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Cornerback Paulson Adebo addresses the media after Tuesday's training camp practice in West Virginia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony breaks down Day 4 of New York Giants Training Camp! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Vita Vea would immediately strengthen the Giants' defensive front, but acquiring him could cost Kayvon Thibodeaux, draft capital and another major contract. Drew and Rob debate whether the upgrade in the middle would justify sacrificing a younger pass rusher entering a critical season.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.Should the Giants trade Kayvon Thibodeaux for Vita Vea? Vea would fill a larger immediate need, but the Giants would be surrendering youth, contract control and potentially an additional draft pick for a 31-year-old seeking a new deal.The trade request leads to a detailed discussion about whether Joe Schoen should call Tampa Bay and what a realistic offer could look like. Because the Buccaneers need pass-rush help, Drew and Rob examine a hypothetical package built around Thibodeaux and a Day 3 pick. A fourth-round selection is viewed as a reasonable ceiling, while adding a second-round pick would make the price excessive.Would Vea become the best defensive tackle on the Giants immediately, or would New York be repeating the type of expensive commitment it avoided by trading Dexter Lawrence?Vea remains a major interior presence, but age and money complicate the decision. The Giants would need to determine whether he fits their competitive timeline, whether they could extend him at a manageable number and whether Vea would even want to join New York after watching the Lawrence situation unfold. John Harbaugh's arrival and the organization's new direction could help the pitch, but this remains a hypothetical debate—not a report that the Giants and Buccaneers have discussed a trade.The Giants also announced a major expansion of their East Rutherford headquarters and training facility. The project includes approximately 93,500 square feet of new construction and 46,000 square feet of renovations, with completion expected before the 2028 season.Drew and Rob react to the planned locker room, weight room, nutrition, recovery and rehabilitation upgrades while questioning how much the project reflects Harbaugh's influence. The investment suggests ownership is preparing for a long-term change in how the football operation trains, communicates and supports its players.Is this simply an overdue modernization, or evidence that the Giants are finally providing their football staff with the infrastructure expected from a serious NFL organization?The largest portion of the episode examines the 18 players brought in for workouts. The group included quarterback Jake Haener; running back Kylin James; wide receivers Malik Heath and Eric McAlister; tight ends Zach Davidson, Tyler Moore and Scotty Washington; offensive tackles Jake Curhan, Luke Felix-Fualalo and Derek Simmons; defensive tackles Marlon Davidson, Daniel Ekuale and Foley Fatukasi; linebackers Kenneth Murray and Chandler Martin; and defensive backs Tony Grimes, Ahmaad Moses and Sam Webb.Rather than treating every workout as a major move, Drew and Rob separate the legitimate depth candidates from the developmental long shots. Curhan offers more than 50 games of NFL experience and tackle-guard versatility. Murray brings extensive starting experience at linebacker. Fatukasi has a proven history as an early-down run defender, while Haener gives the team another developmental quarterback option.McAlister's final season at TCU, Moses' ball production at SMU and Grimes' former five-star pedigree provide upside, but each player would need to prove value on special teams or at the bottom of the depth chart. The size of the workout group also raises a broader question: Is the new Giants staff dissatisfied with the roster, or simply creating constant competition before training camp?Two players earned contracts after the workout. Former second-round pick Marlon Davidson brings defensive-line versatility and previous experience with Dennard Wilson in Tennessee. His production has never matched his draft position, but familiarity with the scheme gives him a realistic chance to compete for rotational snaps.Tyler Moore enters as a blocking-oriented tight end and H-back after limited receiving production at Iowa State. His path to the roster depends almost entirely on blocking, special teams and assignment reliability. Drew and Rob question whether Moore offers enough upside to beat out the other depth tight ends or whether he is more likely headed for the practice squad.The episode closes with Wilson's encouraging comments about Deonte Banks. Wilson said Banks had a “helluva offseason,” has been running toward coaching instead of away from it and appears to be in a better headspace.Can better coaching finally unlock Banks, or have Giants fans heard too many offseason turnaround stories?The hosts remain cautious about expecting a former first-round star to suddenly emerge. A more realistic success would be Banks becoming a dependable defensive back, depth option and possible return contributor. Training camp will determine whether the offseason praise represents genuine progress or another temporary burst of optimism.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/The package follows the Buzzsprout requirement to lead with the gain-versus-sacrifice tradeoff, include the searchable Big Question and omit chapters unless specifically requested. The facility, workout, signing and Banks details are grounded in the supplied episode material.Send us Fan MailSupport the show

