An ugly AZ Cardinals loss, offensive regression and whether another new coach would have been better
In the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox sift through the good and the mostly bad in Arizona's loss to the Detroit Lions, react to the play of Josh Rosen, wonder why the offense looked like Mike McCoy was running it again and whether the Cardinals' problem would have been solved by any of the other coaches hired elsewhere.
1hr 16m Dec 12, 2018
1hr 16m
What changes for the Cardinals after a surprising win at Lambeau Field?
The Arizona Cardinals shocked the NFL with an upset 20-17 win over the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field, where Aaron Rodgers was previously almost unbeatable. They previously appeared destined for a 2-14 season. What changes? Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox discuss what the win means moving forward. They give their biggest positives and negatives from the game, react to the play of the many roo...
1hr 20m Dec 05, 2018
1hr 20m
Another blowout and the beginning of a roster blowup for the AZ Cardinals
After the Arizona Cardinals took another step in the wrong direction with a 45-10 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. This time, they started well and then fell apart, leading to a big loss and some significant roster changes. In this edition of the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox react to the roster moves, look for any positives in the loss, wonder what the h...
1hr 23m Nov 28, 2018
1hr 23m
What now for the Arizona Cardinals after a loss to the awful Oakland Raiders?
The Arizona Cardinals did the unthinkable and lost at home to the Oakland Raiders. After all the positive momentum, it is all gone. That's okay. The best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web is here to talk about it. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox break down what went wrong against Oakland and also discuss some of the positives. The Cardinals made some roster moves. They react to those moves, discu...
1hr 30m Nov 21, 2018
1hr 30m
A moral victory for the Cardinals (?), offensive line issues and the Raiders
The Arizona Cardinals lost to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday but weren't blown out and weren't embarrassed. In fact, they could have won that game. So was it a moral victory? In the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox discuss the possibility. They go through the problems and successes of the offensive line, the good and bad from both the offense and the defens...
1hr 10m Nov 14, 2018
1hr 10m
Arizona Cardinals midseason grades, awards; AZ/KC preview; roster moves
The Arizona Cardinals are at the midpoint of the season and are coming off their bye. In the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox give each position group grades and also give midseason awards. How bad will they be? They preview the seemingly impossible matchup with the red-hot Kansas City Chiefs on the road and then discuss the recent roster moves the team has ...
1hr 12m Nov 07, 2018
1hr 12m
NFL trade reactions, Byron Leftwich's OC debut, return of the 4-3 and more
The NFL trade deadline passed and the Arizona Cardinals did nothing, despite all the rumors of the players who were supposedly being shopped and who wanted to leave. They also saw new offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich in his debut, which led to a Cardinals win over the 49ers to improve to 2-6. This edition of the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web reacts to the trade deadline, Leftwich's...
1hr 5m Oct 31, 2018
1hr 5m
Patrick Peterson wants a trade and the Cardinals fire Mike McCoy
What a week for the Arizona Cardinals. They lose big on national TV. They fire Mike McCoy as offensive coordinator and give Byron Leftwich the promotion. Now, after dispelling any real trade rumors about cornerback Patrick Peterson, Peterson himself has requested to be dealt. In the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox break down every angle about Peterson and h...
1hr 13m Oct 24, 2018
1hr 13m
Patrick Peterson trade rumors, the coaching hot seat and a Thursday night game
There is another trade rumor floating around the Arizona Cardinals and they have lost another ballgame. Now they have a game on a short week on a team struggling nearly as much as they are. In this edition of the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web, Jess and Seth go over the ridiculous notion of trading Patrick Peterson, the good and the bad in the loss to the Vikings, the game coming up on...
1hr 17m Oct 17, 2018
1hr 17m
David Johnson trade rumors and an Arizona Cardinals win!
The Arizona Cardinals won their first game of the year over the San Francisco 49ers. In this edition of the best hour of Cardinals on the Web, we break down the good and the bad. In addition, there have been some odd trade rumors involving the Philadelphia Eagles and David Johnson. Are they real? We discuss them, and then look ahead to the matchup this weekend against the Minnesota Vikings. En...
1hr 17m Oct 11, 2018
1hr 17m
Josh Rosen's stellar start and the Arizona Cardinals' disappointing loss
The Arizona Cardinals might have lost the game to the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, but even with the problems they had, they have hope for the future because quarterback Josh Rosen looks like the real deal even after one start. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox go through everything about Rosen's first start and what the Cardinals have moving forward. They debate the coaching decisions at the end of ...
