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MUST-WIN: Arizona Cardinals Seek Answers as Defense SLIPS, New York Giants Injury Hits FORCE QB Shakeup

Locked On Podcast Network — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT

On this Week 4 Crossover Thursday, Alex Clancy from Locked On Cardinals and Pat Traina from Locked On Giants break down a pivotal matchup between the Arizona Cardinals and New York Giants, two teams facing critical junctures early in the season. The hosts dive into the biggest storylines, including the Giants’ rash of injuries—most notably to quarterback Jaxson Dart and pass rusher Brian Burns, the arrival of Jameis Winston and rookie JJ McCarthy, and how John Harbaugh’s leadership is shaping the Giants’ outlook.

They compare how both franchises have invested high draft picks in trenches but haven’t seen ideal returns, highlighted by the up-and-down arcs of players like Evan Neal, Kayvon Thibodeaux, and Andrew Thomas for New York, and the likes of Paris Johnson Jr., Marvin Harrison Jr., and Jeremiah Love for Arizona. Alex Clancy discusses the Cardinals’ offensive evolution under Michael LaFleur, the need for defensive improvement, and how a letdown against the shorthanded Giants could mean coaching changes.

Pat Traina details how accountability and a meritocracy are now central in New York, regardless of contract size or draft status. The conversation zeroes in on key matchups: Arizona’s struggling pass rush versus Jameis Winston, the Giants’ questionable run defense against Jeremiah Love and Tyler Allgeier, and Marvin Harrison Jr.’s search for a breakout game.

The episode wraps with both hosts outlining what each team must do to secure a season-defining win and a look at how the NFC East and NFC West shake out in 2026. With candid takes, nuanced analysis, and an eye on the future, this conversation frames Week 4 as a potential turning point for both franchises. Let's discuss.

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REPORT: Marvin Harrison Jr.’s TRADE VALUE “Likely Day 3 Pick” As Arizona Cardinals Prep For Giants

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:10:39 GMT

REPORT: Marvin Harrison Jr.’s TRADE VALUE “Likely Day 3 Pick” As Arizona Cardinals Prep For New York Giants. Arizona Cardinals DC Nick Rallis UNDER FIRE Following Loss to San Francisco. Arizona Cardinals BLOW Chance VS San Francisco 49ers Despite Jeremiyah Love's CAREER DAY. Jeremiyah Love POISED To BREAKOUT For Cardinals As 49ers LOSE Nick Bosa To Injury. Gardner Minshew TRADE TALK To Giants HEAT UP As Arizona Cardinals Clear Path For Carson Beck. Kurt Warner On Marvin Harrison Jr.’s FUTURE As Arizona Cardinals TRADE RUMORS Swirl Ahead of 49ers. Will Johnson Likely “DONE FOR SEASON” Following Neck Injury In Arizona Cardinals Loss. Jacoby Brissett, Marvin Harrison Jr. NO-SHOW Arizona Cardinals LOPSIDED Loss To Seattle Seahawks. Jacoby Brissett MELTS DOWN In Lopsided Arizona Cardinals LOSS To Seattle Seahawks. Arizona Cardinals Near FULL STRENGTH; Mike LaFleur THE REAL DEAL.

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2:45 MHJ trade rumors
22:30 Jacoby Brissett
39:30 Mike LaFleur presser clips
53:00 Marv presser clips
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Hour 4: What could spark Arizona State’s offense this weekend?

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 01:00:20 GMT

Hour 3: Could Todd Bowles be the answer for the Arizona Cardinals?

Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:13:36 GMT

Cardinals Cover 2 - Trey McBride, Tight Ends Making An Impact Offensively

Arizona Cardinals — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 00:07:21 GMT

Ep. 1042 - After a brief discussion about the start of the baseball playoffs, Craig Grialou and Jesus Quinonez dive into the news of the day. And it’s not so much news as it is appreciation. Appreciation for Trey McBride and the tight end position. Through three games, it’s clear how important McBride and the tight ends are to what Mike LaFleur wants to do offensively. And the tight ends might be the key to helping unlock the lack of explosive plays in the passing game. Also, Craig and Jesus talk Josh Sweat, the dilemma facing the defense when it comes to pressuring opposing quarterbacks and begin to preview Sunday’s matchup against Jameis Winston, Cam Skattebo and the Giants front seven.