The NFC East is undergoing a massive schematic face-lift with new coordinators, roster overhauls, and shifting defensive philosophies across all four teams. We break down everything from the Commanders' transition to a Flores-style blitz system and the Cowboys' interior front rebuild to Vic Fangio's match-coverage secondary in Philly and the structural evolution in New York. Dive into this complete divisional preview for a punchy, tape-grounded look at the tactical changes that will decide the NFL's most dramatic division.—In this episode:Washington Commanders: Fired Kliff Kingsbury and Whit Jr. to install an under-center, run-heavy offense under David Blough and an aggressive, Flores-style blitz defense under Daronte Jones to protect both Jayden Daniels and a vulnerable secondary.Dallas Cowboys: Moved past Micah Parsons to build an inside-out front anchored by Quinnen Williams and Kenny Clark, utilizing an aggregate edge rush to keep a light linebacker core clean while Christian Parker implements a Nickel-based split-field toolbox.Philadelphia Eagles: Replaced A.J. Brown with a Shanahan/LaFleur-style gun-run offense led by Sean Mannion, while a returning Vic Fangio deploys a high-leverage match-coverage secondary featuring young corner talents.New York Giants: Embarked on a multi-year organizational reset by mirroring the Ravens' dual-silo tracking system, combining Matt Nagy's spread offense with Dennard Wilson's disguise-heavy, press-quarters defense.Divisional Outlook: Massive schematic overhauls and heavy programmatic shifts across the board make this a high-stakes chess match, with the Eagles holding the division to lose while Dallas and Washington lean into contrasting, explosive defensive updates.—Timestamps:00:00 - NFC East Divisional Overview02:26 - Offseason Receiver Drama and Roster Resets05:48 - Impact Rookies and Safety Trends08:07 - John Harbaugh and the New Giants Model09:26 - Washington Commanders Schematic Shift16:43 - Daronte Jones and the FaceMelter Defense20:01 - Dallas Cowboys Front Rebuild and Secondary Toolbox30:27 - Philadelphia Eagles Post-A.J. Brown Pivot37:13 - New York Giants Tactical Rebuild—» Join Felix and Cody each Wednesday as we dive deep into the game we love!MatchQuarters is a reader-supported publication. So, make sure to subscribe.—© 2026 MatchQuarters | Cody Alexander | All rights reserved. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.matchquarters.com/subscribe

The Giants have improved their roster and replaced the coaching staff, but outside evaluations still view them as a bottom-third NFL team. PFF projects only 7.36 wins, while ESPN ranks New York's starting lineup 23rd. Would seven victories represent meaningful progress, or confirm that too many roster weaknesses remain?Follow the show on Spotify, and leave a five-star rating and review on Apple Podcasts to help more Giants fans find us.Drew and Rob break down the Giants' decision to claim defensive tackle C.J. Ravenell off waivers and waive/injure cornerback Rico Payton. Ravenell has previous connections to both John Harbaugh and Dennard Wilson, but his addition also reinforces concerns about a defensive-tackle group already viewed as the roster's biggest weakness.The episode examines the Giants' projected win total, their No. 23 starting-lineup ranking and the contrast between an elite edge-rusher group and an uncertain interior defensive line. Isaiah Likely's potential role, Darius Alexander's development and several other possible breakout players are also discussed.The conversation then turns to three players entering critical seasons. Jalin Hyatt faces a crowded receiver room after producing only five catches last year. Jon Runyan could become a trade or cut candidate, with the Giants able to create $9.25 million in savings. John Michael Schmitz may also need to prove his long-term value before receiving a new contract.The show closes with JuJu Smith-Schuster's upcoming wedding and his connection to Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's celebration.This is the audio from the latest live show.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballsAll episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Anthony breaks down why Paulson Adebo will bounce back for the Giants in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Friday. Munaf Manji and Dave Essler open the holiday weekend with a loaded Friday edition of Cash That Ticket, breaking down four featured MLB matchups before diving into the New York Giants NFL win total and closing with their best bets for the night. The show starts with a recap of Thursday's action, including a walk off win for Dave's best bet with the Cleveland Guardians and a narrow miss on his personal Seattle Mariners play behind a dominant Bryce Miller outing. From there the hosts break down Pittsburgh at Washington, where Foster Griffin's excellent form and edge against left handed hitters make the Nationals a clear first five innings lean, followed by Baltimore at Cincinnati, where hot weather and a rested Orioles club point toward a team total over. The Mets and Braves matchup becomes a bullpen driven under conversation given Christian Scott's inability to work deep into games, while Grant Holmes tries to navigate a Mets lineup he has rarely faced, all while Atlanta continues to play without Ronald Acuña Jr. The fourth featured game brings Michael King back to the mound against Shohei Ohtani and the Dodgers one night after a wild slugfest, with both hosts targeting the first five innings under behind King's strong season long trend against Los Angeles hitters not named Freddie Freeman and Kyle Tucker. Beyond the headline games, Munaf flags value on the Rays against a struggling Spencer Arrighetti, while Dave breaks down a market driven angle on Arizona getting extra runs against Kyle Harrison and the Brewers. The back half of the show shifts to football as the pair continue their win total series with the New York Giants, weighing new head coach John Harbaugh's track record of fast turnarounds against the loss of Wan'Dale Robinson to the Titans and the trade of Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals, while balancing those changes against a healthy Malik Nabers, the additions of Odell Beckham Jr. and JuJu Smith-Schuster, and a promising young defensive front led by Abdul Carter and Brian Burns under new coordinator Dennard Wilson. Dave takes the over while Munaf sides with the under, setting up a friendly wager between the two co-hosts heading into the season. The show wraps with best bets for Friday, as Dave splits his play on the Astros and Munaf backs the Nationals on the moneyline, plus a quick look at a WNBA angle favoring the Chicago Sky against A'ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces. Throughout the episode, listeners are reminded to visit pregame.com and use promo code FIREWORKS12 for the holiday weekend all access package, discounted from eighty nine dollars to seventy seven dollars through Monday night, unlocking every best bet from the full team of Pregame pros. Cash That Ticket returns Monday with the next installment of the NFL win total series covering the Minnesota Vikings, alongside continued daily coverage of the MLB season, the World Cup knockout stage, and the broader sports calendar throughout the holiday weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony breaks down the most fascinating position battle of Giants training camp: the CB2 spot opposite Paulson Adebo. While the media focus is on veterans like Greg Newsome and the reclamation project of Deonte Banks, I explain why second-round pick Colton Hood out of Tennessee has the exact toolkit to run away with the starting job this summer. We dive into Hood's stellar SEC tape—where he earned second-team All-SEC honors and allowed just one touchdown on 451 coverage snaps last year—and match his physical, press-heavy skillset to what defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson wants to execute. Plus, we break down his elite 2026 NFL Combine testing and explain how his natural playmaking instincts give him the edge over the standard veteran stopgaps. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Giants Defensive Line Coach, Dennis Johnson, tells us about working under Dennard Wilson, what constitutes a good defensive line in his opinion, and what he likes about the Giants defensive line group going into the 2026 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony delivers a comprehensive, deep-dive recap of everything that went down across all 9 Giants OTA practice sessions. We break down the absolute defense anchored by sophomore edge Abdul Carter and rookie linebacker sensation Arvell Reese, and analyze how Jaxson Dart is engineering Matt Nagy's offense against Dennard Wilson's aggressive, exotic pressure packages. Plus, we look at the lock-down boundary traits of rookie corner Colton Hood, the spectacular spring performances from wideouts Malachi Fields and Calvin Austin III, and the high-stakes special teams drama that sees Dominic Zvada leading the kicker competition after a nightmarish performance from Ben Sauls. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony breaks down all the major highlights, notes, and takeaways from Giants OTA Practice No. 4. We dive into Brian Burns' dominant afternoon generating quick sacks, and why No. 5 overall pick Arvell Reese is blowing the coaching staff away. Plus, we analyze safety Tyler Nubin, and look at how sophomore QB Jaxson Dart is processing the game. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony recaps all the breaking news, notes, and explosive highlights from Day 2 of the Giants' 2026 OTA practices. We break down Calvin Austin III's eventful afternoon where he carved up the secondary on deep overs, screens, and slants, and why Isaiah Likely just secured the play of the spring with a ridiculous one-handed leaping grab. We also check in on Jaxson Dart's quick decision-making against Dennard Wilson's exotic blitz packages and why sophomore edge rusher Abdul Carter is still a nightmare to block. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Monte and Sal dive into the latest Giants sound bites from OTAAs, praising Kavon Thibodeaux's professionalism and motivation in his contract year while breaking down how the new defense under John Harbaugh and Dennard Wilson will deploy him alongside the revamped linebacker group. They then preview the full 2025 schedule in quarters, delivering win predictions for every stretch of games and sharing their overall optimism that the Giants are built for double digit wins in Year 1 of the Harbaugh era.Follow Us:@HesAGiantPod@montecri5to@queens_guy

