Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

Ep. 64 - ESPN College Football game and studio analyst Greg McElroy joins Dave Pasch to discuss arguably the biggest story in the sport, Colorado head coach Deion Sanders and his Buffaloes. McElroy also talks about his playing career at Alabama and in the NFL and gives his thoughts on Kyler Murray, Clayton Tune and other Cardinals players he has covered at ESPN.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you believe about the Cardinals after two games? That’s one of the questions Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck chew on after the Cards played so well for a half against the Giants – and then they didn’t. Also discussed this week: How to become a winning team; the near-miss deep to Zach Ertz and what that could’ve meant; a different penalty problem; Budda Baker’s long-term absence and what it means for the team; defensive line injuries piling up; Joshua Dobbs’ improvement and need to run more often; the dominance of Micah Parsons, and what the Cardinals’ offense could look like when Kyler Murray returns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last Friday, safety Budda Baker showed up on the injury report with a hamstring issue. On Monday, he was placed on injured reserve which means the Cardinals will be without the heartbeat of their team for at least four more games. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Lorenzo Alexander talk about what Baker's absence means for the defense and the team as a whole. Plus, discussions on how the Cardinals let a 21-point lead slip away in the second half against the Giants, the improvement shown by QB Joshua Dobbs, James Conner's huge day against the G-Men, Dennis Gardeck making the most of his opportunities and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 674 - What happened? Yeah, it’s a question all of us are asking on this Monday morning. The Cardinals led by 20 at halftime and 21 points five minutes into the third quarter, yet Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi are talking about a 31-28 loss to the New York Giants in Week 2. Was it the offense? Was it the defense? Was it coaching? Or maybe it was a combination of all the above. The Cardinals played very well in the first half and then not so well in the second half. Grialou and Calvisi go over the good and the bad; and then Calvisi hands out his weekly Angry Bird Award, which went to quarterback Joshua Dobbs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals were firing on all cylinders in the first half against the New York Giants. Then, the second half began and the G-Men chipped away to erase a 21-point deficit. Dani Sureck, Jody Jackson and Zach Gershman try to explain how things went south for the Cardinals on the way to a 31-28 loss. As painful as the loss was, there were several positives to note from the game including a standout performance from running back James Conner and the improvement of Joshua Dobbs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 673 - Running the football is key. And sure, that can be said each week, but perhaps more so this week. The expectation is James Conner needs to have a big day in order for the Cardinals to get a win. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss Sunday’s matchup against the Giants. Both want to see Conner get more touches than he did in Week 1. Obviously, that’s easier said than done. Stopping the run will be important as well. The Giants feature one of the better backs in the game in Saquon Barkley. Also, the guys get the New York perspective. John Schmeelk, radio pre/postgame and podcast host for the Giants, joins the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 629 - Linebacker Dennis Gardeck joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his standout performance against the Commanders and the upcoming home opener against the Giants at State Farm Stadium. Last Sunday, Gardeck collected two sacks and a forced fumble that was returned for a touchdown by teammate Cam Thomas. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf talk about the offense needing to improve on their Week 1 output, the physical nature of the defense and what problems the Giants present on both sides of the ball.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EP: 67 El debut en casa de nuestros Cardenales será especial. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos dicen cuales serán las claves para vencer a los NY Giants que llegarán con sed de venganza. Hay muchos factores a tomar en cuenta, entre ellos el regreso de Isaiah Simmons que hace un par de semanas aún erá parte de nuestro equipo y hoy es parte de los Gigantes. Joshua Dobbs será el QB titular y con una semana más de trabajo la cosas deberían salir mejor en la ofensiva.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep.63 - The legendary Kevin Harlan joins Dave Pasch to discuss all things broadcasting including what it was like calling Aaron Rodgers’ season-ending injury during the Jets and Bills game on Monday Night Football. Harlan and Pasch also swap Kurt Warner stories, the importance of a good meal on the road, when he knew he wanted to be a broadcaster and what it was like to grow up in an NFL family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 672 - Can one week make that much of a difference? Joshua Dobbs believes so. And hopefully he’s right. Dobbs and the offense need to be much better than they were in Week 1 if the Cardinals have a chance at winning on Sunday. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss what they’d like to see out of the offense, i.e., Dobbs targeting his wide receivers and doing so more downfield. There was a lack of explosive plays against the Commanders. Also, Grialou and Sureck ask if six sacks are sustainable for the defense, which could be without two starters this week. Both defensive lineman L.J. Collier and inside linebacker Josh Woods did not practice on Wednesday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals couldn’t get a win in Week 1, but the way they played - especially on defense - certainly caught the eye of Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck. Of course, a big topic going forward isn’t just how the defense stepped up but also how the offense must improve. Our trio discusses Joshua Dobbs’ learning curve, the factor of Clayton Tune, Zach Ertz’s first work on the field since his ACL injury, the need to go Hollywood, edge rushers who could flourish again against a suspect Giants offensive line, the Cardinals’ need to play not just for wins but respect, Aaron Rodgers’ tough luck, and Dani’s sublime use of sarcasm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals opened the 2023 season in Washington with a 20-16 loss to the Commanders. Despite coming up on the losing end, there were several positives to build upon. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch talk about the physical nature that the Cardinals played with, especially on the defensive side of the ball. Plus, discussions on standouts from the game and how QB Joshua Dobbs and the offense can improve on a lackluster debut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 671 - Three takeaways. Six sacks. Seven passes defensed. The Cardinals defense - on all three levels - excelled in Week 1. The offense, though, did not. It was a struggle a lot of the time for quarterback Joshua Dobbs and company. And that has led many to ask should a change be made? Should Clayton Tune be the starter this week? Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi debate the idea. There was no debate, however, how well Dennis Gardeck, Zaven Collins, Kei’Trel Clark among others played. In fact, Gardeck played so well - two sacks, three quarterback hits, and one forced fumble - that Calvisi named him his first weekly Angry Bird Award winner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 670 - Seven months after he was hired, Jonathan Gannon makes his head coaching debut when the Cardinals play at the Washington Commanders on Sunday. It is Week 1 of Year 1 for Gannon and his staff. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman look ahead to the game. And, no, there still has not been an official announcement about who will be the starting quarterback. What about Zach Ertz? Will he play? He’s 10 months post-ACL/MCL surgery. Later, Zach Selby, senior writer for commanders.com, joins the show to further dive into the matchup, though this time from the opponent’s point of view. Football is back.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 628 - Defensive lineman L.J. Collier joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss his upbringing in a tiny town, getting a fresh start after four years in Seattle, how he thinks he can strive in Nick Rallis' defensive system and facing the Commanders in the season opener. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss reports that Joshua Dobbs will be the Cardinals starting quarterback and what that means for the team, rookies who are being counted on in major roles and the keys to success in Washington.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EP: 66 Es momento de prender los motores en el nido Cardenal. La temporada regular comienza este domingo cuando los Cardenales le pegan una visita a los Commanders en Washington. Ya no hay mañana! A darlo todo en el terreno de juego. Es una prueba de fuego para Jonathan Gannon y sus muchachos ante un equipo que está preparado para todo. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú con todos los detalles en la Tacleada Cardinals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 669 - Nothing is official. And there won’t be anything official, according to head coach Jonathan Gannon; though a report surfaced Wednesday saying Joshua Dobbs is expected to be the team’s starting quarterback Week 1 at Washington. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss the news of the day. Neither are surprised. Dobbs had been trending to be QB1 since his arrival. What would surprise Grialou and Sureck when looking ahead to Sunday’s game? They put the spotlight on the edge rushers. Also, 11 rookies made the 53-man roster. Three are listed first-team on the depth chart. Youth is being served in 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals are about to open the regular season in Washington, and that’s when a team is truly measured. At least that’s what Paul Calvisi sees as he discusses what is to come with Darren Urban and fill-in Zach Gershman, who is on hand with Dani Sureck on assignment. Not that Zach can help with the segment of memorable Washington trips past, including Pat Tillman’s final game in 2001, but it’s all voices on deck when chatting about the quarterback battle and how Joshua Dobbs seems likely to start. The trio also talk about Kyler’s captaincy, the guess for breakout players, how to work the practice squad and the age of Zaven Collins – which still is older than Zach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The season opener is finally here. The Cardinals will kick off the Jonathan Gannon era this Sunday in Washington against the Commanders. The Big Red starting quarterback is still unknown to the public. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Lorenzo Alexander talk about the matchup with the Commanders, the Cardinals naming their captains including Kyler Murray, QB Joshua Dobbs learning on the fly and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 627 - When quarterback Joshua Dobbs was traded from Cleveland to Arizona last week, he was immediately reunited with Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing who was Dobbs' QB coach with the Browns. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley talk about how that prior relationship will help get Dobbs ready for the regular season should he be called upon to play immediately. Plus, discussions about Budda Baker adding 15 pounds of muscle during the offseason and which waiver claim will make the biggest impact in 2023.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.