perspectiva general de lo sucedido en el nido cardenal. Además, invitaron a Irving Villanueva para que cuente como fueron las actividades realizadas en Monterrey México. Un episodio que no te puedes perder. See omnystudio.com/list…

Ep. 753 - With apologies to the Masters, post-draft grades are “a tradition unlike any other.” Which team did well? Which team didn’t? Who might be a sleeper pick? Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman react to what the experts are saying about GM Monti Ossenfort’s second draft class. Spoiler alert: Monti did very well. The 12 new players won’t be on the…

Ep. 752 - Five picks on Saturday. An NFL-high 12 picks over the three days of the 2024 NFL Draft. GM Monti Ossenfort did not mess around. The 12 picks, by the way, were split evenly between offense and defense. So, what do we think? Craig Grialou is joined once again by both Dani Sureck and Paul Calvisi to discuss Day 3 as well as the draft in gene…

Ep. 751 - Five picks including four in the third round. GM Monti Ossenfort was a busy man on Friday. Oh, and he made a pair of trades as well. Craig Grialou is joined by both Dani Sureck and Paul Calvisi – that’s right they go Cover 3 to discuss Day 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft. Round two got started with a trade down before the selection of Rutgers cor…

Ep. 92 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan los primeros dos días del NFLDraft 2024 y nos dicen cúales son los jugadores que van a tener un impacto inmediato en el equipo. Monti Ossenfort ha empezado a hacer de las suyas y su magia ya se ha hecho sentir. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Ep. 750 - Two draft picks in the first round netted the Cardinals two players who fill positions of need: wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. and defensive lineman Darius Robinson. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck are back to discuss day one of the 2024 NFL Draft. They begin with the selection of Robinson – and yes, he hails from Dani’s alma mater, the …