John Harbaugh gave Giants fans the edge they have been begging for, but calling out the Cowboys also raises the pressure on Big Blue to back it up in Week 1.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.The Big Question: Is John Harbaugh's Cowboys callout good for the Giants? It can be if the harder standard shows up in practice, discipline, and Week 1 execution, but until the Giants beat Dallas when it counts, it is still just a receipt waiting to be cashed.Drew and Rob react to Harbaugh's Town Hall comments about wanting the Giants to be good enough to “kick the Cowboys' ass,” CeeDee Lamb answering back with “lol that's cute,” and why this Week 1 Sunday Night Football matchup already feels personal. The Cowboys have controlled this rivalry for too long, but Jaxson Dart finally gave Giants fans something to point to after last year's win, and Harbaugh is clearly not interested in tiptoeing into the NFC East.The conversation then shifts to Dexter Lawrence, and Harbaugh's blunt “he can go live his life” answer after Lawrence's exit. Drew and Rob get into why Dexter's departure still bothers Giants fans, why the lack of a real goodbye matters, and why Harbaugh's comment felt like a direct defense of the players who actually want to be in the building.From there, the show turns into a bigger debate about the new Harbaugh standard. Kayvon Thibodeaux says things are different. Jaxson Dart says Harbaugh's intensity and attention to detail are obvious. Drew and Rob like the tone, but they are not ready to buy another offseason “vibes are different” story until wins follow.Dart's playing style also becomes a major topic. He says he knows the most important thing is staying on the field, but he also made it clear that on third or fourth down, he is still willing to go through a defender. That leads to the obvious Giants fan plea: slide. Keep the edge, keep the toughness, but stop giving away your availability.The defense gets a long look too, especially Dennard Wilson being compared to Wink Martindale. Kayvon pointed out the similarities, Brandon Brown talked about pressure from different alignments, and Brian Burns praised Wilson's black-and-white, no-BS coaching style. Drew and Rob explain why the aggression is exciting, why Arvell Reese could fit that world, and why Wilson still has to avoid the worst parts of the old Wink experience.The episode closes with early Giants record predictions, the Dolphins joint-practice news, OTAs beginning, and why the guys are not falling for every fake offseason hype story just because somebody looked good in shorts.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Is 2026 a bridge year, or are the New York Giants playoff-bound? On this episode of Giant Mess, Neal Lynch breaks down the monstrous New York Giants offseason, starting with the massive culture shift brought on by new Head Coach John Harbaugh.We react to the heartbreaking Dexter Lawrence trade, grade the NFL Draft, and dive deep into the completely overhauled coaching staff. Will Matt Nagy actually elevate Jaxson Dart? Why are we hoarding former Titans coaches like Dennard Wilson and Brian Callahan? Plus, we go game-by-game through the 2026 Giants schedule release to predict whether this squad is destined for a 7-10 rebuild or a shocking playoff run.Episode Highlights:The Harbaugh Effect: Why the Giants are suddenly a destination franchise again.The Nagy Dilemma: Can Matt Nagy recreate his Patrick Mahomes magic with Jaxson Dart, or are we doomed for a Chicago Bears repeat?Life After Sexy Dexy: Reacting to the Dexter Lawrence blockbuster trade and what it means for the defensive interior.Coaching Carousel: Analyzing the additions of Greg Roman, Dennard Wilson, and Charlie Bowen.Schedule Predictions: Examining the full New York Giants schedule release for guaranteed wins and brutal primetime matchupsNew York Giants Fan Rants & Analysis - https://bit.ly/NYGiantsYTPlaylist NY Mets Fan Rants & Analysis - https://bit.ly/MetsYTPlaylist Movie Reviews - https://bit.ly/GiantMessMovieReviews TV Show Reactions - https://bit.ly/GiantMessTV Funny Stories -  https://bit.ly/GiantMessFunnyStoriesABOUT NEAL LYNCH:Neal Lynch is the creator and host of Giant Mess, a podcast blending sports commentary, pop culture analysis, and storytelling. Former 4th string quarterback and middle relief pitcher at a Division III school. Degrees in Film & Media Studies and Communications. Helped multiple major media and entertainment publishers develop, produce, optimize, distribute, and promote videos across web, video, and social media platforms. Single dad who loves to blog, podcast, write, edit, optimize, strategize, and over-analyze.  ABOUT "GIANT MESS":"Giant Mess" is a weird sports and entertainment comedy podcast hosted by a giant mess, the Real Cinch Neal Lynch. Neal covers New York Giants football, NY Mets baseball, movies, and TV shows, mixing in funny stories along the way.  Episodes focus on movie reviews, tv show recaps, post-game analysis, predictions, breakdowns, reactions, and funny stories.Subscribe to Giant Mess on YouTube: ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/GiantMessYT⁠⁠ Follow me on:* Link Tree - ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/neallynch⁠⁠  * My Official Blog - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/neallynchBLOG⁠⁠ * Facebook Page - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/GiantMessFB⁠⁠    * Twitter - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/NealLynchTW⁠⁠     * Personal Instagram - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/NealLynchIG⁠⁠    * Podcast Instagram - ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/GiantMessInstagram⁠⁠  * Subscribe on Apple Podcasts - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/GiantMessApple⁠⁠  * Subscribe on Spotify - ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/GiantMessSpotify⁠⁠ 