1hr 22m Oct 03, 2018
1hr 22m
The Josh Rosen era begins for the 0-3 Arizona Cardinals
The Arizona Cardinals turned to first-round pick Josh Rosen as their starting quarterback after an 0-3 start and three more Sam Bradford turnovers. In this exciting time, the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web goes over what it means. In addition, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox go over what went wrong in the loss to the Bears, discuss whether the coaching staff is in trouble and look ahead to...
1hr 12m Sep 27, 2018
1hr 12m
Is there any hope for the Arizona Cardinals in 2018 after 2 abysmal losses?
After another big loss, the Arizona Cardinals are looking for answers. They have looked like probably the very worst team in the entire NFL through two weeks. In the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox go through the very few positives to build on, break down every bit of bad there has been through two games, discuss whether things can be fixed and look ahead to...
1hr 15m Sep 20, 2018
1hr 15m
David Johnson's extension, the Cardinals' awful season opener and the Rams loom
The regular season has begun, but it did not begin well for the Arizona Cardinals. In the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox look back at what went wrong in the Cardinals' 24-6 season-opening home loss. They also point out some silver linings, discuss the big David Johnson contract extension and debate whether fans need to start looking at this season different...
1hr 7m Sep 13, 2018
1hr 7m
2018 AZ Cardinals roster reactions and season preview
The Arizona Cardinals trimmed their roster down to the required 53 players and we are here to analyze it, Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox celebrate the show's 200th episode by breaking down the roster and roster moves. What were the surprises? What did we learn? They preview the 2018 season and discuss expectations and player performance. Then they look ahead to the Washington Redskins, who is Ari...
1hr 6m Sep 06, 2018
1hr 6m
Arizona Cardinals final roster predictions, final thoughts on preseason
With the preseason coming to a close for the Arizona Cardinals, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox look back at the team's win over the Dallas Cowboys. What stood out on offense and on defense? They discuss the players who stepped up and those who took a step back. They go over who is on the roster bubble and also make their final roster predictions for the team a few days before final cuts must be m...
1hr 24m Aug 29, 2018
1hr 24m
Arizona Cardinals stepping up, falling back after 2 preseason games
After a 20-15 win over the New Orleans Saints in their second preseason game, the Arizona Cardinals had players who have helped themselves and some who are falling behind. In this edition of the show, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox discuss the positives and negatives from the game, the players who are stepping up and falling behind, give the state of the big position battles and discuss what want...
1hr 8m Aug 23, 2018
1hr 8m
Arizona Cardinals 2018 preseason game 1 review, game 2 preview
The Arizona Cardinals defeated the Los Angeles Chargers in their preseason opener last Saturday. In this edition of the best hour of Cardinals talk on the Web, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox give their five biggest takeaways from the game. They include how the offense looked, how Josh Rosen got no help and much more. They break down the status of key position battles like wide receiver, cornerbac...
1hr 11m Aug 16, 2018
1hr 11m
AZ Cardinals training camp updates, A.Q. Shipley's injury, depth chart news
The Arizona Cardinals play in their preseason opener and have lost their starting center, A.Q. Shipley, for the season with a torn ACL. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox break down what that injury means moving forward. Then they go over the depth chart and how the key position battles are going. They conclude with what to watch for in the preseason opener this weekend when the Cardinals take on the...
58m Aug 09, 2018
58m
2018 Cardinals training camp preview, what Gurley's deal means for David Johnson
This is the 2018 Arizona Cardinals training camp preview. But before the preview, The Rams gave Todd Gurley a huge deal and that means a lot for David Johnson. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox discuss what it means before going through their players to watch, the key position battles and more. Who will break out in 2018? Who is primed to disappoint? What players do they want to make the team but mi...
1hr 15m Jul 26, 2018
1hr 15m
Steve Keim's DUI, Bidwill's support of Kavanaugh, ranking the NFC West
Normally this show is just about the NFC West, ranking each position group by team to see where each team is good and where there are some weaknesses. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox do it every year. But with some non-football Cardinals news coming in the form of a DUI for GM Steve Keim and backlash for team president Michael Bidwill publicly supporting former high school classmate and longtime f...
