Red Rain Podcast
141 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsInsights on the Arizona Cardinals. Hosted by Walter Mitchell, Deputy Editor of SBNation’s Revenge of the Birds. Produced by Kyle “Lil’Rock” Ledbetter of Take It Easy Podcast and CKSAML Productions
Homepage Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Overcast Castro Pocket Casts RSS feed
Episodes
Red Rain Episode 141: At #4, is Bidwill or Monti Making the Pick???
April 23, 2024 16:33 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter and Kyle return just a couple days before the NFL Draft for one final look at what the Arizona Cardinals might do. Specifically, what Michael Bidwill might do at #4 in the NFL Draft, and just how involved the precarious governor might be in influencing who the Cardinals draft, in wake of him admiting his "hands on" involvement with personel decisions during his deposition in the Terry McDonaugh lawsuit. Plus, whether or not the Cardinals trade down, Marvin...
Red Rain Episode 140: Marcos Labrada Revisits Kyler Murray's Career and Will Anderson Jr Trade, One Year Later
April 10, 2024 19:07 - 2 hours - 92.5 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans!!! Walter and Kyle are joined once again by our friend of the show Marcos Labrada from AZSportsUnderground and the Red Bird Reboot Podcast. On the first part of the show, Marcos breaks down the 2023 film on Kyler Murray, and reflects on the three year journey for us to get to today, where the Cardinals are in the ideal position to put Kyler in a good position to succeed in 2024. On the 2nd part of the show, we reflect on the Will Anderson Jr Trade. Marcos breaks d...
Red Rain Episode 139: 28 ROTB Mailbag Questions
April 03, 2024 17:27 - 2 hours - 84.6 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Today, Walter and Kyle have a special show with listener questions from the Revenge of the Birds Community!!! We take questions on the Cardinals Draft Strategy, Cornerbacks, Budda Baker, Michael Bidwill and the Terry McDonaugh Arbitration, and Kyler Murray. Plus, Brock Bowers, WRs in the Draft, Defensive Tackles, EDGE Rushers, Adding to the Running Back Room for the Cardinals, and MORE Draft prognostications. Plus, the Stefon Diggs Trade from the Buffalo Bills to...
Red Rain Episode 138: Kyle Odegard Special Guests
March 27, 2024 17:26 - 40 minutes - 26.8 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter and Kyle are joined today by Cardinals Beat Reporter Kyle Odegard of BettingOdds.com to discuss the three biggest stories in the Arizona Cardinals world. First, the question with the #4 Pick, Marvin Harrison Jr, and Sean Payton saying Monti Ossenfort is in maybe the best position in the league. Then, a discussion about Free Agency and the Over/Under 6.5 win totals for the 2024 Cardinals. Finally, discussing Michael Bidwill's Press Conference, and some of t...
Red Rain Episode 137: Brett Kollmann Breaks Down Cardinals Plans with #4 Pick
March 21, 2024 17:13 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans!!! Walter is joined today by Brett Kollman, the NFL YouTube Guru with years of experience breaking down film and analyzing NFL football (plus years of joining this wonderful Podcast!!) Brett breaks down the Arizona Cardinals options to trade down from Pick #4 with the New York Giants, Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos, or even a double trade down scenario later in the draft. Then, assuming it's 3 Quarterbacks at #1, #2 and #3, what is the pick at #4? A discussion ...
Red Rain Episode 136: Discussing Patriots at #3, Cardinals at #4 with Paul Buker
March 15, 2024 16:20 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fan!! Our favorite Boston Cousin Paul Buker returns to the show to break down the Top of the NFL Draft. If we operate under the assumtion Calen Williams and Jayden Daniels will be Picks #1 and 2 in the NFL Draft, where does that leave #3 and #4 in the Draft, and affect Arizona's chances to land Marvin Harrison Jr or a Top WR/TE in this class. Where do things stand for the Patriots and Cardinals Receiving rooms after Free Agency, and where things stand for both teams ad...
Red Rain Episode 135: Marvin Harrison Jr, Rome Odunze, and Notes from the Wild World of NFL Combine
March 06, 2024 17:27 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter and Kyle return to discuss the NFL Draft Combine, and Marvin Harrison Jr vs Rome Odunze's Week at the Combine. Plus, what direction the Cardinals offense is going to go based on Kyler Murray's health, and the personnel packages that Drew Petzing plans to run as Offensive Coordinator. Plus, a conversation around the depth of this year's WR Class, why Hollywood Brown might be redundant compared to picking multiple skill position players, and why Walter is ho...
