Paul Calvisi made sure to shave off his vacation mustache prior to the podcast’s return, in the last pre-camp episode of the offseason. He welcomes back Darren Urban and Dani Sureck too, as well as Rodney Hudson, as the center is now expected to play this season after an offseason of uncertainty. That’s a major topic, as well as the offensive line coming together, Kyler Murray’s contract expectations as camp nears, what the offense might produce without DeAndre Hopkins, Zaven Collins’ role in the defense, Eno Benjamin’s big chance, Darren’s 3-on-3 hoops success and Paul’s car accident mayhem. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The uncertainty at the center position was cleared up with the recent report that Rodney Hudson will return to play for the Cardinals in 2022. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Drew Stanton talk about just how important Hudson is to the success of the offense. Also, the guys discuss which rookies they will be watching closely at training camp, the communication on the offensive side of the ball and the potential need to sign a big defensive tackle to help take pressure off linebackers Zaven Collins and Isaiah Simmons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 568 - The end of the offseason is here and training camp is right around the corner. Before we get to that, Paul Calvisi presents two Cardinals Folktales, one unbelievable and the other a significant part of NFL history. Settle in for "9 More" featuring the story of former Cardinals safety Rashad Johnson who lost the tip of his finger during a 2013 game in New Orleans and "One Time In Mexico" which provides a behind-the-scenes account of the 2005 Cardinals and 49ers matchup in Mexico City. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 34 - Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos hablan sobre el inicio de Training Camp y nos cuentan quienes son sus jugadores a seguir. Quién debe tener un mayor impacto? Además hablan sobre el viaje de Markus Golden a la Ciudad de México y sobre un campamento muy importante del equipo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wide receiver Rondale Moore showed promise during his rookie season. How will his role be different this year? Craig Grialou, Darren Urban and Drew Stanton talk about the 2022 outlook for Moore. Plus, Larry Fitzgerald speaks about Kyler Murray and we discuss cornerback depth and positional battles to watch in training camp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 567 - "The Bears are who we thought they were and we let them off the hook!" Those words spoken by former Cardinals head coach Dennis Green after a 2006 loss to Chicago will live forever among the many great quotes in NFL history. Paul Calvisi tells the story of how Denny's Monday night meltdown became an instant classic and was actually planned before he arrived at the postgame podium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi present their top storylines heading into Cards Camp set to begin near the end of July. Will Kyler Murray have a new contract? Will Rodney Hudson be the center? Who will step up at middle linebacker? Can the Murray to Hollywood Brown connection be as explosive as it was at Oklahoma? There will be plenty to watch as the Cardinals get ready for the 2022 season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 566 - When Cardinals players head out to practice each day, they walk by the final locker used by the great Pat Tillman. The locker was saved from destruction during 2015 renovations at Cardinals HQ in Tempe. Paul Calvisi tells the incredible story of how a longtime employee was in the right place at the right time to intercept the locker from the buzzsaw. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Safety Jalen Thompson has received praise from both coaches and players during the offseason. Is he ready for a breakout season? Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss Thompson's rising star. Plus, discussions about the defensive line, run game, tight end position and the edge rusher opposite Markus Golden. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 565 - Former Cardinals center A.Q. Shipley joined Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson to talk about all the questions surrounding his former position. Can Justin Pugh simply slide over to center with no game experience? How much of playing center is mental? Shipley also discusses the growth he has seen from Kyler Murray heading into his fourth NFL season. Calvisi and Fredrickson examine the Kyler Murray to Hollywood Brown connection as well as the middle linebackers and what can help them succeed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.