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Jet Favre

Published by Doug & Wolf on August 7, 2008 in Show recap. 0 Comments

Here’s what happened Thursday on Doug and Wolf:

* Brett Favre is headed to the New York Jets. Who won the Brett Favre soap opera?

* The D-backs almost had a perfect game pitched against them…by Jeff Karstens.

* Wolf previewed tonight’s Cards game with Reggie Bush and the New Orleans Saints.

Grid Iron Griddle:

John Clayton thinks it’ll be one-and-done for Brett the Jet era.

Guests:

Jeff Rude, Golf Week Magazine: Jeff told us about the atmosphere at the PGA Championship without Tiger Woods.

John Clayton, ESPN NFL Insider: John discussed the Brett Favre trade and the Cardinals’ season outlook.

Derrick Hall, D-backs President: Derrick talked about Dan Haren’s extension and the futures of Brandon Webb and Randy Johnson.

Greg Schulte, Voice of the D-backs: Greg previewed the upcoming series between the D-backs and Braves.

Tomorrow’s Show:

Doug and Wolf broadcasting live at Scottsdale Center for Advanced Micro Dentistry

 
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F-arr-ve to the Buccaneers?

Published by Doug & Wolf on August 6, 2008 in Show recap. 2 Comments

Here’s what happened Wednesday on Doug and Wolf:

Live from Cardinals camp in Flagstaff

* Brett Favre looks like he is headed to Gulf Coast once again, possibly playing with the Bucs.

* Dan Haren signs a 4-year $44 million contract to stay with the team through 2013.

* Who is going to spend more time with the first string offense on Thursday’s pre-season opener: Leinart or Warner?

* Brandon Webb wanted to let the fans know that he still wants to be a D-back and he is not in it for the money.

Grid Iron Griddle:

Brett Favre saga continues along with Garcia possibly not playing in the Bucs pre-season opener.

Guests:

Lance Long, Arizona Cardinals Wide Receiver: Lance talked about how he thinks he is doing in camp and what he needs to do to impress the coaches and get a roster spot on the team.

Tomorrow’s Show:

John Clayton, ESPN NFL Insider at 6:20

Derrick Hall, D-backs President at 7:20

 
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Favre is the Center of the Universe

Published by Doug & Wolf on August 5, 2008 in Show recap. 0 Comments

Here’s what happened Tuesday on Doug and Wolf:

Live from Cardinals camp in Flagstaff

* Brett Favre had a five-and-a-half hour meeting last night. Did he finally figure out what’s up?

* How will Manny Ramirez’s hair affect the NL West race?

* The Cardinals are practicing and preparing for Thursday’s preseason game with the Saints.

* The D-backs offense came to life to finally help Dan Haren.

Grid Iron Griddle:

Ben Patrick, Cardinals Tight End: Ben discussed his emerging role with the team.

Guests:

Greg Schulte, Voice of the D-backs: Greg talked about the team’s 13-7 win against the Pirates and previewed tonight’s game.

Crunk List:

We found out two people who should never be in the same room together again: Les Miles and Snoop Dogg. Come on down Mr. Dogg.

 

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Tomorrow’s Show:

John Clayton, ESPN NFL Insider at 6:20.

Derrick Hall, D-backs President at 7:20.

 
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Monday observations

Published by doug on August 5, 2008 in Column and Doug Franz. 0 Comments

1) Todd Haley can coach. Getting the chance to talk to him on air and private shows me his knowledge of the game and knowledge of the media. Whether it’s fair or not, both aspects are important to be a successful head coach. I think he will be.

2) Clancy Pendergast listens to the show. I think that’s cool.

3) The game of baseball can be so simple to people so talented. The D-backs are starting to figure that out.

4) Remember when Chad Tracy was hot…that’s over now.

5) I watched Costas Now tonight. I think I’m the only one left who likes Costas.

6) So many people like to rip GM’s for the trades they made. How about giving credit to Josh Byrnes for not trading Conor Jackson.

7) I like Flagstaff…I hate missing my daughter’s birthday today.

8) I’m watching the D-backs and Tony Pena just gave up a solo shot on 2 strikes.

