Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

Ep. 867 - Six picks. One in each of the first five rounds. The Cardinals don’t have nearly the draft capital as they did a year ago. Still, GM Monti Ossenfort should be able to find some solid players, starters even despite the lack of a lot of star power in the 2025 NFL Draft. That’s how Paige Dimakos of The Draft Network sized up the draft when she joined the show from the Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. In addition to the conversation with Dimakos, Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck look at a couple of more mock drafts, ones that target the line of scrimmage but on the offensive side, and discuss why defensive tackle remains in play at pick 16 even after the addition of Calais Campbell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back from the NFL owners meetings - and from the breaking news that came out when he was 35,000 feet in the air on his return - Darren Urban joins Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck to talk about the return of Calais Campbell and what it means for this newly minted defensive line. But that’s just the start of topics, which include the veteran leadership the team has collected, the Cardinals’ chances in the NFC West, what might happen with the draft (and the D-line), wide receiver or corner early as a pick, a tush push update, your Getting Cultured with Dani, JG and BMI, getting a speed receiver, and Darren’s totally ***not**\* Winning Behavior.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 137 - Rolando Cantú e Irving Villanueva analizan el regreso de la leyenda Calais Campbell al desierto, también hablan de lo optimista que luce el panorama para esta defensiva Cardenal, la agencia libre trajo muchos cambios y aunque las fichas se siguen moviendo la forma en la que Monti Ossenfort ha hecho su trabajo ha sido muy destacado y aún falta el Draft 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 866 - It may be April Fools' Day but this is no joke. Defensive lineman Calais Campbell, one of the most popular players in modern Cardinals history, is returning to Arizona on a one-year deal. Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck gather for an impromptu pod to share memories of Calais and forecast what he can mean for the 2025 Cardinals both on and off the field. Entering his 18th NFL season, Campbell is a six-time Pro Bowl selection and has earned many off-field honors including the prestigious Walter Payton Man of the Year Award.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Cardinals QB Drew Stanton joins Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to discuss what he sees in the Cardinals offense as a whole, the productivity found in the Kyler Murray to Trey McBride connection and how Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr. can improve as a duo in 2025. Plus, Josh Sweat's potential impact, roster needs and wants, and a review of rule changes recently approved at the NFL meetings.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 865 - Offensive line. Defensive line. Cornerback. What about wide receiver? With the offseason moves he’s made already, GM Monti Ossenfort can go a number of different directions with the 16th overall pick. And as of now, he has six total picks to work with in the 2025 NFL Draft. So, what positions should be targeted with those selections? Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi have some suggestions, and they look at a handful of the recent mock drafts to gain a better idea of what the experts think. Also, the league is proposing rule changes for the upcoming season. Craig and Paul weigh in on banning the ‘Tush Push,’ amending the current playoff seeding format, and the dynamic kickoff among other possible changes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 709 - The Cardinals defense received a boost early in free agency with the addition of Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Josh Sweat. Eagles Insider Dave Spadaro joins Paul Calvisi to discuss what the Cardinals are getting in Sweat, his ability to do more than just rush the passer and how Jonathan Gannon and Nick Rallis guided Sweat to his highest sack output while the coaching duo was in Philly. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley mock the mock drafts and share their thoughts on who the Cardinals could end up selecting with the 16th overall pick.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 136 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos presentan un panorama general de lo que está pasando en el equipo unas semanas antes del NFL Draft. Las últimas contratacion y ottos temas de importancia. Además nos hablan sobre temas de inteligencia artificial. Será que están cambiando su manera de ver las cosas?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 864 - When you have a franchise quarterback, then you do everything in your power to surround him with talent; and not just on offense but on both sides of the ball. The Cardinals have their franchise quarterback in Kyler Murray, so build around him according to Cynthia Frelund and Marc Ross from the NFL Network. Frelund, an analytics expert, and Ross, a former front office executive, joined both Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck from the Scouting Combine last month in Indianapolis. In addition to QB1, the conversations with the two included what positions the Cardinals should focus on in the draft and just how “wide open” they believe the NFC West is in 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s list season, or so Paul Calvisi tells us, so he asks Dani Sureck and Darren Urban to list off some things: How many QBs could go in the first round, how that could impact the team’s first-round pick, the odds Monti Ossenfort might trade – back, or maybe up – in the first round, what that position might be, and what reasons might the Cardinals need (or not) another receiver. Plus there is an Out of Context segment, Getting Cultured, potential breakout players for the Cards this season, Winning Behavior (or not when it comes to gold-plated toilets) and Paul’s cheese fatigue. It was cheese, right Paul?