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Hour 1: Should the Arizona Cardinals have traded Josh Sweat?

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:37:44 GMT

The 'Zo Show: Previewing Cardinals vs. Giants with Lorenzo Alexander

Bleav Podcast Network — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 19:10:00 GMT

Tim Ring & Blake Murphy's weekly discussion with Lorenzo Alexander includes topics such as:

How do you deal with trick plays and a slow start as a defender?
How do you eliminate presnap penalties?
Can we expect more of what we saw from Jeremiyah Love?
On the lack of explosives-how do you fix that and is it more coaching and scheme or players?
For that, why isn’t Jacoby as the QB pushing the ball downfield and is that mentality or nature of taking what the defense is giving
How has Mike LeFleur done so far as the HC through 3 games
How do you prepare for an east coast game vs a backup QB?
What does AZ need to do to walk away with a win against the Giants?

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Arizona Cardinals Could Be Hiding Something With Jeremiyah Love

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:17:27 GMT

Alex Clancy dives deep into the Arizona Cardinals’ ongoing struggle to produce explosive plays, stressing the lack of speed across the offense and highlighting why Jeremiah Love is their best chance at breaking that trend. He examines Marvin Harrison Jr.’s skill set versus true burners like Justin Jefferson and Ja’Marr Chase, and why the Cardinals’ top wideout isn’t a classic “take the top off” threat. There’s a call to inject more Kamara-style pass game action for Jeremiyah Love, unlocking swing and seam routes that force defenses to honor every blade of grass.

The offense’s methodical, “death by a thousand cuts” approach is dissected, noting that while it chews clock and racks up first downs, it hasn’t translated to quick-strike scoring drives the way fans (and the team) want. The segment explores whether this is actually a blessing in disguise for Michael LaFleur in his first year as offensive coordinator, spotlighting how Jacoby Brissett’s careful, interception-free play is a proof-of-concept even if it’s not fireworks every Sunday.

Switching gears, Alex stresses that the defensive woes — from lack of trust to bottom-5 rankings and minimal pass rush — are here to stay for 2026. He details why that means the offense must get more aggressive and consistent, as survival mode rapidly becomes the standard for this group. Penalties, lack of breakaway games on the schedule, and looming questions over veteran defenders like Josh Sweat and Budda Baker all factor into a candid forecast for the next month. Listeners get a reality check: the soft part of the schedule is now, and soon it’s nothing but playoff-caliber opponents.

Rounding it out, Alex predicts what will and won’t change in the weeks ahead — from LaFleur’s cool command of the offense, to why changes on defense (including potential trades) may be necessary if the Cardinals want to properly reset for the future. It’s a pragmatic, forthright look at what’s real, what’s possible, and how the Cardinals can still build optimism from a tough start. Let's discuss.

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Tyler Allgeier Gets REAL About Cardinals WILD 49ers Game + Rippin Pokémon Packs | The Runback Ep. 1

ALLCITY Network — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 01:09:05 GMT

Welcome to the FIRST episode of The Runback with Tyler Allgeier!
Arizona Cardinals running back Tyler Allgeier joins PHNX Cardinals’ Bo Brack to take you inside the Cards’ wild 36-30 battle with the San Francisco 49ers.

Tyler explains what sparked the comeback after falling behind, why he believes cleaning up the details can make a major difference and what it was like going head-to-head with Fred Warner and the 49ers defense. Allgeier also talks about sharing the backfield with Jeremiyah Love, reacts to Trey McBride running through defenders and looks ahead to the Cardinals’ Week 4 matchup with the New York Giants.

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Hour 4: Can we count on Corbin Burnes next season?

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 01:05:37 GMT

CARDINALS SQUAD SHOW: Mike LaFleur MUST FIX THIS If The Cardinals Want To Beat The Giants Sunday...

Locked On Podcast Network — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:28:30 GMT

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Hour 2: The Arizona Cardinals lack explosive plays

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:26:48 GMT

Cardinals Underground – Mike Willy N’ Trey, Using Love, And Is It Early?

