Episodes

  • Cardinals Cover 2 - Justin Frye Wants ‘Physicality’, ‘Violence’ From Offensive Line

    Cardinals Cover 2 - Justin Frye Wants ‘Physicality’, ‘Violence’ From Offensive Line
    Feb 19 2025

    Ep. 851 - Sounds familiar, right? Only one week on the job and the new Cardinals offensive line coach is already sounding like Jonathan Gannon. Why Justin Frye was hired became clear less than three minutes into his introductory press conference on Wednesday. Frye and Gannon share a common vision about the game of football. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss what they heard from Frye, his thoughts on the roster, his familiarity with a handful of players, and what it takes to block for a quarterback like Kyler Murray. Also, Daniel Jeremiah released his latest mock draft. Who does he have the Cardinals selecting with the 16th overall pick this time? And Zach has been busy with free-agent primers.

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    43 mins
  • Cardinals Cover 2 - Countdown To Free Agency

    Cardinals Cover 2 - Countdown To Free Agency
    Feb 12 2025
    Ep. 850 - One month. We are one month away from the start of the free agency signing period. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman examine the names and look at the position groups that may see the most change. (Spoiler alert: The line of scrimmage and defensive front-seven feature the most players who potentially might hit the open market.) Also, the guys discuss some of the news and headlines that maybe got lost or overshadowed because of the Super Bowl; from what’s going on within the NFC West to a couple of upcoming opponents in 2025 plus exactly what is the future of Aaron Rodgers and three of the biggest names who rush the quarterback: Myles Garrett, Maxx Crosby, and Micah Parsons.

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    44 mins
  • Cardinals Cover 2 - Control The Line Of Scrimmage, Control The Game

    Cardinals Cover 2 - Control The Line Of Scrimmage, Control The Game
    Feb 10 2025
    Ep. 849 - It’s the one big takeaway from Super Bowl 59: games are won or lost at the line of scrimmage. And, really, that’s nothing new. All 32 teams - not just the Philadelphia Eagles - try to win the line of scrimmage. No, what the Eagles showed is why teams prioritize (or should) the offensive and defensive lines whether that’s in free agency or the draft. Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck look at what the Cardinals have at both spots and then discuss the decisions needed to be made by the front office this offseason. Also, they give their thoughts on the game, focusing on just how dominate the Eagles were against the Kansas City Chiefs, and might international travel be in the Cardinals’ future?

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    38 mins
  • Cardinals Cover 2 - Building Through The Draft

    Cardinals Cover 2 - Building Through The Draft
    Feb 5 2025
    Ep. 848 - What can the Cardinals learn when looking at the two Super Bowl participants? Specifically, in terms of the rosters of both the Chiefs and Eagles? Maybe the biggest lesson is this: The best path to success, and really sustained success, is through the draft. Craig Grialou and Paul Calvisi share the numbers to back up what fans have repeatedly heard from NFL GMs, including Monti Ossenfort, on just how important the NFL Draft is to building a team. Also, the guys discuss what they think will happen in Super Bowl 59, and they predict who will walk away winners during NFL Honors. FYI, Budda Baker and Trey McBride are finalists for the Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award and Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year, respectively.

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    43 mins
  • Cardinals Cover 2 - Budda Baker, Trey McBride Help Lead NFC To Pro Bowl Win

    Cardinals Cover 2 - Budda Baker, Trey McBride Help Lead NFC To Pro Bowl Win
    Feb 3 2025
    Ep. 847 - Without Budda and Trey who knows if the NFC would’ve been able to beat the AFC. Okay, maybe that’s overstating things a bit. Still, Budda and Trey each had a hand in not only Sunday’s game but also Thursday’s competitions. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman look back at what was a successful week in Orlando for the two Cardinals teammates. Also, the guys discuss the loss of offensive line coach Klayton Adams to the Dallas Cowboys; that is now official. What is not yet official - and right now only mentioned - is Adams’ replacement and a reported new defensive line coach. Plus, it is Super Bowl week, and the week began with some major news out of Cleveland, which potentially could affect the Cardinals. Hmm.

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    44 mins
  • Cardinals Cover 2 - Give ‘Em Their Flowers

    Cardinals Cover 2 - Give ‘Em Their Flowers
    Jan 29 2025
    Ep. 846 - Everyone knows the big names. The stars. They are the ones who get all the attention. But to be a successful team, it takes more than a couple of all-pros or pro bowlers. So, with that in mind, Craig Grialou and Dani Sureck discuss those Cardinals players, whether on offense or defense, who might’ve flown under the radar, but who certainly deserve to be praised based on their performance this season. Also, what’s the latest on perhaps another change to the coaching staff; why fans should pay attention to the two college all-star games this week; and, oh yeah, don’t forget about the Pro Bowl - it’s another chance to see both Budda Baker and Trey McBride in action.

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    31 mins
  • Cardinals Cover 2 - It’s Officially Mock Draft Season

    Cardinals Cover 2 - It’s Officially Mock Draft Season
    Jan 27 2025
    Ep. 845 - And with the 16th overall pick, the Arizona Cardinals select (fill in the blank). Well, we’ll know soon enough. Officially, in three months. Unofficially, let the speculation begin. In other words, time to mock draft. ESPN’s Mel Kiper Jr. and NFL Network’s Daniel Jeremiah, two of the prominent voices this time of year, released their first mock drafts. Craig Grialou and Darren Urban, who loves his mock drafts, breakdown who was mocked to the Cardinals. Also, the guys discuss the Dallas Cowboys’ reported interest in offensive line coach Klayton Adams, the rise within the front office ranks of former Cardinals wide receiver (and Scottsdale Chaparral high alum) Darren Mougey, as well as their takeaways from Championship Sunday.

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    45 mins
  • Cardinals Cover 2 - The Value Of The Ball

    Cardinals Cover 2 - The Value Of The Ball
    Jan 22 2025
    Ep. 844 - It’s something Jonathan Gannon says all the time. And based on what we saw during the divisional round of the playoffs, the head coach is right. The ball matters. Specifically, taking the ball away and protecting the ball. Turnover margin is important, and it’s a big reason for the success of the four teams - Commanders, Eagles, Bills, and Chiefs - remaining in the postseason. Craig Grialou and Zach Gershman discuss how the Cardinals fared in 2024 regarding takeaways and giveaways and how they might improve their numbers. Also, the guys give their thoughts on Championship Sunday, Drew Petzing not landing the Bears head coaching job and review the season’s top plays; both offense, defense and special teams.

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    42 mins