Boomer & Gio

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The Jets' firing of Defensive Coordinator Steve Wilks is just the latest move in a disastrous 5-win season for the New York football teams, prompting deep dives into upcoming draft picks and the question of whether coaches should tank or try to win. Boomer believes a Mets blockbuster trade involving Francisco Lindor is coming, while the Knicks are playing for the much-debated NBA Cup tonight. We also break down the surprising Super Bowl odds, hear from Aaron Glenn after the Wilks firing, and reveal a mind-blowing statistic: this will be the first NFL playoffs in 27 years without Mahomes, Brady, or Manning! All that plus musing on a Gruden return and station hijinks.

The Jets' firing of DC Steve Wilks is just the latest move in a disastrous 5-win season for both NY teams, prompting draft pick talk and a debate on why QB drafting does matter. We get the latest update, including the sounds of Kevin Harlan's Steelers call, the scoop on a non-committal Aaron Glenn, and a shocking stat: this is the first NFL playoffs in 27 years without Mahomes, Brady, or Manning!

Why are older Knicks fans so invested in winning the NBA Cup, and why doesn't Gio get it? We cover the firing of Jets DC Steve Wilks—and ask if Aaron Glenn could be next—while hearing from Aaron Rodgers about the Steelers' win. Plus, Joe Benigno is praying for a Knicks NBA Cup loss, and Boomer remains confident the Mets are making significant roster additions!

We're talking AFC contenders and the inevitable: what happens with Mike Tomlin after the Steelers' 'winning season, playoff loss' ritual? Plus, the Sam Darnold-led Seahawks are shocking favorites in the early Super Bowl odds! The Knicks play for the NBA Cup tonight. We dive into the absurdity of trying to cancel "Jingle Bells" and check out sandwiches named after famous Italians. We're havin' fun this hour.

Should the Jets and Giants embrace the tank for a better draft pick, or play to win? We discuss the organization's power to make that choice. Plus, the Knicks face the Spurs tonight in the NBA Cup Championship—but Joe Benigno couldn't care less! We also look into the long-shot chances of Jon Gruden returning to the NFL and debate who should write the ultimate gossip book about the history of WFAN.

Jerry's back but we first wonder when and if that book about the secret FAN history will ever be written. We figure Eddie should write it. We hear a Moment of the Day featuring Joe B and his take on the Knicks and the NBA Cup. It ain't positive.

A caller brings up the point. Boomer doubts it, but never say never.

We have a little fun with Jerry as he mentions he'll be doing the Cowboys-Commanders game on Christmas for Compass Media. We also take a trip into his website and check out the items he's hocking there.

Could the Rams or even Sam Darnold's Seahawks be headed for the Super Bowl? We break down the early odds, including the unexpected favorite matchup of the Rams vs. Bills, and reveal the initial spreads for this weekend's NFL action. Plus, if the Steelers make the playoffs and lose, what is the realistic future for coach Mike Tomlin?

Jerry's back as Joe B "prays" the Knicks lose the Cup. Aaron Glenn addresses the firing of DC Steve Wilks—but could the Jets coach be next? We have the sounds of Aaron Rodgers' big play and his reaction to the 'castoffs' who stepped up for the Steelers. Plus, we hear from Jaxson Dart's girlfriend on her NYC complaints!

Gio wonders why a lot of Knicks fans seem to be really keyed on them winning the NBA Cup. Why?

Jerry's first update features Kevin Harlan calling the Steelers' win over the Dolphins! Plus, Aaron Glenn talks about firing Steve Wilks but remains tight-lipped on who will start at QB this week. And how did Boomer react to the Rangers' tough loss to the Ducks at MSG?

The Jets fired DC Steve Wilks—one of four coaches already canned by the 5-win Giants/Jets—as we look ahead to their top draft picks.

