Big Red Rage

Ep. 669 - Cardinals rookie tight end Tip Reiman joins Paul Calvisi to talk about his love for the physical nature of football, his relationship with Trey McBride, what it's like to grow up in South Dakota, how he ended up at Illinois, his pottery skills and more. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss the increased competition on both sides of the ball, receivers not named Harrison and Wilson and the tone setters on defense.

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Ep. 668 - The Cardinals will have a new-look offensive line in 2024. Paris Johnson Jr. moves from right to left tackle following the departure of D.J. Humphries and free agent addition Jonah Williams will take over on the right side. Williams joined Paul Calvisi to talk about joining the Cardinals in the offseason, how the line can build upon a successful 2023 campaign, what challenges Johnson will face while switching positions, playing for the legendary Nick Saban at Alabama and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss the recently-wrapped offseason program, what battles they will watch during training camp, first impressions of Marvin Harrison Jr. and the expected competition at the cornerback position.

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Ep. 667 - Cornerback Elijah Jones was selected by the Cardinals in the 3rd round of the 2024 NFL Draft and the rookie has big expectations for himself in 2024. Jones joined Paul Calvisi to talk about life as a NFL newbie, who has caught his eye in OTAs, his musical background and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss the wide receiver group, shine the spotlight on the upgraded defensive line and offer a full breakdown of Kyler Murray's first media session since the end of the 2023 season.

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Ep. 666 - After spending all last offseason rehabbing an injury, Cardinals cornerback Garrett Williams is glad to be out there working with his teammates this year. The second-year DB joins Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck to discuss what it takes to be a great slot cornerback, how the Cardinals cornerback room is shaping up and what he's noticed from Marvin Harrison Jr. after going against him in practice. Plus, Calvisi and Sureck talk about the second week of OTAs, how Kyler Murray has grown as a leader on and off the field and how James Conner thinks his career year in 2023 was his floor, not his ceiling.

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Ep. 665 - Rookie offensive lineman Christian Jones grew up with big dreams of becoming an international soccer star. That changed when the football coach at his high school convinced Jones to join his squad. The Cardinals fifth-round selection out of Texas joined Paul Calvisi to talk about his journey from the pitch to the gridiron, the challenges he had to overcome, first impressions of the NFL and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss the start of OTAs, the upside of second-year wide receiver Michael Wilson and pass rusher BJ Ojulari, how the cornerback room might shake out in 2024 and Marvin Harrison Jr. officially signing his rookie contract.

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Ep. 664 - The much-anticipated NFL schedule was released this week and you know Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley have a reaction. What are their first thoughts about the 2024 slate? Plus, discussions about the Cardinals rookies and how some can carve out immediate roles this season. We also hear from safety Dadrion Taylor-Demerson who shared some of his goals after being drafted by the Cardinals in the 4th round. You can call him Rabbit.

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Ep. 663 - Rookie edge rusher Xavier Thomas joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about being selected by the Cardinals in the fifth round of the 2024 draft, overcoming adversity at Clemson, his desire to impact the game and how his skill set translates to the NFL. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf react to the rookie class arriving for minicamp and discuss Kyler Murray having a full offseason to prepare for the 2024 campaign.

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Ep. 662 - The Cardinals are receiving solid reviews for their 12-pick haul in the 2024 NFL Draft. Assistant GM Dave Sears, Monti Ossenfort's right-hand man, joined Paul Calvisi to talk about the highlights of the draft class, the vision for those picks and what types of players are always on the Cardinals' radar. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss which players they are most excited to see throughout the offseason and into training camp.

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Ep. 661 - The drama has been building for months and now it's time to find out who will be joining the Cardinals in the 2024 NFL Draft. Paul Calvisi, Ron Wolfley and Dave Pasch discuss several draft day scenarios that could come up for Monti Ossenfort and the Cardinals. Will the Big Red stick and pick at No. 4? Or will they trade down for more draft capital? Here. We. Go.

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Ep. 660 - The Cardinals signed running back DeeJay Dallas as a free agent on March 14. The former 4th-round pick of the Seattle Seahawks brings experience in the backfield and on special teams. Dallas joined Paul Calvisi to talk about why he felt the Cardinals would be a good fit, the details of the new kickoff rules, his hometown of Brunswick, Georgia, attending a high school that dates back to 1788 and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss the start of the offseason program, Trey McBride's potential in his third season and the pre-draft press conference conducted by Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort and head coach Jonathan Gannon.

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