9) Buster’s is my favorite Flagstaff restaurant.

10) I live in an RV next to an interstate now. It’s just like my childhood all over again. Of course, this RV is much nicer than the horrible pop-up campers I used to camp in on my trips to AZ in the summer. I have an RV from Kempton’s Travel Town in Mesa. It has two bathrooms and two bedrooms. If you want to come visit, I’m at Munds Park RV resort. If you’re going to practice, honk on your way buy.

There’s something about Brett

Published by Doug & Wolf on August 4, 2008 in Show recap. 0 Comments

Here is what happend Monday on Doug & Wolf:

Doug & Wolf still report from Flagstaff

* The Dodgers are a different team with Manny. Suddenly scoring runs against the D-backs is no longer a problem. It will not be sustained joy for LA though as his contract ends this season. Doug would never sign Manny unless he could get him on a one-year contract. (Which he would never sign) His antics and poor work ethic make him too risky for a multiple year deal.

* Brett Favre will be reporting to camp today for the Packers. How did it all come to this? Reports have trade talks with the Vikings getting more serious. Doug is confident we’ll see him in Minnesota Purple sooner rather than later. If Bretty Boy doesn’t get traded, Wolf is certain he will be the starting QB of the ’08 season. Just throw him out there with an undrafted rookie O-Line. That’s a good way for the Pack to get rid of their Favre troubles, right?

The Grid Iron Griddle

* John Clayton, ESPN NFL Insider, came on to further the Brett Favre conversations. Brett got a presidential greeting in Green Bay today according to Clayton. He also chimed in on the Steve Smith fist fight. Missing the first two games of the season can really affect postseason chances for the Panthers. Although John likes the Flagstaff training camp, he preferred the 4pm-6pm wine tasting festivities that Al Davis and the Raiders offer in Napa Valley.

Other Guests:

* Karlos Dansby, Cardinals MLB: Karlos came on to talk about his contract. He agrees with the deal saying he is worth every penny. He believes he got snubbed from the Pro Bowl last year and knows this will be a monster season for him.

* Greg Schulte, Voice of the D-backs: Greg talked about the 7-3 road trip. Even with the success it feels empty because of the split with the Dodgers. He is looking forward to the upcoming home stand because Webb and Haren are pitching twice. Maybe that can turn around this lack luster feeling.

Tomorrow on Doug and Wolf:

The guys return home to Phoenix and talk with Cards Special Teams Coach Kevin Spencer.

 
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Must Read

Published by doug on August 4, 2008 in Column and Doug Franz. 1 Comment

I don’t know if you give me credit for this blog or not.

When I give you something you’ve got to read does it show my intense work ethic and display how much time I spend researching for my job, or does it show I’m lazy because I didn’t think of writing this myself and I’m putting it on my blog?

I don’t know the answer either. If you’re a Suns fan, you must read this.

Oh Manny!

Published by Doug & Wolf on August 1, 2008 in Show recap. 0 Comments

Here’s what happened Friday on Doug and Wolf:

We are Working for the Weekend

 

* The D-backs did not make a move yesterday before the deadline. Was that a big mistake?

 

* With the Dodgers acquiring Manny, is LA the team to beat in the NL? Doug thinks that Manny will make everyone around him better.

 

* The Favre saga continues. Is he really going to take money to not play? Wolf will lose respect for him if he does.

 

Grid Iron Griddle:

 

*Todd Haley joined us for the Griddle and talked about the QB situation and the rest of the Cardinals.

 

Guests:

 

Greg Schulte, Voice of the D-backs: Greg discussed the big win last night and previewed the Dodgers series.

 

Todd Haley, Cardinals Offensive Coordinator: He knows the team needs to get stronger on offense and work on limiting turnovers.

Keith Law, ESPN MLB Insider: Keith came on to talk about the big winners and losers of the trade deadline.

 

 
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Cardinals training camp

Published by Doug & Wolf on August 1, 2008 in Uncategorized. 0 Comments

Above, Dave Pasch, voice of the Cardinals, with Doug & Wolf.

