Podcast appearances and mentions of Darius Slayton

The season is finally here, and Phil Simms sat down with Boomer and Gio to give his take on how the team looks with John Harbaugh in the fold. Plus, how will Jaxson Dart perform in year two? Evan and Tiki discuss the daunting task that awaits the Giants in their season opener against the Cowboys, Craig Carton rips the team for its handling of Darius Slayton, and debating if the Giants have better weapons on offense than the Jets. Finally, Evan wonders if Harbaugh is picking a fight with the New York media.

The season is finally here, and Phil Simms sat down with Boomer and Gio to give his take on how the team looks with John Harbaugh in the fold. Plus, how will Jaxson Dart perform in year two? Evan and Tiki discuss the daunting task that awaits the Giants in their season opener against the Cowboys, Craig Carton rips the team for its handling of Darius Slayton, and debating if the Giants have better weapons on offense than the Jets. Finally, Evan wonders if Harbaugh is picking a fight with the New York media.

The season is finally here, and Phil Simms sat down with Boomer and Gio to give his take on how the team looks with John Harbaugh in the fold. Plus, how will Jaxson Dart perform in year two? Evan and Tiki discuss the daunting task that awaits the Giants in their season opener against the Cowboys, Craig Carton rips the team for its handling of Darius Slayton, and debating if the Giants have better weapons on offense than the Jets. Finally, Evan wonders if Harbaugh is picking a fight with the New York media.

John Harbaugh's relationship with the New York media suddenly turned combative. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber break down Harbaugh's sharp responses to questions about Darius Slayton and Malik Nabers, including whether he was simply pushing back or trying to intimidate reporters into backing off. Evan warns that tactic will not work in New York, where Giants reporters will keep pressing no matter how uncomfortable Harbaugh makes it. They also examine why Slayton was cut, how Deonte Banks has earned a fresh opportunity under the new coaching staff, and whether Matthew Stafford's age and injury history should create real concern despite his huge previous season.

John Harbaugh showed a much sharper side with the Giants media, pushing back on questions about Darius Slayton and refusing to reveal Malik Nabers' status. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber debate whether Harbaugh was simply having fun or trying to intimidate reporters, and why that strategy will not stop the New York media from pressing him for answers. The Yankees also lose Jazz Chisholm to the injured list, opening the door for Anthony Volpe's return after a dominant Triple-A stretch. Evan and Tiki debate Volpe's proper role, whether Aaron Boone can manage the situation correctly, and how his return could affect George Lombard Jr. Plus, skepticism about Matthew Stafford and the Rams, the Giants cornerback competition, and Mike Tomlin's debut at the desk.

The Giants have a real chance to attack Dallas' weaknesses, but that only matters if John Harbaugh has actually fixed the problems that buried New York last season: run defense, red-zone failures, late-game execution and discipline. Week 1 gives the Giants a favorable offensive matchup and a brutal defensive test at the same time.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.Has John Harbaugh actually changed the Giants enough to beat Dallas? The first answer should come from whether New York can stop the run, stay clean situationally and turn offensive opportunities into touchdowns.Drew and Rob start by separating fact from fiction in last season's 34-17 win over Dallas. The Giants were already leading 16-10 at halftime before the Cowboys pulled key starters, and there are pieces worth carrying forward: Jaxson Dart's mobility, a committed running game, ball security and sustained drives that keep Dak Prescott on the sideline.The first Giants injury report is unusually clean, with Malik Nabers, Andrew Thomas, Shelby Harris, Theo Johnson and Bryan Hudson all practicing fully. The first depth chart creates its own questions, including Deonte Banks ahead of Paulson Adebo and how Harbaugh plans to use the Giants' defensive and offensive rotations.Can Matt Nagy take advantage of Dallas immediately?The Cowboys struggled defensively last season, particularly against the run, and their secondary gives the Giants opportunities. Nabers has already produced huge numbers against Dallas, and New York may finally have enough complementary weapons to punish a defense that focuses too heavily on him. Drew expects the Giants offense to have a good matchup — but the unanswered question is what Nagy's real offense actually looks like after keeping so much hidden during the preseason.Then the concern flips to the Giants defense.New York allowed 145.3 rushing yards per game and an NFL-worst 5.3 yards per carry last season. Dallas averaged 125.6 rushing yards per game, while Javonte Williams ran for more than 1,200 yards. Before Brian Burns, Abdul Carter and Kayvon Thibodeaux can attack Dak Prescott, the Giants have to earn those pass-rush opportunities by winning first and second down.And when Dallas does throw, CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens create a major problem for a Giants cornerback room Drew still does not trust. Greg Newsome and Deonte Banks should benefit from more aggressive press coverage, but this is an immediate stress test for the entire secondary.Finally, the conversation comes back to Harbaugh. Physicality, conditioning, accountability and discipline have been the message all offseason. Now the Giants have to show it in an actual game.The episode also covers Dean Lowry, Jihad Ward, new reporting on Darius Slayton, the Giants' $7.88 million in available cap space, Week 1 NFL picks and a Cam Skattebo quick hit.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

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Jaxson Dart can change the Giants' entire outlook, but Connor Hughes has major concerns about whether Matt Nagy's offense is built to maximize the young quarterback. Hughes explains why Dart must become a top-10 or top-12 quarterback for the Giants to make a Patriots-like leap and why Nagy's system could make that development much harder. Hughes also breaks down why Odell Beckham Jr. earned his way onto the roster and helped make Darius Slayton expendable. The conversation then shifts to the Jets, where Breece Hall's workload remains a question entering Week 1, Hughes predicts an opening loss and explains why Aaron Glenn enters the season with significant job security.

