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.
Big Red Rage - Roy Lopez Talks Facing Detroit, Defensive Scheme And Cardinals Urgency
Ep. 789 - The Cardinals look to bounce back against the Detroit Lions after a heartbreaking finish in New York. Paul Calvisi and J.P. Shadrick break down the walk-off pick-six that ended Arizona’s matchup with the Giants, the challenge of replacing injured left tackle Paris Johnson Jr., and what it will take for the offense to find its downfield rhythm. The guys discuss how Marvin Harrison Jr. can become a bigger part of the passing game, the potential to get Jeremiyah Love more involved, and opportunities to exploit a Lions defense that has struggled despite its ability to pressure the quarterback. Plus, Cardinals nose tackle Roy Lopez joins the show to discuss his career-high six tackles, Nick Rallis’ defensive scheme, facing his former team, and the mindset inside the locker room as Arizona prepares for a critical matchup in Week 5.
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2 Oct 2026
Big Red Rage - Max Melton Talks About Growth In Defense, New Jersey Homecoming And Cardinals Focus on Giants
Ep. 788 - Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley break down the Cardinals Week 3 loss to the 49ers, examining an offense that moved the ball effectively but was undone by penalties and a lack of explosive plays. Cardinals starting cornerback Max Melton joins the show to discuss his strong start to the season, his growth in coverage, his physical style of play and the excitement of returning home to New Jersey to face the Giants in front of family and friends. Plus, the guys dive into Trey McBride’s latest Angry Run, Jeremiyah Love’s expanded role, Michael Wilson’s chemistry with Jacoby Brissett and what the Cardinals need to do on both sides of the ball heading into Week 4 against New York.
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25 Sept 2026
Big Red Rage - Zaven Collins on Cardinals Defense, 49ers Matchup And More
Ep. 787 - Paul Calvisi and Ron Wolfley look ahead to the Cardinals NFC West matchup with the 49ers after a difficult loss to Seattle, breaking down the impact of losing cornerback Will Johnson and how the team can try to replace him. The guys also dive into the early-season spotlight on Marvin Harrison Jr., discussing the expectations that come with being a first-round pick, the importance of effort and urgency, and how the Cardinals can get their young receiver more involved in the offense. Linebacker Zaven Collins joins the show to talk about his big forced fumble against Seattle, his versatility on defense, the challenge of facing Christian McCaffrey and the 49ers, and dealing with the outside expectations placed on young players. Plus, Calvisi and Wolfley break down the chess match between Mike LaFleur and Kyle Shanahan along with the challenges posed by McCaffrey, Brock Purdy, and George Kittle.
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Chase Edmonds
Lorenzo Alexander
Isaiah Adams
Starling Thomas V
Hayden Conner
Reach and audience
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YouTube views
52,118,688
Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.0 / 5
4 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
5 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 82 / 100
A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.
Quality
99
Social presence
0
YouTube
93
Engagement
68
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