Big Red Rage

Ep. 679 - Left guard Evan Brown joins Paul Calvisi to discuss how the Cardinals offense fits his strength and athleticism, the competition amongst offensive linemen in the weight room, what it’s like at an O-Line dinner and why his car racing career came to an end. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley talk about the current 53-man roster, the impact of safety Budda Baker and how long it might take the Cardinals to form an identity.

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Ep. 678 - Second-year cornerback Kei'Trel Clark joined Paul Calvisi to talk about what he learned as he navigated his rookie season, what he's working to improve upon, facing Marvin Harrison Jr. in practice and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss center Hjalte Froholdt being extended through the 2026 season, ongoing roster battles, the importance of the final preseason game at Denver and the retirement of fan favorite Markus Golden.

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Ep. 677 - Linebacker Krys Barnes joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the inside linebacker group, working with Kyzir White and Mack Jones Sr., Owen Pappoe's progress, what impresses him the most about rookie DL Darius Robinson and what it's like to practice against the Colts. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf offer their own observations from the Cards and Colts joint work including a review of the water-logged Thursday workout.

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Ep. 676 – Defensive lineman Dante Stills joins Paul Calvisi to discuss his second NFL training camp, the new-look defensive line and how he plans to build on a rookie year that saw him collect 47 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and 5 tackles for loss. Plus, Ron Wolfley and Calvisi talk about the battle for the backup QB position between Desmond Ridder and Clatyon Tune, the state of the offensive line and what to expect when the Cardinals host the Saints in the 2024 preseason opener on Saturday.

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Ep. 675 - Rookie cornerback Max Melton joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss his first NFL camp, his favorite coverage technique to play, taking pride in special teams, his love of cars and more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf chat about Paris Johnson's transition to left tackle, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s goals, Greg Dortch's ceiling and the linebacking duo of Kyzir White and Mack Wilson Sr.

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Ep. 674 - Free agent acquisition Chris Moore joins Paul Calvisi to talk about what he brings to the wide receiver room, what impresses him most about Marvin Harrison Jr., playing with Kyler Murray, the importance of taking pride on special teams and his welcome to the NFL moment. Plus, Ron Wolfley and Calvisi discuss the impact and leadership of Budda Baker, expectations for James Conner, the protein intake of Hjalte Froholdt, the battle for playing time at corner and Max Melton’s tattoo sleeves.

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Ep. 673 - The new kickoff rules for the 2024 season will be unlike anything previously seen in the NFL. That has third-year linebacker Jesse Luketa pumped. Luketa joined Paul Calvisi to talk about why he's excited to cover kicks again, the upside of the Cardinals defense and how he found himself at the center of a couple great viral moments away from the football field. Plus, Ron Wolfley and Calvisi discuss the cornerback position, running backs not named James Conner and Paris Johnson's switch from right tackle to the left side of the offensive line.

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Ep. 672 - The 2003 season finale against the Vikings had plenty of significance for the Cardinals. Lose the game, get the top pick in the 2004 NFL Draft. Win the game, drop out of that coveted spot. Paul Calvisi tells the story of how an unknown Cardinals receiver made the biggest play of his life, sent shockwaves through three NFL cities and significantly altered the top of the 2004 Draft. What happened four months later would change the course of Cardinals history forever.

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Ep. 671 - During his playing career, the great Pat Tillman occupied more than one locker at Cardinals HQ in Tempe. But it's Pat's final locker that is on display for players and coaches to see on a daily basis. Paul Calvisi tells the incredible story of how one longtime Cardinals employee managed to save Tillman's final locker from destruction with just seconds to spare during 2015 renovations. The locker, encased in glass and adorned with Tillman's jersey and helmet, serves as inspiration to those who see it. Find out where the locker is now and what Tillman's legacy means to the people who knew him.

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Ep. 670 - Kurt Warner arrived in Arizona in 2005 looking to revive his career in search of the same glory he achieved with the St. Louis Rams. The two-time MVP and Super Bowl winning quarterback had to prove himself all over again. Warner overcame the odds, silenced his doubters, won the starting job and eventually led the Cardinals to their first Super Bowl appearance. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley detail the ups and downs of Kurt’s career in Arizona, an improbable era that sealed his position in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

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