The NFL picks competition is back, and Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash agree on a punishment designed to make the losers miserable. The two who fail to finish first will have to attend a sporting event wearing a shirt promoting an opinion they absolutely hate, sparking ideas involving Jalen Brunson, Malik Nabers, Joel Embiid and Evan's baseball takes. The crew also revisits the Giants' decision to move on from Darius Slayton, rejecting the idea that the veteran receiver was somehow disrespected. With a new coaching staff setting its own priorities, they argue the Giants simply made the roster decision they believed was best.

Jaxson Dart holds the key to how far the Giants can climb in 2026, but Connor Hughes has serious reservations about whether Matt Nagy's offense will bring out his best. Hughes explains why Dart may need to become a top-10 or top-12 quarterback for the Giants to make a massive leap, and why the new system could put far more pressure on him than last year's offense. The conversation also turns to Odell Beckham Jr.'s surprising resurgence, why Darius Slayton was cut and the Giants' defensive concerns entering the opener against Dallas. On the Jets, Hughes predicts an opening-week loss, explains why Aaron Glenn appears secure entering the season and weighs Breece Hall's expected workload. Plus, the crew sets the stakes for another season of NFL picks.

Ahead of calling Sunday night's Giants-Cowboys matchup, Bob Papa and Carl Banks preview the season opener and break down the keys to the game. They dive into what they've seen on film, their biggest concerns, the Giants' depth chart, and what they're looking forward to seeing after training camp. Plus, they react to the Darius Slayton news and share their excitement as kickoff finally arrives. Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go www.Quo.com/BLEAV To purchase Bleav in Giants Merch: https://shop.bleav.com/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join us as we react to Darius Slayton being cut by the New York Giants and we highlight contract year players on the Giants Roster

Chris Welsh, Pat Fitzmaurice, and Andrew Erickson break down the biggest primetime matchups, starting with Drake Maye and the New England Patriots visiting the defending champion Seattle Seahawks before previewing the San Francisco 49ers vs. Los Angeles Rams in Australia, Dallas Cowboys vs. New York Giants, and Denver Broncos vs. Kansas City Chiefs. Then it's time to get bold. Can the Miami Dolphins upset the Las Vegas Raiders? Will the Indianapolis Colts shock Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens? Get the matchups, fantasy takeaways, upset picks, and bold predictions you need before Week 1 kicks off. Timestamps: (May be off due to ads) Intro - 0:00:00 Christian Gonzalez - 0:00:40 TreVeyon Henderson - 0:05:14 Jeremiyah Love - 0:07:43 Alec Pierce - 0:09:10 Tua Tagovailoa - 0:11:02 Darius Slayton - 0:15:00 Signed Todd Gurley Jersey Giveaway - 0:17:33 Patriots/Seahawks Preview - 0:18:19 49ers/Rams Preview - 0:25:45 Polymarket - 0:32:17 Cowboys/Giants Preview - 0:33:24 Broncos/Chiefs Preview - 0:37:43 Week 1 Bold Predictions - 0:41:10 Dolphins/Raiders - 0:41:21 Colts/Ravens - 0:46:19 Derrick Henry - 0:48:18 Jaguars/Browns - 0:50:39 Quentin Johnston - 0:54:59 Outro - 0:57:48See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin and Shaun react to the Giants releasing Darius Slayton + Justin invites Warren Sharp onto the show to preview the Giants seasonDownload the Fanatics Sports & Casino App now, the new all-in-one app for sports fans, bringing together ways to bet, trade, or play in one experience.Get Warren Sharp's 2026 preview here:Sharp.footballUse Code: GIANTS00:00 Darius Slayton Released + Warren Sharp Interview04:20 Give Harbaugh credit 08:00 Cap relief from releasing Slayton10:20 Fresh start for Slayton elsewhere11:10 WR Depth is bad15:30 Isaiah Likely becomes even more important17:20 Slayton's legacy as a Giant|20:15 OBJs role now21:45 Jon Runyan extended25:30 Getting what the giants paid for27:00 Jameis Winston Extended29:30 Giants sign Dean Lowry and NOT Jihad Ward33:50 Warren Sharp joins the show35:10 John Harbaugh's finding ways to have an edge37:10 The Giants utilizing Jaxson Darts mobility similar to Lamar Jaxson39:40 Can Harbaugh teach the Giants to close out games41:50 Matt Nagy coaching from the booth or from the sideline45:10 Darts running game is a massive weapon49:00 Jaxson Dart vs the blue tent50:50 Dart needs to protect himself more55:20 Finding ways to be a more consistent offense58:10 Being more efficient on 1st and 2nd downs58:15 Giants record predictionCheck out our Merch: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/collections/talkin-giantsSubscribe to JM Football for our NFL coverage: https://www.youtube.com/@JMFootballFollow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com#giants #nygiants 21+ only. Availability differs by state. Terms apply. See app for details. Sportsbook: GAMBLING PROBLEM? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or 1-800-MY-RESET, CT call (888) 789-7777, MA call (800)-327-5050, NY call (877) 8-HOPENY, MD visit mdgamblinghelp.org. Markets: Event contract trading is offered by Morton St. Trading Investments, LLC, d/b/a Fanatics Markets, a CFTC-registered futures commission merchant and NFA member. Event contracts carry risk of total loss and changing prices. Not good for all investors. See app for important disclosures. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Darius Slayton is out, and the Giants are making a clean break from a receiver whose biggest drops became impossible to ignore. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash dig into why John Harbaugh's regime moved on, with Malachi Fields rising, Odell Beckham Jr. earning a spot and Slayton looking expendable after a disappointing camp. But cutting Slayton creates a major new concern for Jaxson Dart. The Giants' wide receiver room is thin, largely unfamiliar with its quarterback and filled with questions surrounding Malik Nabers' health, Fields' rookie readiness and Beckham's reliability. Shaun also defends calling Slayton “gutless” in big moments, while the crew debates where Slayton could land next and whether Dart can finally stay out of the blue tent.

