The Carton Show

Today on The Craig Carton Show, Craig takes cover as dildos are flying onto the field in Cleveland. Meanwhile it doesn't matter how many TD's his old QB Aaron Rodgers throws against the Jets, he's not impressed. And he gives out the first annual LeBron James award!  You won't believe who receives this prestigious honor!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The NFL season is finally here and The Craig Carton Show has exclusive audio from Jalen Carter after spitting in Dak Prescott's face. Plus NFL Insider Jordan Schultz joins the show to dish the dirt on week 1's biggest matchups. Also, Craig looks into his crystal ball and reveals Monday's newspaper headlines today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the premiere episode of The Craig Carton Show, Craig gives his unique take on NFL Predictions, the future of male cheerleaders, the statue Bill Belichick really wants in New England, and the teams with no chance this season! Also, stage fright at a public urinal - you don't want to miss this story from Craig's past!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

(00:00) Mavs Shut Down Flagg and Wake Up Call(12:50) Stories to Start Your Morning(29:15) Did Giannis' Bucks Do Enough This Offseason?(40:33) Juszczyk on Christian McCaffrey and A la Carton(51:17) A La Carton, 1st and Football, Wake Up Call(01:09:24) Is Flagg Good Enough to Be a Star For The Mavs?(01:17:06) Is LeBron Staying on The Lakers With Luka?(01:29:06) Jauan Jennings Wants New Contract or Trade From 49ers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Did Cooper Flagg disappoint during debut vs. Bronny?(12:39) Brandon Aiyuk starting the season on the PUP list(28:06) Should Giannis leave the Bucks and Winners & Losers(41:25) Which teams have more talent than the Chiefs(55:52) Will Chiefs make it back to the Super Bowl and is the O-Line the key to the Eagles' success?(01:11:24) Expectations for Cooper Flagg after Summer League debut(01:21:41) NBA Would You Rather(01:28:15) Best of The Week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:00) Expectations for Cooper Flagg & the wake up call  (13:02) Devin Booker contract extension  (25:44) Biggest threat to the Eagles & Real or Fugazi (36:59) The Slot Machine & A la carton  (52:45) Wirfs out to start season & Russ Wilson working out with Giants (1:08:51) Hall of Fame in or out  (1:22:26) Deion on the future of NIL  (1:28:09) Cooper Flagg day 1 expectations Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Wake Up Call and what's the ceiling for the Cowboys?(13:53) Jokic's potential extension, Anthony Davis' surgery, and expectations for the Mike Brown(29:12) Will Purdy's 49ers be contenders again?(41:13) Mark's Top 5 Quarterbacks (52:45) Aidan Hutchinson talks Lions(01:14:11) How much better does Pickens make the Cowboys?(01:19:49) On The Table (Rodgers, Mike Brown, LeBron, Schotty)(01:26:57) Chet Holmgren's max rookie extension with the Thunder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) What do you make of Mahomes saying he wants to have more fun? (14:19) Knicks officially hire Mike Brown & Devin Booker extension (27:41) What do you expect in Schottenheimer's first season as Cowboys HC & Yeah, But (38:04) Is this take Mangenius? (50:22) Do the Raiders have something to believe in this season? (01:05:00) Mahomes: “Chiefs need to “have fun again” in 2025 (01:13:23) NFL overs & unders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) More likely Chiefs get better or worse? (11:50) Stories to start your morning (27:28) Travis Kelce talks Travis Hunter (43:32) Pick one: Chargers/Broncos, Wilson/Dart, Chestnut/Tiger (59:20) Terry McLaurin contact issues, Jets safety on Fields (01:13:20) Kelce breaks down his play last season (01:20:26) Small story, big deal (01:26:33) Craig explains how he helped Coach Mangini become an NFL coach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Surprised Austin Reaves declined contract extension? (00:14:05) Still view Joel Embiid as a superstar? (00:29:17) Danny reveals top 5 players most excited to watch next season (00:46:12) More likely to win a title before they retire: KD or Curry? (00:59:18) Expect the Eagles to repeat next season? (01:09:09) Fatal Flaws: NFL Edition (01:19:52) Rather coach the Mavs or Knicks? 