John Schmeelk sits down with former NFL quarterback and analyst from NBC Sports, Chris Simms, to discuss his thoughts on the Giants draft class, what the Giants defensive front could look like, and the Giants offensive additions in the offseason. 00:00 - Arvell Reese 8:50 - Dennard Wilson and the Giants defense 15:05 - Giants pass rush 20:00 - Jaxson Dart and the offense 27:00 - Offensive additions 33:20 - NFC outlookSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants walked away with Arvell Reese, Francis Mauigoa, Colton Hood, Malachi Fields, and a tougher-looking draft class, but the cost of trading up for Fields is the move that could backfire. Did Joe Schoen build a more physical Giants roster, or did he pay too much for a receiver who still has real projection risk?Follow the show on Spotify so you never miss a Giants reaction episode. If you listen on Apple Podcasts, leave us a 5-star rating and review to help more Giants fans find the show.Drew and Rob break down the full New York Giants draft class and give their grades after a weekend that brought excitement, surprise, and plenty of debate. The episode starts with Arvell Reese at No. 5, a pick the guys viewed as a shock because they did not expect him to fall that far. Reese is discussed as a true linebacker, not just an edge rusher, with the ability to stop the run, blitz, spy mobile quarterbacks, and move around enough to make the defense more dangerous.From there, the conversation turns to Francis Mauigoa at No. 10, the pick acquired through the Dexter Lawrence trade. The big debate is not just Mauigoa himself, but the fact that the Giants passed on Caleb Downs twice. Drew and Rob argue that Mauigoa may not be the flashy pick, but protecting Jaxson Dart and building a tougher offensive line matters more than chasing the sexier name. They frame him as a possible guard early, a mauling run blocker, and a tone-setting piece for the kind of offense John Harbaugh and Greg Roman want to build.Colton Hood may be the pick Drew loved most. The show digs into why Hood fits Dennard Wilson's defense, why his press-man style matters, and why the Texans trading up for Kayden McDonald right before the Giants does not automatically mean the Giants got jumped. Hood is praised as a physical, confident outside corner with real swagger and a path to becoming a major piece in the secondary.The strongest argument of the episode comes with Malachi Fields. The Giants traded picks 105, 145, and a future fourth to move up to No. 74, and Drew makes it clear he thinks that was too much. Rob pushes back by arguing that if Fields becomes the player the Giants believe he can be, the cost may end up looking justified. That becomes the central tension of the episode: is the value of the player enough to excuse the price of the move? Fields brings size, contested-catch ability, blocking value, and a different body type to the receiver room, but the concerns about separation and the cost of the trade keep this from being a clean win.The episode closes with the Day 3 picks, including Bobby Jamison-Travis, J.C. Davis, and Jack Kelly. Jamison-Travis is discussed as a true run-stopping defensive tackle with a real chance to earn a rotational role after the Dexter Lawrence trade. Davis is viewed as a powerful run blocker with possible guard projection if the Giants can clean up his pass-blocking technique. Kelly is framed as a tough, old-school linebacker and special teams candidate who could eventually become a fan favorite.Drew gives the draft a B-plus, while Rob lands at an A-minus. The disagreement is not about whether the Giants got more physical. They did. The disagreement is whether the Malachi Fields trade-up was smart aggression or an overpay that lowered the ceiling of the class grade. Giants fans, what letter grade are you giving this draft: A, B, C, D, or F — and which pick made or broke the grade for you?Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballsAll episodes: Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson talks with former Giants center and Super Bowl champion Shaun O'Hara about the culture and identity of the defense, presented by Cadillac.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants may be trying to get bigger and tougher up front, but they could weaken both lines if Dexter Lawrence's contract fight drags on while Daniel Faalele becomes part of the answer on the offensive line. Is this a smart trench reset or a wrong bet that could backfire before Week 1?Follow us on Spotify so you do not miss an episode, and if you listen on Apple, please drop a 5-star rating and review to help more Giants fans find the show.In this episode, Drew and Rob go hard on what feels like the real pressure point of the Giants offseason: the trenches. Dexter Lawrence skipping the voluntary program as his contract situation hangs over the team is not just normal spring drama. It puts