The Giants are moving on from Darius Slayton, and Shaun Morash is taking heat for calling the veteran receiver “gutless” in big moments. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber examine why Slayton became expendable, from the costly drops to a disappointing camp, while questioning whether the Giants have left Jaxson Dart with one of the NFL's weakest wide receiver rooms. Malik Nabers' health, rookie Malachi Fields and Odell Beckham Jr. now carry even more pressure.

Posted and Toasted digs up old WFAN tweets, and Shaun Morash gets caught red-handed after spending the hour crushing Darius Slayton. Years before calling Slayton “gutless” in big moments, Shaun was praising the Giants receiver as a “stud,” “the truth” and even a potential No. 1 option. Tiki Barber tries to identify who posted each old take, including a brutal Mets rant and an oddly passionate defense of chopped salads, before Shaun's Slayton history takes over the segment. The receipts spark a hilarious debate over how dramatically Shaun's opinion changed and how Slayton should actually be remembered after his Giants career.

Zachary Lee of The Landry Hat joins us to preview the Sunday night matchup between the GMEN and the Cowboys. We also briefly touch on Darius Slayton's release as well as two important extensions from over the weekend. #giants #newyorkgiants #nfl #cowboys #dallascowboyshttps://bit.ly/joinwithGIANTINSIDERAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Shannon Sharpe, Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson and Iso Joe Johnson react to Tua named QB1 for Falcons, Todd Monken will have weekly captains, Cowboys Tyler Smith out with injury, Bengals schedule and Giants releasing Darius Slayton Subscribe to Nightcap presented by PrizePicks so you don’t miss out on any new drops! Download the PrizePicks app today and use code SHANNON to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup! Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/NI... 00:00 - Introduction09:16 - Tua starting week 1 for Falcons31:12 - Todd Monken believes in weekly captains picked by coaches43:05 - Tyler Smith to undergo thumb surgery54:49 - Bengals got the third easiest schedule57:32 - Giants release Darrius Slayton (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements.) #ClubSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why did the Giants get rid of Darius Slayton if they don't know if Malik Nabers will be ready for week 1. Boomer asked Gio, who has better offensive players around him, Geno Smith or Jaxson Dart.

We question why the Giants released Darius Slayton with Malik Nabers' Week 1 status in doubt, before debating whether Geno Smith or Jaxson Dart has better surrounding talent—and why Dart must be a top-15 quarterback this season. After questioning the logic of Nabers sitting Week 1 only to play Week 2, Gio wonders if Boomer could fight off an alligator, then highlights the Nathan Fielder/Elizabeth Holmes documentary trailer ahead of Jerry's update. Plus, Sean McVay and a time-zone-confused Kyle Shanahan react to their Australia trip, Michael Irvin defends Jed York, Aaron Judge returns against the Rockies, and Al fumes over Rami showing up with a stomach virus.

The Giants have cut Darius Slayton & expect Malik Nabers to play in Week 1. Are you capable of vomiting discreetly? Plus, the return of Beat the Fat Man! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Craig Carton and Big Mac analyze the New York Giants' wide receiver depth and the decision to prioritize Darnell Mooney over Darius Slayton. They investigate a social media theory suggesting Aaron Judge's 84-game absence was a secret suspension rather than an injury, while also breaking down Daniel Jones' preseason preparation and the wild story of an NFL roster imposter. (00:01:01) Jets and Giants Outlook (00:02:30) Preseason Playing Time Debate (00:07:05) Aaron Judge PED Conspiracy (00:13:28) Giants Roster Move Reactions (00:21:04) Dajon Love Viral Story

Craig Carton and Big Mac criticize the New York Giants for releasing Darius Slayton, questioning the team's depth and Matt Nagy's influence on the roster. They also examine the return of Aaron Judge, debate the greatest player in Giants history, and share frustrating stories about modern air travel. (00:01:22) Giants Cut Darius Slayton (00:05:00) Herbert vs Jaxson Dart (00:08:15) Aaron Judge Conspiracy Theories (00:12:00) Rich Defends Coaching Decisions (00:15:48) Greatest Giant All Time (00:19:30) Dajon Love Roster Solution (00:24:15) Aaron Judge Return Lineup (00:28:00) Baseball Players Are Soft (00:31:20) Air Travel Etiquette Rant

