Arizona Cardinals Offense Looked BOOSTED on Day 1 with Pads On

Alex Clancy breaks down the Arizona Cardinals' early training camp storylines, highlighting how the offense already looks improved with Jacoby Brissett under center. He dives into Marvin Harrison Jr.’s early performance, the chemistry developing among the key pass-catchers, and why the offensive line—and not the running backs—will be the biggest factor in the run game's progression. Alex Clancy explains the challenges of implementing a new outside zone scheme and the adjustments required for both the running back committee featuring Jeremiyah Love, Tyler Allgeier, and James Conner, as well as the blockers up front, including evolving roles for Chase Bisontis and Isaiah Adams. The conversation shifts to the upbeat vibe around the defense with players like Walter Nolen, Max Melton, and Budda Baker making plays, but also acknowledges growing pains and the unproven status of many defenders. Alex Clancy questions if 2026 could be a "Rallis renaissance" as Nick Rallis, the defensive coordinator, looks to rebound from a disappointing 2025 season and prove the defense can deliver if healthy. He breaks down the extremely tough strength of schedule, speculates on possible coaching futures for both Rallis and GM Monti Ossenfort, and sets the expectation that this year's Cardinals have a low floor but no ceiling—potentially capable of a complete turnaround if all the pieces finally click. Let's discuss.   Photo Credit: Joe Rondone - Imagn Images   Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Join all the action at https://FANDUEL.COM to play Daily Dingers and make your free pick on who’s hitting a homer this MLB season.   KALSHI For a limited time, Download the Kalshi app and use code [LOCKEDON] to get up to $500 in bonus credits when you trade $25. Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/lockedonnfl! #squarepod Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)     Find and follow Locked On Cardinals on your favorite podcast platforms:     Apple https://apple.co/3gzT6Pg Spotify https://spoti.fi/3wsOL7a Audacy https://bit.ly/3xdaqjU Stitcher https://bit.ly/3cFWffn Google https://buff.ly/2yH7WOl Megaphone https://bit.ly/2RUBlC5 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.