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For over two decades, the Big Red Rage has entertained and informed Arizona Cardinals fans across the globe. This weekly show features player and coach interviews, game previews, expert analysis and the latest news and notes from the nest. Join Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley all year long on the Big Red Rage.
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Ep. 761 - Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down the latest NFL Draft buzz, including the rise of Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson and what the Arizona Cardinals might do with the No. 3 pick. They debate potential draft strategies, react to offseason moves that signal a more physical team identity, and evaluate player development across the roster. Could contract extensions be on the horizon for tackle Paris Johnson Jr. and wide receiver Michael Wilson? Plus, enjoy a lighthearted jersey-number trivia segment and a tribute to Cardinals legend Larry Wilson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 760 - It starts with the foundation. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley dive into the Arizona Cardinals’ offseason, breaking down how key additions like Isaac Seumalo, Tyler Allgeier, Andrew Wingard, Kendrick Bourne, and Devin Duvernay are shaping a tougher, more physical identity on both sides of the ball. Calvisi and Wolf explore how the Cardinals are building through the trenches, emphasizing a punishing run game, improved line play, and high-energy contributors on special teams, while also discussing roster battles, draft flexibility, and the mentality needed to compete in a stacked division. Plus, find out which Cardinals newcomer is Wolf's new "soul bro."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 759 - Many new faces arrived at Cardinals HQ in Tempe this week as the team introduced several of its free-agent signings. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down the additions and discuss which players could have the biggest impact in 2026. Hear from new running back Tyler Allgeier, who will join James Conner to create a physical backfield, along with former 49ers wide receiver Kendrick Bourne and defensive lineman Roy Lopez, who returns to the Cardinals after spending last season with the Detroit Lions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 758 - With the quarterback position in flux ahead of Kyler Murray’s reported release, Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down the possible paths the Cardinals could take at the position. Calvisi and Wolf also share their top moments of Murray’s tenure as Arizona’s starting quarterback. Plus, The Athletic’s Dane Brugler discusses the NFL Scouting Combine and shares what Cardinals fans should watch as the NFL Draft season heats up. Speaking of the Combine, Calvisi puts Wolf through a series of outrageous (and hilarious) questions to demonstrate just how weird and unpredictable those one-on-one interviews between teams and players can get. Finally, with free agency right around the corner, we look at how the Cardinals can start upgrading the roster next week and which positions should be at the top of their priority list.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 757 - The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine is underway in Indianapolis, and Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down what they’re hearing from league insiders and draft experts about this year’s class. Who could end up being selected by the Cardinals with the No. 3 overall pick? Which position groups are the deepest? Plus, a preview of free agency and how potential signings could reshape draft strategy. Calvisi and Wolf also look ahead to what Trey McBride, Marvin Harrison Jr., and Michael Wilson might look like in the offense under new head coach Mike LaFleur.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 756 - The future is coming into focus for the Arizona Cardinals, both on and off the field. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley discuss the groundbreaking of the team’s new performance center in Phoenix and what it signals about the franchise’s long-term vision. They also dive into head coach Mike LaFleur’s coordinator hires, exploring what Nathaniel Hackett’s addition could mean for the offense and how continuity with Nick Rallis on defense might become an advantage for a first-year head coach. Plus, they examine how Michael Ghobrial’s coaching style could shape special teams. New facilities, fresh direction and high expectations. We dig into what it all means.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 755 - Larry Fitzgerald is officially headed to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The Voice of the Arizona Cardinals, Dave Pasch, joins Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley on the Big Red Rage to relive their favorite memories from Fitz’s legendary career in Arizona and reflect on the impact he made both on and off the field. The crew also shares early impressions of new head coach Mike LaFleur and his vision for the team. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf break down everything from Super Bowl LX.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 754 - What can Cardinals fans expect from new head coach Mike LaFleur? Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley welcome former Rams defensive lineman and current Rams Radio sideline reporter D’Marco Farr to the show for insight. The discussion covers LaFleur’s scheme, the influence of Sean McVay and Kyle Shanahan, an emphasis on urgency in daily work, and much more. Plus, Calvisi and Wolf make their final case for Larry Fitzgerald’s Pro Football Hall of Fame candidacy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 753 - It has been more than four weeks since the Cardinals parted ways with Jonathan Gannon, and the search for a new head coach continues. Who will replace JG? Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down the latest developments in the ongoing coaching search. Plus, while Trey McBride and Budda Baker are headed to the Pro Bowl next week, pass rusher Josh Sweat was left out. Sweat set a career high with 12 sacks in 2025, making a strong case that he is one of the league’s most underrated players. With that as the backdrop, Calvisi and Wolfley discuss some of the most underrated players from the Cardinals’ time in Arizona. Finally, a preview Super Bowl LX between the Seahawks and Patriots.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 752 - What’s the latest on the Arizona Cardinals’ search for a new head coach? Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down the top candidates and the latest movement in the NFL head coaching cycle. Plus, a look ahead at the Cardinals’ cornerback room. Can Will Johnson develop into a top-tier NFL corner? And finally, we preview the NFC Championship matchup between the Rams and Seahawks and the AFC Championship showdown between the Patriots and Broncos. Which teams will meet in Super Bowl LX?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 751 - Each season, the NFL head coach hiring cycle has the potential to move fast and furious. This year, however, the process appears more deliberate and calculated around the league. Paul Calvisi and Dani Sureck provide the latest updates on the Cardinals’ search for their next head coach. Plus, they break down which Cardinals players are entering pivotal seasons that could make or break their on-field futures, and preview an exciting weekend of playoff football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 750 - 2026 is set to be a year of transition for the Arizona Cardinals. What will the team look like in the post–Jonathan Gannon era? Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down the search for a new head coach as potential candidates begin to emerge. Plus, they revisit the breakout seasons of tight end Trey McBride and wide receiver Michael Wilson, examine who is poised to elevate their game in Year Two, and look ahead to Wild Card Weekend in the NFL playoffs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 749 - The final game of the 2003 season against the Vikings was supposed to be a formality for the Cardinals. However, it turned into one of the most consequential moments in franchise history. Paul Calvisi and Darren Urban recount how an obscure Cardinals receiver made the biggest play of his life, winning the game in the finals seconds while sending shockwaves through three NFL cities. That single catch by Nathan Poole pushed the Packers into the playoffs, broke the hearts of Vikings fans, cost the Cardinals the top pick in the 2004 NFL Draft, and ultimately reshaped the top of the draft itself. What followed months later would forever alter the trajectory of the Cardinals organization.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 748 - When Kurt Warner arrived in Arizona in 2005, he was determined to revive his career and recapture the success he once enjoyed with the St. Louis Rams. A two-time MVP and Super Bowl champion, Warner faced the challenge of proving himself all over again. Defying the odds, he won the starting job, silenced his critics, and ultimately led the Cardinals to their first-ever Super Bowl appearance. Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley examine the highs and lows of Warner’s time in Arizona, an improbable chapter that cemented his legacy in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 747 - Markus Golden spent nine seasons chasing quarterbacks in the NFL. On Thursday’s Big Red Rage, he reunited with the Bird Gang at Flanker Kitchen and Sports Bar on the Great Lawn at State Farm Stadium. Golden joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley to reflect on his favorite moments from his Cardinals career, the origins of his relentless motor and “Keep Hunting” mentality, the success of former teammate Trey McBride, and more. The show also featured offensive lineman Kelvin Beachum, who discussed being named the Cardinals’ Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee, what winning the league-wide award would mean to him, his new children’s book, and why the final weeks of a challenging season matter for both young players and veterans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 746 - In the 2025 offseason, the Cardinals replaced longtime color analyst Ron Wolfley with former center A.Q. Shipley. On Thursday’s Big Red Rage, the two appeared together on stage at Flanker Kitchen and Sports Bar on the Great Lawn at State Farm Stadium. Wolfley, Shipley, and sideline reporter Paul Calvisi discussed the Cardinals’ tough loss to the Rams and their upcoming road game against the Houston Texans. They also covered A.Q.’s transition into broadcasting, memorable moments from his playing career, Michael Wilson’s growing role in the offense, and Trey McBride’s emergence as one of the NFL’s top tight ends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 745 - The Cardinals entered the 2025 offseason looking to improve their pass rush. Mission accomplished. Edge rusher Josh Sweat has delivered exactly what they were hoping for. Through 12 games, he has matched his career high with 11 sacks and is making a strong case for his second Pro Bowl appearance. Sweat sat down with Paul Calvisi to discuss his season so far. Plus, former Cardinals offensive lineman Jeremy Bridges joined Calvisi and Ron Wolfley at Flanker Kitchen and Sports Bar on the Great Lawn at State Farm Stadium, where he recalled his favorite teammates, memorable moments, and his 10 years battling in the trenches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 744 - During his playing career, Pat Tillman occupied more than one locker at Cardinals HQ in Tempe, but it is his final locker that now stands on display along the path players and coaches take to and from practice. During 2015 renovations, the locker was nearly lost before a longtime employee intercepted it from the buzzsaw with just seconds to spare. Paul Calvisi tells the story of how the locker, now encased in glass and adorned with Tillman’s helmet and jersey, serves as a daily source of inspiration and helps keep Tillman’s legacy alive.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 743 - Former Cardinals pass rusher Bertrand Berry joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley at Flanker Kitchen and Sports Bar on the Great Lawn at State Farm Stadium for a trip down memory lane. Berry, who hosted the show from 2005–2009, shared stories from his playing days along with some funny moments from past Big Red Rage episodes. He also weighed in on linebacker Josh Sweat, who has recorded nine sacks this season, and rookie Walter Nolen III, who has impressed since making his NFL debut against the Cowboys on Monday Night Football.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ep. 742 - Former Cardinals running back Marcel Shipp joined Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley at Flanker Kitchen and Sports Bar on the Great Lawn at State Farm Stadium to share memories from his playing days and break down how the Big Red can bounce back from their tough loss in Seattle. Linebacker Cody Simon also sat down with Calvisi to reflect on his first professional start, discuss how the NFL differs from his days at Ohio State, and share what he’s learning from veterans like Budda Baker and Calais Campbell. Plus, a preview of Sunday’s NFC West matchup against the 49ers at State Farm Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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