The conversation critiques Michigan fans for storming the field after a close win and discusses the massive financial debt within the Rutgers athletic department. They also evaluate the New York Giants' decision to move on from Darius Slayton and compare the current offensive rosters of the Jets and Giants. (00:01:20) Michigan Field Storming Controversy (00:04:40) Rutgers Athletic Department Debt (00:07:40) College Football Transfer Portal (00:10:50) Giants Receiver Roster Debate (00:14:50) Jets vs Giants Offense (00:19:50) September 11th Memorial Discussion (00:23:40) Odell Beckham Jr Comparison (00:27:20) Airport and Airplane Etiquette

Craig and Big Mac debate the New York Giants' decision to release veteran wide receiver Darius Slayton just before the start of the season. They clash over the team's roster depth and the potential impact on offensive continuity while celebrating Aaron Judge's return to the Yankees. They also criticize athletes for endorsing unregulated gambling. (00:01:25) Giants Release Darius Slayton (00:05:30) Giants Roster Depth Concerns (00:10:35) Aaron Judge Yankees Return (00:15:15) Giants Offensive Continuity Debate (00:19:25) Darius Slayton Career Production (00:24:30) Giants Season Victory Predictions

Craig and Big Mac criticize the New York Giants for releasing veteran wide receiver Darius Slayton just one day before the season begins. They analyze the impact on the roster's depth and celebrate the news of Aaron Judge's return to the Yankees. (00:01:00) Carton and Big Mac Return (00:01:29) Giants Cut Darius Slayton (00:11:33) Aaron Judge Returns Tonight

Carton and Big Mac debate the New York Giants' decision to release veteran wide receiver Darius Slayton just before the season opener. They also celebrate the return of Aaron Judge to the Yankees lineup while discussing the ethics of sports figures like Eli Manning and LeBron James promoting unregulated gambling platforms. The conversation extends to the chaos of college football and the bankruptcy filing of Liv Golf. (00:01:55) Giants Cut Darius Slayton (00:05:40) Carton Blasts Organizational Moves (00:11:05) Aaron Judge Returns Tonight (00:15:55) Slayton Vs Darnell Mooney (00:26:40) Managing Judge's Yankee Workload (00:29:35) Evaluating The Giants Depth (00:35:45) College Football Coaching Drama (00:41:10) Liv Golf Files Bankruptcy

The Carton Show focuses on the New York Giants' surprising decision to release Darius Slayton and the ripple effects on Jaxson Dart's passing options. They also discuss Aaron Judge's anticipated return to the Yankees' batting order for the series against the Rockies. (00:02:14) Darius Slayton's Giants Departure (00:06:23) Slayton's Future Landing Spots (00:08:15) Aaron Judge's Yankees Return

Craig Carton and Big Mac criticize Derek Jeter, Eli Manning, and LeBron James for promoting unregulated gambling markets. They also debate the New York Giants' controversial decision to release veteran wide receiver Darius Slayton right before the regular season begins. (00:01:00) Entourage Reunion Review (00:01:30) Athlete Gambling Endorsements (00:07:33) Giants Cut Darius Slayton (00:13:23) Giants Season Outlook

Monte and Sal open with Giants roster news, including the Daniel Faalele trade for a sixth-round pick, offensive line depth from J.C. Davis, Evan Neal, Marcus Mbow, and Brian Hudson, possible receiver moves involving Darius Slayton and Darnell Mooney, and a debate on the Najee Harris signing, then evaluate five 2027 NFL Draft running backs: Kewan Lacy, Justice Haynes, Mark Fletcher, Raleek Brown, and LJ Martin.Timestamps00:00:00 - Welcome And Show Intro00:01:01 - Daniel Faalele Trade00:06:02 - Receiver Trade Talk00:08:21 - Najee Harris Debate00:22:40 - Kewan Lacy Evaluation00:34:56 - Justice Haynes Evaluation00:44:29 - Mark Fletcher Evaluation00:58:26 - Raleek Brown Evaluation01:08:52 - LJ Martin Evaluation01:18:35 - Class Recap And ClosePlease Rate and Subscribe!Follow Us:@HesAGiantPod@montecri5to@queens_guy

