Ep. 909 - Great atmosphere on Saturday. The annual Red & White Practice at #CardsCamp attracted a record turnout at State Farm Stadium. Fans are definitely excited about the 2025 Arizona Cardinals. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman go over some of the highlights; which players stood out during what was a second straight padded practice and the fourth…

Ep. 908 - Nothing has been decided yet – players are still competing for their roles as Jonathan Gannon likes to say – but it would appear a frontrunner has emerged for who will be the team’s third wide receiver. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck explain why they believe it’s Zay Jones, the veteran who didn’t have a productive 2024 but was brought back…

Ep. 727 - Cardinals tight end Tip Reiman joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to break down the transition from his rookie season to year two in the NFL. He shares key takeaways from his offseason at Tight End University, what he's focusing on to sharpen his game especially in pass protection, footwork, and hand placement, and recalls his unforgettab…

Ep. 907 - Last season Budda Baker and Jalen Thompson, more times than not, played 100-percent of the defensive snaps. Could Garrett Williams join that club in 2025? Maybe. At least that’s what Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss after hearing what Jonathan Gannon said on Thursday and what the guys have seen thus far in training camp. Williams j…

Ep. 906 - The best tight end in the game. That’s Trey McBride, right? Yes, says Jourdan Rodrigue, Senior NFL writer for The Athletic. Jourdan has been on the show several times, this time it’s during her visit to #CardsCamp. She joined both Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman to explain why she feels the way she feels about Trey, the Cardinals tight en…

Week 1 of Training Camp is in the books for the Arizona Cardinals. What has stood out the most so far? Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson are joined by wide receiver Greg Dortch. Dortch discusses being the longest tenured Cardinals receiver, his excitement level for this offense and what his role will be within that offense. Plus, the …

We can’t help it if Paul Calvisi can’t handle melting a marshmallow, although we can put it on TV. We can also let Paul join Darren Urban and Dani Sureck as the trio talk straight from State Farm Stadium about a week of training camp, including the first padded practice of the season. Among the topics: the snaps doled out at inside linebacker, how …

Ep. 151 - Estamos en pleno training camp y la defensiva ha lucido en grande. Luis Hernández, Rolando Cantú e Irving Villanueva analizan los primeros días de entrenamientos y nos dicen quién ha brillado más. Además se ponen a hablar de modas y zapatos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Ep. 85 - The Dave Pasch Podcast returns with Arizona Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort joining the show to preview to 2025 season. Ossenfort details how the team approached building the 2025 roster, including key moves to add depth to the defensive line and the strategy behind strengthening the overall roster. He also discusses the outlook …

Ep. 905 - The pads popped, and they popped a lot on Monday. It was definitely a different sounding and a different looking training camp practice at State Farm Stadium. And by all accounts, including quarterback Kyler Murray, the defense won the day. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi discuss what they saw; from 1-on-1s between the wide receivers and d…

Ep. 904 - Ask head coach Jonathan Gannon about expectations for the upcoming season or what a successful year looks like and he answers that he’s process driven, emphasizing how his team just has to improve daily. The expectations, though, for 2025 are real. And not just locally. Nationally as well. Omar Ruiz of the NFL Network joined Craig Grialou…

Ep. 903 - There’s been a lot of talk about the Year 2 jump for Marvin Harrison Jr., but what about Trey Benson? A third-round pick, and the second running back taken off the board in the 2024 NFL Draft, Benson spoke confidently about the upcoming season following Friday’s training camp practice at State Farm Stadium. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi …

Ep. 150 - Arrancó el training camp 2025 de los Cardenales de Arizona y por eso Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos presentan sus primeras impresiones de lo que se avecina este año. Kyler Murray, James Conner, Budda Baker…el equipo está completo.Hay muchas expectativas y el birdgang está listo para volar alto con el equipo. See omnystudio.com/listene…

Ep. 726 - Cardinals left guard Evan Brown joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley at training camp for a fun, football-filled conversation. He broke down the offense’s high ceiling and how the team plans to build on its already bruising run game. Brown also praised the defensive line and opened up about the mental grind that comes with being an O-linem…

Ep. 902 - One of the bigger questions heading into training camp has been answered. And answered by the man himself. Following Thursday’s practice, the first open practice of #CardsCamp, Mack Wilson Sr. confirmed he’ll be calling the defense this season. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss Wilson’s new role, new responsibilities and what it may m…

Ep. 901 - Players, coaches; everyone has reported to training camp. As have Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman. The guys discuss all the goings on from Day 1 of #CardsCamp at State Farm Stadium. There’s the good: a bulked-up Marvin Harrison Jr. sounding more confident than he was a year ago at this time, Trey McBride landing on the NFL Top 100 list, a…