1hr 29m Jul 11, 2018
1hr 29m
David Johnson's holdout, takeaways from Cardinals offseason, contract extensions
In the first show since reviewing the NFL draft for the Arizona Cardinals, there was a lot to cover. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox go over everything involved with the David Johnson holdout. What exactly happened and how much should he get paid? They give their takeaways from OTAs and minicamp as the team enters their summer break. Finally, they discuss what players should get contract extension...
1hr 6m Jun 20, 2018
1hr 6m
Arizona Cardinals 2018 NFL draft review and grades show
The Arizona Cardinals wrapped up their 2018 draft class with six players, including quarterback Josh Rosen, who looks like the quarterback of the future. In the latest edition of the show, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox go through every pick and break down what each player is and could be moving forward for the team. They also grade the Cardinals' draft — they like it. Sit back and enjoy the best...
1hr 18m May 02, 2018
1hr 18m
Arizona Cardinals draft rumors and final 2018 NFL mock draft
The NFL draft is Thursday! What are the latest rumors surrounding the Arizona Cardinals? Will they draft a quarterback? Will they trade up? This edition of the show is all about those rumors and also the hosts' yearly mock draft. They have nailed the Cardinals' picks each of the last two years. Will it happen again? Seth and Jess have different choices, but both with be great additions to the d...
1hr 21m Apr 25, 2018
1hr 21m
2018 Cardinals NFL draft defensive preview and David Johnson's guarantee
The NFL Draft is just a couple of weeks away and this edition of the podcast focuses on the defensive prospects, as previous episodes have covered the quarterbacks and the rest of the offense. Before hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox talk about the prospects, they discuss the Cardinals bringing in free agent pass rushers and David Johnson's recent declaration that the Cardinals will have the top off...
1hr 20m Apr 13, 2018
1hr 20m
Brice Butler signing and AZ Cardinals 2018 NFL draft preview — offense
In the last episode of the podcast, it was all about quarterbacks. This show is about the Arizona Cardinals, the NFL draft and the offensive players they could target. Before that, though, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox break down the signing of receiver Brice Butler and what Cardinals fans can expect from him. Then, the talk is about the remaining offensive positions outside of quarterback. Fir...
1hr 28m Apr 05, 2018
1hr 28m
2018 Arizona Cardinals NFL Draft preview: The QB show
With the NFL Draft a month away, Cards Wire's Jess Root and Revenge of the Birds' Seth Cox begin their yearly NFL draft preview shows. This year in particular the quarterback position is very intriguing and the Cardinals are expected to select one in the first two rounds. This show is dedicated to the quarterbacks in the draft. Who are the Big 4 and do the Cardinals have any shot at landing one...
1hr 29m Mar 29, 2018
1hr 29m
Arizona Cardinals 2018 free agency reactions
The Arizona Cardinals have signed some players in free agency, have cut others, have seen others leave for other teams and also have been surprising with the lack of a few expected moves. In this edition of the Rise Up, See Red podcast, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox react to the signings, the financial details of the contracts, the players who have left and what the Cardinals still must do with ...
1hr 9m Mar 21, 2018
1hr 9m
Sam Bradford and Mike Glennon will be the Cardinals' 2018 QBs
The Arizona Cardinals have gone from have no quarterbacks to having settled their quarterback room. Sam Bradford will come in and start for the team on a two-year contract. Mike Glennon will back him up. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox discuss the good and the bad of each move, as well as go into what having these two quarterbacks means for the NFL draft this April. Will the Cardinals trade up for...
1hr 3m Mar 14, 2018
1hr 3m
2018 Arizona Cardinals free agency preview, part 2
In the second installment of the podcast's free agency preview, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox discuss what moves they make to free up cap space and then go through candidates for the Arizona Cardinals to sign at key positions they need to address. They go over whether the Cardinals should cut Tyrann Mathieu and whether they should go after Kirk Cousins. If not Cousins, who then? They go over q...
1hr 18m Mar 08, 2018
1hr 18m
2018 Arizona Cardinals free agency preview, part 1
Free agency approaches and the Arizona Cardinals have a lot to do. In the first of two shows focused on free agency, Cards Wire's Jess Root and Revenge of the Birds' Seth Cox break down the roster in terms of which of the team's own free agents should come back and who should go. They also go through each position and what the approach in free agency should be. Listen to the best hour of Cardin...
