Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

Ep. 723 - Each day, as Cardinals players head to practice, they pass by a powerful reminder of the team’s history — the last locker used by the legendary Pat Tillman. Preserved during 2015 renovations at the team’s Tempe headquarters, the locker was nearly lost to demolition. But thanks to a longtime employee who happened to be in the right place at just the right moment, it was rescued from the brink. Paul Calvisi shares the remarkable story behind the locker's survival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As our country’s birthday arrives, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck talk about what freedoms the Cardinals might have this season and how that could impact the season. How much freedom will DC Nick Rallis have in rushing four to get to the quarterback? How much freedom will Kyler Murray have to run the ball – or what freedom will Drew Petzing have to call some plays. The trio also discuss how free the Cardinals will be to exercise a deep passing game, and what will be the look at cornerback or will the Cardinals be free to sign a vet?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 148 - Ya se dieron a conocer las fechas para el training camp 2025 de nuestros Cardinals. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos dicen si nuestra ofensiva está lista para despegar alto esta próxima temporada. Son las últimas semanas de descanso antes de comenzar a darle con todo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 897 - Last year, the Seahawks made a coaching change. This offseason, they’ve shaken things up even more—bringing in a new quarterback and wide receivers. In short, the 2025 Seattle Seahawks will look quite different. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman kick off their annual offseason tour around the NFC West, starting with Seattle. They’re joined by Seahawks.com senior reporter John Boyle to break it all down. Topics include the arrival of quarterback Sam Darnold, wide receiver Cooper Kupp, and offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak—and what their presence means for an offense that still features its top two running backs. On defense, Seattle returns 10 of 11 starters, including Cardinals nemesis Leonard Williams, and has added veteran pass rusher DeMarcus Lawrence. The trio also looks at which of the Seahawks’ 11 draft picks could make an immediate impact.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 722 - Former Cardinals running back Chase Edmonds joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to share his excitement about the Cardinals’ offensive potential. Edmonds praised Kyler Murray’s electrifying running ability and highlighted what makes James Conner such a force in the backfield. He also had high praise for tight end Trey McBride and opened up about what makes safety Budda Baker one of his favorite players in the league. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf broke down what could elevate Murray’s game to the next level and why defensive coordinator Nick Rallis’s scheme is tailor-made for a playmaker like Baker.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 896 - If you’re wondering how Trey McBride is spending his summer break, then you might want to check out Nashville. He, along with teammates Elijah Higgins and Tip Reiman, is at TE University, a week-long event that brings together tight ends from around the league. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss the value of TEU, as well as the Sack Summit in Las Vegas, where Calais Campbell, BJ Ojulari and Darius Robinson are joined by the game’s top pass rushers. This is how players, despite being away from their respective teams, get ready for training camp. Also, have you checked out this week’s Mailbag on azcardinals.com? Dani answered your questions – and explained her answers on the show – about Kyler Murray, the offensive line, and what might the final 53-man roster look like.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have questions before training camp? The Cardinals Underground crew has answers. Paul Calvisi, Dani Sureck, and Zach Gershman (filling in for the vacationing Darren Urban) discuss key topics like cornerback depth, the inside linebacker battle, Isaiah Adams' chances at right guard, Kyler Murray’s prime, expectations for edge rusher Josh Sweat, Calais Campbell’s return and Trey McBride’s involvement in Tight End University. Plus, we save time for Getting Cultured with Dani, Paul’s Power Poll of Ineptitude, and a few examples of winning—and not-so-winning—behavior.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Kyler Murray enters his seventh NFL season, he believes he's hitting his prime. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and 15-year NFL vet Lorenzo Alexander discuss what success looks like for the Cardinals QB. They also cover rookie expectations for defensive lineman Walter Nolen III, the role of the inside linebackers, and what makes Pro Bowl tight end Trey McBride so tough to defend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 895 - Given all the defensive additions, whether via free agency or the draft, it’s hard not to list the Arizona Cardinals among the most improved teams from last season. At least on paper. And here in June. What happens between now and when the season begins in September is anyone’s guess. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi – who thankfully made it to work after replacing a dead car battery – discuss where the team has improved the most; who among the second-year players they’re expecting the most improvement; why they aren’t surprised Will Johnson is predicted by some to make the all-rookie team; and why Jonathan Gannon said he wants more ‘friction’ in training camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Longtime NFL defender Lorenzo Alexander, who played 15 seasons, joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the Cardinals' offseason. He discussed the team's additions to the defense, the return of his former teammate Calais Campbell, and how getting pressure with just four pass rushers could help defensive coordinator Nick Rallis. He also shared his thoughts on the young but talented group of cornerbacks. Plus, Calvisi and Wolfley talked about what more friction at training camp might look like, how running back Trey Benson plans to take advantage of his chances, and a surprising snub for Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 894 - Is it possible? Of course. Is it realistic? Good question. The Cardinals do like to run the ball, and if they can play from ahead more times than not, then Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman see no reason why to disagree with Trey Benson’s outlook on the season ahead for him and James Conner. Plus, Craig and Zach see plenty of benefits of having two starting-caliber running backs. Also part of Wednesday’s show, how former high school teammates Jordan Burch and Xavier Thomas are once again helping one another both on and off the field. And speaking of off the field, players spent a lot of time together away from the facility in the offseason. Will that matter in the regular season?