Ep. 604 - New Cardinals signee Zach Pascal doesn't like to be called a wide receiver. Instead, he considers himself a football player. Not only has Pascal proven himself as an NFL pass catcher, he also takes great pride in being a top performer on special teams. Pascal joined Paul Calvisi to talk about his mentality on the field, engaging in trash talk with Jonathan Gannon and how excited he is to play with a dangerous quarterback like Kyler Murray. Plus, Ron Wolfley joins Calvisi to talk about ...
Mar 24, 2023•46 min
Ep. 603 - Former Eagles linebacker Kyzir White has signed as a free agent with the Cardinals and his connection to the team doesn't stop at head coach Jonathan Gannon and defensive coordinator Nick Rallis. White played JUCO football at Lackawanna College in Pennsylvania and his head coach was Mark Duda, a fourth-round selection of the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1983 NFL Draft. Duda, who enters his 30th season as Lackawanna's head coach, joined former Big Red teammate Ron Wolfley and Paul Calvisi...
Mar 16, 2023•46 min
Ep. 602 - There are many questions facing Monti Ossenfort and Jonathan Gannon when trying to construct the Cardinals roster to their liking. The offensive line is one of the more critical positions in need of an upgrade. What kind of linemen will Ossenfort and Gannon be looking for? Plus, former Cardinals linebacker and special teams standout Lorenzo Alexander joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss what it's like to play for a first-time head coach, what the team should do in free agency ...
Mar 10, 2023•46 min
Ep. 601 - The annual Scouting combine continues this week with all eyes focused on the 2023 NFL Draft. Much of that focus is on the first few picks. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley are joined by Darren Urban who provides insight from Indianapolis. What are the Cardinals looking to do with the third overall selection? Will coveted Alabama pass rusher Will Anderson be available? How will the legal issues of Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter affect his draft stock? Plus, free agency begins in les...
Mar 03, 2023•46 min
Ep. 600 - When the Big Red Rage celebrates a milestone show, we go big with the guest. Cardinals legend Larry Fitzgerald joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley on the 600th episode to talk about the hiring of Jonathan Gannon, a new offense for Kyler Murray, the player's role in building a positive culture and how to respond to tough coaching. Fitzgerald also discusses his role on the Super Bowl Host Committee, his first year with ESPN and being part-owner of a pickleball team. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf...
Feb 24, 2023•46 min
Ep. 599 - New Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon joined Paul Calvisi to talk philosophy, accountability, maximizing talent and what he expects his relationship to be like with quarterback Kyler Murray. Plus, Calvisi and Ron Wolfley talk about their first impressions of Gannon, how a defensive coach could be good for Murray, offensive coordinator possibilities and which players on defense could benefit from Gannon's arrival. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 17, 2023•46 min
Ep. 598 - The Cardinals search for a new head coach continues amid the buzz surrounding Super Bowl LVII coming up on Sunday at State Farm Stadium. Cardinals play-by-play voice Dave Pasch joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to break down the reported coaching finalists. What can Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka and Bengals defensive coordinator Lou Anarumo potentially bring to the table? Plus, the eyes of the sports world are focused on Arizona this week. What can we expect from the Chiefs ...
Feb 10, 2023•46 min
Ep. 597 - While the Cardinals continue to search for their next head coach, other big decisions will need to be made in the near future. Former Cardinals quarterback Drew Stanton joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about some of the Cardinals who are set to become unrestricted free agents and who they should retain. Plus, more on the coaching search and a look ahead to the Eagles and Chiefs doing battle in Super Bowl LVII at State Farm Stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...
Feb 03, 2023•46 min
Ep. 596 - Titans play-by-play voice Mike Keith joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the recent hiring of Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort. Find out why Ossenfort was held in high regard by everyone in Tennessee and what Keith thinks Monti will do for the Cardinals. Plus, things are starting to heat up in the search for a new head coach and the conference championships are scheduled for Sunday. Who will be packing their bags for the Super Bowl in Arizona? See omnystudio.com/l...
