Big Red Rage

Ep. 739 - The Cardinals enter their bye week with a 2–5 record after dropping five straight games, all in heartbreaking fashion. How will they bounce back in the second half of the season? Paul Calvisi and Zach Gershman break it down. Plus, extended conversations with head coach Jonathan Gannon and radio color analyst A.Q. Shipley on what needs to change to start finishing games and add wins down the stretch.

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Ep. 738 - Linebacker Mack Wilson Sr. joined Paul Calvisi to discuss his strong start to the 2025 season at middle linebacker, being named team captain, his favorite hit of the year, and what it will take to snap the Cardinals’ four-game losing streak with a win over the Packers on Sunday at State Farm Stadium. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down Walter Nolen III’s return to practice, Jacoby Brissett’s impressive debut as starting QB, and the challenge of containing Green Bay stars Micah Parsons, Jordan Love and Josh Jacobs.

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Ep. 737 - Running back Zonovan “Bam” Knight made the most of his opportunities on Sunday against the Titans, scoring his second career touchdown and first as a member of the Cardinals. Knight joins Paul Calvisi to discuss how the Cardinals can bounce back from the tough loss to Tennessee, what it meant to make the 53-man roster out of training camp, and the team's confidence in quarterback Jacoby Brissett if he needs to step in for the banged up Kyler Murray. They also touch on the strength of the 4-1 Colts defense. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down Marvin Harrison Jr.’s big-play ability, Brissett’s familiarity with the offense, and how the Cardinals can work to contain Daniel Jones, Jonathan Taylor, and the rest of the Colts' offensive weapons.

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Ep. 736 - Cardinals third-year cornerback Kei'Trel Clark has made an impact in recent weeks, contributing in both pass coverage and in the run game. He joined Paul Calvisi to talk about his confidence, emotional play, mental toughness, how the defensive scheme suits him, and what he’s been able to learn from veterans like Budda Baker. Ron Wolfley also joins Calvisi to break down the tested running back depth, Marvin Harrison Jr.’s strong fourth quarter against Seattle, and what the Cardinals need to do to beat the visiting Tennessee Titans and rookie QB Cam Ward.

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Ep. 735 - Former Cardinals offensive lineman Justin Pugh joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to preview Thursday Night Football’s matchup against the Seahawks. He shares his plans to watch the game with fans at State Farm Stadium and breaks down how the Cardinals can beat their NFC West rival. Plus, Calvisi and Wolfley discuss the impact of losing running back James Conner to injury, the importance of Trey Benson stepping up as RB1, the challenges posed by the Seahawks defense, and how the Cardinals can contain Sam Darnold and his offensive weapons.

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Ep. 734 - A trade acquisition last year, edge rusher Baron Browning has quickly become an impact player for the Cardinals defense. Browning joined Paul Calvisi to discuss why Nick Rallis' defensive scheme is a perfect fit for him, how he thinks he can still improve his game, the defense's performance as a unit so far in 2025 and what it was like being a standout high school football player in the state of Texas. Plus, Calvisi is joined by Ron Wolfley to break down how the Cardinals offense can get the run game going, the need to get Marvin Harrison Jr. more targets and Calais Campbell continuing to make big plays in his 18th NFL season. Calvisi and Wolf also preview Sunday's matchup against the San Francisco 49ers and how to best defend a player like Christian McCaffrey.

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Ep. 733 - Second-year cornerback Max Melton made a strong 2025 debut, recording six tackles and a pass breakup in the Cardinals’ 20-13 win over the Saints in New Orleans. He joined Paul Calvisi to discuss his Week 1 performance, growth since his rookie year, matchups with Marvin Harrison Jr. in college and the NFL, and rookie corner Will Johnson’s early impact. They also previewed the Week 2 matchup against the Panthers. Plus, Ron Wolfley joins Calvisi to break down what the offense must improve, standout defensive performances from New Orleans, and keys to winning Sunday’s home opener.

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Ep. 732 - Just days before the Cardinals' season opener against the Saints in New Orleans, defensive lineman Dalvin Tomlinson sat down with Paul Calvisi to discuss the team's revamped defensive line, his growing chemistry with fellow lineman Calais Campbell, and his role in mentoring younger players on the roster. Plus, Ron Wolfley joined Calvisi to break down the keys to a successful season, highlight Marvin Harrison Jr.’s importance to the team, and share what the Cardinals need to do to come out on top against the Saints.

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Ep. 731 - Cardinals second-year safety Dadrion Taylor-Demerson joined Paul Calvisi to discuss his understanding of the defense, what he learned during his rookie season, growing with the other members of the 2024 draft class, the new Cardinals Rivalries uniforms, and more. Former Cardinals pass rusher Markus Golden also joined Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the team's upgraded defensive front, Calais Campbell’s impact, and how a stronger D-line can benefit Budda Baker and the secondary. Golden also shared his excitement about teaming up with Cardinals legends Patrick Peterson and Tyrann Mathieu to host the first-ever Cardinals Premier Travel trip, where fans will head to Dallas in November to watch the Cardinals take on the Cowboys on Monday Night Football.

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Ep. 730 - Elijah Higgins joined Paul Calvisi to talk about his confidence going into his third NFL season, what it means to be part of a highly regarded tight end group, Trey McBride’s rise to stardom, and why Tip Reiman might be ready for a breakout year. Plus, Ron Wolfley joined Calvisi to discuss Mack Wilson Sr., assess the middle linebacker group, highlight players who need to make a strong impression in the preseason finale against the Raiders, and review the top performers from Cardinals training camp.

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