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Craig Carton calls out John Harbaugh for putting Jaxson Dart back into a meaningless preseason game. Plus: -Tiki Barber and Evan Roberts on the importance of keeping Dart healthy -Boomer Esiason disagrees with Craig on Jaxson Dart take -Bart Scott predicts a 6-11 season for the Giants -Evan and Tiki on Odell Beckham Jr.'s chances to make the team
Craig Carton calls out John Harbaugh for putting Jaxson Dart back into a meaningless preseason game. Plus: -Tiki Barber and Evan Roberts on the importance of keeping Dart healthy -Boomer Esiason disagrees with Craig on Jaxson Dart take -Bart Scott predicts a 6-11 season for the Giants -Evan and Tiki on Odell Beckham Jr.'s chances to make the team
Jerry Recco and Boomer Esiason discuss the Jets' potential to be a middling team this year – and why that's an improvement. Plus: -Why football viewership in New York is so poor -Boomer argues for teams to play their QBs -Jerry on the Yankees sweeping the Orioles and showing their winning formula -Boomer breaks down the financial scandal of Dodgers owner Mark Walter -Can Francisco Lindor and Juan Sotoa co-exist going forward?
Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti discuss the earl portion of the Giants schedule and if they can have a strong start to the season. Plus: -Shaun Morash dishes on how badly he needs the Giants to beat the Cowboys Week 1 -Tiki Barber and Shaun on what Jaxson Dart must show in Year 2. -Craig Carton shares his concerns about the Giants depth to Chris McMonigle -Craig and C-Mac on why Giants fans are expressing concern over Matt Nagy -Boomer & Gio on if John Harbaugh can continue his preseason success with the Giants
Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti discuss the earl portion of the Giants schedule and if they can have a strong start to the season. Plus: -Shaun Morash dishes on how badly he needs the Giants to beat the Cowboys Week 1 -Tiki Barber and Shaun on what Jaxson Dart must show in Year 2. -Craig Carton shares his concerns about the Giants depth to Chris McMonigle -Craig and C-Mac on why Giants fans are expressing concern over Matt Nagy -Boomer & Gio on if John Harbaugh can continue his preseason success with the Giants
Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti discuss the earl portion of the Giants schedule and if they can have a strong start to the season. Plus: -Shaun Morash dishes on how badly he needs the Giants to beat the Cowboys Week 1 -Tiki Barber and Shaun on what Jaxson Dart must show in Year 2. -Craig Carton shares his concerns about the Giants depth to Chris McMonigle -Craig and C-Mac on why Giants fans are expressing concern over Matt Nagy -Boomer & Gio on if John Harbaugh can continue his preseason success with the Giants
Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti dive into training camp topics starting with the Giants, including how they can get out to an impressive start this season and both wonder why the team is meeting with Terrion Arnold. Plus: -Why Gio wants the Jets to beat the Titans Week 1 -Is Boomer known more as an MVP or radio host? -Some MLB fans expect too much from their teams -Reaction to Tony Romo and his future with CBS -Will the Mets try to trade Francisco Lindor in the offseason?
“Posted and Toasted” digs through the WFAN archives as Shaun Morash challenges Tiki Barber to identify the authors behind a collection of old social media posts. The trip down memory lane brings up Evan Roberts' love of NBA basketball on Christmas, Boomer Esiason's extremely American Labor Day message and an old WFAN guest lineup featuring Tiki himself.
Odell Beckham Jr. is fighting for a Giants roster spot seven years after his stunning trade, and the old reactions are almost as dramatic as the comeback attempt. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber revisit the furious takes from Boomer Esiason, Mike Francesa, Shaun Morash and others, debate whether the deal ultimately worked, and explain why Odell's leadership and early flashes in camp could help him survive the final cut. The Giants also turn Jaxson Dart's emotional practice outburst into a John Harbaugh teaching moment. Plus, Evan unloads on Brian Cashman's explanation for passing on Liam Hicks, the Mets test Kodai Senga in a short-relief role, callers speculate about the Francisco Lindor and Juan Soto rift, and an emotional baseball story connects the Lombard family with Davis Schneider's unforgettable major league debut.
The Tiki Time Machine returns to the Giants' stunning trade of Odell Beckham Jr., revealing who celebrated the move, who defended the superstar receiver and who completely lost their mind. Tiki Barber tries to predict the old reactions from Boomer Esiason, Gio, Evan Roberts, Joe Benigno, Mike Francesa, Shaun Morash and Big Mac. Morash's furious rant steals the show, while Evan's refusal to trade elite talent proves consistent with his stance today. The old takes lead into a fresh debate over whether the deal ultimately worked, how Dexter Lawrence changed its legacy and whether Beckham's leadership and early training camp flashes can earn him another opportunity with the Giants.
Boomer Esiason and Gregg Giannotti ponder if Aaron Boone should be Manager of the Year due to all the injuries. Meanwhile, callers blame Boone for taking Cam Schlittler out too early Wednesday night (9:16). Plus, Boomer & Gio on a potential Tarik Skubal trade to the Dodgers and its lockout implications (18:44); looking ahead to the Jets future under Aaron Glenn (27:03); reaction to the Tony Romo bodycam footage (35:42); should Knicks be worried about LeBron on the Sixers? (44:58).
Al Dukes BLASTS Katie Nolan for her opinions about Boomer Esiason
The Tiki Time Machine goes back to the Jets drafting Geno Smith in 2013, and the old WFAN reactions are stunning in hindsight. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash revisit takes from Boomer Esiason, Craig Carton, Joe Benigno, Mike Francesa and a much younger Evan, then decide Francesa came closest to identifying the pick for what it really was: a second-round gamble on a quarterback the Jets did not truly love. The archives also uncover a young Tommy Lugauer receiving an on-air assignment from Boomer and Carton before delivering a polished sports minute on J.R. Smith. The nostalgia leads back to a familiar Jets problem, as Geno Smith's draft-day slide is compared to Cade Klubnik and the impossible criticism teams face when deciding how long to wait on a quarterback.
Posted and Toasted returns with a collection of old posts that somehow gets stranger with every reveal. Evan Roberts quizzes Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash on John Harbaugh's cluttered draft setup, New Jersey gas stations, Boomer Esiason's inexplicable Westminster Dog Show tweet and Evan's unforgettable theory about a sex doll named Gertrude. The conversation also turns to electric cars after Evan reveals he is finally making the switch, before a caller proposes a bold Mets trade for Tarik Skubal with the goal of securing a contract extension before a potential lockout. Evan explains why the creative plan is unnecessary and why Skubal would still be destined to test free agency.
Evan Roberts and TikI Barber discuss if John Harbaugh has restored Giants pride. Plus, Gregg Giannotti and Boomer Esiason discuss the hope around the G-Men this year; Gio and Jerry Recco on if the Giants are capable of winning 10 games this season; Evan and Shaun Morash discuss Malik Nabers avoiding the PUP list; Craig Carton and Willie Colon on Cam Skatteboo.
Evan Roberts and TikI Barber discuss if John Harbaugh has restored Giants pride. Plus, Gregg Giannotti and Boomer Esiason discuss the hope around the G-Men this year; Gio and Jerry Recco on if the Giants are capable of winning 10 games this season; Evan and Shaun Morash discuss Malik Nabers avoiding the PUP list; Craig Carton and Willie Colon on Cam Skatteboo.
Evan Roberts and TikI Barber discuss if John Harbaugh has restored Giants pride. Plus, Gregg Giannotti and Boomer Esiason discuss the hope around the G-Men this year; Gio and Jerry Recco on if the Giants are capable of winning 10 games this season; Evan and Shaun Morash discuss Malik Nabers avoiding the PUP list; Craig Carton and Willie Colon on Cam Skatteboo.
Boomer Esiason has doubled down on his stance that the Mets need to trade Francisco Lindor, and wonders if the shortstop still wants to be in Queens. Plus, the Evan and Tiki crew relate to the SNY announcers, who can't seem to help themselves when it comes to criticizing the putrid Mets. Bobby Valentine joined Craig Carton to discuss what this team needs to do to get things turned around, and Evan explains why he would cheer for Edwin Diaz when he returns to Queens this weekend.