the entire defensive line under a microscope, because the Giants cannot replace what he means to that front if this gets uglier. The guys break down why they still think this is more about money than a true desire to leave, where Joe Shane may have mishandled the timing, and why the team now has almost no clean options if the standoff lasts any longer. If the Giants want to build a nasty, physical defense, how do they pull that off without their most dominant lineman fully settled? And if they cave too quickly, how do they protect themselves from paying for past production instead of future dominance?On the other side, the Daniel Faalele signing turns into a full-blown debate about whether the Giants are making another risky bet on the offensive line. Drew is openly worried this is the kind of Harbaugh-linked move fans were afraid of, especially if Faalele is viewed as a real starting option instead of just cheap depth. The guys get into his ugly recent grading, why Ravens fans were glad to see him go, and why right guard still feels unsettled even after another body was added. Is this just harmless competition, or is it a bad priority for a team that still needs a real answer in front of its quarterback?They also hit Paulson Adebo missing the offseason program and why that rubbed them the wrong way, the latest timeline on Cam Skattebo and Malik Nabers, Ryan Miller coming back, Kayvon Thibodeaux trade chatter, and Dennard Wilson's vision for a violent, suffocating New York defense. But the heart of the episode is simple: if the Giants do not get the lines right, everything else gets a lot harder.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson speaks to the media Tuesday as the offseason workout program begins at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Schmeelk is joined by former NFL General Manager, Ran Carthon, to discuss the process of building out a roster, how free agency impacts the draft, and possibilities at pick number five and pick 37. :00 - Giants free agency 7:25 - Draft process 17:10 - Dennard Wilson and Matt Nagy 20:30 - Possibilities with the fifth pick 39:20 - More on the top five pick 48:30 - Possibilities at pick 37See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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John Schmeelk is joined by Cody Alexander, NFL analyst on MatchQuarters.com, to discuss his breakdown of Dennard Wilson’s defensive scheme, what kind of coverages he likes to run, and how that fits in with John Harbaugh’s goals on defense. :00 - Dennard Wilson’s coverages 10:20 - Zone vs man coverage 19:20 - Safeties and linebackers 26:20 - Defensive front 32:15 - Good instincts and intelligenceSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony and Alex react to the breaking news: The New York Giants are releasing linebacker and defensive captain Bobby Okereke. In a move that saves the team $9 million against the 2026 salary cap, Joe Schoen and John Harbaugh have signaled that nobody is safe in this total roster overhaul. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Derrick, beat writer for ChiefsDigest.com, talks about what Matt Nagy can bring to this Giants offense, and Jim Wyatt, who writes for TennesseeTitans.com, discusses how Dennard Wilson, Frank Bush, and Brian Callahan bring to the Giants schemes. :00 - Matt Nagy’s offense 18:15 - Dennard Wilson’s defense 21:30 - Blitzing and coverages 27:35 - Frank Bush - Inside Linebackers 33:20 - Brian Callahan - Passing gameSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony and Alex discuss Caleb Downs and react to John Harbaugh's interview on the Mike Francesa Podcast. Harbaugh didn't hold back when asked about Ohio State's Caleb Downs, calling him a "potential future Hall of Fame safety" and emphasizing a "Best Player Available" philosophy for the 2026 NFL Draft. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NY Giants free agency is where this defense gets rebuilt, and the run defense + corner room can't be ignored.If you listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, a quick 5-star rating and follow us. It helps a ton.We go position-by-position on defensive free agent targets, starting up front with veteran interior options who can actually hold the line next to Dexter Lawrence. Then we hit edge depth (especially if Kayvon Thibodeaux gets moved), linebacker value plays if Micah McFadden walks and the team makes a tough cap call on Bobby Okereke, and press-man corner fits for Dennard Wilson's system. We wrap with safety options tied to the Harbaugh/Wilson tree and what “real” secondary depth should look like.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@2giantgoofballs?sub_confirmation=1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2giantgoofballs X: https://x.com/2giantgoofballsListener Q&A: If you can only fund one fix, is it run-stopping DT (A) or CB1 (B)?Send a textSupport the show

Baltimore Ravens writer, Clifton Brown, talks about what John Harbaugh brings to the Giants organization, discusses the coaches he brought in from Baltimore, and touches on how a John Harbaugh coached team is built. :00 - John Harbaugh and his staff 5:00 - Special teams 11:40 - Greg Roman 15:45 - Willie Taggart 17:20 - Dennard Wilson 20:40 - Dennis Johnson 22:35 - Matt Robinson 26:30 - A John Harbaugh cultureSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony breaks down the breaking news that Charlie Bullen has withdrawn from multiple Defensive Coordinator searches to sign an extension with the New York Giants. Bullen adds "Defensive Run Game Coordinator" to his title, a massive promotion for the man credited with saving the Giants' defense in late 2025. The Giants also unveiled their full official coaching staff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

En este episodio de Zona Gigantes desgranamos el nuevo staff técnico de los @nygiants que está tomando forma bajo el mando de John Harbaugh. Analizamos fichajes clave como Brian Callahan, quien llega desde la NFL con experiencia como head coach para liderar a nuestros quarterbacks y coordinar el juego de pase, y el rol que tendrá junto a Matt Nagy como coordinador ofensivo, construyendo un ataque más dinámico para Jaxson Dart y el arsenal ofensivo de New York. Hablamos también de cómo el cuerpo defensivo y los equipos especiales se están reforzando con nombres como Dennard Wilson en defensa y Chris Horton como coordinador de equipos especiales, completando una revolución en la dirección técnica con Harbaugh marcando el rumbo. Además, en un segmento especial, Rubén nos cuenta desde San Francisco su experiencia en el Super Bowl LX, entre el ambiente eléctrico de la ciudad del Golden Gate y las conclusiones más jugosas del gran partido de la temporada. Todo ello con anécdotas, perspectiva de aficionado viajero y ese toque personal que hace única cada Zona Gigantes. 📌 No te pierdas: • Cómo encajan estos coaches en el proyecto 2026 • Qué significa para el desarrollo de la plantilla • Lo que nos dejó el viaje a San Francisco y el Super Bowl ✔️ Suscríbete para más análisis profundo de los Giants ✔️ Dale like si te moló el viaje + análisis técnico ✔️ Comenta qué fichaje te ilusiona mas

NY Giants Hire Matt Nagy + Dennard Wilson | Other NYG News

Art analyzes the latest hires in John Harbaugh’s coaching staff.

Anthony and Alex dive into the looming defensive overhaul for the New York Giants. As the 2026 offseason begins, the Giants face a critical cap crunch that could lead to the departure of captain Bobby Okereke and a potential blockbuster trade involving Kayvon Thibodeaux. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Justin and Shaun react to Giants hiring Dennard Wilson as the Giants new DC + HC John Harbaugh making more changes to his staff.Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app and use promo code JMFOOTBALLStart your free online visit today at https://Hims.com/giants for your personalized ED treatment options00:00 Dennard Wilson hired as Giants DC2:15 Dennard Wilson's resume6:30 Breaking down the Titans pass rush under Wilson8:50 The context of just how bad the Titans roster was11:10 We think Dennard Wilson can be a good leader12:45 Defensive identity of Dennard Wilson21:30 Run defense for Dennard Wilson23:30 What should be next for this Giants defense?28:00 Chris Horton hired as special teams coordinator + Assistant HC31:40 Kevin Abrams is out39:20 Ronnie Barnes out as Head Athletic Trainer47:50 Coaching Staff Changes, TE Coach Tim Kelly returns50:50 DC Charlie Bullen stays on staff53:36 OL Coach Carmen Bricillo leaving the Giants01:00:20 STC Michael Ghobrial Out01:02:20 Harbaugh adding Megan Rosburg to the staff01:04:13 Traveling to the Senior BowlCheck 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 Gambling Problem? Call one eight hundred GAMBLER. New York: call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY. Connecticut: call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit CCPG dot org. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino in Kansas. Wager tax pass-through may apply in Illinois. Twenty one plus in most states. Void in Ontario. Restrictions apply. Bet must win to receive Bonus Bets which expire in 7 days. Minimum odds required. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot co slash audio.Limited time offer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jonathan Gannon and Dennard Wilson are off the board, Karl Scott is headed to the Super Bowl...where does all this leave the Commanders as they look for their next defensive coordinator?