Red Rain Episode 134: Cardinals' Combine Chirpings + Analyzing Arizona’s 2024 NFLPA Report Card
February 28, 2024 18:14 - 1 hour - 71 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans!! Walter returns in the midst of the NFL Scouting Combine to talk about the Arizona Cardinals Chirpings around the Draft. First, the strange Kyler Murray or Bo Nix saga led to the Cardinals posting about Kyler Murray QB1. Then, a conversation about the Cardinals looking at Offense with both of their two 1st Round Picks, looking for WR/TE with Pick #4 and Offensive Tackle with Pick #27. Then, diving into Kyle Odegard's silly 'decoder' story on Monti Ossenfort and J...
Red Rain Episode 133: Why Monti Will Trade Down From #4 Pick
February 21, 2024 16:35 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns for another fantastic episode where we officially jump into NFL Draft Season!!! Walter discusses what directions the Chicago Bears, Washington Commanders and New England Patriots will go in the NFL Draft, which could set the table for an Arizona Cardinals trade down from Pick #4 for the 2nd year in a row during the NFL Draft. Plus, why Walter views Brock Bowers, Marvin Harrison Jr and Malik Nabers as equal prospects in the NFL Draft, and where his ...
Red Rain Episode 132: Marcos Labrada’s Arizona Cardinals Offseason Plan
February 13, 2024 08:02 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter and Kyle are joined by Marcos Labrada from the Red Bird Reboot Podcast. We take a deep dive into Marcos' Offseason Plan for the Cardinals, beginning with Michael Bidwill taking a step back as the team President and sole decision maker at the top of the organization after a tumultuous decade and, more specifically, the last two years in Arizona. Plus, what will come of Jonathan Gannon and Monti Ossenfort over the coming years. Then, Marcos dives into the im...
Red Rain Episode 131: Cardinals Free Agent Competition, Budda Baker's Trade? + Senior Bowl Prospects
February 07, 2024 18:34 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns during Super Bowl week to discuss how the Cardinals may or may not be able to attract big name free agents this offseason, in particular on the defensive interior with players like Christian Wilkins and Grover Stewart. Then, a conversation about Budda Baker's future with the Cardinals, since he has no more guaranteed money on his contract and there haven't been many extension talks between him and the Cardinals. Walter and Kyle discuss the Cardinal...
Red Rain Episode 130: How 1 Game Can Be a Game Changer
January 31, 2024 17:22 - 1 hour - 63.3 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans!! Walter returns following the AFC and NFC Championship Games with a conversation about some of the games that changed the course of fate. Walter tells the story of his Dad during his Baseball Pitching career, and how one more games changed the way his sporting and coaching career began. Then, a story of Kliff Kingsbury vs Kyler Murray in 2018 that would change the course of history for both men, and ultimately may have brought the two of them together in Arizona....
Red Rain Episode 129: Kyler Murray's Rise, Fall, Potential Rennaissance in Arizona
January 24, 2024 17:23 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans!!!! Today, Walter returns to discuss the 5-year journey of Kyler Murray's career with the Arizona Cardinals, and look at where things stand right now with Kyler, the Cardinals Organization, and how the last 8 weeks of the season gave us some clues into where Kyler is looking to next season. Plus, discussion about the 2015, 2021, and 2023 season finales against the Seahawks, the 2022 Philadelphia Eagles matchup as a turning point in the "fall" of Kyler Murray, and...
Red Rain Episode 128: Kyle 'Lil' Rock' Ledbetter's Cardinals Offseason Plan
January 17, 2024 17:34 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Today, our intrepid producer Kyle Ledbetter has completed Walter's Challenge, and compiled an extensive plan for how the Arizona Cardinals should go about this offseason. We break down the Cardinals Coaching Staff Possibilities and Pre-Free-Agency decisions around roster cuts, contract restructures, and players to trade. Then, the Cardinals should pool their free agent resources to go big fish hunting for one particular impact defensive player.... Plus, Free Agen...
Red Rain Episode 127: SEA 21 ARI 20: Looking at Cardinals Biggest 2024 Decisions
January 08, 2024 16:46 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns following the Final Game of the Arizona Cardinals 2023 regular season. The Cardinals thoroughly outplayed, out gained, and won time of possession vs the Seattle Seahawks, yet two missed Field Goals ended up leading to a 20-21 defeat and an 0-6 record against the NFC West for the season. After breaking down some of the game, Walter discusses some of the key decisions for the Cardinals heading into 2024, in particular how to structure the Front Offic...
Red Rain Episode 126: ARI 35 PHI 31: Cards Drew Hands Full of Aces in Philly
January 01, 2024 19:08 - 1 hour - 53.9 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. It's VICTORY MONDAY on the First Day of 2024, as the Arizona Cardinals pulled off the biggest upset of the season against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 17!! Walter breaks down the Drew Petzing Offense putting together a magnum opus performance for the season in the 2nd Half, including 4 touchdown drives in 4 possessions, a two-point conversion, and outrushing the Eagles offense by 130 yards in the game. Plus, the Cardinals defense has some strategic stops, Jona...
Red Rain Episode 125: SF 45 ARI 29: The Fantastic and the Unacceptable
December 18, 2023 16:45 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns following a bye week of rest and recovery to break down the Arizona Cardinals defeat against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday in Arizona. Walter discusses the fantastic first drive of the game, and subsequent offensive successes during the game, including Trey McBride setting the Franchise record for receptions in a season, and the Cardinals rushing for nearly 200 yards against the 49er defense. Then, a discussion about defensive breakdowns for th...
Red Rain Episode 124: ARZ 24 PIT 10: Strong Win Amidst Monsoon and Epic Football Odyssey
December 04, 2023 16:48 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBHappy Victory Monday Cardinals fans!!! Walter returns to discuss the impressive, wire to wire victory from the Arizona Cardinals in Pittsburgh, over 4 1/2 hours due to multiple lightning delays!! We break down the defense's best performance of the season, and the interior defensive line with Kevin Strong Jr, Roy Lopez and Dante Stills IV stepping up to stuff the Steelers at the Goal Line. Then, a conversation about Kyler Murray's passing mechanics during the 99-yard TD Drive at the end of the...
Red Rain Episode 123: LAR 37 ARZ 14: Gannon and Murray No Match for NFC West
November 27, 2023 17:55 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBWelcome back Cardinals Fans. Walter returns following the Arizona Cardinals blowout loss against the Los Angeles Rams, falling to 0-4 vs the NFC West with an average margin of defeat of 17 Points. Walter discusses the lack of defensive development as the Cardinals rank 31st in the NFL in Defensive DVOA, and the lack of development among the young players on the team. Plus, Jonathan Gannon is put under the microscope and evaluated following the Rams Offense putting up their biggest offensive o...
Red Rain Episode 122: ARI 16 HOU 21: Tantalizing Decisions Ahead For Cardinals
November 20, 2023 17:36 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns after the Arizona Cardinals defeat against the Houston Texans 21-16, breaking down the Offensive Shortcomings in the 4th Quarter of this game. Walter breaks down some of Kyler's inconsistencies throughout the game and the decision the Arizona Cardinals will need to make in the evaluation process over these final 6 games of the season. Plus, Greg Dortch has a breakout performance after Walter clamoring for more Dortch all season, Hollywood Brown str...
Red Rain Episode 121: ATL 23 ARZ 25: Very Murray Return for Arizona Cardinals
November 13, 2023 16:46 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBHappy Victory Monday Cardinals fans!! Kyler Murray made his first start in over 320 days, and led Arizona on a 2 minute drill to beat the Atlanta Falcons and get Arizona to 2-8!! Walter discusses Kyler and Trey McBride evolving connection throughout the game, the 3rd and 10 Scrambling Conversion to keep the game alive, and the Offense changing from Joshua Dobbs to Clayton Tune now to Kyler. Additionally, conversation about the Defensive Formations vs the Falcons, BJ Ojulari and Dennis Gardeck...
Red Rain Episode 120: ARI 0 CLE 27: Will Gannon Deliver on Kyler Murray??