The Giants moved on from Darius Slayton and gained relatively little immediate cap relief while accepting nearly $13 million in 2026 dead money. The tradeoff is obvious: New York decided the roster spot and Slayton's reduced role mattered more than keeping its longest-tenured player.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.Why did the Giants release Darius Slayton despite nearly $13 million in dead money? This looks much more like a football-role decision than a cap-saving move, with Malik Nabers, Darnell Mooney, Malachi Fields and Odell Beckham Jr. reshaping the receiver hierarchy.Drew spends the largest part of the episode on Slayton's exit and what his seven seasons in New York should actually mean. Slayton finishes his Giants career with 296 receptions, 4,435 yards and 22 touchdowns after arriving as a fifth-round pick. His drops frustrated fans, but his production relative to his draft position and the way he carried himself through years of Giants dysfunction deserve to be part of the conversation too.Was Slayton really no longer worth the roster spot, or did the Giants become too aggressive six days before Week 1?The Giants also made two very different long-term commitments around Jaxson Dart. Jameis Winston and Jon Runyan Jr. are now under contract through 2028. Winston gives Dart a veteran backup and mentor the organization clearly values, while Runyan remains part of the offensive line protecting the Giants' young quarterback.Joe Schoen also appears to have found the additional veteran defensive lineman he hinted was coming. Jeremy Fowler reported Dean Lowry was expected to join the practice squad, although the Giants had not officially announced the move during the episode. Drew remains far more concerned about the larger issue: whether New York has actually done enough to fix its run defense.Can this defensive front become the identity of the team if the interior still feels like the biggest weakness?Dallas will also enter Week 1 without Tyler Smith after the Pro Bowl guard underwent thumb surgery. T.J. Bass is an experienced replacement, but it is still a downgrade the Giants' defensive front should be looking to exploit.The Giants continue searching for help at cornerback after working out Jaden Robinson, while Arvell Reese is already being mentioned near the top of the Defensive Rookie of the Year race before playing a regular-season snap. D.J. Reader also brings a simple message into Week 1: “Exit 98's always closed.”The episode closes with something completely different: the strange Braxton Berrios, Alix Earle and Margarida Corceiro relationship story making the rounds. There is no confirmation Berrios and Corceiro are dating, but the social-media reaction was bizarre enough to earn a few minutes before the show wrapped.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Places, everyone! The curtain rises on Tuesday, September 8th.Act I: The Warm-Up. Our lead performers kick off the show with a lively guessing game of celebrity birthdays, identifying stars Gaten Matarazzo and Pink.Act II: Blocking and Business. We race through daily announcements, highlighting today's Book Club meeting during advisory, Thursday's Math Team rehearsal, and the ongoing "ice cream versus chocolate" debate.Act III: The Global Stage. Tomlin commands the spotlight to deliver world news: the UN's dramatic map reform, Emperor Otto the Great's second burial, the prepared sinking of the SS United States, and the historic display of the Bayeux Tapestry.Act IV: Physical Action. Decker directs the sports segment. Fall athletic seasons debut today (soccer, swimming, volleyball), mixed with professional baseball updates, the NFL Giants cutting Darius Slayton, and college football field-storming drama.Act V: Center Stage Duet. Cross country captains Ella and Logan join for a delightful interview, sharing thoughts on running before a rapid-fire game of "Which One?".Curtain Call. The company takes a final bow as the announcements fade to black.

Anthony reacts to the breaking news that the Giants are cutting WR Darius Slayton and breaks down the Winston and Runyan extensions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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The Giants got through final cuts with depth at running back, tight end and the secondary, but the cost may be leaving some of their biggest questions unresolved. Center remains the clearest concern, while defensive-line and EDGE depth still make this roster feel unfinished.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.Is the Giants' 53-man roster actually finished? Not if they are still looking for a potential challenger to John Michael Schmitz and were willing to explore another meaningful defensive-line addition after cutdown.Drew and Rob go position by position through the initial 53, the practice squad and the players who landed elsewhere. The offense kept Jaxson Dart and Jameis Winston on the active roster with Jake Haener returning to the practice squad, while Najee Harris, Devin Singletary, Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy Jr. all survived at running back. Add Patrick Ricard and four tight ends, and John Harbaugh's preference for heavier offensive personnel is easy to see.But did the Giants protect too much depth in some places while leaving questions elsewhere? At wide receiver, Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton, Darnell Mooney, Malachi Fields and Odell Beckham Jr. made the 53, while Braxton Berrios, Jalin Hyatt and Dalen Cambre returned on the practice squad. Hyatt clearing waivers and returning became one of the more revealing parts of the cutdown process.The offensive line creates the biggest concern. John Michael Schmitz remains the starter, Bryan Hudson made the roster and Lucas Patrick was released, yet New York was still reported to be looking for someone capable of challenging Schmitz. Evan Neal was also released, ending the former No. 7 overall pick's Giants tenure.On defense, C.J. Okoye made the roster after being acquired from Baltimore, but the Giants also reportedly showed interest in Gervon Dexter before Atlanta completed a trade for him. Brian Burns, Abdul Carter and Kayvon Thibodeaux give the Giants a strong top three on the edge, but the depth behind them remains worth watching.The final question is the waiver wire. New York had the No. 5 waiver priority and made zero claims. If the Giants still wanted help at center or defensive tackle, was standing pat confidence in the roster—or a missed opportunity before Week 1?Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.comSend us Fan MailSupport the show

