Arizona Cardinals Red Sea Report Radio Show

Week 1 of the NFL season is here, and excitement is in the air. Former Cardinals linebacker Lorenzo Alexander joined Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to preview the Cardinals' matchup against the Saints in New Orleans. They discussed team captains, Kyler Murray's growth, Marvin Harrison Jr.'s development, Isaiah Adams' opportunity at guard, Mack Wilson Sr.'s leadership at middle linebacker, and how the addition of Josh Sweat could reshape the pass rush.

Former Cardinals wide receiver Frank Sanders joins Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to break down the initial 53-man roster, including some surprising cuts. They also discuss the run game powered by a strong offensive line and the improved depth on defense. Plus, Sanders looks ahead to Marvin Harrison Jr.'s second NFL season and the growing chemistry between Harrison and quarterback Kyler Murray.

Cutting an NFL roster down to 53 players is never easy and it's no different for the Cardinals. GM Monti Ossenfort and head coach Jonathan Gannon have some tough choices ahead as they put together their initial 2025 roster. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Rob Fredrickson take a look at the moves that have been reported, what could be coming next, and which players are making those final decisions a lot more interesting.

Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Lorenzo Alexander recap the Cardinals' disappointing performance by the backups during the preseason game in Denver and what the team can learn from it. They also highlight the positives from joint practices with the Broncos, the growing connection between Kyler Murray and Marvin Harrison Jr., and why two national media members are feeling confident about the Cardinals' chances in 2025.

The Cardinals are back at it after beating the Chiefs 20-17 in their preseason opener. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and Rob Fredrickson talk about what they learned from the game and which players might make it harder for coaches to decide who stays on the final 53-man roster. They also break down Kyler Murray's performance, how rookie guard Isaiah Adams is making the most of his chances, and the return of veteran guard Will Hernandez. Plus, they look at the young, athletic secondary and what the team can gain from this week's joint practice with the Broncos.

Tight ends coach Ben Steele sits down with Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi to talk about his group of players, the behind-the-scenes development happening in camp, Trey McBride's emergence as an NFL star, his take on Tight End University, and plenty more. Plus, former Cardinals linebacker Lorenzo Alexander joins the conversation to break down the pass rush beyond Josh Sweat, share his thoughts on a two-RB1 system, and discuss how training camp shifts with the first preseason game just around the corner.

Week 1 of Training Camp is in the books for the Arizona Cardinals. What has stood out the most so far? Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson are joined by wide receiver Greg Dortch. Dortch discusses being the longest tenured Cardinals receiver, his excitement level for this offense and what his role will be within that offense. Plus, the guys discuss the defense's performance in the first padded practice, Starling Thomas V's season-ending injury and who in the cornerback room will have to step up, the expectations for Kyler Murray and this offense, and former Cardinals center A.Q. Shipley being named the new Cardinals radio color analyst.

The Cardinals officially reported to 2025 Training Camp on Tuesday. Just hours earlier, rookie cornerback Will Johnson signed a four-year deal with the team. Craig Grialou, Paul Calvisi, and former Cardinals linebacker Rob Fredrickson discuss Johnson's potential and why he could turn out to be one of the biggest steals of the 2025 NFL Draft. They also break down the revamped Cardinals pass rush, the decision to stick with last year's offense, and the brewing competition at right guard heading into camp.

The Arizona Cardinals are running it back with nearly the same offensive personnel that they had in 2024. But with Kyler Murray, James Conner, Trey McBride and Marvin Harrison Jr., this unit has all the tools to be successful in 2025. Craig Grialou, Dani Sureck and Rob Fredrickson take a deeper look at the offense and who else will need to step up, particularly in the receiver room. Plus, the trio discuss Garrett Williams' ascension to not only the top of the Cardinals cornerback room, but to being one of the best corners in the NFL. Also, we take a look around the NFC West and gauge what the Cardinals' division rivals have done this offseason heading into the 2025 season.