Ep. 888 - As OTAs continue to roll along for the Cardinals, the conversation surrounding the team’s depth continues to be discussed. Zach Gershman and Darren Urban (yes, you read that correctly) talk about the latest on Cardinals Cover 2. With the arrival of Jacoby Brissett, what does that mean for Clayton Tune in the backup quarterback competition? Can Trey Benson take that sophomore season leap even while James Conner plays at a high level? Also, Zach and Darren share which player from the 2024 draft class they are most eager to see take a step forward.

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Ep. 718 - Rookie offensive lineman Hayden Conner is confident in his abilities, but he’s humble enough to know that his path to NFL success won’t be an easy one. The Cardinals’ 2025 sixth round selection joins Paul Calvisi to discuss his days playing for the Texas Longhorns, meeting Matthew McConaughey, his early childhood dream of becoming an aerospace engineer and with that, does he believe in aliens? Conner also talks about his mentality as OTAs begin and how he’s ready to do whatever is asked of him to help the team. Plus, Calvisi is joined by Darren Urban to explore what Darius Robinson's second season could look like and the sense of urgency for the Cardinals to get back to the playoffs.

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Ep. 887 - The Cardinals are back on the field as Phase Three begins with the start of OTAs. Paul Calvisi, Dani Sureck and Zach Gershman fill the shoes of the vacationing Craig Grialou to discuss what stood out to them the most from the first practice; what a Year 1 to Year 2 jump can look like for Darius Robinson; the new look defensive line as a whole; who will challenge for the starting right guard position; Drew Petzing's thoughts on the continuity of his offense; and Paul learns what epsom salts are.

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Ep. 144 - Los OTAs o entrenamientos voluntarios de verano siguen con toda la energía necesaria y en esta ocasión, Luis Hernández, Rolando Cantú e Irving Villanueva nos presentan un panorama de lo que puede pasar con el equipo. Además nos dicen quien puede ser el MVP de Cardenales en el 2025.

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As we hit all the graduation days around the Valley, sure, you’d think Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck will be friends forever. First, they podcast this week to discuss the arrival of OTAs, Sean Murphy-Bunting’s absence and how the cornerback situation looks without him, Will Johnson’s chances at starting, the underrated and the underappreciated on the Cardinals roster, Dani gets everyone cultured, Darius Robinson’s importance (and BJ Ojulari too), the authenticity of upcoming position battles, the meaninglessness of Kyler’s rankings, MHJ’s needs, zombies in Winning Behavior, and how international games impact all fans.

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It's heating up outside and that means that the Cardinals are getting ready for Voluntary OTAs to begin. Dani Sureck, Paul Calvisi and Drew Stanton discuss how important this time of year can actually be for a team and what both sides of the ball can accomplish out on the practice field. Plus, the trio talk about expectations for Kyler Murray, Marvin Harrison Jr. and the rest of the offense as well as the competition at cornerback and which of the young players will need to step up in 2025.

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Ep. 717 - Cardinals fourth-round draft pick Cody Simon is no stranger to the big stage. The rookie linebacker out of Ohio State took home the CFP National Championship Defensive MVP award in January following the Buckeyes’ title win. Now, Simon looks to grow into a defensive force for the Cardinals. Simon joined Paul Calvisi to talk about rookie life so far, playing for a college powerhouse, his ability to call the defense, his experience with coach-to-player headset communication and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss Budda Baker's itch to get back to the playoffs, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s new physique, the "Tush Push" and the NFL allowing its players to play flag football in the 2028 Olympics.

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Ep. 143 - Marvin Harrison Jr. se puso a trabajar duro en el gimnasio y luce más fuerte que nunca. Luis Hernández y Rolando Cantú nos dicen si este cambio de físico del receptor pudiera ayudarle más en la temporada 2025. Además, Budda Baker también luce diferente por la barba que trae…Será acaso que Rolando le da el visto bueno?

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Ep. 886 - It’s called Phase 3, when teams can line up offense against defense. Still no contact but practice looks more like football. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck preview the start of organized team activities, better known as OTAs for short. How much do we see of the newcomers, whether that’s Josh Sweat or Walter Nolen III and Will Johnson? What about those players who we didn’t see a lot of in 2024 like BJ Ojulari, Justin Jones and Bilal Nichols? Do we get an idea of who the team likes at right guard? Is there a wide receiver who emerges? Also, Craig and Dani discuss the Cardinals and Broncos holding a single joint practice ahead of their preseason game in Denver and the latest from the Spring League Meeting.

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Darren Urban acerbic and caustic? Never. (Or maybe never a doubt.) But that’s what Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck deal with as our trio discuss Marvin Harrison’s new physique and how that (and other things) can help him improve in his second NFL season, the consequences of a back-loaded schedule, a preseason practice in Denver, if Jonathan Gannon might adjust his preseason playtime philosophy, the Niners paying their guys and Brock Purdy in particular, the NFC West early handicapping, Getting Cultured about schedule release content, flag football in the Olympics, more Winning (and non-winning) behavior, Budda Baker and the Cardinals growing closer, and a touching story about Paul’s early days as a gym guy.

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