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the dust continues to settle on the frenzied start to free agency, the focus now shifts to the 2025 NFL Draft. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch debate the biggest areas of need on the roster. Plus, a look around the NFC West and discussions about which former Monti Ossenfort draft picks will take the next step to stardom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 863 - It started with Josh Sweat. It continued with Dalvin Tomlinson. And let’s not forget about the return of Baron Browning. The Cardinals made the defensive front a priority this offseason. And for good reason, based on last season. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss the investment the team has made at both defensive line and outside linebacker. That dovetails into a conversation about what to do with the 16th pick. Might the Cardinals bypass the defensive front with their first-round draft pick? Look to select a cornerback? What about an offensive lineman? The guys have fun with the latest round of mock drafts, because it is after all a Mock Draft Monday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 708 - Cardinals play-by-play voice Dave Pasch joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about several recent additions to the team via free agency including former Browns defensive lineman Dalvin Tomlinson and former Eagles pass rusher Josh Sweat. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss needs and wants as the NFL Draft approaches, the offensive line and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 862 - Yes, Josh Sweat and Dalvin Tomlinson are the two big-name free-agent additions. There was a third defensive player who received a multi-year contract from the Cardinals early in free agency and his name is Akeem Davis-Gaither, or ADG. He’s someone who took advantage of an opportunity late last season with the Cincinnati Bengals, and he hopes to do the same here in Arizona. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman hear from ADG, who sat down with Zach in the TV studio. Zach also had the chance to interview Sweat, Tomlinson and Jacoby Brissett while they were in town; parts of those conversations are played on the show as we get to know the new names and the new faces on the team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Paul Calvisi seeks Josh Sweat quote clarity and Dani Sureck returns from a week’s hiatus, the two jump in with Darren Urban as the trio get to the additions on the Cardinals’ defensive line and the improvements made there, how Josh Sweat and Dalvin Tomlinson might impact the direction of the team’s first-round pick, the quest for guards, Mack Wilson Sr.’s role-to-be, how Darius Robinson could find a way to echo Braden Fiske, a Getting Cultured segment, what the Cards would do if they had a high pick, a lack of first-round trades, Winning Behavior and workouts nobody in their right mind would want.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After nearly a week of free agency, the Arizona Cardinals roster looks different, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson talk about the arrivals of front seven players like Josh Sweat and Dalvin Tomlinson and how they immediately improve the defense; the signing of QB Jacoby Brissett and the importance of having a veteran backup at the position. Plus, discussions about the middle linebacker position as well as Kyler Murray learning more about his heritage during a recent trip to South Korea.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 135 - Se han movido las fichas en el nido y el equipo empieza a lucir mejor. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú analizan todo lu sucedido en los primeros días de la agencia libre 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 861 - The regular season doesn’t start for another six months. That said, GM Monti Ossenfort is big on being able to go into the draft without having to select a position of need; go with the best player available regardless of where they play. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck - after a week off, Dani is back - discuss whether that’s what’s been accomplished after the first week of free agency. Are there still positions where the Cardinals might want to address; what about guard, specifically right guard; is a veteran or speed wide receiver needed; and what are we to make of last week’s visit by veteran cornerback Asante Samuel Jr.? Also, if you haven’t heard, Marvin Harrison Jr.’s No. 18 jersey is now available.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 860 - Don’t let the big smile fool you, Bird Gang. Dalvin Tomlinson is here to be a “disruptive” force on the line of scrimmage as he told both Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi following his introductory press conference on Friday. At 6-foot-3 and 325 pounds, the Cardinals new defensive lineman, yes, is a rather imposing figure. Tomlinson joined Craig and Paul in studio to talk about his “whirlwind” week; why he signed with the Cardinals; his pairing with Josh Sweat; and what he hopes to teach a young Darius Robinson. Also, Craig and Paul discuss the other two signings: quarterback Jacoby Brissett and wide receiver Simi Fehoko, the reported addition of offensive lineman Jake Curhan, what other roster moves might be next, and perhaps the biggest news of the week: Marvin Harrison Jr. jerseys are now available.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 707 - One of the Cardinals biggest needs heading into free agency was a dominant pass rusher. They checked that box with the signing of former Eagles linebacker Josh Sweat. Paul Calvisi sits down with Sweat to discuss why he chose Arizona, his productive history with head coach Jonathan Gannon and defensive coordinator Nick Rallis, goals for 2025 and beyond and why he likes to build computers in his spare time. Plus, Calvisi and Craig Grialou are joined by former Cardinals QB Drew Stanton to talk about the reported additions of QB Jacoby Brissett and DL Dalvin Tomlinson, why an interior pass rush is so hard to handle and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.