1hr 3m Feb 22, 2018
1hr 3m
Jimmy Garoppolo's deal, potential salary cap moves and QB options for Cardinals
The big news in the NFL is the huge contract the San Francisco 49ers gave QB Jimmy Garoppolo. How does this affect the Cardinals as they look to compete in the NFC West and find a new QB themselves? In this edition of the show, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox discuss the ramifications of the Jimmy G deal, how the Cardinals can clear some salary cap space, which moves make sense and then go over al...
1hr 19m Feb 10, 2018
1hr 19m
The Steve Wilks era begins for the Arizona Cardinals
The Arizona Cardinals announced their new head coach after a three-week process. They decided on Steve Wilks, who was the defensive coordinator for the Carolina Panthers. He was introduced to the media and the coaching staff has begun to take shape. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox react to the hiring, discuss why he was actually the best pick, go over takeaways from his introductory press conferen...
1hr 6m Jan 25, 2018
1hr 6m
The Arizona Cardinals' coaching search continues
The Arizona Cardinals still have no new coach two weeks into their search, and they don't appear to be in a hurry. They are beginning their second round of interviews, with a few names emerging as those of the original nine to move on to the next round. All raise questions moving forward if they get hired. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox go over the candidates whose names have come up. Sit back an...
1hr 7m Jan 18, 2018
1hr 7m
The Bruce Arians, Carson Palmer retirement show
The Arizona Cardinals ended the season with a thrilling 26-24 win over the Seattle Seahawks on the road to finish the season 8-8. But the big news are the announcements of coach Bruce Arians and quarterback Carson Palmer. This show goes over everything involved with both decisions. Were announcements a surprise? Should they have retired? What should we think of their time in Arizona? What is ne...
1hr 17m Jan 03, 2018
1hr 17m
Back to Drew Stanton, 4 Pro Bowlers, playoff elimination
The Arizona Cardinals are officially out of contention for the playoffs. Their loss to the Redskins ended any faint hopes they might have had. In the latest show, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox go over the move to make Drew Stanton starting quarterback again, discuss the four Cardinals in the Pro Bowl (and the two interesting alternates), go over the long list of injuries the team now has and loo...
1hr 3m Dec 21, 2017
1hr 3m
Do the Cardinals still have any playoff hopes after beating the Titans?
The Arizona Cardinals defeated the Tennessee Titans 12-7 and improved to 6-7, keeping their postseason hopes alive. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox talk about what was impressive in the win, how Blaine Gabbert played and whether the Cardinals still actually have a chance of the playoffs. They go over the Keim time signings and who should be brought back next season and also what is ahead for the t...
1hr 18m Dec 14, 2017
1hr 18m
Is the Cardinals' season over and does its future include Blaine Gabbert?
The Arizona Cardinals fell to 5-7 with a loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Blaine Gabbert did not play as well. This edition of the show reacts to his play and his potential future with the team, and also breaks down the good and the bad from the game. Do the Cardinals have any chance at the postseason? The hosts give the percentage chance they believe the Cardinals have and then look ahead at thei...
1hr 4m Dec 07, 2017
1hr 4m
The Cardinals aren't dead yet and Blaine Gabbert could be the future?
The Arizona Cardinals had their biggest win of the season with a 27-24 victory over the Jacksonville Jaguars. Blaine Gabbert impressed, Phil Dawson hit a clutch kick and Ricky Seals-Jones suddenly is a name. Bruce Arians said he would be comfortable if Gabbert were the starter in 2018. What does that mean? Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox talk about what stood out both positively and negatively in ...
1hr 7m Nov 30, 2017
1hr 7m
The Blaine Gabbert experience, Bruce Arians' call, Cardinals' dying season
The Arizona Cardinals lost again, falling to 4-6 on the season after a 33-21 loss to the Houston Texans. It was the first look at Blaine Gabbert as the starting quarterback. Budda Baker and Ricky Seals-Jones have big games. There were big issues with the receivers, the running game and the defense. Bruce Arians made a questionable call, took the blame for it and then recanted. The season looks ...
1hr 11m Nov 23, 2017
1hr 11m
Thursday night Cardinals carnage and the coming Blaine Gabbert Experience
The Arizona Cardinals lost last Thursday night 22-16 to the Seattle Seahawks in a game they could have and should have won, had more players stepped up and made plays. In the game, a number of key players suffered injuries, some season-ending. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox tell what they learned in the game, talk about the injuries and go in depth into the possibility of Blaine Gabbert starting ...