Boomer Esiason has doubled down on his stance that the Mets need to trade Francisco Lindor, and wonders if the shortstop still wants to be in Queens. Plus, the Evan and Tiki crew relate to the SNY announcers, who can't seem to help themselves when it comes to criticizing the putrid Mets. Bobby Valentine joined Craig Carton to discuss what this team needs to do to get things turned around, and Evan explains why he would cheer for Edwin Diaz when he returns to Queens this weekend.
Gregg Giannotti and Jerry Recco look ahead ot the MLB trade deadline and what possible moves the Mets and Yankees could make. Plus: 8:06 - Boomer Esiason wonders if Francisco Lindor will want to be traded 16:38 – Gio says there's hope for the Giants 27:15 – Drew Brees joins Boomer & Gio 50:22 – Boomer & Gio on ESPN layoffs 58:45 – LeBron to Miami?
Boomer Esiason has doubled down on his stance that the Mets need to trade Francisco Lindor, and wonders if the shortstop still wants to be in Queens. Plus, the Evan and Tiki crew relate to the SNY announcers, who can't seem to help themselves when it comes to criticizing the putrid Mets. Bobby Valentine joined Craig Carton to discuss what this team needs to do to get things turned around, and Evan explains why he would cheer for Edwin Diaz when he returns to Queens this weekend.
Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber launch the Tiki Time Machine by revisiting how WFAN hosts reacted when the Yankees hired Aaron Boone in 2017. Old takes from Jerry Recco, Boomer Esiason, Mike Francesa, Evan, and Joe Benigno reveal plenty of skepticism about handing the job to a manager with no coaching experience. The conversation turns to whether replacing Joe Girardi was ultimately the right decision and why the answer remains complicated nearly a decade later. Evan and Tiki also look back at past WFAN lineups, debate John Harbaugh's playoff record, and prepare for Max Fried's return to the Yankees.
Bret Boone is joined by 3x Pro-Bowler and 1988 NFL MVP, Boomer Esiason, who is completely tapped into the MLB - and more specifically, the Yankees. Bret & Boomer discuss the temperature of the Yankees fanbase currently, which professional league does the All-Star festivities the best and what the All-Time great is most proud of.
Bret Boone is joined by 3x Pro-Bowler and 1988 NFL MVP, Boomer Esiason, who is completely tapped into the MLB - and more specifically, the Yankees. Bret & Boomer discuss the temperature of the Yankees fanbase currently, which professional league does the All-Star festivities the best and what the All-Time great is most proud of.
Boomer Esiason got the attention of Mets fans when he declared that the team needs to trade Francisco Lindor before the deadline. That led to Evan and Tiki debating if trading Lindor would really make sense for the Mets, and if it is even possible. Plus, reactions to Mike Francesa claiming that a Lindor/Juan Soto feud was sparked by the lack of a welcome message after Soto signed, and Boomer and Jerry believe there has to be more to the team's decision to let Pete Alonso walk.
Boomer Esiason got the attention of Mets fans when he declared that the team needs to trade Francisco Lindor before the deadline. That led to Evan and Tiki debating if trading Lindor would really make sense for the Mets, and if it is even possible. Plus, reactions to Mike Francesa claiming that a Lindor/Juan Soto feud was sparked by the lack of a welcome message after Soto signed, and Boomer and Jerry believe there has to be more to the team's decision to let Pete Alonso walk.
Boomer Esiason got the attention of Mets fans when he declared that the team needs to trade Francisco Lindor before the deadline. That led to Evan and Tiki debating if trading Lindor would really make sense for the Mets, and if it is even possible. Plus, reactions to Mike Francesa claiming that a Lindor/Juan Soto feud was sparked by the lack of a welcome message after Soto signed, and Boomer and Jerry believe there has to be more to the team's decision to let Pete Alonso walk.