Munaf Manji talks weekend action in the sports betting world. Munaf Manji opens a new season of the weekend rewind show solo on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed, laying out the plan for a full week of football content, this rewind episode on Mondays once Uncle Dave joins him, a college football pod, a Wednesday preview show, a Thursday prop show with Sleepy, and a Friday picks show built on the injury report. At 2:47 he closes the book on preseason betting trends, underdogs went 23 and 9 and 1 against the spread through the first two weeks, a 72 percent clip, with road dogs posting a 42 and 1 mark, numbers worth watching into Week One. The headline news arrives at 5:04, Aaron Donald is officially coming out of retirement to rejoin the Los Angeles Rams on a one year deal worth twenty million dollars, with playoff incentives pushing the total as high as thirty million. Donald joins a front that already added Myles Garrett in a blockbuster trade with Cleveland, and Munaf breaks down how dominant that pairing could become, while expecting Donald's snap count to build gradually as he shakes off the rust. At 7:51 the Rams sit at five to one to win the Super Bowl on DraftKings with no other team shorter than ten to one, and Munaf cites a Yahoo Sports stat that teams which opened as favorites at plus 500 or better have gone zero for 20 all time, asking whether this roster could break that trend. At 9:08 he adds the Trent McDuffie trade from Kansas City and a look at how a stronger defense could shift Los Angeles toward lower scoring games built around Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua, Davante Adams, and Kyren Williams. At 11:41 the show turns to a more serious story, Green Bay running back Josh Jacobs has been placed on the Commissioner's Exempt List ahead of a court appearance on November 17, with Munaf estimating a possible suspension in the four to six game range. At 12:48 he connects that news to the Packers trading for running back Kaleb Johnson from the Steelers, a move he reads as Green Bay preparing for time without Jacobs and potentially leaning more on Jordan Love. From 14:20 onward, the show becomes a rapid tour of final roster cuts, Trevon Diggs released by Seattle but likely practice squad bound, Anthony Richardson and J.J. McCarthy surviving their initial rosters, and Titans wide receiver Xavier Restrepo earning a fantasy shoutout behind Calvin Ridley and rookie Carnell Tate. At 16:07 the Giants keep Darius Slayton and Odell Beckham Jr. while moving on from Jalin Hyatt, with Beckham's comments about bringing a championship back to New York getting a mention. At 16:53 Cleveland's quarterback carousel takes center stage, Dillon Gabriel making the roster, Deshaun Watson holding the starting job, Shedeur Sanders waiting in the wings, and Taylen Green turning heads late. At 17:53 he runs through players opening the year on injured reserve or the PUP list, Micah Parsons, James Conner, Isaac Guerendo, and Kerby Joseph among them, along with the release of Titans quarterback Will Levis. At 19:59, Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III has been cleared by head coach Ben Johnson and is expected ready for Week One despite a groin injury. After a mention of his appearance on RJ Bell's Dream Preview podcast at 21:31, Munaf lands on his best bet of the show. At 23:02 he builds the pick around a quote from Ben Johnson, who said this offseason he wants Chicago to be the highest scoring offense in NFL history, a comment Munaf says grabbed his attention given what Johnson built previously with Jared Goff in Detroit. At 24:20 he lands on Caleb Williams' season long passing yards prop, the number sitting at 3,649.5 on DraftKings but a better line at 3,600.5 on BetMGM. Williams threw for 3,942 yards, 27 touchdowns, and seven interceptions in year one under Johnson while playing all 17 games in each of his first two seasons, and Munaf likes him to clear the number in a more explosive year two offense. The episode closes with a look ahead to next week, when Uncle Dave joins Munaf for the first full regular season show, previewing the opener including the Super Bowl rematch and the international matchup between the 49ers and Rams in Australia, ahead of the Friday picks show heading into Week One. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants gained flexibility elsewhere on the roster, but Calvin Austin III's season-ending ACL tear takes away a receiver who had earned a real offensive and return role just before final cuts. Now New York has to redistribute that work without weakening a WR room already depending heavily on Malik Nabers' health.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.The Big Question: Who replaces Calvin Austin III in the Giants offense? Braxton Berrios is the clearest true-slot option, but Odell Beckham Jr., Malachi Fields and the rest of the room could all see their roles change.Drew and Rob break down what Austin's loss means for Berrios, OBJ, Fields, Darnell Mooney and the final 53. Darius Slayton said Austin had earned the right to start and make an impact, which makes this much bigger than losing a fringe roster player.Jaxson Dart is also giving Matt Nagy more reasons for optimism. The Giants are expanding the terminology around him, working on when he needs to protect himself as a runner, and seeing more success downfield in practice. Dart threw four touchdowns in eight goal-line plays, and the debate becomes whether this is a real Year 2 step or simply August optimism.Malik Nabers is back taking team reps without the red non-contact jersey, making Week 1 against Dallas a legitimate possibility. The hosts debate whether a snap count makes sense if Nabers is close but not fully ready.The running back room has its own pressure. Cam Skattebo sits atop the latest unofficial depth chart, while Tyrone Tracy is trying to rebound from a missed blitz pickup and a preseason fumble. Skattebo's practice scuffle with Greg Newsome II and Jevon Holland also turns into a discussion about how much edge is too much when it is directed at teammates.Deonte Banks' resurgence under Dennard Wilson, the Daniel Faalele and Josh Ezeudu trades, and the remaining defensive tackle concern round out the Giants roster discussion. The episode also gets into the NFL ending the traditional Pro Bowl games while keeping Pro Bowl selections.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Keeping Odell Beckham Jr. gives the Giants a proven veteran, a respected voice in the receiver room and a player fans still want to see in blue — but that roster spot may cost New York younger upside, special-teams value or needed depth elsewhere. Drew and Rob build their projected 53-man roster and find out quickly that every extra player creates another painful cut.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.Should the Giants keep OBJ on the 53-man roster?The case comes down to whether Beckham's receiving and veteran value outweigh what players like Dalen Cambre and Braxton Berrios can provide through youth, development and special teams.The longest argument centers on the wide receiver room. Drew keeps six — Malik Nabers, Darius Slayton, Darnell Mooney, Calvin Austin III, Malachi Fields and Braxton Berrios — and leaves both OBJ and Cambre off the initial 53. Rob pushes back on OBJ, arguing that his presence still has real value for the team and fan base. Drew counters that if the Giants find another receiver spot, he would rather protect Cambre's long-term upside than use it on a veteran nearing the end of his career.Can the Giants really afford 10 offensive linemen? J.C. Davis' strong preseason forces that question. Davis looks too risky to expose to waivers, while Josh Ezeudu's versatility, Lucas Patrick's backup-center role and the Bryan Hudson decision make the final offensive-line spots difficult. Evan Neal is projected out as the new coaching staff continues reshaping a room that has been a problem for years.The defensive cuts turn into a special-teams argument. Zaire Barnes gets the edge over Darius Muasau because of his value in the kicking game, Korie Black and Art Green battle for the final cornerback spot, and Elijah Campbell becomes one of the hardest players to leave off. Drew's roster cannot keep a dedicated special-teams answer at every position, so somebody useful has to lose.At kicker, Dominic Zvada gets the nod over Ben Sauls. More broadly, the entire exercise comes with one major unknown: nobody has seen John Harbaugh build a Giants 53-man roster before. His priorities on special teams, versatility and inherited players could make the real cutdown look very different from what Giants fans are used to.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

The Giants' 26-3 win over Miami showed better depth, physicality and execution, but it also made the roster decisions harder—especially at running back. Tyrone Tracy flashed again, yet another costly mistake put his role and John Harbaugh's trust in the middle of the biggest debate of the episode.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.The Big Question: Did the Giants' 26-3 preseason win show real progress, or was Miami too depleted to tell? The performance gave New York legitimate positives in depth and execution, but Drew and Rob agreed the real proof still has to come against NFL starters in the regular season.Tracy's fumble inside Miami territory turned into the longest argument of the show. Drew pushed back on the idea that two preseason mistakes erase two seasons of production, while the conversation shifted to Devin Singletary's consistency, Najee Harris returning to the mix, Cam Skattebo's place in the room and whether the Giants can realistically carry all four backs.The secondary was another major point of debate. Greg Newsome and Paulson Adebo looked encouraging, Deonte Banks continued to make plays, Dru Phillips forced two fumbles but still drew criticism for his coverage, and Tyler Nubin again looked more comfortable around the football. The question is whether the improvement is real or simply a product of preseason competition.The offensive line depth came out of Miami looking better than it has in years, with J.C. Davis and Marcus Mbow among the positives. The wide receiver room got even more crowded as Darius Slayton produced, Calvin Austin III showed multiple ways to help, Odell Beckham Jr. continued creating separation but missed a touchdown chance, and Dalen Cambre kept making a case on offense and special teams.Darius Alexander's run defense remains a concern, Dominic Zvada appears to be gaining ground in the kicking competition, and Chris Mara's message that “hope has turned into expectations” raised the stakes around John Harbaugh's first season.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Justin and Shaun react to the Giants dominant preseason win over the dolphins Download the Fanatics Sportsbook app , use code JOMBOY https://fanatics.onelink.me/5kut/JOMBOY New customers who sign up and Bet $5, Get $100 in FanCash*. Use FanCash on bonus bets, profit boosts, team gear and more on Fanatics.com.  Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/JOMBOY10. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount 00:00 Giants DOMINATE the Dolphins 26-3  01:45 Tyrone Tracy has another rough day 06:30 Is Tracy safe to make the Giants roster 09:30 Cutting Tracy would be a mistake 10:15 Darius Alexander getting washed in the trenches 15:20 Chauncey Golston moving inside on the DL 16:50 Did Greg Newsome become CB1 20:25 Deonte Banks looking like a different player 23:00 Buying into the new Banks? 27:00 Dru Phillips had plays that can't happen 30:34 Tyler Nubin finding his role and gaining confidence 36:00 Other Defensive notes and standouts 39:30 Darius Slayton being auditioned for a trade? 42:20 Did today convince you OBJ can make the team 46:40 What is going on with WR6 50:15 The OL was dominant 52:15 Want to see Marcus Mbow at RT more 52:30 Joshua Ezeudu looked good before injury 56:27 JC Davis was the best OL today 59:50 Could be a future starter at Guard 01:01:00 Giants Dominic Zvada winning the battle 01:02:30 Nagy in the booth Check out our Merch: https://shop.jomboymedia.com/collections/talkin-giants Subscribe to JM Football for our NFL coverage: https://www.youtube.com/@JMFootball Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com #giants #nygiants  *New customers in AZ, CO, CT, DC, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, PA, TN, VA, VT, WV, or WY. Must toggle on this promotion in your bet slip and wager $5+ cash on any market (min. odds -500) within 7 days of account opening to receive $100 in FanCash. Promotional FanCash expires 7 days from issuance (at 11:59pm ET). Terms, including FanCash terms apply-see Fanatics Sportsbook app. Use FanCash on bonus bets, profit boosts, team gear on Fanatics.com and so much more.. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Giants backups dominated the Dolphins backups as Jameis Winston shined. Many Giant starters sat out but so many reserves helped their cause with solid performances. Also, no Darnell Mooney but Darius Slayton saw significant playing time -- interesting. Most importantly, the Giants left the game with no major injuries. #giants #nfl #preseason #miamidolphinshttps://bit.ly/joinwithGIANTINSIDERAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Giants finally looked like the aggressor in Miami, but that edge comes with a cost if physicality turns into 15-yard penalties when the games count. The same practice that produced a dominant defensive showing also produced fight after fight.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.The Big Question: Did the Giants cross the line against Miami? The answer is less about one joint practice and more about whether John Harbaugh can keep the aggression without letting it become a discipline problem.Drew and Rob start with the Giants-Dolphins joint practice, where Brian Burns called the defensive performance “dominant” and Jaxson Dart had another encouraging day. Then the confrontations took over: Abdul Carter and Patrick Paul got tangled, Deonte Banks took a big hit during return work, Kayvon Thibodeaux jumped into the Austin Jackson-Arvell Reese confrontation, Jameis Winston charged into the biggest brawl after a late hit on Calvin Austin III, and Jermaine Eluemunor was pulled late after making contact with another player's facemask.How good can this defense actually be if the run defense is merely average? Burns is coming off a 16.5-sack season and sits No. 14 on the NFL Top 100, while Abdul Carter enters Year 2 with major expectations. The concern remains the interior after the Giants allowed 2,470 rushing yards, 5.3 yards per carry and 21 rushing touchdowns in 2025.Najee Harris is officially a Giant, and his arrival changes the entire running back conversation. Harbaugh said Harris will need roughly two to three weeks to get back into football shape, which leaves a real debate over how Harris, Cam Skattebo, Tyrone Tracy Jr. and Devin Singletary fit together. Is Skattebo still the lead back, or is this becoming a true committee?The roster decisions keep coming. New York turned Daniel Faalele into an unconditional 2027 sixth-round pick, Malachi Fields continues to push his way into a bigger offensive role, Jalin Hyatt faces more pressure in a crowded receiver room, and Drew and Rob debate whether Darius Slayton could become a trade candidate if the Giants decide the depth is strong enough.Special teams gets its own look with Dominic Zvada and Ben Sauls still battling at kicker, while the show closes with a fan question about the secondary—the position group that still creates the most concern if the pass rush does not get home quickly.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Darius Slayton's costly drops remain impossible for Shaun Morash to ignore, even with a new Giants coaching staff in place. Tiki Barber explains why John Harbaugh could be exactly what Slayton needs, drawing on how Tom Coughlin forced Tiki to completely change his ball-security habits and become a better player. Shaun makes it clear that Slayton's reputation and contract cannot protect him if the mistakes continue, while Tiki argues that focused coaching and relentless technique work can still change a veteran's game. Plus, Shaun takes aim at Jerry Jones and dismisses the Cowboys' latest Super Bowl expectations before the show dives into memorable New York preseason moments.

