Cardinals Underground

Back from the NFL owners meetings - and from the breaking news that came out when he was 35,000 feet in the air on his return - Darren Urban joins Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck to talk about the return of Calais Campbell and what it means for this newly minted defensive line. But that’s just the start of topics, which include the veteran leadership the team has collected, the Cardinals’ chances in the NFC West, what might happen with the draft (and the D-line), wide receiver or corner early as a pick, a tush push update, your Getting Cultured with Dani, JG and BMI, getting a speed receiver, and Darren’s totally ***not**\* Winning Behavior.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s list season, or so Paul Calvisi tells us, so he asks Dani Sureck and Darren Urban to list off some things: How many QBs could go in the first round, how that could impact the team’s first-round pick, the odds Monti Ossenfort might trade – back, or maybe up – in the first round, what that position might be, and what reasons might the Cardinals need (or not) another receiver. Plus there is an Out of Context segment, Getting Cultured, potential breakout players for the Cards this season, Winning Behavior (or not when it comes to gold-plated toilets) and Paul’s cheese fatigue. It was cheese, right Paul?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Paul Calvisi seeks Josh Sweat quote clarity and Dani Sureck returns from a week’s hiatus, the two jump in with Darren Urban as the trio get to the additions on the Cardinals’ defensive line and the improvements made there, how Josh Sweat and Dalvin Tomlinson might impact the direction of the team’s first-round pick, the quest for guards, Mack Wilson Sr.’s role-to-be, how Darius Robinson could find a way to echo Braden Fiske, a Getting Cultured segment, what the Cards would do if they had a high pick, a lack of first-round trades, Winning Behavior and workouts nobody in their right mind would want.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With Dani Sureck off on assignment, Zach Gershman fills in alongside Paul Calvisi and Darren Urban to talk the splash of free agency, especially the reported arrival of Josh Sweat, as well as Mack Wilson Sr.’s spot with the new ILB corps, a new QB2, the massive changes in the NFC West including the Niners’ purge, a special Getting Cultured from Zach’s perspective, the NFC West current power rankings, what the Cardinals might do at guard as they continue in free agency and the draft, Trey McBride’s potential extension, and some important Winning Behavior.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We try not to shed any tears for the semi-retirement of Ron Wolfley, but the trio of Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck have fairly good memories about Wolf, as well as the just-completed Scouting combine. Our trio reconvenes in person to chat about the mosh pit coming to the new Nashville stadium, combine buzz about Matthew Stafford staying and Aaron Rodgers moving, players who do or don’t work out in Indy, quality over quantity search for the Cardinals on the D-line, Cam Skattebo’s draft stock, an impromptu Wise Guy from Paul of all people, a lot of (non-)Winning Behavior, and positions the Cards might seek in free agency.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the Scouting combine rolls on, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck hunker down on Indy’s radio row while Paul Calvisi anchors the whole thing back home. The trio talk about Monti Ossenfort and Jonathan Gannon speaking publicly, the potential of a Trey McBride extension, Darius Robinson’s health (or lack thereof in 2024), lack of phone skills, Kyler Murray and adding to the quarterback room, what Cardinals would they want to see race, what the Rams are doing at QB, more Winning Behavior, and a return of The Wise Guy, special Combine edition.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this jam-packed episode of Cardinals Underground, Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck are joined by the versatile Craig Grialou who sits in for the vacationing Darren Urban. The trio spend time previewing the Scouting combine, mocking the mock drafts, pondering veteran options at backup QB and dissecting the potential shade thrown in the direction of Marvin Harrison Jr. by a Seahawks defender. Plus, conversations about red-bellied blacksnakes, unique punishment for shoplifters in Michigan, parade beers to the forehead, the monumental task of feeding a football team and Paulie's Power Poll of Ineptitude.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Super Bowl in the rear view, there is change coming right now, even beyond the NFL. But there won’t be any penny-pinching from Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck as they read and react about the Super Bowl and some of the Cardinals’ connections. The trio chat about all the wagering on the game, the burgeoning TV ratings, Cardinals cornerback Max Melton and his Gucci belts, the price tag for running backs after a crazy good RB year, what the Cardinals can learn from the Super Bowl, that new Fox scorebug, your weekly Winning Behavior, more Getting Cultured with Dani, a peek at what’s going on around the NFC West, and salad complaints.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Super Bowl is coming, it’s Waste Management Open week in Phoenix, and Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck are in the studio trying to figure out - for discussion purposes only - how some of these prop bets might turn out. The Cardinals have coaching moves reportedly happening (and incoming help have ties to certain players and fellow coaches), while the in-your-face statements of certain high-profile stars makes you wonder what the Cardinals would look like if they find a way to star up the pass rush. The offensive line seems as possible with that first-round pick as the defensive line, there is much to chat about what might be Winning Behavior this week, Luka trade NFL equivalents, and the guys absorb the first day of Getting Cultured with Dani.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our fearless trio debut a new segment this week with “The Wise Guy” on hiatus, but that’s only part of the discussion for Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck. How much hate watching has been going on – or will be going on – with the Chiefs and/or Eagles? Will the #CramItVertical work of the Cardinals eventually create the same success as Philly? How do our hosts feel about the Brotherly Shove? There is also acceptance of the value of the ball, BJ Ojulari’s recovery, what helping the edge might look like, Pro Bowl fun with Trey and Budda, MHJ’s lessons from Dad, and feeling some kind of way about Dry January – including how it can be used for good.