Rob and Kelvin tell us why the addition of Giannis Antetonmkoupo will only lead to more mediocrity in Miami with the Heat, take Boomer Esiason to task for his tone-deaf comments about how Caitlin Clark gets treated in the WNBA, and explain why it’s clear that USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino doesn’t understand American sports culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
C&R have an update on the Caitlin Clark drama! There is a Heavyweight fight brewing between Boomer Esiason & Rob Parker over WNBA takes! There's a Tale of the Tape & Rob joins the show to tell his side. Team USA advances but disappoints some people with the final score! They get into the beef between Jake Paul & Lights Out/Shawne Merriman. Merriman surprises the guys by calling into the show! Plus, 'BRAINWAVE,' & 'WEEKEND HOBNOBBING!'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
C&R have an update on the Caitlin Clark drama! There is a Heavyweight fight brewing between Boomer Esiason & Rob Parker over WNBA takes! There's a Tale of the Tape & Rob joins the show to tell his side. Plus, Team USA advances but disappoints some people with the final score! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I'm pulling my butt cheeks apart saying, 'Tartan Army, get over here!'" You seen Toy Story 5? How 'bout that Super Girl? You get that D*** Cup? How 'bout Korn? You like that Korn? How 'bout that corn? It make your tummy hurt? You see that Caitlin Clark? How 'bout that Benny Johnson? You know 'bout that Boomer Esiason? HOW 'BOUT THAT JON DOWD? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Rob Parker and Kelvin Washington react to the latest controversy surrounding Caitlin Clark after a physical WNBA matchup sparked another wave of debate across the sports media landscape. The guys take issue with comments from Boomer Esiason, who defended Clark and suggested she should leave the WNBA for a league that would give her "royal treatment." Rob and Kelvin push back hard on the idea that Clark is being singled out because she's a straight white player, arguing that physical play has always been part of professional basketball. Parker calls out Esiason's history of controversial takes and questions his credibility as a sports commentator, while Kelvin explains why media narratives like these actually make him feel sorry for Clark. The conversation expands into a larger discussion about star treatment in sports, social media outrage, race, perception, and how today's nonstop commentary cycle has changed the way athletes are covered. Plus, Kelvin argues that Esiason's remarks are reflective of a bigger problem in sports culture and society as a whole.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob and Kelvin tell us why the Minnesota Timberwolves will regret trading for mercurial point guard LaMelo Ball, debate whether Dan Campbell and the Detroit Lions will be able to overcome more bad news (Terrion Arnold), and take Boomer Esiason to task for his tone deaf comments about how Caitlin Clark gets treated in the WNBA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob and Kelvin take Boomer Esiason to task for his tone-deaf comments about how Caitlin Clark gets treated in the WNBA. Plus, MLBBro.com managing editor JR Gamble swings by to help address all the biggest headlines around Major League Baseball in this week’s edition of Foul or Fair.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rob and Jeremy discuss Boomer Esiason's comments on why Caitlin Clark should go play overseas as other players in the league are jealous.
Boomer Esiason on making the Radio Hall of Fame, the Knicks finally ending their 53 year Larry O drought, his best advice for Jaxson Dart, why the NFL rejected Brendan Sorsby, how he raised $200 mil for cystic fibrosis research and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In Thursday's edition of Quick Hits, Nick Wilson and Chris Fedor analyze a hypothetical blockbuster trade sending LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves and discuss the flexibility gained by the Charlotte Hornets. They evaluate Boomer Esiason's viral comments about Caitlin Clark's treatment in the WNBA and investigate reports of the Detroit Pistons pursuing Kawhi Leonard. The conversation also covers Richie Saunders' family history with Ori-Ida and Tom Brady's early career confidence. 01:00 - LaMelo Ball Trade Analysis 03:32 - Caitlin Clark WNBA Controversy 06:05 - Personal Legacies And NBA News
Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash revisit the Giannis trade predictions of several WFAN hosts, including Evan, Tiki, Shaun, Tommy Lugauer, and Boomer Esiason.
Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash run through the old tweets of WFAN employees and have Tiki guess just who posted them. This week's edition features a heavy dosage of Julius Randle takes.
Boomer and Gio discuss Wyndham Clark's sports psychologist and how she may have helped him navigate the turbulence brought to the course by fans. Jerry also gets the guys discussing the Tkachuk reunion -- and why the Rangers didn't get involved.
