We know how Paul Calvisi thinks about alien life, and he's wondering how the passtronaut Joshua Dobbs might on the subject. Dobbs is definitely thinking about the uptick in his team after beating the Cowboys, and the QB's solid play is only one of the subjects Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck get to this week. Also discussed in the episode: The athletes who never get a chance, Jonathan Gannon's muted reaction to win No. 1, Monti Ossenfort's not-so-muted reaction to win No. 1, the Cardinals' impressive DVOA, Rondale Moore as running back; the blossoming of Kyzir White, taking on the 49ers, Matt Prater's ageless leg, and Paul's inability to get out of the way.

What do you believe about the Cardinals after two games? That's one of the questions Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck chew on after the Cards played so well for a half against the Giants – and then they didn't. Also discussed this week: How to become a winning team; the near-miss deep to Zach Ertz and what that could've meant; a different penalty problem; Budda Baker's long-term absence and what it means for the team; defensive line injuries piling up; Joshua Dobbs' improvement and need to run more often; the dominance of Micah Parsons, and what the Cardinals' offense could look like when Kyler Murray returns.

The Cardinals couldn't get a win in Week 1, but the way they played - especially on defense - certainly caught the eye of Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck. Of course, a big topic going forward isn't just how the defense stepped up but also how the offense must improve. Our trio discusses Joshua Dobbs' learning curve, the factor of Clayton Tune, Zach Ertz's first work on the field since his ACL injury, the need to go Hollywood, edge rushers who could flourish again against a suspect Giants offensive line, the Cardinals' need to play not just for wins but respect, Aaron Rodgers' tough luck, and Dani's sublime use of sarcasm.

The Cardinals are about to open the regular season in Washington, and that's when a team is truly measured. At least that's what Paul Calvisi sees as he discusses what is to come with Darren Urban and fill-in Zach Gershman, who is on hand with Dani Sureck on assignment. Not that Zach can help with the segment of memorable Washington trips past, including Pat Tillman's final game in 2001, but it's all voices on deck when chatting about the quarterback battle and how Joshua Dobbs seems likely to start. The trio also talk about Kyler's captaincy, the guess for breakout players, how to work the practice squad and the age of Zaven Collins – which still is older than Zach.

GM Monti Ossenfort has trimmed the roster for the regular season, and while there are still moves to come, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck still have plenty to discuss. Among the topics: What the arrival of Joshua Dobbs – and the release of Colt McCoy – mean for the team's Week 1 starting job, and where does Clayton Tune fit; Dealing away Isaiah Simmons; Surprise makes to the initial roster; how many waiver claims the Cardinals will be awarded; and the vibe in the building heading into Week 1.

In the humidity of joint practices with the Vikings, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck tackle the final week of the preseason. Among the topics: the Cardinals learning to play in the heat, a quarterback battle (apparently) not yet decided, the flash points of work against the Vikings, a visit from Larry Legend, the race to decide the roster, Isaiah Simmons bounceback, and a farewell to Paul's mustache.

It's hot out there on the practice field, but Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck have made it through to have another camp podcast to talk about the key takeaways from the preseason win over the Broncos – and it still means a little something, even in preseason; the pass rush that popped; Beachum v Jones as the swing tackle; leaning into the future with young players; L.J. Collier trying to reset his career; Clayton Tune's debut; Zach Ertz comes back; the potential offensive weapons; and being Jekyll-Hyde on the offensive line.

No, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban, nor Dani Sureck won the Powerball. So they finish out camp at State Farm Stadium as they started it, on the podcast. This week's topics include the most intense practice of camp at the right time; what to make of the first depth chart; what exactly might happen at cornerback; the need to play rookies and young guys now; the wide receiver pecking order; who the Cardinals need to play in the preseason opener against Denver; what players to watch against the Broncos; the question at center; and Paul's third and final chance at an Isaiah Simmons nickname.