Anthony sits down for a solo Mailbag Monday to answer your questions from the community tab. We're diving deep into how John Harbaugh's arrival changes everything for the current roster, who the top Free Agent targets are, and what the path to the 2026 playoffs actually looks like for Big Blue. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us a textThe New York Giants continue reshaping their coaching staff with major hires on both sides of the ball. John Harbaugh puts his stamp on the organization by hiring Dennard Wilson as defensive coordinator and Chris Horton as special teams coordinator and assistant head coach, signaling a clear philosophical shift in how this team is built and coached.In this episode, we break down what Dennard Wilson actually brings to the Giants defense beyond surface-level statistics. His scheme flexibility, aggressive pressure concepts, and heavy emphasis on teaching defensive backs are examined in the context of a unit that has struggled with consistency, communication, and situational execution. We also discuss how Wilson's experience working with elite interior defensive linemen could translate into expanded opportunities for Dexter Lawrence and the Giants' front.Special teams are also a major focus. Chris Horton arrives from Baltimore with a long track record of disciplined, fundamentals-driven special teams play. We analyze where his Ravens units excelled, where they struggled, and why field position and hidden yardage could finally become strengths instead of liabilities for the Giants.The conversation expands to the broader staff build, including retained coaches, incoming Ravens assistants, and the growing pipeline between Baltimore and New York. This isn't just about filling roles — it's about reshaping preparation, accountability, and on-field identity across the entire organization.Thank you for watching & for your support. You made it to the bottom of the description so you must like the show! Show Everyone You are a Goofball By Checking Out Our Merchandise Store https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support the Show on Buy Me a Coffee - Kill Our Livers Buy Us Beers! https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs Subscribe to Our YouTube Channel - Best Way to Watch Our Content https://www.youtube.com/@2giantgoofballs?sub_confirmation=1 Become a Member of the YouTube Goofball Channel for Perks https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-tiLjkehiawtN-v6gMFViA/join Follow us On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/2giantgoofballs Follow us On X https://x.com/2giantgoofballsSupport the show

Anthony reacts to the news that the New York Giants officially hired Dennard Wilson as Defensive Coordinator and Chris Horton as Special Teams Coordinator. These two hires add collective winning experience to John Harbaugh's new staff. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

From 'Take Command' (subscribe here): The Commanders continue to search for their new defensive coordinator... Logan and Grant breakdown the appeal of Patrick Graham and Dennard Wilson as candidates, their strengths and weaknesses, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

***Third Segment*** The Commanders continue to search for their new defensive coordinator... Logan and Grant breakdown the appeal of Patrick Graham and Dennard Wilson as candidates, their strengths and weaknesses, and more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grant Paulsen and Logan Paulsen dive into the Commanders DC Interviewees Breakdown & Defensive Personnel Sharpie, Pen, Or Pencil? in an action-packed episode of the pod. The Commanders continue to search for their new defensive coordinator... so the boys are back to breakdown the appeal of this defense, who to keep no matter what, who to consider depending on scheme and contract, and who to wave goodbye to. Then, they breakdown the interviewees for the Commanders DC job including Jonathan Gannon, Patrick Graham, Dennard Wilson, and more. Find out all that and more on this episode of Take Command!

In the second hour, DVD discusses what Arden Key said after the Titans' loss to the 49ers and Dennard Wilson's response to tha,t and more reactions 

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Cover 2 with Blaine and Zach - Hour 2 - Dennard Wilson Makes Odd Statement + Coach Mac joinsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cover 2 with Blaine and Zach - Hour 2 - Dennard Wilson Makes Odd Statement + Coach Mac joinsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second hour, DVD discusses the 8th out of 10 Willy's Titans questions heading into the season. They also discuss the Titans' defense and how much improvement we should expect from Dennard Wilson and the Titans' defense? 

In the first hour, DVD gives their Reaction to Titans waiver claims/Adam has some draft-related research that is sure to drive Willy *BONKERS* . They also discuss can the Titans' unheralded signings on defense help them improve on the margins in Year 2 under Dennard Wilson? 

Gentry Estes from the Tennessean joins the show to share his thoughts on Titans practice and what he saw in the scuffle yesterday.  We talk Titans and take your phones for the rest of the hour.  What kind of impact can we expect from L'Jarius Sneed this season?  Can they find enough pass-rush help and how much will Dennard Wilson have to scheme?  We get back into some thoughts from the Simmons and Ward scuffle yesterday.

Taylor Zarzour and Coach Mac look back at all the action from the Titans first preseason game against Tampa Bay. Defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson join the show to talk all things defense and throwing everything a Cam Ward in practice. Plus, specialist Morgan Cox, Johnny Hekker and Joey Slye on building a strong connection on the field and golf course.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Justin Melo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Justin Graver⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ are back to react to the new rookie documentary video produced by the Titans media team, The Titans of Tennessee | Class of 2025. 0:00 Exclusive look at Titans rookie class 2:53 Our one critique 4:17 Dennard Wilson & what it means to be a Titan 6:44 Another side of Brian Callahan 8:13 Jackson Slater 9:23 Draft day phone calls 12:54 Cam Ward's section 14:51 Shared characteristics of the draft class 18:01 Wrap Up ------------ The Music City Audible is presented by Sinker's Beverages in East Nashville and Bluegrass Beverages in Hendersonville. Join the Sinker's Beverages In Crowd: https://sinkers.storebyweb.com/s/1000-1/register ------------ Pre-order the new edition of Justin Melo's "Titans of the South" here: https://www.titansofthesouth.com ------------ MCA YOUTUBE CHANNEL: youtube.com/@musiccityaudiblepodcast