November 06, 2023 17:34 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns following a wild week for the Arizona Cardinals, going from Joshua Dobbs being traded to the Minnesota Vikings, to the Clayton Tune vs Kyler Murray conversation started by Jonathan Gannon, to being shut out 27-0 on Sunday with Tune as Quarterback. Then, the conversation turns to Kyler Murray's Impending return on Sunday, why Jonathan Gannon and the Coaching Staff have a lot riding on Kyler's success over the coming weeks, and MORE!!! Follow Walter ...
Red Rain Episode 119: Talking Trades and ARI/CLE Preview with Barry Shuck
October 31, 2023 16:45 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. It's a Very Busy Week, so Walter has called in our friend Barry Shuck from SBNation's Dawgs By Nature to break down three big events. First, the news that the Arizona Cardinals will be benching Joshua Dobbs in exchange for Clayton Tune, one week before Kyler Murray is expected to return as the starting Quarterback for Week 10. Second, today is the Trading Deadline, so Walter, Barry, and Kyle are concocting some of the biggest trade deadline targets for the Arizon...
Red Rain Episode 118: Which Players AZ Cardinals Should Trade or Keep for 2024
October 23, 2023 17:05 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns following another Arizona Cardinals loss, this time at the hands of the Seattle Seahawks 20-10. Instead of breaking down the game, Walter takes a look at the bigger picture, with the NFL Trade Deadline 8 days away and some long-term decisions about the direction of the rebuild needing to be made. Going position by position, we evaluate which players will be leaving after this year, which players are hoping for good value in trades at the deadline, ...
Red Rain Episode 117: ARI 9 LAR 26: Questions About JG, Kyler, Dobbs, DJ, Zaven (Week 6 Notes)
October 16, 2023 16:55 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns following the Arizona Cardinals defeat against the Los Angeles Rams, feeling irked by a couple decisions by the coaching staff to leave Kei'Trel Clark on an island against Cooper Kupp. Then, Joshua Dobbs above average start to the season has turned to a dud over the last two weeks, and the Cardinals have time to make a change with another 3-4 weeks before Kyler is set to return. Also, reshaping the Offensive Line to better adjust to Paris Johnson J...
Red Rain Episode 116: CIN 34 ARI 20: Cardinals Disguised As Crows, Play Like Lame Ducks in Pass Coverage (Week 5 Notes)
October 09, 2023 16:46 - 1 hour - 74.8 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns following the Arizona Cardinals 34-20 loss against the Cincinnati Bengals at home, and some burning topics about the Defensive struggles. Walter breaks out the X's and O's to discuss how recievers like Ja'Marr Chase, Brandon Aiyuk, and Jalin Hyatt have been picking apart the Cardinals Free Safeties and Zone Defense Schemes. Plus, Emari Demercado stepping up for the injured James Connor, Kei'Trel Clark and Michael Wilson's disappearing act, and MORE...
Red Rain Episode 115: ARI 16 SF 35: Dobbs Delivers Despite Defensive Doldrums (Week 4 Game Notes)
October 02, 2023 16:28 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns following Arizona's predictable Defeat against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Kyle Ledbetter was LIVE at the game in Santa Clara, and he's got thoughts and notes from the game off the top of the show. Then, a conversation about the Cardinals Offense, which rushed for 100 yards vs the #1 Run Defense in the NFL, had Michael Wilson's First 2 NFL Touchdowns, and saw Joshua Dobbs go 28/41 for 265 yards, 2 TDs, 0 INTs, and an above average 102.2 Pass...
Red Rain Episode 114: DAL 16 ARI 28: How 'BOUT Them Cardinals (Week 3 Notes)
September 25, 2023 15:52 - 58 minutes - 45.2 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans!! It's the First Victory Monday since November 2022, after the NFL's 32nd Ranked Arizona Cardinals beat the NFL's #1 Ranked Dallas Cowboys in the biggest upset of the NFL Season!!! Walter returns to discuss the Cardinals defense standing tall against the Dallas Cowboys offense, particularly in the Red Zone with Jaylen Thompson, Victor Dimukeje, Zaven Collins and MORE!!! Plus, the Arizona Cardinals offense had so many innovative ideas this week, where was this the ...
Red Rain Episode 113: NYG 31 ARI 28: From Sheer Ecstasy to Helpless Agony (Week 2 Notes)
September 18, 2023 16:03 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns to break down the chaotic and exciting Home Opener against the New York Giants. Walter discusses the Offensive Explosion in the 1st Half, including big plays from Michael Wilson, Ertz/McBride TE Duo, Josh Dobbs, and the Jaylen Thompson Interception. Then, a breakdown of where things were shaky in the 2nd Half, the Giants Big-Play Offense with Hyatt, Slayton and Daniel Jones, and the ultimate 28-7 collapse to lose the game 31-28. Finally, Walter and...
Red Rain Episode 112: WAS 20 ARI 16: Cards Fumble Away Near Victory in Week 1
September 11, 2023 17:17 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter is back following the Cardinals first regular season football game in 8 months!! We discuss the Defense forcing turnovers against Washington's Sub-Par offense, Joshua Dobbs appearing to have a fumbling problem, plus assessing Nick Rallis' first game as an NFL Offensive Coordinator. Plus, the Defense Forces a bunch of turnovers that lead to 10 Points against Washington!! Finally, a conversation on DJ Humphries against Washington, a QB conundrum the Arizona ...
Red Rain Episode 111: Cardinals Roster Analysis, Mike Florio Drama, Lombardi Prediction on Kyler, Steve Wilks Testifying in McDonough Arbitration
August 31, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Now that the Arizona Cardinals 53 Man Roster is set, Walter breaks down the most significant stories for each position group, including the Josh Dobbs and Clayton Tune Week 1 Starter Conversation. Then, a conversation about Mike Florio and his disdain amongst Cardinals fans for reporting on the Cardinals tanking and Jonathan Gannon's Punishment for Tampering. Then, Mike Lombardi lays out the path forward financially for Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals, whe...
Red Rain Episode 110: KC 38 ARI 10: Concerns About Colt, Isaiah, Gannon
August 21, 2023 20:53 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns following the Cardinals getting shellacked by Kansas City during preseason Game #2. Today's Podcast discusses the quagmire situation at Quarterback with Colt McCoy getting set to retire, potentially taking snaps away from Clayton Tune and a roster spot from David Blough. Plus, Isaiah Simmons transition to Free Safety hasn't been going quite as smoothly for the Cardinals. Finally, Walter is not impressed with Jonathan Gannon for a number of reasons,...
Red Rain Episode 109: ARI 18 DEN 17: In-Depth Preseason Game Analysis with PFF Grades
August 14, 2023 16:47 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. And Welcome Back Cardinals Football!!! Walter is back following Arizona's First Preseason Game against the Denver Broncos, and brings every player's PFF Grades to the table to break down the best performances, notable moments from the game, and where there's room for improvement. Plus, we get the BREAKING News Zach Ertz has been cleared for all Football Activity LIVE on the Show, and Walter discusses the problems with the Arizona Cardinals grass field, denial fro...
Red Rain Episode 108: How Clayton Tune to Greg Dortch Could Be as Special as Tune to Tank Dell
August 02, 2023 16:29 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. With Cardinals Training Camp in Full Swing, Walter returns to discuss the developments of the QB Position with Rookie Clayton Tune, as well as WR Greg Dortch looking like a #2 WR for the team, and the possible connection between the two. Plus, Jonathan Gannon kicking players out of practice for fighting, Isaiah Simmons moving into the secondary, Budda Baker getting a bonus on his contract to return to camp, and MORE!!! Finally, what is the Cornerback Room looking...
Red Rain Episode 107: How Cardinals Fans Voted on Questions Regarding Kyler Murray's Mindset, Return, and Fit in New Offense
July 17, 2023 16:39 - 1 hour - 67.8 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns to discuss some polls to the fans about Kyler Murray. We converse about his rehab from a Torn ACL, the comments Kyler made in an interview last week prior to training camp, and when Kyler might return from injury. Plus, how Kyler will adapt to the Drew Petzing Offense, how his closest confidants might advise his return, and the possibility of Kyler not playing during the 2023 season. Finally, DeAndre Hopkins signing with the Tennessee Titans, JJ Wa...
Red Rain Episode 106: Who is More 'Coach Bro:' Kliff or JG?? + Thoughts on Florio, Caleb Williams, Kyler, and Budda
June 29, 2023 16:39 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns from Vacation and Arizona Cardinals Mandatory Minicamp to discuss Jonathan Gannon's Coaching Style after his first 2 months with the team post-NFL Draft, and the decision to start Training Camp later than almost every NFL team. Plus, looking at Mike Florio's Comments on the Gannon and Ossenfort Tampering violations. Finally, a conversation about Caleb Williams and his list of no-no teams, Kyler Murray's Rehab, and an update on the Budda Baker contr...
Red Rain Episode 105: Why Budda and Kyler Can Not Coexist in Arizona??
June 01, 2023 16:32 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. As OTAs have gotten underway for the Cardinals, Walter discusses the Budda Baker contract situation, and where things stand with Kyler Murray getting his first full OTA of his career, as he recovers from ACL Surgery. Additionally, the hopes that Budda Baker will emerge as a face of the team for years to come, with a new contract into his 30s. Plus, a conversation about DeAndre Hopkins getting released. Finally, examining Budda Baker's Hall of Fame Chances compare...
Red Rain Episode 104: Kyler's Complicated Conundrum
May 17, 2023 16:40 - 1 hour - 51.7 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns today to discuss the future with Kyler Murray, and taking a nuanced, complicated dive into Kyler's Arizona Cardinals career. Also, a discussion about the end of the Kliff Kingsbury era, some of our feelings around Kyler Murray's rehab, and responding to what Kyler Murray's most difficult challenge is during the 2023 season. You can Vote on our Kyler Murray Poll Here https://www.revengeofthebirds.com/2023/5/9/23716621/video-analysis-should-help-kyle...
Red Rain Episode 103: The Decision That Could Turn Cardinals' Woes into Standing O's
May 09, 2023 17:15 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBWelcome back Cardinals fans. Walter is back to discuss Michael Bidwill's tumultuous tenure as Lead Decision Maker for the Arizona Cardinals, including the mishaps of the Bruce Arians tenure, the Steve Wilks hire, the handling of Steve Keim's DUI, and the Terry McDonough's complaints on the Burner Phones. Why a Decision around Monti Ossenfort and Dave Sears could be the biggest move to help lift the Organization in the Right Direction. Follow Walter on Twitter https://twitter.com/wbjmitch?s=21...
Red Rain Episode 102: Strengths and Player Comps for Cardinals 2023 Draft Picks
May 01, 2023 16:23 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns following a wheeling and dealing first NFL Draft for Monti Ossentfort and Dave Sears. Walter and Kyle break down the strengths for OT Paris Johnson Jr, DT BJ Ojulari, CB Garrett Williams, WR Michael Wilson, IOL Jon Gaines II, QB Clayton Tune, EDGE Owen Pappoe, CB Kei'Trel Clark and DT Dante Sills. Follow Walter on Twitter https://twitter.com/wbjmitch?s=21&t=G8mz5HGYQoYT8uMbj_Kj1g And Follow Revenge of the Birds for more Arizona Cardinals content ht...
Red Rain Episode 101: Will Fans and Sponsors Force Bidwill Out?? Why Cardinals Roster Might Be Better Than People Think??
April 20, 2023 16:17 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns to discuss how you the fans can put pressure on the Arizona Cardinals to push out Michael Bidwill as President of the team. Plus, Walter put together extensive research to discuss the Free Agent Signings of the Arizona Cardinals, and how most people are underestimating how much experience the Cardinals have added on the team over the past 4 weeks. Follow Walter on Twitter https://twitter.com/wbjmitch?s=21&t=G8mz5HGYQoYT8uMbj_Kj1g And Follow Revenge...
Red Rain Episode 100: Bidwill's In Serious Trouble
April 11, 2023 18:51 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns for the 100th Episode of the Red Rain Podcast talking about fallout from the Arizona Cardinals response to Terry McDonough's Arbitration Claim, and Ron Minegar's Resignation letter that cosigns the details brought forth by McDonough of Michael Bidwill's harassment, bitter temper and Bidwill's tendencies to "talk down to almost everyone... become arrogant and condescending." https://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2023/04/10/former-cardinals-executive...
Red Rain Episode 99: The Two Faces of Michael Bidwill
April 05, 2023 16:16 - 1 hour - 55 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns following the Grievance filed by Ex-Cardinals VP Terry McDonough detailing with evidence of racial and gender-based harassment, bullying, and cheating by Arizona Cardinals Owner Michael Bidwill. We discuss the details, the 21 Paragraph Manifesto Arizona responded with, and look back at the character smearing of Steve Wilks on his way out after One Year as Arizona Head Coach. Plus, where this story and details may go from here. Follow Walter on Twit...