The WFAN team talks through draft scenarios and the firing of defensive coordinator Steve Wilks following the Jets' loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday

The WFAN team is questioning whether or not the Giants should trade the top overall NFL Draft pick after the 21-29 loss to the Washington Commanders on Sunday

This morning unpacks a wild Sunday: The Bills completed a massive 21-point comeback against the Patriots, but the league is reeling from likely torn ACLs for Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons. Jerry delivers updates on the Jets' 48-point embarrassment and the Vikings' win over the Cowboys, while Gio makes a bold Rams Super Bowl lock and debates the price players will demand for an 18-game season. Plus, Boomer makes an AFC title game prediction for the Texans and Broncos, we hear a critical review of JJ McCarthy, dive into the Mets signing Jorge Polanco, and close with the tragic breaking news involving director/actor Rob Reiner and his wife, Michelle.

It was a big NFL Sunday that saw the Bills pull off a comeback thriller against the Pats and the Jets suffer a humiliating 48-point collapse, but the big story is the brutal injury bug hitting two superstars: Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons both went down with likely torn ACLs. Jerry arrives with the Commanders' win over the Giants and the fallout from the Vikings beating the Cowboys, all before the crew reacts to Fernando Mendoza winning the Heisman—and the outrageous social media post from runner-up Diego Pavia.

We dive into the big NFL Sunday stories, from the Bills' miraculous comeback over the Patriots to Trevor Lawrence's 6-TD dismantling of the Jets, plus we salute 44-year-old Philip Rivers for almost pulling off a win after five years of retirement; meanwhile, Gio defends the idea of an 18-game season with two bye weeks, but he's already willing to bet the Rams are making the Super Bowl.

The Chiefs are out of the playoffs, and Gio warns the NFL may regret getting what they wished for; Boomer praises the games of Caleb Williams and Bo Nix, while the Giants' kicking woes continue. Plus, we hear about the looming 'Pink Slips' for coaches, analyze JJ McCarthy's "something wrong" moment, and discuss the drama around Shedeur Sanders—all before tackling the massive Twitter hacking scam and a caller's outrage over seeing Eli Manning out for coffee during a Giants game.

We kick off with the Giants' No. 1 pick dilemma: Trade the pick to keep Jaxson Dart or grab Mendoza? Boomer also shuts down the idea of Mike McCarthy coaching the team. Then, Jerry delivers his final update, highlighting the Jets and Giants' combined 5-23 record with sound from the losing QBs and winning coaches. Plus, we break down the Mets' signing of Jorge Polanco and if Francisco Lindor could be next to go, before closing the hour with the shocking news of the alleged murder of Rob Reiner and his wife.

Jerry's final update reveals the brutal 5-23 combined record for the Giants and Jets. Also, triumphant coach soundbites from the Vikings, Broncos, and Chargers. Plus, we break down the Mets' signing of infielder Jorge Polanco and would they ever trade Francisco Lindor? Finish up with the Moment of the Day as Boomer gets back to the stats packs.

If the Giants land the top pick, we debate if they trade the selection for a haul of picks or take Fernando Mendoza—especially since they love Jaxson Dart! Plus, find out why Boomer says Mike McCarthy is absolutely not the answer for the next Giants head coach.

We started with Jaxson Dart after the game talking about not playing well enough. Aaron Glenn talked about losing big in Jacksonville. The Vikings beat the Cowboys on SNF and JJ McCarthy had a great game. Of McCarthy, Boomer said, ‘there's something wrong with this kid'.

The Chiefs are out of the playoffs for the first time in a decade. Maybe that's not a great thing for the NFL viewer.

Dave Portnoy took to social media to gloat about his Patriots a little too early. Joe Burrow incessantly blaming himself for getting shutout by the Ravens. Sean McVay talked about clinching a playoff spot. Dan Campbell talked about how good the Rams are.

Gio weighs in on the 18-game schedule demands and drops a massive Super Bowl prediction: Why he's almost certain the Rams are heading to the big game!

From the Commanders' victory over the Giants to the Vikings shutting down Dallas on SNF, Jerry dives into every score, including that abysmal 48-point Jets loss.

