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Images of the Cardinals players during Media Day.

Images of the Cardinals cheerleaders during their end-of-season banquet at the Arizona Biltmore in Phoenix.

Images from minicamp as the team wraps up offseason work.

Images from Wednesday's minicamp practice at the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Center.

Images from Tuesday's minicamp practice at the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Center.

Images from Friday's OTA session at the Dignity Health Arizona Cardinals Training Center.

Ep. 512 - The Cardinals added a smart, tough and motivated outside linebacker in the sixth round of the draft when they selected Victor Dimukeje out of Duke. Dimukeje joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about learning the defense, being compared to fellow linebacker Markus Golden, his ability to set the edge and willingness to play special teams. Plus, we discuss Byron Murphy's importance to the defense, A.J. Green's potential for a big season and how Zaven Collins will respond to pressure.

Ep. 433 - Leadership can take many forms. For most of his career, Budda Baker has chosen to lead by example. Only on occasion has he spoken up. In 2021, you can expect a more vocal Budda Baker. He's earned that right as Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discussed during their conversation about the safety position. It's a position with some real questions, at least in terms of how many safeties the team will choose to keep on the 53-man roster. Also, is there anyone out there who can help Zaven Collins buy a house?

No, Kyle Odegard's middle name isn't Disagree (or Sebastian), but that doesn't stop Paul Calvisi or Darren Urban from going after Kyle's take on Kyler Murray's need to run the football. Plus, it's tough not to thinking about the Titans in Week 1 (yes, D-Hop, Julio is a Titan for a second-rounder), Murray's baseball dreams, the hopes for A.J. Green and Robert Alford, leaning on young inside linebackers, Zach Allen's needed big year, and Fitz's waiting game (and middle name.)

Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph recently said that it is his job to "put players first and scheme second." With that in mind, Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry talk about how the Cardinals defense will look with young, athletic linebackers Isaiah Simmons and Zaven Collins patrolling the middle. Plus, discussions about Kyler Murray's year-three forecast, Robert Alford's return to action and the running game featuring Chase Edmonds and James Conner.

Ep. 432 - Yes, all eyes will be on Kyler Murray this season. He's the quarterback. It comes with the territory. But he can't do his job if the five men in front of him don't do their job. The offensive line is key. And that's where Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki begin their position-by-position look in preparation for training camp later this summer. With the addition of Rodney Hudson and the return of D.J. Humphries, Justin Pugh plus Kelvin Beachum, the O-line is very good shape. The one big question mark the guys discuss: Who starts at right guard?

Ep. 431 - The offseason work is complete. Minicamp is done. So, what did we learn about the 2021 Arizona Cardinals? A lot. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki give their takeaways, none bigger than the continuing development of Kyler Murray, both on and off the field. Of course, wins and losses is how Murray and the Cardinals will be defined this season. There is reason to be optimistic, however. Besides Murray, the guys discuss the competition at right guard, the depth at cornerback and whether Chandler Jones' no-show was a big deal.

Ep. 511 - Running backs coach James Saxon joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the prospects of the Cardinals' run game featuring Chase Edmonds and free agent signee James Conner. Saxon is reunited with Conner after coaching the big runner in Pittsburgh during the 2017 and 2018 seasons. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss Kyler Murray's leadership going into his third year, Robert Alford's return from two straight season-ending injuries and the future of Isaiah Simmons as he gets set to play next to rookie linebacker Zaven Collins in the middle of the Cardinals defense.

Ep. 430 - While many believe the Cardinals will be much improved offensively, the same can be expected on defense. J.J. Watt and Malcolm Butler bring experience to the defensive line and cornerback positions, respectively. Zaven Collins, though young, is extremely talented. All of the above excites defensive coordinator Vance Joseph. He's most excited, however, about those players who are entering their second and third years in the system. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss each level of the defense through the eyes of Joseph.

After some time off, Darren Urban returns just in time for minicamp, so Paul Calvisi and Kyle Odegard bring him back in the fold to talk about the lone time the (nearly) full roster will work in the offseason and what they noticed, the absence of Chandler Jones as Jones goes into the last year of his contract, the decisions that will have to be made at cornerback, Eno in the backfield (and maybe J.J. Watt?), bandwagoning with the Cards, what players should be talked about more, and even seeing Fitz's face (on the freeway, but still.)

As the 2021 season approaches, which Cardinals players are currently flying under the radar and deserve more attention? Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry make cases for a few guys who may surprise. Plus, discussions about new cornerback Darqueze Dennard, how Isaiah Simmons and Zaven Collins could help increase takeaways and first impressions of minicamp.

Ep. 429 - Actions have consequences, or in this case, inaction. Over the weekend, Zaven Collins literally found himself rolling down a fairway at a local golf course after forgetting to bring J.J. Watt breakfast as Collins had promised. It's a mistake the rookie won't make again. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki view Saturday's viral event as a positive. Also, the guys set the stage for this week's mandatory minicamp. What do they want to see or hear over the next three days? Remember, these practices are the final time coaches and players will be on the field together until training camp.

Ep. 428 - Once again, a lot is going to be expected from Isaiah Simmons as he prepares for his second year in the NFL. He was the defense's Swiss army knife, playing a half dozen positions. But it is inside linebacker that will be "home base" according to his position coach Bill Davis. Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki discuss the progress Simmons made last season and what his pairing with Zaven Collins may mean for the defense overall. Also, the guys react to the signing of veteran cornerback Darqueze Dennard. Both had been pushing for more experience at that position, so perhaps someone was listening. Yeah, probably not.

Ep. 510 - The pairing of young linebackers Zaven Collins and Isaiah Simmons has been a hot Cardinals topic during the offseason. Linebackers coach Bill Davis joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his first impressions of Collins, the jump he expects from Isaiah Simmons after learning six positions during his rookie season and the leadership infusion provided by J.J. Watt. Plus, some takeaways from organized team activities along with a preview of Kyler Murray's third season as Cardinals quarterback.

After a completely virtual offseason in 2020, the Cardinals returned to the field for organized team activities this week. Paul Calvisi and Kyle Odegard discussed J.J. Watt, Kyler Murray and more while Darren Urban took advantage of the OTA session's voluntary nature and chose a vacation. Plus, a breakdown of Budda Baker's beef with Pro Football Focus, the tight end rumor mill and much more.

Ep. 427 - According to Kliff Kingsbury, "a majority" of the team was in attendance for the first organized team activity, or OTA, of the offseason. New faces mixed with the familiar ones; and yes, Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins were spotted on the field together, which may have been the biggest takeaway for both Craig Grialou and Mike Jurecki. Remember, the players' presence is voluntary this week. Also, it was hard not to notice J.J. Watt, who described Wednesday as "kind of like that first day of school."

Ever since J.J. Watt and the Cardinals agreed on a free agent deal this offseason, much of the talk has been about how Watt will pair with linebacker Chandler Jones in Vance Joseph's defensive scheme. Craig Grialou, Mike Jurecki and Bertrand Berry discuss how the duo can create headaches for opposing offenses. Plus, the guys break down Pete Prisco's Top 100 NFL players list and analyze the Cardinals offensive line and tight ends.

Cardinals coach unsure about percentage of his players who are vaccinated

Rookie middle linebacker attempting to learn defense quickly

Topics include CB2, Kyler Murray's immediate future and Chandler Jones

Four-game allotments on sale now

In shortened offseason, team younger at inside linebacker, Watt impact felt

Cardinals' offense suffered when quarterback ran less due to injury

Season-ending injuries have cost veteran two full years in Arizona

Topic comes up after gaming cover on Sports Illustrated

After franchise-record 115 receptions, wide receiver preps for Year 2 in Arizona

Cardinals' full draft class under contract

Second-rounder Rondale Moore lone draft pick unsigned

Winters, Murray, Jones, Garcia will all be in mix during training camp

Jones headed into last year of contract

Topics include facing Julio Jones, the Collins-Simmons duo and the salary cap

Veteran returns after stints in Kansas City, Cincinnati, New England

Star defensive end laying groundwork in advance of regular season

Exhibition slate kicks off on Aug. 13 against Cowboys at State Farm Stadium 

Defensive back reunited with Vance Joseph

Kingsbury excited to have big group together after missing out in 2020

Game will be held on February 12, 2023

Los Cardenales han realizado grandes movimientos durante el periodo de la agencia libre pero ahora concentrarán todos sus esfuerzos en el Draft.

Los Cardenales siguen haciendo movimientos de cara a la temporada 2021. La llegada del RB James Conner crea optimismo en el nido.

Los Cardenales presentaron a sus nuevos integrantes en medio de muchas expectativas de cara a la temporada 2021.

La llegada de J.J. Watt al nido no le impedirá a los Cardenales seguir su busqueda de jugadores en la agencia libre.

Los Cardenales de Arizona presentaron a su nuevo jugador, J.J. Watt en medio de muchas expectativas positivas en el nido.

La defensiva de los Cardenales tendrá que mejorar en el 2021 y los protagonistas podrían ser otros.