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 147 - Mientras la mayoría del equipo está de vacaciones antes de comenzar el training camp, Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú se ponen a analizar a a algunos jugadores que no tienen los reflectores que otros, pero que pudieran ser clave para las aspiraciones del equipo en el 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let the information flow from Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck as the offseason program ends and the consideration of Kyler Murray in his prime continues. Also up for discussion, how many rushing yards Murray might have, the chemistry he will have with Marvin Harrison Jr. and others, Trey Benson as the other RB1, Trey McBride possibly leading the team in catches again, a probable increase in kickoff returns, what the numbers of the 53-man rosters might be. Dani also gets the guys cultured, and before Paul forgets, there’s some Winning Behavior too.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Now that minicamps and the offseason program are over, what’s next for the Arizona Cardinals? Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Rob Fredrickson discuss what the players need to do before reporting to training camp. They also talk about how Josh Sweat could lead the pass rush from his outside linebacker position and whether Isaiah Adams has a chance to earn a starting spot on the offensive line. Plus, they break down some of the most interesting position battles to watch at training camp.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 893 - Seven weeks. From the start of the offseason strength and conditioning program to the final day of minicamp. Whether it was on the field or in a press conference setting, what were the top takeaways? Craig Grialou and Darren Urban - before Darren goes on vacation - discuss what stood out to them; a lot of talk about the offense, counting on wide receiver as is, adding extra ‘sauce’ as Trey McBride explained the pre-snap motion that has been worked into the scheme. Defensively, youth is really served at cornerback after the season-ending injury to Sean Murphy-Bunting, and why not, especially given the amount of draft capital invested in the position. Also, there are no worries that Will Johnson has yet to sign his first NFL contract.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 720 - Offensive lineman Isaiah Adams ended his 2024 rookie season with five starts at right guard. How will that experience help him in 2025? Adams joined Paul Calvisi to discuss that, along with his offseason strength training, adjusting to new offensive line coach Justin Frye, learning the playbook, and being free from rookie duties. Calvisi and Ron Wolfley also break down the end of minicamp, the offense’s continuity, Marvin Harrison Jr.’s path to superstardom, and how 2025 top pick Walter Nolen III is already impressing a pair of veteran defensive linemen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 146 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos presentan su análisis sobre el cierre del minicamp. Los jugadores veteranos que llegaron a través de la agencia libre se presentaron a entrenar y lucieron espectacular con el uniforme de Arizona. Además nos cuentan sobre las experiencias vividas en el Media Day. Cada vez falta menos para el comienzo de la temporada!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 892 - There’s no question Josh Sweat can get after opposing quarterbacks. It’s why he was targeted in free agency and ultimately landed a sizable contract to leave the east coast for the desert southwest. But that’s not all he can do, or will be asked to do with the Arizona Cardinals. Sweat is a three-down linebacker. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss what that means within the defensive scheme, Sweat reuniting with Jonathan Gannon and Nick Rallis plus how Sweat is embracing his role as being the guy on defense. Also, what is the latest on injured outside linebacker BJ Ojulari and what wide receiver Greg Dortch said on Wednesday that had many taken aback, including Craig.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Crabs in a bucket? Not for lunch, and not in the defensive line room either. That’s something Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck chat about in this week’s minicamp-has-begun podcast, which lends itself to asking just what kind of role Walter Nolen III will have by season’s beginning. Also among the topics: Kyler Murray’s abilities when he finds space on the field and broken plays, additional motion to the offense, Kelvin Beachum’s message to a team in win-now mode, Getting Cultured with a newly-wed NFL QB, Myles Garrett’s potential addition to his “graveyard,” a QB room with Kyler and Jacoby, third downs with Marvin, Winning Behavior and Paul’s flex reaction at the gym, Wolf and his cottage cheese, and a farewell to Gardeck the Barbarian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just hours before the Cardinals kicked off mandatory minicamp on Tuesday, their top draft pick made it official. Defensive lineman Walter Nolen III, fresh off a standout college career at Ole Miss, inked his first NFL contract and wasted no time getting to work—joining his new teammates on the field later that day. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Rob Fredrickson break down what Nolen’s arrival could mean for the defense and how his raw talent might translate at the NFL level. Plus, a look at some key storylines around camp—from the offense’s need to capitalize on scramble plays to the battle brewing at cornerback. And finally, with seasoned veterans Calais Campbell and Dalvin Tomlinson now anchoring the defensive line, what kind of transformation can we expect from this revamped Cardinals front?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.