Jan 27, 2023•46 min
Ep. 595 - New Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort has only been on the job for a few days but his schedule is packed. Paul Calvisi, Ron Wolfley and Darren Urban talk about Ossenfort's hire, his philosophy and scouting processes, plans for identifying a new head coach and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf preview the divisional round of the NFL Playoffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 20, 2023•46 min
Ep. 594 - The 2023 season will have a vastly different look with a new general manager and head coach on the way. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley chat about the major changes ahead, the Kyler Murray factor, the need to develop a strong culture and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 12, 2023•46 min
Ep. 593 - Cardinals guard Will Hernandez joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about the constant shuffling of the offensive line, the improved numbers in the run game during the past few weeks, QB David Blough's debut in Atlanta, facing the tough 49ers in the season finale, growing up as a soccer player in Las Vegas, eating grasshoppers in Mexico City, the glam-metal band Slaughter and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 05, 2023•46 min
Ep. 592 - Center Billy Price joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss his upbringing in football-crazed Ohio, his time at Ohio State, absorbing a new offense after signing with the Cardinals in the middle of the season, what it's like going up against J.J. Watt in practice, Budda Baker's toughness, the return of QB Colt McCoy and what he expects to see from the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 30, 2022•46 min
Ep. 591 - Tight end Trey McBride had the best game of his rookie season in his home state of Colorado on Sunday. He joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his performance, where he can improve, learning from veterans Zach Ertz and Maxx Williams and his small-town upbringing in Fort Morgan, Colorado. Plus, Calvisi and Wolfley preview the Christmas night matchup with the Buccaneers and talk about expectations for quarterback Tracy McSorley who will make his first career start against To...
Dec 23, 2022•46 min
Ep. 590 - Outside linebacker Cameron Thomas joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss his rookie season, the advice he's been given by J.J. Watt, getting a few big plays under his belt, his unique sack dance against the Chargers and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf talk about the loss of QB Kyler Murray, how valuable Colt McCoy has been as a backup, the latest episode of Hard Knocks and the upcoming game against the Broncos in Denver. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 16, 2022•46 min
Ep. 589 - Running back James Conner joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss the success of the running game against the Chargers, seeking to maintain a physical brand of football and how the Cardinals are treating the final five games of the regular season. Plus, the guys focus on the New England Patriots who visit State Farm Stadium on Monday Night Football. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 09, 2022•45 min
Ep. 588 - At the bye week, Paul Calvisi, Ron Wolfley and Darren Urban weigh in on the 4-8 Cardinals and how they can finish strong during the final five games of the season. What did the first outing featuring DeAndre Hopkins and Hollywood Brown look like? Plus, conversations about the offensive line, the injuries to the unit and the future of the group going forward. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 02, 2022•46 min
Ep. 586 - Cornerback Antonio Hamilton has fought through adversity throughout his career. But nothing could compare to what he had to overcome at the end of 2022 training camp. Hamilton, on his fourth NFL team, was severely burned in a cooking accident that caused him to miss well over a month of action. Now back on the field, Hamilton is making an impact. He was the leading tackler in the win over the Rams and he joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss his tough rehab process, his high l...
Nov 18, 2022•45 min
Ep. 585 - Midway through his second season, linebacker Zaven Collins is showing the potential that made him the Cardinals' top pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Collins trails only Budda Baker for the team lead in tackles and he captured his first career pick six last weekend against the Seahawks. Collins joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his progress, where he can still improve, the importance of Baker, growing up in small-town Oklahoma and what is unique about the Rams offense. Plus,...
Nov 12, 2022•46 min
Ep. 584 - Rondale Moore is coming off a big game against the Vikings and looks to build upon the performance when the Seahawks visit State Farm Stadium on Sunday. Moore joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his 38-yard touchdown in Minnesota, achieving an on-schedule offense, how Seattle likes to play defense, his basketball skills and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf chat about the hot start to the season by DeAndre Hopkins and what to expect from Geno Smith and the Seahawks offense...
Nov 04, 2022•46 min
Ep. 583 - Cardinals cornerback Marco Wilson became a household name on Thursday Night Football against the Saints thanks to his pick six and viral leap into the end zone. Wilson hopes this is just the beginning. The Florida product joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his season thus far, the reaction to his leap, his now-famous Parkour video, Vance Joseph's spirited meeting last Friday and the big test coming up against the loaded Vikings offense. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss wha...
Oct 28, 2022•46 min
Ep. 582 - The Arizona Cardinals received a big boost this week as wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins returned to the team after serving a six-game suspension. The struggling offense should get an immediate boost. Paul Calvisi, Ron Wolfley and Darren Urban discuss Hop's impact, the loss of Hollywood Brown to a foot injury, trading for Robbie Anderson, Zaven Collins' progression, the unheralded defense and the upcoming Thursday Night Football matchup with the Saints on Prime Video. See omnystudio.com/l...
Oct 20, 2022•46 min
Ep. 581 - Near the end of the Eagles game last Sunday, Eno Benjamin was the last running back standing for the Cardinals. Injuries have made the position thin and Benjamin figures to carry the load on Sunday in Seattle against the Seahawks. On the Big Red Rage, Benjamin joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his expanded role in the offense, building confidence and the challenge of facing the Seahawks in a hostile environment. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf discuss how the defense is keeping ...
Oct 14, 2022•46 min
Ep. 580 - After producing one of his career-best performances in Week 4 against the Panthers, defensive lineman Zach Allen joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his 2022 season to date, why he found so much success in Charlotte, Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles offense and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf dive further into Sunday's matchup with Philly and discuss what can jumpstart the Cardinals offense early in games. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 07, 2022•46 min
Ep. 579 - Hollywood Brown joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his role in the offense, developing chemistry with Kyler Murray, the return of Rondale Moore, the upcoming battle with the Carolina Panthers, playing with Baker Mayfield at Oklahoma and working as a Six Flags roller coaster operator so he could help pay for his JUCO tuition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 30, 2022•46 min
Ep. 578 - Tight end Maxx Williams suffered a major knee injury in last year and shocked many observers when he returned in time for the start of the 2022 season. Williams joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to discuss the rehab process, rookie Trey McBride's upside, the thrilling win over the Raiders, Kyler Murray's magic and Sunday's NFC West battle with the Los Angeles Rams at State Farm Stadium. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 23, 2022•46 min
Ep. 577 - The path to the NFL was not easy for Greg Dortch. The second-year wide receiver joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about beating the odds to make the Cardinals 53-man roster, his competitive nature, going against press coverage, moving on from the loss to the Chiefs and looking ahead to the Raiders. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf present some keys for Cardinals success in Las Vegas on Sunday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 16, 2022•46 min
Ep. 576 - Cardinals safety Jalen Thompson joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to talk about his recent contract extension, being named a team captain, his relationship with fellow safety Budda Baker, the development of linebackers Isaiah Simmons and Zaven Collins, facing the Chiefs in the season opener and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf break down key matchups, the injury report and what Hollywood Brown could mean to the Cardinals offense. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 09, 2022•46 min
Ep. 575 - Like the rest of the NFL, the Cardinals have trimmed their roster to 53 players. Paul Calvisi and Rob Fredrickson talk about the strengths of the roster, surprise moves and new additions to the cornerback room. Plus, defensive lineman Rashard Lawrence joins Calvisi to discuss his new position coach Matt Burke, expectations for the D-Line and what it will be like to face the Kansas City Chiefs in the season opener on September 11. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 01, 2022•46 min
Ep. 574 - Linebacker Dennis Gardeck joined Paul Calvisi to discuss getting back to the form displayed during his career year in 2020. Now that he is fully healed from the knee surgery that slowed his 2021 season, Gardeck looks to make a big impact on the Cardinals defense in 2022. Plus, Ron Wolfley joins Calvisi to talk about the joint practice with the Titans, who might make up the back end of the wide receiver room and what they'll be watching during Saturday's preseason finale in Nashville. S...
Aug 26, 2022•46 min
