Bernie talks about what he's expecting out of the first regular season Amazon Prime Thursday Night Football broadcast with Al Michaels and Kirk Herbstreit. He also breaks down the battle between Justin Herbert and Patrick Mahomes and points out how these could be epic duels in the future.

Bernie offers up his thoughts on Adam Wainwright and Yadier Molina setting the all-time record for a starting battery with one team Wednesday night. He also talks about why Albert Pujols is the logical choice to face many right-handed pitchers.

Bernie assesses how the Cardinals will fare against Brewers starter Corbin Burnes.

Bernie visits with St. Louis Post-Dispatch Hall of Fame Cardinals writer Rick Hummel. Rick talks about Albert Pujols chasing 700 home runs, the class he's displayed doing it, and his career-long success in Pittsburgh. He also offers up why he thinks Adam Wainwright will call it a career after the season.

Bernie dives into the debate over whether it's meaningful when a club feasts off playing inferior competition while struggling against teams with winning records.

Bernie visits with ESPN college football writer Bill Connelly. Bill expresses his concerns over Mizzou's offensive struggles and offers praise for Illinois defensive coordinator Ryan Walters. He also elaborates on the problems Jimbo Fisher is dealing with at Texas A&M why he thinks Alabama is going to be fine but has some serious concerns this season that could pop up despite Nick Saban's ability to adapt over time.

Bernie previews the Cardinals' matchup against Corbin Burnes. Bernie doesn't rip Oliver Marmol starting against a right-handed pitcher given his recent numbers, but he tempers expectations against Corbin Burnes.

Bernie reacts to Doug Armstrong's comments after signing Jordan Kyrou to an 8-year contract extension running through 2031. He also previews the upcoming season and looks at potential signs of weakness from the defensemen.

Bernie talks about the need for the Cardinals to get their offense back in gear. Bernie expresses optimism that Brendan Donovan will regain his stroke but is concerned about Tyler O'Neill's bat being AWOL too often.

Bernie talks about seven quarterbacks in the NFL who owned their world on Sunday led by Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills.