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Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk

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Southwest Bias with Espo is the daily Arizona sports podcast that pulls no punches. Every weekday at 11AM, host Espo breaks down the hottest topics in Arizona sports with takes you won"t hear anywhere else. From the Arizona Diamondbacks chasing another World Series run, to the Phoenix Suns rebuilding, the Arizona Cardinals fighting for relevance, and everything in between — Southwest Bias covers it all with passion, humor, and zero filter. If you bleed Arizona sports, this is your show. 🐍🏀🏈⚾ New

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00:27:54

Could This ONE Thing Sink Mike LaFleur’s First Season...

Southwest Bias - Daily Arizona Sports Talk ·

2026/06/12

#ArizonaCardinals #CardinalsNews #NFL #BirdGang #JonathanGannon #MikeLaFleur #NFLNews #ArizonaSports #SouthwestBias #nfltrainingcampMike LaFleur hasn't coached a regular season game for the Arizona Cardinals yet, but there may already be one issue that could determine whether his first year is a success or a disappointment. The Cardinals made major changes this offseason, but one thing has been the talk of OTAs and mini camp. No matter how creative the scheme is or how talented the roster looks

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00:31:48

BREAKING: Cardinals Cancel Mandatory Practice Amid...

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2026/06/10

The Arizona Cardinals and head coach Mike LaFluer have found themselves in the middle of unnecessary drama.The Jacoby Brissett situation has sparked plenty of discussion around the Cardinals, but the person who may be feeling the impact the most isn't a quarterback—it's head coach Mike LaFleur. As Arizona continues to shape its offense and prepare for the future, questions remain about how much this situation is affecting the team's ability to fully install and evaluate LaFleur's vision. On

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00:31:01

Ja Morant Trade Would Be Phoenix Suns BIGGEST MISTAKE...

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2026/06/09

The idea of the Phoenix Suns trading for Ja Morant has become one of the hottest debates of the NBA offseason. On the surface, adding one of the league's most electrifying talents next to Devin Booker sounds like a move that could immediately raise the Suns' ceiling. But would it actually solve Phoenix's biggest problems—or create even bigger ones?On this episode of Southwest Bias, Espo shares why the growing Ja Morant-to-Phoenix speculation seems ridiculous and why the former All-NBA guard would

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00:29:12

BREAKING: Jacoby Brissett’s Cardinals Holdout Is...

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2026/06/08

After missing time during the Arizona Cardinals’ offseason program, Jacoby Brissett is back with the team to start mandatory mini camp. But now that the “holdout” has ended, the biggest question remains: **what was actually gained from it?** On this episode of **Southwest Bias**, Espo breaks down Brissett’s return, what it means for the Cardinals’ quarterback room, and whether the veteran QB accomplished anything by staying away. We’ll also discuss how this situation impacts the competition

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00:30:36

Everyone Is Missing THIS About The Arizona Cardinals...

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2026/06/05

The Arizona Cardinals are entering 2026 with some of the lowest expectations in the NFL—but are there some positives that could actually make them a surprise?On this edition of Southwest Bias, Espo tries to find the positives in what has been a bleak offseason. The defense was so injury plagued in 2025 that it’s hard to judge if they’re really the team that gave up a franchise record 500+ points or a respectable NFL unit. While much of the conversation surrounding the Cardinals focuses on where

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00:28:50

Are the Cardinals Really the NFL's Worst Team?

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2026/06/04

The Arizona Cardinals are being ranked dead last by many NFL analysts heading into the 2026 season—but do they actually deserve to be the NFL's worst-ranked team? One prominent outlet doesn’t think so.On this episode of Southwest Bias, Espo breaks down the perception of the Arizona Cardinals locally and nationally. While Arizona has plenty of questions to answer, there may be several reasons why ranking them 32nd is a mistake at least according to the computers. Are the Cardinals truly the worst

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00:32:00

Did Marvin Harrison Jr. Just REVEAL His Choice for...

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2026/06/03

Did Marvin Harrison Jr. just reveal how he really feels about Carson Beck and Jacoby Brissett?The Arizona Cardinals star wide receiver recently shared his thoughts at OTAs on Tuesday about rookie quarterback Carson Beck and his comments about the rookie and Jacoby Brissett have Cardinals fans talking. As Marvin Harrison Jr. enters a crucial season, many are wondering whether Beck is the franchise quarterback Arizona has been looking for and if he can help elevate MHJ’s game to the level we all

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00:33:25

The NFC West Is Loading Up... And The Cardinals Are...

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2026/06/02

The NFC West is getting stronger with the Rams adding Myles Garrett, but are the Arizona Cardinals falling behind?On this episode of Southwest Bias, Espo breaks down the latest Arizona Cardinals controversy involving Jacoby Brissett contract issue and why many fans are questioning the direction of the franchise. While the San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Rams, and Seattle Seahawks continue making moves to improve, are the Cardinals simply embarrassing fans or do they have an actual plan? Is

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00:36:19

Every Phoenix Suns Fan Is Getting This Wrong

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2026/06/01

Are Phoenix Suns fans really supposed to hate Victor Wembanyama just because of the team’s history with the Spurs? That idea feels so antiquated. Tim Duncan, Bruce Brown, Robert Horry and Coach Popovich are long gone from being part of the team. With the Suns out, who cares who wins. In the NBA Finals, all fans should be rooting for exciting, competitive basketball because the result doesn’t matter anymore. On this edition of Southwest Bias, Espo breaks down why he feels enjoying the Finals is

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00:28:23

EXCLUSIVE: Catching Up With The Voice of the Suns Jon...

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2026/05/30

The voice of the Phoenix Suns Jon Bloom stopped by to talk about his journey to being the team's radio play by play guy, what he learned from the hall of famer Al McCoy and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:28:24

Mat Ishbia Was RIGHT… NBA Tanking Is Finally DEAD 👀🔥

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2026/05/29

Mat Ishbia made his stance on NBA tanking VERY clear and the Phoenix Suns approach to it — tanking is for losers. 👀🔥 At the time, plenty of NBA fans criticized Ishbia’s comments and questioned whether his aggressive approach could actually work in today’s league. But now? The NBA itself has finally taken steps to end tanking with new rules, lottery changes, and a greater emphasis on competition and parity across the league. In this video, we break down: Why Mat Ishbia has always been against

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00:31:26

The Cardinals Have a Josh Sweat Problem… Should They...

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2026/05/28

The Arizona Cardinals may have a BIGGER Josh Sweat problem than fans realize. 👀🔥With Sweat absent from OTAs and reports previously surfacing that he wanted out after Jonathan Gannon was fired, the Cardinals could be facing a major culture-defining decision heading into the future. Is keeping Josh Sweat helping this team… or holding back what they’re trying to build? In this video, we break down: - Why Josh Sweat’s OTA absence matters - The reported trade request situation after Jonathan

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00:45:02

The Media’s FAKE Suns Trade Rumors Are Getting TOXIC… ☢️

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2026/05/27

Some of these “rumored” Phoenix Suns trades are simply absurd! 👀🔥On this episode of Southwest Bias, Espo breaks down the latest Suns trade national media “rumors” and why some proposed offseason moves could completely derail Phoenix’s future. From risky roster decisions to questionable trade packages, we look at which rumors actually help the Suns — and which ones could ruin the offseason before it even begins. We discuss: 🏀 The rumored trades Suns fans should be VERY worried about 🏀

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00:32:33

The Cardinals Need to Name Carson Beck or Gardner...

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2026/05/26

The Arizona Cardinals’ quarterback competition hasn’t even started but it’s time for it to end. The Cardinals need to name a starting QB between Gardner Minshew and Carson Beck to send a message to Jacoby Brissett. 👀🏈In this video, we break down why Arizona may benefit from making a decision sooner rather than later, what Carson Beck’s development means for the future of the franchise, whether Gardner Minshew gives the Cardinals the best chance to win right now and how both stop the most

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00:30:25

Can Mark Williams FIX the Phoenix Suns? 👀🔥

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2026/05/22

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00:36:12

The Arizona Cardinals Are Selling HOPE With Carson...

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2026/05/21

The Arizona Cardinals are pushing a new era of hope — and Carson Beck is suddenly right at the center of it as well as their new training facility. But after years of inconsistency, roster questions, and unmet expectations… are Cardinals fans actually buying in this time? 👀🔥On today’s episode, Espo breaks down why the Cardinals are betting big on the future, what Carson Beck could mean for the franchise moving forward, and whether Arizona finally has a real plan fans can believe in. Is this

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00:29:06

Phoenix Suns Can’t Keep Building This Team Out of...

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2026/05/20

The Phoenix Suns can’t keep making decisions based on fear of the rest of the Western Conference 👀🔥Every offseason, teams look around at contenders like OKC, Denver, Minnesota, and others trying to figure out how to “keep up.” But what if that mindset is exactly what’s holding the Suns back? In this episode, we break down: - Why building a roster out of fear is a dangerous strategy 👀 - How the Suns can’t overreact to the rest of the West - Why chasing matchups instead of identity can

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00:31:47

Jacoby Brissett’s NO-SHOW Could Be a HUGE Win for the...

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2026/05/19

Jacoby Brissett’s OTA absence is making headlines… but could it actually be a blessing in disguise for the Arizona Cardinals? 👀🏈 In this episode, Espo breaks down why Brissett staying away from OTAs may open the door for Carson Beck to gain valuable reps, build chemistry, and accelerate his development heading into the season. Could this unexpected situation actually help Arizona’s future at quarterback? We dive into: - Jacoby Brissett’s OTA absence and what it means - Why this could benefit

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00:28:30

What Happened Between Devin Booker, the Suns & the...

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2026/05/18

Some Phoenix Suns fans are frustrated. Some are exhausted. And some have reached the point where they believe trading Devin Booker is the answer 👀🔥 But what if this conversation says more about modern fandom than it does about Booker himself? In this episode, we break down: Why some Suns fans have grown disconnected from the team How expectations around Devin Booker have changed over the years Why frustration has turned into calls for massive changes 👀 And whether fans have started to lose

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00:33:21

Arizona Cardinals Schedule Release Was BAD And Then...

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2026/05/15

The Arizona Cardinals finally dropped their 2026 schedule… but fans might be talking more about the release video than the actual games 👀🏈In this episode, Espo breaks down: The toughest stretches on the Cardinals schedule Why the schedule release video is getting roasted online Fan reactions across social media What this means for Arizona heading into the season The Cardinals have the worst schedule release of the year? Or are fans overreacting? Let me know in the comments ⬇️ 0:00 - The

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