Arizona Cardinals — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:52:06 GMT

Are we ready for holidays? Craig Grialou isn’t, and he has some problems with those who do. Nevertheless, he talks with Darren Urban and Dani Sureck about the penalties the Cardinals need to avoid, Jeremiyah Love’s jump in usage and what carries make sense per game, the duo of Michael Wilson and Trey McBride, Marvin Harrison Jr.’s targets, McBride’s Angry Run scepter, explosives via YAC, a tense Wise Guy, McCaffrey’s run up the middle, defensive needs, stopping the Giants, Getting Cultured, and Dani’s last word.

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Cardinals Underground – Mike Willy N’ Trey, Using Love, And Is It Early?

Arizona Cardinals — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:52:06 GMT

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Red Sea Review with Tyler Drake

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 22:30:06 GMT

What's worse? Cardinals' lack of explosives or pile of penalties?

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:56:11 GMT

Red Sea Report - Cardinals Battled But Couldn't Overcome Slow Start In San Francisco

Arizona Cardinals — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:26:15 GMT

The Cardinals battled back from a 23-6 deficit but ultimately fell 36-30 to the 49ers in Santa Clara. Craig Grialou, Zach Gershman and former Cardinals linebacker Lorenzo Alexander break down what went wrong early, including 10 penalties for 86 yards, missed opportunities in the red zone and a defense that struggled to get off the field when it mattered most. The crew also examines Jeremiyah Love’s first game as the Cardinals’ lead back, the offense’s lack of explosive plays, and the need for more pressure defensively. Plus, the guys give an early preview of what the Cardinals can expect from the New York Giants in Week 4.

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Red Sea Report - Cardinals Battled But Couldn't Overcome Slow Start In San Francisco

Arizona Cardinals — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:26:15 GMT

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Arizona Cardinals: What's the BIGGEST Problem Holding Them Back?

Espo, Damon Fairall — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 19:01:50 GMT

The Arizona Cardinals have some serious questions to answer, and it starts on both sides of the football. Is the Cardinals defense the biggest problem holding this team back, or is Jacoby Brissett and the offense's inability to generate explosive plays just as concerning?

On today's Southwest Bias, Espo breaks down what's going wrong with the Arizona Cardinals, the defensive struggles that continue to raise questions, and why the lack of explosive plays from Jacoby Brissett and the Cardinals offense is becoming a major concern.

Can the Cardinals defense do enough to keep Arizona competitive? Can Jacoby Brissett and the offense find a way to create more explosive plays and take pressure off the defense? Which side of the football is really holding this team back?

Join us as we dive into the biggest problems facing the Arizona Cardinals and what needs to improve moving forward.

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49ers 36, Cardinals 30: What went wrong, what went right

Jess Root — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:27:00 GMT

The Cardinals lost 36-30 to the 49ers on Sunday in Week 3. Jess and Seth react to the loss and go over the things that went well and the the things that didn't go well.

(1:00) What didn't work well in the loss
(22:58) What worked well in the loss

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Is The Arizona Cardinals Offense Fool’s Gold Despite the Positive Start?

Locked On Podcast Network — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:29:41 GMT

Alex Clancy opens by asking whether the Arizona Cardinals offense is actually as good as it looks, or if fans and analysts are overrating it because it’s a clear improvement over the past several years. The sample size is now three games, each one with its own dynamics and issues.

In week 1, the Cardinals offense was able to move the ball well—especially in the passing game—even though neither Jeremiyah Love nor Tyler Allgeier were especially effective running. Most of the gains came from chunk passing plays and sustained movement downfield. However, many of the drives ended in field goals rather than touchdowns, and a key touchdown came after a blocked punt gave them the ball inside the five. Another opening-drive touchdown was the result of a nice bounce-out run by Jeremiyah Love, but overall, most of the offensive success was tied to favorable field positions or single explosive moments. The general feeling: the offense looked “good,” but not great—certainly better than in the Cliff Kingsbury era, but not as efficient as hoped.

Week 2 showed the offense stall dramatically. Outside of one effective drive, the team “ghosted.” Jacoby Brissett struggled, finishing with just 95 passing yards and no help from his backfield. The poor performance stood out, especially since the Seahawks defense that stymied Arizona gave up 30 points to Washington the following week.