Red Rain Episode 98: Hopkins Trade Watch, Cardinals Offensive Line Plan, Isaiah Simmons Lamar Jackson
March 29, 2023 16:23 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns to discuss the ongoing DeAndre Hopkins situation, where the Arizona Cardinals aren't finding the right combination of players and picks to agree to trade Hopkins and pay some of his contract. Plus, conversation about where the Cardinals go with the Offensive Line over the coming weeks leading up to the NFL Draft, possible scenarios where the Cardinals are drafting with Pick #6 or #7, and Isaiah Simmons 5th Year Option Decision. Finally, Kyle and Wa...
Red Rain Episode 97: Is the Cardinals Pre Draft Free Agency Over???
March 20, 2023 15:54 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. With very little news on the Arizona Cardinals Free Agency Front, Walter returns to talk about the couple players Arizona brought in and resigned, plus the plethora of players that have signed with other teams, including Zach Allen. Then, a conversation about the Cardinals not spending their available cap space, and where they might go over the next week among remaining options. Finally, Walter has a Mock Draft 1.0 to share with a trade down with the Indianapolis...
Red Rain Episode 96: Marcos Labrada Joins to Talk Kyler Murray
March 09, 2023 17:48 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter Mitchell is joined by Marcos Labrada of AZSports Underground to talk about Kyler Murray. Walter and Marcos react to Kelvin Beachum's comments on Arizona Sports, discuss the narratives that don't paint Kyler in a positive light, and work through where the Arizona Cardinals relationship goes from here. You can follow Marcos' writing with the link below https://azsportsunderground.com and Follow Revenge of the Birds for more Arizona Cardinals content https://...
Red Rain Episode 95: Eagles Today Writer Ed Kracz Gives Insight on Jonathan Gannon, Ralis, and Eagles-Cardinals Free Agent Connections
March 01, 2023 17:07 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBWelcome back Cardinals fans. Walter is joined by a special guest this week: Ed Kracz, Philadelphia Eagles Writer for Sports Illustrated's Eagles Today. Ed talks about Jonathan Gannon's defensive schemes and tendencies during his two seasons as Philadelphia's Defensive Coordinator. Ed also talks about Nick Ralis, the role for Isaiah Simmons, Jalen Hurts and Hasson Reddick. Plus, Ed talks about the Philadelphia Eagles impending free agents, including CJ Gardner Johnson, Fletcher Cox, James Brad...
Red Rain Episode 94: Cards Have Key Free Agent Connections
February 23, 2023 17:38 - 1 hour - 54.6 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns to break down many of the Arizona Cardinals youthful assistant coaching hires, including 29-year-old Nick Rallis as the defensive play caller. Plus, with the General Manager and Coaching staff in place, who are some free agents the Arizona Cardinals could bring in with connections to this coaching staff??? Plus, how will Arizona proceed with DeAndre Hopkins, and how can they reinvent the Wide Reciever room if Hopkins gets moved? Follow Revenge of t...
Red Rain Episode 93: Did Bidwill's Dubious HC Search End in a W??
February 17, 2023 18:20 - 1 hour - 94.6 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns to summarize and conclude the wild six week General Manager and Head Coaching search for the Arizona Cardinals, ending on Tuesday with the hire of Eagles Defensive Coordinator Jonathan Gannon as Head Coach. Plus, a discussion of Vance Joseph's contract being retained, then released, one of the final decisions culminating 12 months of Michael Bidwill's mistakes. Finally, a conversation about the Jonathan Gannon introductory press conference. Follow ...
Red Rain Episode 92: Lou Anarumo Is Top Choice
February 08, 2023 17:11 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBWelcome back, Cardinals fans. Walter returns to discuss Brian Flores opting to take the offer in hand and become the Minnesota Vikings Defensive Coordinator. Walter talks about the final two candidates, Lou Anarumo and Mike Kafka, and why Anarumo should be the next coach by the end of the week. Walter discusses the 'elephants in the room' in Arizona that are dragging out this coaching search, particularly Vance Joseph and Kyler Murray. Plus, conversations including Dan Quinn, Monti Ossenfort,...