1hr 7m Nov 16, 2017
1hr 7m
Adrian Peterson's workload and what a win over the Seahawks could do for AZ
Adrian Peterson ran the ball 37(!) times on Sunday and the Cardinals got a win. Can he carry the load again on short rest when the Seahawks come to town? This edition of the show looks back at Peterson, Drew Stanton, Phil Dawson and the defense in the win over the 49ers and talk about what a win or loss over the Seahawks could do to the Cardinals' season the rest of the year. One of the hosts b...
58m Nov 08, 2017
58m
Carson Palmer, David Johnson injury updates, NFC West trades, 49ers preview
The Arizona Cardinals are out of the bye week and are ready to begin the rest of the season without Carson Palmer. His return and the return of David Johnson, once believed to be able to be back as early as Thanksgiving, are both in doubt for 2017. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox talk about what it means and whether we should hope for them to be back. They go over the trades that happened in the ...
1hr 7m Nov 02, 2017
1hr 7m
Carson Palmer's arm, Bruce Arians' retirement rumors, an ugly loss in London
Things aren't good for the Arizona Cardinals. Carson Palmer broke his arm in a 33-0 loss to the L.A. Rams in London. There are rumors of Bruce Arians retiring. Fans are clamoring for Blaine Gabbert over Drew Stanton while the national media says the Cardinals must sign Colin Kaepernick. Is Carson Palmer done? Will Arians retire? This episode goes over it all with hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox. E...
59m Oct 26, 2017
59m
Adrian Peterson's big day, lineup changes and a critical 3-game stretch
Adrian Peterson came alive in his Arizona Cardinals debut against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and led the team to a much-needed win that seems to make things better. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox discuss what Peterson's addition means for the Cardinals moving forward. They talk about the win and whether or not it means the Cardinals are back in business in the NFC West. With some recent and potenti...
1hr 16m Oct 18, 2017
1hr 16m
Ep. 169: The AZ Cardinals win in OT and the season isn't over yet
The Arizona Cardinals did not repeat their Week 4 plight from 2016. They got an 18-15 overtime win over the San Francisco 49ers, although they were not impressive. In the latest edition of the Rise Up, See Red podcast, hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox look back at what they liked and what they didn't like in the win. They play a little "I believe that..." with several things related to the Cardinal...
1hr 2m Oct 04, 2017
1hr 2m
A Monday night AZ Cardinals loss and a ravaged O-line
The Arizona Cardinals fell to the Dallas Cowboys 28-17 on Monday night, falling to 1-2 on the season. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox look back at what went well and what went wrong. They go over the performance of Carson Palmer and Larry Fitzgerald. They lament the play of the offensive line. They discuss what possibilities the Cardinals have moving forward with the line. Then they look ahead to ...
1hr 3m Sep 27, 2017
1hr 3m
Ep. 167: The Cardinals win in OT; do we know who they are?
The Arizona Cardinals evened their record to 1-1 with a 16-13 overtime victory over the Indianapolis Colts in Week 2. It wasn't pretty and they looked bad offensively again. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox discuss whether or not we know what the Cardinals are after two games. They look back at the win and the positives and negatives that stood out. To finish off the show, they look ahead to the ho...
1hr 4m Sep 21, 2017
1hr 4m
Ep. 166: AZ Cardinals lose David Johnson, review of Week 1 loss, Week 2 preview
The Arizona Cardinals suffered a huge loss as RB David Johnson is out for 2-3 months. They also lost 35-23 to the Detroit Lions in Week 1. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox break down what the loss means, whether there is hope or not for the Cardinals and how they will adjust. They look back at the loss to the Lions and look ahead to their Week 2 game against the Colts. Enjoy a great hour of Arizon...
56m Sep 14, 2017
56m
Ep. 165: 2017 AZ Cardinals season preview, roster cuts reaction show
The Arizona Cardinals made their final cuts, added a couple of veterans and now are ready for the season. As such, the Rise Up, See Red podcast is here to talk about it all. Hosts Jess Root and Seth Cox react to the new Cardinals roster and discuss which moves were a surprise. This episode is also the 2017 season preview. What are the biggest questions for Arizona entering the season? Who needs...
1hr 8m Sep 06, 2017
1hr 8m