As the players report to training camp, Paul Calvisi comes prepared with his annual mustache, which may or may not make it a week. The Cardinals, meanwhile, have a month to show they are worthy of the 2025 roster, and Darren Urban and Dani Sureck join Paul to talk the heavy competition that should come in Year 3 of J.G. Also on the topic list: Paul…

The Cardinals officially reported to 2025 Training Camp on Tuesday. Just hours earlier, rookie cornerback Will Johnson signed a four-year deal with the team. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Rob Fredrickson discuss Johnson’s potential and why he could turn out to be one of the biggest steals of the 2025 NFL Draft. They a…

Ep. 900 - After an eventful offseason, the Arizona Cardinals will report to State Farm Stadium for training camp this week. Dani Sureck and Zach Gershman discuss which position battles they will have their eyes on once practices begin out in Glendale. Plus, the two talk about Garrett Williams taking more of a leadership role in a young cornerback r…

Ep. 725 - When Kurt Warner came to Arizona in 2005, he was determined to reignite the success he once enjoyed with the St. Louis Rams. As a two-time MVP and Super Bowl champion, Warner faced the challenge of proving himself all over again. Defying expectations, he earned the starting role, quieted his critics, and ultimately guided the Cardinals to…

As training camp creeps closer – a week away! – Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck will soon have lots to opine about. But before that, for a final time, we go the speculation route as our trio break down their predictions in each of three categories: a player prediction, a game prediction, and a statistical prediction. What are the paramet…

The Arizona Cardinals are running it back with nearly the same offensive personnel that they had in 2024. But with Kyler Murray, James Conner, Trey McBride and Marvin Harrison Jr., this unit has all the tools to be successful in 2025. Craig Grialou, Dani Sureck and Rob Fredrickson take a deeper look at the offense and who else will need to step up,…

Ep. 899 - They may be the one team in the division with the least amount of question marks - at least as we speak right now. They are the Los Angeles Rams. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman continue their annual offseason tradition of looking around the rest of the NFC West. Final stop: Los Angeles. Craig and Zach are joined by TheRams.com senior sta…

Ep. 724 - The 2003 season finale against the Vikings carried huge weight for the Cardinals. A loss meant securing the top pick in the 2004 NFL Draft, while a win would push them out of that prized position. Paul Calvisi recounts how an obscure Cardinals receiver delivered the most crucial play of his career, sending ripples through three NFL cities…

Ep. 149 - El training camp está a la vuelta de la esquina y mientras tanto Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos hacen un recuento de todo lo que está sucediendo en el nido y también nos cuentan sobre la nueva experiencia de viaje del equipo diseñada para los fans que quieran ir al Monday Night Football vs. los Dallas Cowboys. See omnystudio.com/liste…

Social media has infiltrated our lives, but it wasn’t always that way. Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck go round robin to discuss, from the time the Cardinals moved to Arizona in 1988 to the emergence of social media around 2010, what non-football events, what non-sports events, and what Cardinals events in that time period would have bee…

In two weeks, the Arizona Cardinals will report to State Farm Stadium for the start of training camp and will, unofficially, kick off the start of the football season. Craig Grialou, Zach Gershman and Rob Fredrickson look ahead to camp and what adding more friction, as Jonathan Gannon has alluded to, will look like. Plus, the guys discuss Josh Swea…

Ep. 898 - Yes, Brock Purdy remains the quarterback. Christian McCaffrey – healthy, by the way – is firmly entrenched at running back, and George Kittle is, well, George Kittle. Still, there will be a lot of new faces on the San Francisco 49ers in 2025. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman continue their annual offseason tradition of looking around the r…

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 a…

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 Pet…

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 …

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 u…

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 Su…

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, Calai…

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 …

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 i…

Ep. 721 - 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. …

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 ha…

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 lea…

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 whethe…

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 …

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 …

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 l…

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 Ger…

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 f…

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 …

Ep. 891 - More points. Less turnovers. Of course, that’s the easy answer. But what else might ‘efficient’ look like, and, by the way, that’s the word Jonathan Gannon used when talking about the offense going into this upcoming season. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck have their own thoughts on what to expect from an offense that is running it back fro…

Ep. 719 - Cardinals cornerback Starling Thomas V sat down with Paul Calvisi to chat about his unique offseason workouts, what teams have learned about him after two years in the NFL, and how he’s now one of the more experienced players in his group. He also shared his thoughts on how the front seven has looked during the first few weeks of organize…