Boomer explains to Gio why he refuses to give up on this Mets season -- just yet. Gio says there's been too much bad baseball to ignore, but the Hall of Famer debuts a new character in reverse-honor of Tommy Lugauer.
Jerry's got Mike Brown on the season and how it got them here. Cam Schlittler contributes to Yanks loss. Mets errors doom them. AJ Brown talks about going to the Pats. Plus, the Moment of the Day - A lesbian roommate with something named after Boomer Esiason.
The Leads start off with Real Life Tom questioning how The Red Sox are so bad at using the ABS system when they should know when to use it. Curtis then lets everyone take a listen to Boomer Esiason torching Abdul Carter over his issues with Jaxson Dart introducing The President.
With Mego back from jury duty, Greg starts the show off with pleading why won't The Red Sox just swing the bat in these close games. Real Life Tom kicks off the leads by complaining that The Red Sox are terrible at the ABS system, Curtis takes a listen to what Boomer Esiason said about Abdul Carter, and Mego shares a creepy stalker story.
The Knicks take a commanding 2-0 series lead against the Cavaliers, and Stugotz, Izzy, and Taylor are here to break it down the day after. Izzy talks about the production the Knicks got from Josh Hart and why Mikal Bridges has been the unsung hero for New York. As the series shifts to Cleveland for Game 3, Taylor says this is a “pull the plug” game. Plus, Boomer Esiason was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame, and the crew wonders if Stugotz will eventually get in too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jerry returns for an update and starts with Chris Russo on Boomer Esiason's Hall of Fame induction and he said he doesn't think he voted for him. The Mets lost to the Nationals despite Juan Soto hitting two home runs. The Moment of The Day: Boomer talks about Eddie retiring, ‘See Ya!'
Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber close things out with a hilarious detour into the flood of Jalens across the NBA, while also circling back to Knicks Sixers tension and the reaction to Tiki's Joel Embiid criticism. The conversation mixes playoff trash talk, media bias toward the Knicks, and the absurdity of trying to keep every Jalen straight. The guys also dig into whether Carlos Beltran could make sense in a Mets front office role, the Yankees comparisons to the 1998 team, CC Sabathia's stance on bunting, Boomer Esiason's golf course controversy, Jacob deGrom's changing dominance, and Carlos Correa's latest injury. It is a fast moving blend of New York sports arguments, old grudges, and off the rails radio fun.
Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber on why this Yankees team may be different from the ones we've seen in recent years. Plus, Chris McMonigle makes the case to Craig Carton that the Yankees are better off with Ben Rice and Max Fried than with Juan Soto (17:28); Boomer Esiason and Greg Giannotti wonder if Rice can hit more home runs than Aaron Judge (39:29); Evan & Tiki on George Lombard Jr.'s rise to Triple-A (48:00); Craig and C-Mac interview the Twin Stripe Reporters (1:03:13).
Russell Wilson and the Jets reportedly have mutual interest, and Evan Roberts has A LOT to say about it. Boomer Esiason believes the move would make sense and he would be "all for it." Plus, Evan and Tiki debate if Gang Green should try to swing a trade for Shedeur Sanders!
The Yankees keep rolling and even Michael Kay's on air puns are stealing the spotlight after Fernando Cruz worked out of a massive jam against Texas. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to the Yankees' hot streak, joke about Michael Kay channeling full dad joke energy, and debate whether Sean Morash could outdo him in the booth. They also dive into the Knicks taking control of their playoff series, Cade Cunningham's struggles, and why Pistons Magic has suddenly become must watch basketball. Later, Evan unloads on what he sees as hypocrisy from Gary Cohen after comments about Daniel Murphy's success with the Nationals reopened an old Mets debate. The crew revisits Cohen's past criticism of Murphy, argues about whether fans and broadcasters should own bad takes, and breaks down the current state of the Mets offense during their brutal slump. Plus, the guys react to Boomer Esiason impersonating Sean Morash, brainstorm WFAN roster additions, and continue the station's ongoing obsession with “net negatives” in New York sports.