01:26:49) Counting down the days until NFL season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Will Cooper Flagg live up to the hype? (00:13:48) Ace Bailey more likely to hit or be a disaster? (00:28:15) How will Rodgers retirement tour workout? (00:40:12) Best chance to repeat: Eagles, Dodgers, Thunder? (00:54:38) Will Bo Nix have an even better 2025? (01:08:03) Will Cooper Flagg be a superstar? (01:18:16) What are we missing: Jason Kidd reportedly wants to join Knicks? (01:28:26) Reaction to NBA Draft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Are the Celtics blowing it up? (00:12:24) Craig says Nuggets should trade Jokic (00:29:33) Buy this is Aaron Rodgers' last season? (00:43:54) On the table Cooper Flagg becomes a superstar? (00:53:53) Expect Drake Maye to take a step forward next season? (01:00:40) Andruw Jones joins the show (01:13:06) Mavs already title contenders with Flagg (01:25:10) Reacting to Mark's “99 Madden rating” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Reaction to Haliburton saying he'll do it again (00:14:24) What does Jrue Holiday trade mean for Celtics (00:29:56) What do Bills need to do to get over the hump? (00:43:51) NBA Superlatives (00:57:52) Will Russ and Nabers be a lethal QB/WR combo (01:13:00) Should 49ers be worried about Aiyuk's comments? (01:19:54) Reaction to Haliburton's comments on injury (01:27:18) Reaction to Jrue Holiday trade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Would Pacers have won if Haliburton didn't get hurt? (00:12:12) Love the KD trade for the Rockets? (00:30:21) Is this the start of a Thunder dynasty? (00:43:18) Have Rockets closed the rap on the Thunder? (00:53:24) Better fit for Jalen Ramsey: Rams or Chargers? (01:07:32) Did SGA have an all-time great season? (01:18:28) How badly does KD need a title in Houston? (01:24:20) Is this the start of a Thunder dynasty? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) How are the Pacers doing this? (00:14:07) Reaction to Shedeur Sanders news (00:29:58) Season a failure if Thunder lose Game 7? (00:43:46) Would you rather: KD Edition (00:51:25) Bigger boost for Chiefs: Rashee Rice or Josh Simmons (01:04:48) Can Pacers win it all? (01:14:42) Stink: Ravens will win the AFC (01:25:16) Game 7 predictions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Expect Lakers to return from glory? (00:14:35) What do Pacers need from Haliburton tonight? (00:28:04) Will OKC become a dynasty? (00:40:04) The Wheel: Kevin Durant (00:53:32) Is Kelce still an impact player? (01:06:38) Joey Logano joins the show (01:17:36) Expect the Lakers to return to glory? (01:26:31) Who ya got: Thunder or Pacers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Pacers have any chance if Haliburton is hobbled? (00:13:59) Reaction to Fever-Sun scuffle (00:29:02) Like hearing Lamar talk about vengeance? (00:39:45) LeBron have a point about ring culture? (00:56:17) Is Matt Lefleur on the hot seat? (01:14:47) Who could the Spurs be holding out for? (01:25:53) Do Pacers have a chance? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Reaction to Thunder winning Game 5 (00:14:48) Myles Garrett defends Micah Parsons (00:30:11) KD slot machine? (00:50:05) What do you make of Haliburton's performance? (00:58:25) Are the Rams the biggest threat to the Eagles in the NFC? (01:10:45) Is this series over? (01:17:52) Danny says the Bills, Ravens and Lions are Super Bowl or bust (01:26:40) What's fair criticism of Haliburton? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Did Pacers blow a chance at (00:13:26) Reaction to Ohtani pitching today? (00:27:12) Where should KD be traded to? (00:38:43) Buy that Rodgers is one and done with the Steelers? (00:49:49) Where does Bucs wide receiver group stack up? (01:04:35) How do Thunder take control of the series? (01:16:50) Reaction to Desmond Bane being traded to Orlando (01:27:08) Who ya got: Thunder or Pacers in Game 5? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Is tonight a must-win for the Thunder? (00:12:09) Mistake firing Thibs? (00:28:05) Pressure on Dak to reach Super Bowl? (00:43:47) Should Spurs trade for Kevin Durant? (00:55:37) Will Ashton Jeanty be a top tier as a rookie? (01:11:09) Need to see more SGA tonight? (01:17:42) Is the Knicks job still a good job? (01:25:35) Who ya got: Thunder or Pacers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Reaction to Pacers going up 2-1 (00:13:11) Are the Knicks handling head coach search wrong? (00:25:36) Expect Rodgers and Steelers to have high-powered offense? (00:38:31) How embarrassing would losing series be for Thunder? (00:52:56) 49ers as good as anyone with a healthy CMC? (01:03:03) Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin joins the show (01:22:13) Which team needs Durant the most? (01:26:33) Anyone switching to pick the Pacers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Reaction to Rodgers first comments with the Steelers (00:13:53) What do Pacers need from Haliburton? (00:29:54) What would a successful season be for Dak & Cowboys  (00:41:16) NFL Slot Machine (00:53:59) Reaction to Shemar Stewart contract dispute with Bengals (01:09:55) Can Hali win Game 3? (01:18:31) On the table Craig likes Knicks HC? (01:26:06) Reaction to Rodgers' comments Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Who has the best chance to take down the Chiefs in AFC West? (00:14:09) Should Knicks trade for Jason Kidd? (00:30:50) What do you want to hear from Aaron Rodgers? (00:44:11) Danny's Process of Elimination (00:52:29) Any concern with CJ Stroud not throwing? (01:10:39) Reaction to LeBron's comments (01:19:55) Can Cowboys or Commanders challenge Eagles in NFC East? (01:28:34) What do you want to hear from Aaron Rodgers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Reaction to Thunder's Game 2 win (00:14:30) Who should Knicks go after as HC? (00:30:00) Did Steelers get a great deal for Aaron Rodgers? (00:40:54) Was last night's loss on Haliburton? (00:52:25) How big of a leap do you expect Bo Nix to take next year? (01 :05:35) Thunder back in control of the Finals? (01:15:32) Good move for Pittsburgh to sign Rodgers? (01:25:28) Was last night's loss on Haliburton? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Did Thunder choke Game 1? (00:16:44) Reaction to Rodgers signing with Steelers? (00:30:55) Is Tyrese Haliburton a superstar? (00:40:48) Does Rodgers make Steelers title contenders? (00:50:31) Like Ben Johnson calling Caleb Williams out? (01:03:48) Changing your pick to Pacers after last night? (01:19:55) More likely: Rodgers success or failure with Steelers? (01:21:01) Who ya got for Game 2: Thunder or Pacers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Expect Thunder do go down as an all-time team? (00:14:29) Reaction to Saquon's retirement comments? (00:26:08) Danny: Team USA vs. the World isn't as easy as it sounds (00:41:03) On the table Knicks win more games without Thibs? (00:55:57) Can Myles Garrett help the Browns get to playoffs (01:10:15) What do Pacers need to do to steal Game 1? (01:19:45) Did Knicks make a mistake by firing Thibs? (01:29:28) Who ya got: Thunder or Pacers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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(00:00) Buy Pacers will be “tough” for Thunder? (00:15:13) Saquon make the right coach for Madden? (00:26:45) Is Burrow right he needs to play better? (00:38:19) Rather have Saquon Barkley or Ja'Marr Chase? (00:54:25) Ragnow retirement a big deal for the Lions? (01:13:49) Have the Thunder been underrated all season? (01:21:34) Realistic expectations next season for JJ McCarthy? (01:28:34) Mark shows off his griddy skills Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Craig reacts to his Knicks being sent home (00:15:28) Deion right about Shedeur criticism? (00:29:58) Will Lions replicate 2024 success? (00:42:18) Did Siakam deserve ECF MVP honors? (00:52:27) What do you make of the Stefon Diggs' situation? (01:10:14) Where do Knicks go from here? (01:20:29) Does Purdy have something to prove? (01:30:12) What went wrong for the Knicks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Craig reacts to his Knicks winning Game 5 (00:14:29) Reaction to Cowboys HC on Dak "developing" (00:26:03) Thoughts on Mahomes comments for next season? (00:38:09) Reaction to Tyrese Haliburton's Game 5 performance (00:50:50) View Packers as contenders? (01:06:20) Were Brian Schottenheimer's comments a concern? (01:14:47) Did Knicks prove they can win the series? (01:24:33) Who does OKC want to face in the Finals? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Reaction to Thunder reaching NBA finals (00:14:47) Can Knicks bounce back? (00:27:57) Danny reacts to Caleb Williams comments adressing controversy (00:40:17) Is Tyrese Haliburton the new face of the NBA? (00:54:31) Can Dolphins depend on Tyreek Hill? (01:10:59) What's next for Ant and Wolves? (01:19:41) Will Ben Johnson get most out of Caleb? (01:28:05) Who ya got: Knicks or Pacers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00)Craig reacts to Knicks falling down 3-1  (00:16:02) Should the Steelers continue to wait for Aaron Rodgers? (00:26:42) Expect Thunder to close it out tonight? (00:38:15) Is Haliburton a top 10 player in the NBA? (00:52:15) Is Travis Hunter going to be able to play both ways? (01:07:48) Still giving Knicks a chance? (01:18:20) On the table Knicks or Jets win next for Craig? (01:26:22) Who ya got: Thunder or Wolves? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Is Anthony Edwards to blame? (00:14:55) Expectations for Knicks tonight? (00:26:34) Danny's Dimes (00:40:46) Danny gives 32 NFL takes in 100 seconds (00:50:18) 1st and football (01:03:51) Is Knicks/Pacers series over? (01:14:40) Should NBA adopt USA vs World? (01:23:45) Who ya got: Knicks or Pacers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Craig reacts to Knicks winning game 4 (00:14:43) Giving Timberwolves chance to even serve? (00:25:21) Should Steelers continue to wait for Aaron Rodgers? (00:37:50) What do you make of Brunson this series? (00:51:47) Is this a bad look for the Bengals? (01:05:03) Did Pacers choke away Game 3? (01:17:04) Is Rodgers to Steelers inevitable? (01:25:11) Who ya got: Thunder or Timberwolves? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Looking like a sweep? (00:13:47) How long can Steelers wait for Aaron Rodgers? (00:26:46) Is Saquon right about the 2024 Eagles? (00:37:48) Expect the Knicks to bounce back? (00:52:45) Is Purdy's 5-year/$265M contract too much money? (01:09:00) Can Wolves bounce back? (01:16:30) Would you rather: Tyrese Haliburton or Jalen Brunson? (01:22:54) Expect a Knicks hangover? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Craig reacts to Knicks loss (00:13:19) Reaction to Tush Push not being banned (00:25:58) Did Shai deserve MVP? (00:37:01) Was Game 1 more about Knicks or Pacers? (00:51:59) How much do you love NFL giving out protector of the year? (01:01:53) How did the Knicks lose? (01:14:59) For real or fugazzi (01:27:13) Who ya got: Wolves or Thunder? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Did the Wolves look overmatched? (00:14:00) Should the Eagles be worried about the Cowboys? (00:27:24) Expect the Knicks to control the series? (00:40:32) On the table Justin Fields leads Jets to playoffs? (00:52:22) Would Eagles be okay without the tush push? (01:06:42) Reaction to Thunder winning Game 1 (01:15:23) Back-to-back Indy 500 champ Josef Newgarden joins the show (01:28:27) Who ya got: Knicks or Pacers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Should NFL keep the Eagles' tush push? (00:14:10) Is Nick Sirianni an elite coach? (00:25:21) Who has the most to gain: NBA Playoff Edition (00:42:12) Is it title or bust for Thunder? (00:52:15) Is this the year the Ravens get over the hump? (01:08:50) Better $50M QB: Brock Purdy or Jalen Hurts? (01:21:09) Should the NFL reseed the playoff format? (01:28:47) Who ya got: Thunder or Wolves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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(00:00) Surprised Thunder couldn't finish off Nuggets? (00:13:28) Reaction to Caleb Williams reportedly not wanting the Bears to draft him (00:31:15) NFL Superlatives: Most likely team to make a coaching change? (00:41:59) Knicks on the verge of epic collapse? (00:52:50 Will Davante Adams be an upgrade over Cooper Kupp? (01:04:48) Trust Nuggets or Thunder in an elimination game? (01:14:27) Bothered by reports that Caleb Williams wanted to avoid Bears? (01:23:50) Will Knicks finish series off tonight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Knicks drop Game 5 to the Celtics (13:29) Stories to start the morning (26:05) What's next for the Warriors? (37:03) Danny's top 5 NFL games of 2025 (52:47) First & Football (01:05:33) Will Knicks win Game 6? (01:16:38) For Real or Fugazi (01:27:12) Picks for Game 6 of Thunder-Nuggets Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(00:00) Can Jokic pull off this comeback? (00:12:24) Have we been underestimating the Pacers? (00:24:29) Where do Celtics go from here? (00:36:05) Which non-playoff teams will make it in 2025? (00:51:31) Worried about Hendrickson's contract dispute with Bengals? (01:06:41) Does Jokic have enough to save this series? (01:13:41) Expect Knicks to end Celtics season tonight? (01:26:33) Who ya got? Knicks or Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices