The Brad Cesmat Show

Brad and Eric kick around the latest headlines from the weekend, including if we’re getting any closer to seeing live sports at the professional level. Brad feels Adam Silver and the NBA has been most diligent and cautious navigating COVID-19. The MMQB Columnist Andrew Brandt (13:18 on podcast) – a former NFL front office executive who has worked alongside David Falk who worked with Michael Jordan, as well. “The Last Dance” Episodes 7 & 8 aired Sunday night. Brad believes more and more Jordan haters are coming out of now. Plus, Eric and Brad sift through the Arizona Cardinals 2020 schedule – Brad has them going 10-6, Eric 11-5.

The drama continues as the rift between Michael Jordan and Charles Barkley makes public airwaves. Brad and Eric both agree it’s time for MJ to get over Barkley’s criticism of him when he was running Bobcats. Barkley, as an analyst, is allowed to have an opinion of how Jordan was failing at his job  as an executive. The Athletic’s ASU insider and good friend of the show Doug Haller (19:27 on podcast) Skyped in to talk Sun Devil basketball, Eno Benjamin sliding in the NFL draft, the chances of us seeing college football this fall in some capacity and much more. Plus, Eric skyped in with Sunrise Mountain High senior dancer Bre Ferris (35:56 on podcast) for Wednesday’s 2020 Vision guest.

“The Last Dance” once again ripped out Suns’ fans’ hearts Sunday night as John Paxon’s three-pointer ended Phoenix’s march towards their first NBA title. Brad and Eric discuss some of the interesting sidestories like Jordan wanting to sign with Adidas and Jerry Krause apparently loving Dan Majerle. ASU basketball took a hit with Romello White’s decision to enter the transfer portal. Brad and Eric discuss the latest update on professional sports and when things may start ramping back up. Plus, Eric caught up with Centennial senior quarterback Jonathan Morris via Skype (28:48 on podcast) for Monday’s 2020 Vision segment. 

The there are rumbling Major League Baseball could be returning by the end of June, early July or possibly even earier than both target dates. Does the new 10-team, three-region plan make the most sense? Phoenix Suns great Amar’e Stoudemire (12:40 on podcast) Skyped in from Tel Aviv to discuss a myriad of things including his rise to NBA stardom, his time with the Suns, remembering Kobe Bryant and how he’s enjoyed playing basketball overseas. Plus, Eric caught up with South Mountain High two-sport standout Tziaha Quint via Skype (33:39 on podcast). Quint is signed to continue his academic and football career at Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana next fall.

Arizona Governor Doug Ducey is expected to speak on the status of quarantine on Tuesday. Brad and Eric discuss all the major sports returning and the balancing act and challenges each face. Former ASU star offensive lineman, now Cleveland Browns assistant coach Scott Peters Skyped in with Brad. Plus, Eric talks with Chaparral soccer star Madison Liebman (35:34 on podcast) as she Skypes in to talk about her decorated four-year career which included four State Championships, as well as her decision to play at Penn starting next fall. 

The Arizona Cardinals wrapped a nice 2020 NFL Draft over the weekend, which including selecting ASU’s Eno Benjamin with their 7th-round pick. Brad and Eric discussed what they liked, disliked for the virtual draft, as well as some of the local players heading to the NFL. NBCSports.com’s Peter King (9:56 on podcast) Skyped in from New York with his biggest takeaways from the draft, as well as the Cardinals new haul of talent. NFL Network’s Michael Fabiano also Skyped in (32:41 on podcast) and talked fantasy implications from this new rookie crop, including best and worst landing spots. Plus, a full recap of “The Last Dance” espisodes 3 & 4 which aired Sunday night.

The NFL draft is just hours away. How will the teams adapt to the “virtual” expected hiccups? Brad and Eric discuss what and who makes the most sense for the Cardinals and the eighth overall pick. University of Miami Wide Receivers Coach and former ASU Offensive Coordinator Rob Likens (10:15 on podcast) Skyped in to discuss how Brandon Aiyuk’s game translates to the NFL, as well as why Herm Edwards parted ways with him back in December. Brad was also joined by new San Tan Charter head coach Kerry Taylor (19:24 on podcast). He discussed his successful yet controversial stay at Arcadia, becoming a new dad and why he feels San Tan Charter is the right fit for him.

The NFL draft is just two days away and the options are endless for the Cardinals and the eighth pick. People still buzzing over “The Last Dance” from Sunday night. Could we see the CFP and the Final Four be held over the same weekend if college football is pushed back to the spring? ESPN NFL Reporter Ed Werder (20:18 on podcast) will be covering four teams in the NFL draft, including the Cards. He talked about scenarios with the eighth pick, the league doing a “remote draft” and some of the pitfalls invoved, as well as how the NFL could have a different look when things ramp back up at some point. Plus, Tuesday’s 2020 Vision guest Saguaro linebacker and emotional leader Connor Toci (30:38 on podcast).

Brad and Eric discuss the debut of “The Last Dance” which aired Sunday night on ESPN and got spectacular reviews. Both are excited to see the rest of the 10-part series as the summer unfolds. The NFL draft starts Thursday and the Cardinals are presently sitting with the eighth pick. azcentral columnist Kent Somers (13:02 on podcast) discussed a number of scenarios leading up to this weekend, as well as the chances we see college football this fall. Valley car icon Tex Earnhardt passed away over the weekend. Plus, Eric Skyped in with Pinnacle two-sports standout Marcus Libman (31:14 on podcast) for Monday’s 2020 Vision segment. 

We are one week away from the NFL draft. Who and what makes the most sense for the Arizona Cardinals and the eighth overall pick? NFL on CBS analyst and former Cards’ kicker Jay Feely (12:03 on podcast) is helping Valley families in need through our friends at Valle Luna in Chandler. He also discussed the draft and the Cards, as well. University of Alabama Athletic Director Greg Byrne (21:35 on podcast) Skyped in to talk about the future of college football, not only this fall but into 2021, as well. Plus, Thursday’s “2020 Vision” guest as Eric caught up with Horizon standout quarterback Jake Martinelli (34:45 on podcast) over Skype.