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On this episode of Locked On Cardinals, Alex Clancy finally delivers the Robert Saleh deep dive that’s been promised all week, joined by longtime friend and Locked On 49ers host Brian Peacock. The show starts with some banter about the winding road to recording this episode—including unexpected coaching news that caused multiple delays—and quickly shifts focus to whether Saleh would be a good fit for the Arizona Cardinals’ head coaching vacancy.
Brian Peacock provides insight into Saleh’s time as a defensive coordinator with the San Francisco 49ers, highlighting his stabilizing impact, ability to develop overlooked talent (especially linebackers), and the trademark “violent” style he expects from his players. The discussion explores how Saleh’s straightforward defensive scheme has succeeded—even when dealing with injuries and patchwork lineups—and the coach’s leadership qualities that make players want to run through a wall for him.
The episode doesn’t shy away from the potential downsides either, with Brian Peacock emphasizing that Saleh’s hands-off approach to offense and quarterback development was a major issue during his Jets tenure. They discuss the risks of hiring a defensive-minded head coach when the offensive side of the ball—and especially the quarterback position—still desperately needs direction and growth. Alex Clancy presses for specific schematic weaknesses as well, drilling into how Saleh’s defenses can be quite static and reliant on a strong front four to generate pressure.
The conversation closes with a debate over whether Saleh would truly be the right hire for the Cardinals given their current roster construction, the state of the NFC West, and the need for stability and player development.
This episode is a deeply insightful coaching breakdown, exploring not just Saleh’s X’s and O’s, but his leadership style, locker room impact, and overall fit for a franchise at a crossroads. It’s a can’t-miss episode for Cardinals fans and anyone following the NFL coaching carousel. Let’s discuss.
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