Red Sea Report

One of the big storylines heading into the 2024 season is how the Cardinals might generate a pass rush. After BJ Ojulari went down with a season-ending knee injury during training camp, rookie Xavier Thomas has received more reps than expected and the results are positive. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and three-time Pro Bowl defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss the upside of Thomas and the Cardinals pass rushers. Plus, the fierce battle behind running back James Conner, a review of the joint practices and preseason game with the Colts and much more.

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Training Camp is officially in the rearview mirror and the Preseason is here. The Cardinals had their first matchup of the Preseason against the New Orleans Saints, a game in which Arizona would lose by a final score of 16-14 on a Saints field goal in the final seconds. Craig Grialou and Rob Fredrickson break down what they saw on Saturday night including: Darius Robinson's disruptive NFL debut, Xavier Thomas' ability to generate pressure off the edge and the ongoing battle for the backup QB spot between Desmond Ridder and Clayton Tune. The guys also discuss what rookie wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. could learn even though he played just three snaps and didn't touch the ball. Plus a preview of the joint practices this week between the Cardinals and the Indianapolis Colts.

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Former Cardinals defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch joins Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to shine the spotlight on players who are quietly putting together a solid training camp. Plus, discussions about how the Cardinals will try to replace LB BJ Ojulari after his season-ending knee injury, how newly-extended LB Zaven Collins fits into future plans, how CB Sean Murphy-Bunting is meshing with other members of the secondary and a tribute to new Hall of Famer Dwight Freeney who made a major impact during his short time in Arizona.

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James Conner is the clear RB1 for the Cardinals. What about the others in the running back room? Coach Autry Denson joined Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to discuss the depth at running back, what the coaching staff is looking to get out of the group, the importance of pass protection and special teams and much more. Plus, two-time Pro Bowler Lorenzo Alexander joins Grialou and Calvisi to talk about the Cardinals revamped defensive front, the relationship between Kyler Murray and OC Drew Petzing and the expectations for rookie receiver Marvin Harrison Jr.

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While Trey McBride is coming off a career year in 2023, his position coach wants more in 2024. Tight end coach Ben Steele joined Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to talk about the rapid ascension of McBride and how he can take his game to the next level, the addition of rookie Tip Reiman and the offseason work put in by Elijah Higgins. Plus, Kyle Vanden Bosch joins the show to talk about the first padded practice, Kyler Murray's leadership, how impressive Darius Robinson looks on the defensive line and the value of having a teammate like center Hjalte Froholdt.

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The Cardinals reported to training camp on Tuesday with a different vibe from a year ago. Coach Jonathan Gannon enters his second year guiding the Big Red, this time with his starting quarterback ready to go. Kyler Murray is expected to hit the ground running after spending much of 2023 rehabbing his injured knee. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson project what the offense might do with a healthy Murray. Plus, discussions about the rookie class potentially contributing right away and how the defense might perform after upgrading the line through free agency and the draft.

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Much of the offseason attention has been focused on Marvin Harrison Jr. and the 2024 Cardinals draft class. What about last year's selections? Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Kyle Vanden Bosch discuss which players from the 2023 Cardinals draft class are poised for breakout seasons. Plus, predicting which free agent additions will give the Cardinals the biggest boost, a review of Kyler Murray's offseason and a preview of the most intriguing camp battles.

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After setting franchise records in 2023, what does Cardinals Tight End Trey McBride have in store for the 2024 season? Dani Sureck, Zach Gershman and Rob Fredrickson discuss what McBride can do in this offense after adding more weapons this offseason and how McBride can become a compete tight end. Plus, the group takes a look at how Drew Petzing's offense might look with a fully healthy Kyler Murray and the evolution of the defense under Nick Rallis heading into his second year as defensive coordinator.

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He's now the longest tenured wide receiver. Will Greg Dortch find himself getting more and more opportunities in 2024? Craig Grialou, Zach Gershman and Rob Fredrickson discuss what Dortch's role in the Cardinals offense might look like this upcoming season and how he can still make a huge mark returning kicks. Plus, the guys preview what the combination of Kyzir White and Mack Wilson Sr. at inside linebacker and the depth of that room as a whole and what kind of impact rookie tight end Tip Reiman may have in his first year in the NFL.

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We've heard about players making strides during their second year in the NFL, but what about the coordinators? Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson talk about how Cardinals offensive coordinator Drew Petzing and defensive coordinator Nick Rallis can improve in their second year on the job. Plus, discussions on some of the biggest storylines of the offseason including a beefed up defensive line, the arrival of Marvin Harrison Jr. and the excitement surrounding Kyler Murray's upcoming season.

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