Calais Campbell with Doug & Wolf.

His name is Ben Patrick

Published by doug on July 31, 2008 in Column and Doug Franz. 2 Comments

After spending my first week at Cardinals Camp, I am officially a fan of Ben Patrick.

When he was drafted, I liked the pick because I had read that he might go late in the 5th but most teams had him on the board as a 6th rounder. The Cardinals got him in the 7th round. I love value picks.

So far at camp, he catches just about everything. Since he was smart enough to be accepted at Duke (he went there before transferring before his Senior year), it seems like he has the offense under control. He always seems to be in the right spot and he’s catching everything.

The problem is size. He’s small for a tight end and slow for a wideout. Football, however, is becoming more and more like basketball. You hear people go small in basketball all the time in an attempt to run a big team out of the gym. Patrick’s size could be an advantage if he can use it against a defense’s weakness.

So far in camp, the linebackers of the Cards can’t guard him. His route running has dramatically improved. He’s eliminated almost all of the wasted motion from last year. I also haven’t seen him drop a catch-able ball, while making some tough catches and one spectacular catch.

What I haven’t seen, yet, is if he has the ability to use his body against safeties and corners. I hope it doesn’t drive you crazy how many KC Chief mentions I make but it’s a major point of reference for me because I learned so much about the game from former players and current coaches who were in the organization and allowed me to be very close to the team. A few years ago, the Chiefs drafted Kris Wilson. I’m hoping this won’t be Ben Patrick’s fate.

Wilson was supposed to be this “tweener” (too fast for LB’s, too strong for CB’s) that would be able to take advantage of his speed and really cause havoc for the defensive front seven. The Chiefs were going to move him all over the line and cause all the LB’s fits on how to guard him in pass patterns. In week 2 of the season, the Chiefs opponent just put their safety on Wilson. Wilson’s career was basically done. He wasn’t physical enough. He didn’t take advantage of the match-up size wise despite being bigger than most DB’s. Instead of physically manhandling the safety at the line, Wilson just ran his route but never had the speed to get away from a safety.

One thing the Cards have that the Chiefs never did while I lived in KC is a pair of great receivers. This might nullify my fear of a defense guarding Patrick with a big corner or a safety because no one will ever worry about Ben Patrick before they have Boldin and Fitzgerald taken care of. With the skill of those two on the outside, I think you’ll be hearing a lot from Patrick.

He might start the season well and then, if one of the receivers gets hurt, suddenly he becomes worthless. He’ll need others to create the mismatch for him. He’s not enough of a threat on his own but I think he’s a great piece.

If he can be physical with safeties and out-run LB’s, I’m going to look pretty smart. If not…

Makin’ Money to Not Play

Published by Doug & Wolf on July 31, 2008 in Show recap. 0 Comments

Here’s what happened Thursday on Doug and Wolf:

 

* The feeling is the D-backs aren’t going to make a move before the trade deadline.

 

* The guys continued the Brett Favre talks and decided Roger Goodells role. Will he be a Viking?

 

* Ken Griffey Jr. will be on the White Sox if he agrees to it. Doug thinks this makes the White Sox the most improved team for the last two months of the season.

 

Grid Iron Griddle:

 

* Brett Favre is being offered 20 million dollars to NOT play football. However, they will trade him in the NFC North as a last resort.

* Yoda almost got the new nick name of “Iney”.

* The guys talked about the Cards first full on pads practice.

 

Crunk List:

 

* A Saratoga Springs race horse named “Arrrrr” recently competed and won in a race. The announcer practically gargled the word “Arrr” repeatedly. Now that’s crunk.

 

Guests:

 

Greg Schulte, Voice of the D-backs: Greg discussed the big win last night and previewed the Dodgers series.

 

Derrick Hall, D-backs President: Derrick came on to discuss the chance of trading Tracy before the deadline and how important the upcoming Dodgers series is.

Jeff Rutledge, Cardinals QB Coach: Jeff talked about Matt and Kurt’s chemistry and previewed the upcoming season.

Tomorrow’s Show:

 

* The guys continue to broadcast from Card’s Training Camp

 
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