In week 3, there were some adjustments and visible improvements in the second half, but a large portion of their scoring benefited from defensive penalties by San Francisco and a special teams error that handed them a short field. Though Jacoby Brissett was efficient, throwing 52 times wasn't the intended plan; the run-pass balance disappeared and the offense became disjointed, especially compared to week 1. The Cardinals offense is showing life, particularly on proof-of-concept for the new scheme, but there’s a sense that fans (and Alex Clancy himself) might be overvaluing the improvement simply because of how bad things have been recently.

Alex Clancy points out obvious positives, like better route trees, more open receivers, and a scheme that doesn’t ask the quarterback to do everything. However, the ultimate production hasn't been particularly explosive or efficient. The offense hasn’t scored enough touchdowns for the number of opportunities generated, and too many drives have ended in field goals or been aided by circumstances outside regular offensive execution.

Looking at what’s actually known about the team, Alex Clancy identifies key realities: the defense looks bad and is unlikely to improve dramatically, with little help coming from blitz packages or sudden mid-season talent jumps. The defense is incomplete because of missed draft opportunities; the team chose running back over a pass rusher or impact defender, and prior attempts at drafting “tweener” hybrid defenders have flopped. There are no illusions that the defense can hold up against explosive offenses coming up on the schedule.

On the coaching front, Alex Clancy asserts that Michael LaFleur doesn’t appear overwhelmed; while the team isn’t flawless, it’s clear the coach isn’t in over his head. The offense is functional, showing the framework for progress, even if the O-line remains a work in progress. There are certainties—Jeremiyah Love is going to be good, and Michael Wilson appears entrenched as the current WR1. However, big-play explosiveness is lacking, and the passing game isn’t stretching the field enough.

Alex Clancy also brings up big unknowns: whether Jacoby Brissett will play poorly enough to warrant a change at quarterback, and if or when that might happen. The timeline for improvement on offense is unclear, though the talent is present.

As for drastic measures, Alex Clancy lays out that if the team goes to New York and loses to the Giants while giving up 25-plus points, there’s little justification to keep Nick Rallis as defensive coordinator. The defensive failures could force action, including making trade decisions involving veterans like Josh Sweat or Budda Baker. The sense is that if there isn’t improvement—especially against a team like the Giants—all bets are off for the defense and staff, and the team should consider ripping off the Band-Aid and embracing a reset.

In summary, the main takeaways through three weeks are that the offense is improved, but not necessarily as strong as appearances suggest—much of the positive sentiment may simply be due to comparisons to recent, less effective iterations. The defense is bad with little hope of a turnaround, and the organization may be nearing a point where big changes become inevitable unless dramatic improvement is shown immediately. Let's discuss.

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LaFleur: Arizona Cardinals Have “A lot To CLEAN UP” With “EXPLOSIVES” Needed By Brissett-Led Offense

Bo Brack, Johnny Venerable, Mike LaFleur — Tue, 29 Sep 2026 01:07:33 GMT

LaFleur: Arizona Cardinals Have “A lot To CLEAN UP” With “EXPLOSIVES” Needed By Brissett-Led Offense. 49ers AFTERMATH: Arizona Cardinals DC Nick Rallis UNDER FIRE Following Loss to San Francisco. Arizona Cardinals BLOW Chance VS San Francisco 49ers Despite Jeremiyah Love's CAREER DAY. Jeremiyah Love POISED To BREAKOUT For Cardinals As 49ers LOSE Nick Bosa To Injury. Gardner Minshew TRADE TALK To Giants HEAT UP As Arizona Cardinals Clear Path For Carson Beck. Kurt Warner On Marvin Harrison Jr.’s FUTURE As Arizona Cardinals TRADE RUMORS Swirl Ahead of 49ers. Will Johnson Likely “DONE FOR SEASON” Following Neck Injury In Arizona Cardinals Loss. Jacoby Brissett, Marvin Harrison Jr. NO-SHOW Arizona Cardinals LOPSIDED Loss To Seattle Seahawks. Jacoby Brissett MELTS DOWN In Lopsided Arizona Cardinals LOSS To Seattle Seahawks. Arizona Cardinals Near FULL STRENGTH; Mike LaFleur THE REAL DEAL.

Join Johnny Venerable and Bo Brack on Monday’s PHNX Cardinals podcast!

0:00 Intro
2:30 Missed Super Chats!
7:00 What was that game?
27:45 Mike LaFleur on explosives
42:00 Got to clean it up
58:30 Super Chats!