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s chilly here in Tempe - why else would Paul Calvisi wear two jackets? - but if there had been an NFL game here it would have been indoors. That wasn’t true around the NFL, but should it be? Or is snow and sleet what football is about? Paul, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck chat about that, as well as how “advantage” should homefield advantage be, how the Eagles have built a team that looks like what the Cardinals want to be, the ethics of the QB slide, valuing the ball and how it pays off in the postseason, Chiefs fatigue, Jayden Daniels with Kliff Kingsbury, how Trey Benson reminds Paul of Saquon Barkley, seeking pass rushers in the draft, and what our trio might’ve collected once upon a time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Calvisi is a reader. Or at least he claims to be, especially when he wants to teach Darren a thing or two about leadership. Reading is fundamental, right A.J. Brown? With the Wild Card playoff game moving to State Farm Stadium, Paul, Darren and Dani Sureck talk about the NFL’s big shift from L.A., Paul’s volunteerism, seeking defensive lineman at the Senior Bowl, the pros and cons of doughnuts, Budda’s All-Pro status, their votes for Cardinals awards, the upcoming rookie jumps, Larry’s Legendary Run on video, and Dani’s fear of a TikTok ban.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s not surprising that Paul Calvisi isn’t staying up with the latest celebrity news - although he does come up with a movie analogy for the Cardinals at the end of this week’s podcast. In the meantime, he, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck discuss Trey McHurdle, MHJ’s rookie season, upgrading the passing game, the price of rookie dinners, a Budda Baker I-Team report, the mind of Nick Rallis, Kyzir White’s future, the Petzing/Kyler paring, and in lieu of The Wise Guy, a special trivia question for Paul.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the new year begins and Dani Sureck refuses to give us any karaoke examples on air, Paul Calvisi and Darren Urban are still willing to talk Cardinals, like that last unlucky interception in L.A., Trey McBride’s monster season, the need for better red-zone results, Marvin Harrison Jr.’s good game and continued improvement, whether we see James Conner in the finale, Michael Carter’s swag, a reunion against Joshua Dobbs, who the Cardinals will play in 2025, what the NFC West could look like in 2025, and a solid season-ender for The Wise Guy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If your holiday shopping isn’t done, you better get on it. Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck understand slow starts; they break down the Cardinals’ own slow start in a difficult overtime loss in Carolina that ended playoff chances. On a short week, the trio discuss what one moment/stretch in a game would they like back; the injuries that whacked the offense over the last week, locking down McBride in Carolina, the continuing learning curve for Marvin Harrison Jr., struggles on defense, looking for a speed wide receiver, the benefits of the Budda signing, the Pop-Tart Bowl and innovative trophies, and a huge moment for Paul on The Wise Guy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Cardinals are still alive in the playoff chase, and Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck feel that intensity - especially when Paul and Darren debate (is that what you call it?) the team reaching expectations this season. That’s the gooey center of this week’s holidayish treat, of which topics include the wedding luck of Dave Pasch, a run game that could feast in Carolina, DeeJay Dallas chaos, Kyler seeking TD passes, Marvin Harrison Jr.’s season close-out, Jonah Williams scoring a touchdown, a tough The Wise Guy hit for Paul, driverless cars, and the idea of dressing your car like a reindeer (Dani feels some kind of way.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some tours yield $2 billion (right, Taylor Swift?), some tours just bring Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Dureck back into the studio each week for tremendous podcasting even though they aren’t getting Juan Soto money. The trio discuss the Cardinals’ mode of play against the Seahawks after it was broached by Jonathan Gannon, the need to cut down on recent penalties, the line play since the bye on both sides of the ball, Kyler Murray’s struggles of late, the Patriots turning to Drake Maye, what it would take for the wild card, Budda Baker on a rampage, and Cheers to another edition of The Wise Guy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Locked in for the stretch run? Dani Sureck sure is after going undefeated with her 15-0 week on picks. Now the Cardinals need to get there too with what has turned out to be a crucial game at home against the Seahawks. Win and move back to first place. Lose and see the mountain get incredibly steep. So Dani, Paul Calvisi and Darren Urban talk about what the Cardinals need to do after heartbreak in Minnesota (more TDs!), and discuss the roller-coaster of the end of the game, coming home to avoid the silent count, dominating the Vikings, the heater of Trey McBride, the Seahawks stealing one in New York, dealing with Leonard Williams, Darius Robinson’s impact going forward, brain rot, The Wise Guy battle and did we mention Dani’s perfect week?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s nearly Thanksgiving, although Dani Sureck is foregoing her beloved green bean casserole despite her strong feelings on the subject. We can’t always get what we want, like the Cardinals wanting to emerge from Seattle with a win, now having to face a strong Vikings team in frigid Minnesota (yes, we know the game is inside.) Dani joins Paul Calvisi and Darren Urban to discuss the offensive line dealing with Leonard Williams and what the Seahawks might be building before their visit to Arizona next week, Trey McBride’s dominance, the importance of James Conner production, Garrett Williams underrated, a long drought in Minnesota, whether there should be weather games, Wise Guy domination, and doggie Ozempic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back from the bye, Paul Calvisi, Darren Urban and Dani Sureck are ready to tackle the seven-game streak to a possible playoff berth and won’t buffer once while discussing it. This week, the trio talk 18 games and international play, Dani’s clarification on other team jerseys, the need to breathe deeply so you don’t go insane, Paul’s predictions for the run game and Budda, the Cardinals being in the NFC West driver’s seat, possible Darius Robinson, probable Jonah Williams, Kyler for both comeback and MVP awards, MHJ’s improvement, Seattle’s defensive backs, waterproofing Paul, and Darren’s attempted domination in Wise Guy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.