Arizona Cardinals Podcasts

Cardinals fans are understandably excited about J.J. Watt joining the Cardinals. Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph may be even more fired up to secure Watt's services for his defense. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry break down Joseph's recent comments about how the Cardinals plan to use Watt in the defensive scheme. How will Watt's presence affect Chandler Jones? Plus, a look ahead to free agency and what the Cardinals may do to fill some of their needs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 401 - Call it the trickle-down effect. What does the arrival of J.J. Watt mean for Haason Reddick and Markus Golden? Those two players are scheduled to become unrestricted free agents. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the team’s options at outside linebacker as the guys resume their position-by-position breakdown. Also, the inside linebacker spot is examined with an emphasis on how much better Isaiah Simmons can be in his second year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 401 - Call it the trickle-down effect. What does the arrival of J.J. Watt mean for Haason Reddick and Markus Golden? Those two players are scheduled to become unrestricted free agents. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the team’s options at outside linebacker as the guys resume their position-by-position breakdown. Also, the inside linebacker spot is examined with an emphasis on how much better Isaiah Simmons can be in his second year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 497 - On Monday, the Cardinals surprised many in the NFL when they signed free agent defensive lineman J.J. Watt to a two-year contract. Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his role in the recruitment process, where Watt will play in the defense and the leadership he brings the Cardinals both on and off the field. Plus, find out why Joseph said it was a "no brainer" to sign Watt after watching film and why he is a "perfect fit" for the Cardinals defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 497 - On Monday, the Cardinals surprised many in the NFL when they signed free agent defensive lineman J.J. Watt to a two-year contract. Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his role in the recruitment process, where Watt will play in the defense and the leadership he brings the Cardinals both on and off the field. Plus, find out why Joseph said it was a "no brainer" to sign Watt after watching film and why he is a "perfect fit" for the Cardinals defense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s still true – J.J. Watt is a Cardinal, as odd as it sounds. Does his presence impact not only the pass rush but the culture? Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Kyle Odegard chew on that topic, as well as considering the unretirement of No. 99, Watt’s ability to be inspirational for the defense and the “whole lot” of gas he says he has left, how his salary cap number might be figured and what it means to the Cards, the opportunities the Cards have in free agency as they look ready to push their chips in, what it means for Pat P and Haason Reddick and again, much discussion on the ripple effect for a Fitz decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s still true – J.J. Watt is a Cardinal, as odd as it sounds. Does his presence impact not only the pass rush but the culture? Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Kyle Odegard chew on that topic, as well as considering the unretirement of No. 99, Watt’s ability to be inspirational for the defense and the “whole lot” of gas he says he has left, how his salary cap number might be figured and what it means to the Cards, the opportunities the Cards have in free agency as they look ready to push their chips in, what it means for Pat P and Haason Reddick and again, much discussion on the ripple effect for a Fitz decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 400 - The signing of J.J. Watt checks a lot of boxes the Cardinals wanted to address in the offseason. But there are still several more boxes that need to be filled if this team hopes to be playing games deep into January. So, what is that next box? Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki give their thoughts after hearing from general manager Steve Keim who spoke to the media on Wednesday. How aggressive will the Cardinals be in free agency? How many of the team’s own free agents might be retained? And what is the latest on Larry Fitzgerald? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 400 - The signing of J.J. Watt checks a lot of boxes the Cardinals wanted to address in the offseason. But there are still several more boxes that need to be filled if this team hopes to be playing games deep into January. So, what is that next box? Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki give their thoughts after hearing from general manager Steve Keim who spoke to the media on Wednesday. How aggressive will the Cardinals be in free agency? How many of the team’s own free agents might be retained? And what is the latest on Larry Fitzgerald? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 399 - Everyone wanted to know J.J. Watt chose to sign with the Arizona Cardinals. There were a number of factors, he said on Tuesday, but the biggest might’ve been Kyler Murray. Watt said he texted Murray, “I’m here because I believe in you.” That’s quite the endorsement. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss what that text message means for Murray and the Cardinals going forward. Also, Watt detailed how he was able to break the news of his signing—it was quite the elaborate plan—and the gratitude he has for the Marshall Goldberg family for allowing him to wear No. 99. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 399 - Everyone wanted to know J.J. Watt chose to sign with the Arizona Cardinals. There were a number of factors, he said on Tuesday, but the biggest might’ve been Kyler Murray. Watt said he texted Murray, “I’m here because I believe in you.” That’s quite the endorsement. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss what that text message means for Murray and the Cardinals going forward. Also, Watt detailed how he was able to break the news of his signing—it was quite the elaborate plan—and the gratitude he has for the Marshall Goldberg family for allowing him to wear No. 99. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals sent shockwaves through the NFL on Monday when they agreed to terms of a two-year deal with star defensive lineman J.J. Watt. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry talk about the impact of Watt’s arrival including how he fits into Vance Joseph’s scheme, the instant boost in leadership Watt provides and what his presence means to other players scheduled to hit unrestricted free agency on March 17. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals sent shockwaves through the NFL on Monday when they agreed to terms of a two-year deal with star defensive lineman J.J. Watt. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry talk about the impact of Watt’s arrival including how he fits into Vance Joseph’s scheme, the instant boost in leadership Watt provides and what his presence means to other players scheduled to hit unrestricted free agency on March 17. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who saw this coming? Not Darren Urban, Kyle Odegard and Paul Calvisi, who were as blown away by the addition of J.J. Watt to the defense as anyone. So much so, here’s a special all-Watt, all-the-time podcast. The guys talk about the energy and leadership Watt will bring to the field and the locker room, the trickle down impact it may have on contracts and on drawing other free agents, what Watt has left, if Haason Reddick could still return, Watt’s teaming with Chandler Jones and Jones’ future, Watt’s potential jersey number, the remaining cornerback questions on defense, Watt’s draw for prime time games or Hard Knocks, and what – if anything – this could mean for Larry Fitzgerald’s decision for 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who saw this coming? Not Darren Urban, Kyle Odegard and Paul Calvisi, who were as blown away by the addition of J.J. Watt to the defense as anyone. So much so, here’s a special all-Watt, all-the-time podcast. The guys talk about the energy and leadership Watt will bring to the field and the locker room, the trickle down impact it may have on contracts and on drawing other free agents, what Watt has left, if Haason Reddick could still return, Watt’s teaming with Chandler Jones and Jones’ future, Watt’s potential jersey number, the remaining cornerback questions on defense, Watt’s draw for prime time games or Hard Knocks, and what – if anything – this could mean for Larry Fitzgerald’s decision for 2021. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 398 - No one saw this coming. No one. Just an absolute stunner. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki react to the team agreeing to terms with J.J. Watt, one of the better defensive players in the league. It certainly has the chance to be a game-changer. Just think, Watt on one side and Chandler Jones on the other rushing opposing quarterbacks. The guys also wonder about the trickle-down effect, like how Watt being on board factors in the upcoming decisions of say a Larry Fitzgerald, Patrick Peterson and Haason Reddick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 398 - No one saw this coming. No one. Just an absolute stunner. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki react to the team agreeing to terms with J.J. Watt, one of the better defensive players in the league. It certainly has the chance to be a game-changer. Just think, Watt on one side and Chandler Jones on the other rushing opposing quarterbacks. The guys also wonder about the trickle-down effect, like how Watt being on board factors in the upcoming decisions of say a Larry Fitzgerald, Patrick Peterson and Haason Reddick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 496 - With free agency and the draft on the horizon, the Cardinals must answer several questions on the offensive line. Darren Urban joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the center position, Josh Jones' versatility and a few potential options to join the o-line via free agency. Plus, do the Cardinals need to add size at running back? We also discuss how the Cardinals offense can counter when defenses take Kyler Murray out of the run game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 496 - With free agency and the draft on the horizon, the Cardinals must answer several questions on the offensive line. Darren Urban joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the center position, Josh Jones' versatility and a few potential options to join the o-line via free agency. Plus, do the Cardinals need to add size at running back? We also discuss how the Cardinals offense can counter when defenses take Kyler Murray out of the run game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ep. 397 - Teams are always looking to improve, and offensive line coach/run game coordinator Sean Kugler made it clear on Thursday that the Cardinals need to improve the production they received at the center position. But how? Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki offer some suggestions plus discuss the future of the entire right side of the line given that Week 1 starters J.R. Sweezy and Kelvin Beachum are both due to become unrestricted free agents. Also, what did Kugler have to say about his recent promotion? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.