Recapping a wild NFL Sunday that saw a huge Bills comeback, Philip Rivers' return, a Bengals shutout, and two shocking ACL tears. Also, not a lot for Giants and Jets fans to be excited about.

Boomer & Gio and BT & Sal are all wondering the same thing: why have the Yankees been so quiet this offseason? Plus, Sal suggests Nice Hoerner as a good fit for the Bronx Bombers; a caller asks who will win the World Series first: the Yankees or Mets? And Evan Roberts dives into what the Yankees' selecting a player in the Rule 5 Draft means for the offseason outlook.

Recent comments from Joe Burrow have Boomer & Gio and Evan & Tiki wondering about his future and if the Jets could be in play to pursue the quarterback. Plus, Gio wonders if Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza could be a potential target for the Jets; BT & Sal wonder how the Daniel Jones injury could impact the Jets in the draft, and they react to news Brady Cook will start Week 15 against the Jaguars.

The Mets have taken a wrecking ball to their core, and Evan Roberts is livid with David Stearns and Steve Cohen, while Sal Licata says the organization deserves the benefit of the doubt after letting Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz go. Joe Benigno says the Wilpons would have kept Alonso, and Boomer Esiason declares this offseason "The Great Met Reset."

Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz bolted in consecutive days, leaving Mets fans up in arms at two stars leaving for seemingly reasonable contracts. All of our main shows had heated reactions to the news, ranging from ripping the team to praising the organization for having the guts to shake things up.

Boomer & Gio react to a Mets reset after Edwin Diaz and Pete Alonso sign with other teams. Plus, Gio is tired of the basic takes he keeps hearing from Mets fans; the guys react to the Sherrone Moore situation; Steve Somers joins the program to promote his new book; Boomer reacts to news Quentin Jammer played games drunk and reveals if he ever suspected teammates of playing under the influence; the guys make their Week 15 NFL picks.

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Joe Burrow's cryptic comments about not having fun ignite furious debate on a possible trade to the Jets—but the massive dead cap hit makes a move "no way." The Giants' coaching hunt gets serious with multiple AFC North coaches potentially available, while Boomer compares Jets QB prospect Fernando Mendoza to Trevor Lawrence and argues they must trade up to get him. Hear a furious rant from Todd Bowles who blamed his players for the Bucs' epic collapse, plus the legendary Steve Somers joins us in the studio for his new book, 'Me Here, You There,' and, of course, our NFL Week 15 picks!

Joe Burrow's stunning comments suggest he's ready to bolt the Bengals, but the massive dead cap hit makes a trade "no way". Plus, a furious Todd Bowles ripped his Bucs after a 14-point collapse, AFC North coaches might be available for the Giants, and a deep dive exposes Pete Alonso's surprisingly poor defensive metrics.

Boomer wants the Jets to trade up for a QB, comparing prospect Fernando Mendoza to Trevor Lawrence as the team debates winning-versus-losing for a better pick. The fallout from a controversial Falcons win features an angry Todd Bowles blaming his players, a sad Travis Kelce reflecting on a tough season, and Nick Sirianni firmly answers the idea of benching Jalen Hurts.

Holiday Party sightings bring out the pre-pandemic ghosts, but the biggest news is Bijan Robinson having to apologize for an offensive childhood game name on the postgame show. Following the Bucs' collapse, an enraged Todd Bowles put the blame squarely on his players, while Stephen A. Smith fumbled a key Pete Alonso stat. Finally, a look ahead to the playoffs with Boomer seeing a potential Super Bowl run for C.J. Stroud and the Texans.

Steve Somers joins us in the studio to talk about his new book which is all about his career. It's called, ‘Me Here, You There'. In place of a full Jerry update, Sal Licata joins us in the studio as today is his last day at WFAN. In the final segment of the week, our NFL picks for week 15.

Here you go! Our NFL picks for Week 15 with a nice bow on top.

The Legend Steve Somers joins us in the studio to talk about his new book which is all about his career. It's called, ‘Me Here, You There'. Available wherever you buy books.