Darius Slayton's drops have Shaun Morash worried that the Giants will once again learn the hard way they cannot trust him in the biggest moments. Tiki Barber sees another possibility, explaining how Tom Coughlin forced him to fix his fumbling issues and why John Harbaugh could have a similar impact on Slayton's technique and focus. Shaun also unloads on Jerry Jones and declares the Cowboys are going nowhere near the Super Bowl, while the Yankees' lineup creates another major debate over Jazz Chisholm Jr. and Luis Garcia Jr. Plus, Tiki and Shaun revisit unforgettable New York preseason moments involving Victor Cruz, Lawrence Taylor, Jason Sehorn, Mark Sanchez and Aaron Rodgers.

Craig says the Giants are lacking strong skill position players outside Malik Nabers. The Yankees squeak out a win despite continued offensive struggles. The Lakers get sold once again. Craig has an idea for a new website.

Talking Arvell Reese, OBJ, Nabers, Slayton, OLine/DLine, Dart and more!

Jerry and Willie Colon step in for Boomer & Gio, kicking off with Willie's sleep-deprived travel nightmare from Atlanta involving stinky chips, a bad massage, a pants-dropping banana man, a dog, and connection flight chaos. C-Lo brings the updates on the Yankees' 3-1 loss to the Cardinals, leading into a debate over Aaron Judge's slow-healing rib injury and players battling through pain. Willie then recaps his media relations visit to the Jets, notes win streaks for the Red Sox and Rays, reacts to Jefry Yan's viral Mets debut, and dives into Darius Slayton's praise for John Harbaugh and the impact of strong leadership. After revealing how Disney turned him into a cruise guy, Jerry and Willie cap the hour agreeing the struggling Yankees offense won't fix itself until Aaron Judge returns.

Darius Slayton thinks he got the “Tom Coughlin-esque” coach he was looking for in John Harbaugh. Willie speaks to the importance of leadership and how players can sense a difference when it's real and strong vs weak. On a fun note, Willie is a fan of Disney Cruises and recently shot a commercial for them after they heard about his experiences. Disney made Willie a cruise guy.