The Brad Cesmat Show

Jordan Hamm opens up with the return of Larry Fitzgerald to the Arizona Cardinals! How Larry changes and leads the Cardinals into Kliff Kingsbury’s first NFL offseason. Jordan also goes over the current recruiting state of both UArizona and Arizona State as the 2020 season starts closing in. FOX Sports College Football Analyst, Brock Huard (18:09 on podcast), joins Brad to discuss the PAC-12, the state of ASU and UArizona and much more. Devon Henry also hops in talking about the Chili Bowl Nationals and a variety of changes coming in NASCAR.

Busy weekend of sports to recap including the NFL Championship games being set, ASU women’s basketball pulls off two big upsets, UofA hoops swept by the Oregon schools, Clemson-LSU Monday night, the Suns and much more. “The Professor” Paola Boivin (8:03 on podcast) checked in from NOLA for a scene-setter of the CFP Championship between LSU and Clemson, as well as all the celebs she’s seen so far in The Big Easy. NFL on CBS/Westwood One PBP voice Kevin Harlan (15:14 on podcast) called Sunday’s Seahawks-Packers game, as well as previewed the final four matchups this weekend. Plus, NAU OC Aaron Pflugrad (24:04 on podcast) Skyped in to discuss a myriad of topics around the Jacks’ program.

Brad opens up chatting with Eric and Jordan about everything going on in the valley including the Ayton vs Luca, a former Diamondback in a crazy baseball fight, and more. Also, where will the Suns land the rest of this season, what will happen to Nico Mannion if he delcares for the draft, and how the Coyotes have been on the rise. South Point Casino Resort Sports Marketing Director, Jimmy Vaccaro (12:59 on podcast), goes over the odds to bet on and the NFL Playoffs. Brad also goes over ASU and UArizona basketball and the Sun Devil’s struggle with the arena.

Jordan Hamm goes all around recruiting in the state of Arizona including the most recent signees, and who is left in the 2020 class who has yet to sign. He discusses philosophies and thoughts of the recruits as well as his experience in Texas attending the All-American Bowl. Devon Henry chats with Tucson, Arizona’s, Jerry Coons Jr. (24:15 on podcast) about his illustrious career and the 2020 Chili. The two also discuss the career of his son, Cale Coons, and what Jerry’s plans look like for 2020.

Brad’s back and ready for what should be an interesting 2020 sports year here in the Valley. Breaking news off the top of the show: Tua leaving Alabama and turning pro. Plus, the Dallas Cowboys hire Mike McCarthy as their new head coach. ASU sideline reporter and former all-conference safety Jordan Simone (9:19 on podcast) came in-studio to discuss the 2019 Sun Devil season, their Sun Bowl win over Florida State and the latest recruiting news as the Herm Train rolled through California. We were also joined in-studio by azcentral columnist Kent Somers (24:13 on podcast) who talked about the sports landscape in Phoenix, as well as a full breakdown of the Cardinals season, off-season/draft needs and the future of David Johnson.

Brad is all about National Letter of Intent Day with many top notch high school football recruits signing to continue their football careers and the story of the Purdy family. ESPN College Football Analyst and Scout, Tom Luginbill (11:17 on podcast) about National Letter of Intent day and recruiting for Arizona State and the University of Arizona. Brad chats with NBC Sports Columnist and host of Football Night in America, Peter King (17:07 on podcast), to talk everything Cardinals about Larry’s thoughts on returning in 2020, possible changes to the front office and roster, and the Diamondbacks trading for Madison Bumgarner.

Busy football Monday with plenty to get to but the Arizona Diamondbacks stole the headlines Sunday agreeing to terms with former San Francisco Giants Madison Bumgarner. Our ESPN MLB Insider Pedro Gomez (10:14 on podcast) discussed what the signing means for the organization moving forward and if MadBum is a good fit at Chase Field. The Cardinals got a much-needed win over the Brown Sunday and ASU has a new offensive coordinator. Former Sun Devil OC, now Florida State head coach Mike Norvell (19:42 on podcast) talked about making the move from Memphis. Plus, NFL Network Senior Fantasy Analyst Michael Fabiano (28:05 on podcast) getting you ready for your championship weekend…if you’re still alive.

Jordan Hamm has his eye on MLB Free Agency this week as the Winter Meeting continue in San Diego. The Dbacks haven’t been deep in any acquisition talks, what does Jordan think about that? Also, he breaks down the breaking news of ASU Football running back, Eno Benjamin declaring for the NFL Draft. MLB Network Reporter and Sports360AZ’s own Sande Charles (17:25), calls in from the MLB Winter Meetings to discuss the happening around the city and the Dbacks outlook. Brad chats with Suns legend and NBA on TNT host, Charles Barkley (24:38), about all things NBA including the Suns, changing the NBA schedule and more.

The Cardinals losing streak grows as the Steelers walk away with a close win. NFL on CBS analyst James Lofton (8:02 on podcast) was on the call and shared his thoughts, as well as a funny story about Larry Fitzgerald. NFL Network Senior Fantasy Analyst Michael Fabiano (17:24 on podcast) talked about the fantasy playoffs and all the injuries that are piling up. ASU legend Jake Plummer (17:25 on podcast) Skyped in to talk about joining the College Football Hall of Fame, Jayden Daniels’ progress and potential and much more. ASU will face Florida State in the Sun Bowl on New Year’s Eve.

Jordan Hamm goes around almost everything going on in Arizona. He goes over the future and changes happening with the Arizona Diamondbacks and Cardinals. What needs to happen with those teams to get better and how they plan on doing that at this moment. Also, even with a Bowl Game still coming up for ASU Football, the recruiting signing season is luring over everyone. Jordan goes over the recruiting scene with Arizona State and how to look at their philosophies. Arizona Varsity’s Ralph Amsden and Chilly (30:26 on podcast) look at all the high school football state championships this weekend and dig into the inaugural Open Division Championship.