Podcast appearances and mentions of Eli Manning

In Wednesday's edition of Quick Hits, Nick Wilson and Jonathan Peterlin analyze a dunking debate between Richard Jefferson and Andre Iguodala. They examine the physical stats of legends like Yao Ming and Victor Wembanyama while exploring the "positive jealousy" Breece Hall feels toward the New York Knicks. The discussion also covers a debate from the Dan Patrick Show comparing the global legacy of Lionel Messi to the domestic fame of Eli Manning. 01:20 - NBA Dunking And Heights 06:58 - Messi Versus Eli Manning 08:30 - Breece Hall Positive Jealousy

The Knicks are NBA champions, and Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dive into what that means for Jalen Brunson's place in New York sports history. After leading the franchise to the title, Brunson's legacy is no longer just about great performances or clutch moments. It is now about whether he has climbed past some of the city's most beloved legends. The conversation turns into a passionate ranking of New York icons, from Patrick Ewing, Henrik Lundqvist, Mike Piazza and Mark Messier to Eli Manning and Derek Jeter. Evan makes the case that Brunson's championship with the Knicks carries rare weight in this city, while Tiki and the callers push back with arguments about longevity, playoff runs, star power and the lasting meaning of championships.

The Knicks are NBA champions, and Jalen Brunson's place in New York sports history is suddenly the debate of the city. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to Brunson delivering the kind of moment Knicks fans waited generations to see, then ask how far one championship can carry him among New York's most beloved sports figures. The conversation turns into a passionate climb up the New York icon ladder, with Brunson compared to Tiki, Curtis Martin, Alex Rodriguez, Henrik Lundqvist, Patrick Ewing, Mike Piazza, Mark Messier, Eli Manning and Derek Jeter. Evan argues that leading the Knicks to a title carries a rare weight in this city, while Tiki and the crew push back with points about longevity, legacy, playoff greatness and what it really means to become a New York legend.

Does Jalen Brunson already move past Derek Jeter and Eli Manning in this city? Plus more fall out from an incredible Championship run.

Jalen Brunson's championship with the Knicks sets off a heated debate about where he now belongs among New York's biggest sports legends. Evan Roberts argues that Brunson did something so rare and meaningful for the city that he has already moved past names like Eli Manning and Derek Jeter, while Tiki Barber pushes back on how quickly one title can rewrite the hierarchy. The conversation digs into what truly makes a New York icon, from championship runs and franchise droughts to star power, toughness, clutch moments and lasting love from fans. Callers jump in with passionate cases for Brunson, Eli, Messier and Jeter, turning the discussion into a larger question about whether the magnitude of saving the Knicks can outweigh longevity, rings and worldwide fame.

Jalen Brunson has delivered the kind of championship moment Knicks fans waited generations to see, and now the debate gets bigger than basketball. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dig into where Brunson belongs on the New York sports icon ladder and whether ending the Knicks drought changes how he compares to legends like Eli Manning and Derek Jeter. The conversation weighs championships, expectations, franchise droughts, postseason impact and the unique pressure of winning in New York. From callers defending Jeter and Eli to old reactions to the Brunson signing, the episode captures how quickly a good player became the face of a title team and a citywide argument.

Jalen Brunson winning a Knicks championship has turned celebration into a heated New York sports legacy debate. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber weigh whether Brunson's role in ending the Knicks drought puts him ahead of icons like Eli Manning and Derek Jeter, or whether he still needs more titles to climb that ladder. The conversation digs into what makes a championship truly historic, from Eli beating the undefeated Patriots to Jeter delivering across multiple Yankees title runs. Callers add perspective on the Knicks escaping decades of embarrassment, the power of winning in a basketball city, and why Brunson's rise has changed how New York fans measure greatness.

Bart & Chris debate whether Jalen Brunson or Eli Manning has had a bigger impact on New York sports! Plus, we continue to celebrate the Knicks championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bart & Chris revisit their debate on whether Jalen Brunson or Eli Manning has left a bigger impact on New York sports. Plus, they get to your phone calls on the debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Simms’ 2026 QB Countdown done, we go to the next logical place..an All-Time QB Countdown! Chris & Connor start with the nominees…which HOFers and future HOFers make the first cut? And as we go, the guys also name the 4 passers who lead the All-Time QB Photo list. (0:00) “You should still be sending checks to Brandon Stokley.” (1:30) All-Time QBs: How do we gauge the pre-Super Bowl passers? (7:05) Joe Namath “a decade ahead of his time” (10:20) 20th Century Super Bowl QBs: Bart Starr, Fran Tarkenton, Roger Staubach, Terry Bradshaw, Dan Fouts, Joe Montana, John Elway, Dan Marino, Warren Moon, Brett Favre, Troy Aikman, Steve Young, Jim Kelly (14:35) 21st Century Hall of Famers: Peyton Manning, Tom Brady, Drew Brees, Ben Roethlisberger (16:50) Borderline Hall of Fame candidates: Eli Manning, Philip Rivers, Matt Ryan, Russell Wilson (17:55) Hall of Fame Snubs: Ken Anderson, Phil Simms, Steve McNair (20:00) Active QBs: Aaron Rodgers, Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, Lamar Jackson, Matthew StaffordSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Building the all-time Giants offense gives fans the fun of stacking Eli Manning, Tiki Barber, Frank Gifford, Odell Beckham Jr., Mark Bavaro, Rosey Brown, Mel Hein and other legends on one roster — but the sacrifice is brutal: somebody great has to get left out.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.Who belongs on the New York Giants' all-time offense? The answer depends on whether you value peak, longevity, championships, era dominance, or pure Giants impact.Drew and Rob work through the full offensive side of the roster, starting with the quarterback room. Eli Manning is the clear modern anchor, but the Y.A. Tittle and Phil Simms discussions force a bigger argument about how to compare stats, championships, records, and historical context across eras.The running back debate gets messy fast. Tiki Barber's production is impossible to ignore, Frank Gifford has to be included because of his all-around Giants legacy, Joe Morris brings the “what if injuries didn't hit?” case, Saquon Barkley forces the uncomfortable fact-versus-feelings conversation, and Ken Strong brings the old-school era test.The receiver room might be the most fan-splitting part of the episode. Amani Toomer gets the top career argument, OBJ gets the most explosive Giants receiver argument, Del Shofner gets the era-adjusted dominance case, and Ray Flaherty and Homer Jones bring the historical impact conversation.At tight end, Mark Bavaro is treated as the clear No. 1, but Jeremy Shockey creates the classic talent-versus-maturity debate. Red Badgro also forces the question of how to translate old-school “end” positions into a modern roster.The offensive line closes the episode with some of the strongest names in Giants history: Rosey Brown, Mel Hein, Cal Hubbard, Chris Snee, Jack Stroud, Ray Wietecha, Al Blozis, Shaun O'Hara, and Frank Cope. The Al Blozis story also becomes one of the strongest historical moments of the show.Coaches were planned, but the offensive player debate ran long. That discussion gets pushed to a separate episode.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/ Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballs All episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

Anthony interviews Giants legend Ottis Anderson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this extensive episode of the Off the Screen basketball podcast, hosts Jordon, Alejandro, Sid, and Michael engage in a passionate, long-form discussion centered around the massive cultural, economic, and analytical storm of the ongoing NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. Michael kicks off the conversation by detailing his firsthand experiences on the ground in a completely transformed New York City, describing the atmosphere as mirroring a massive, city-wide New Year's Eve or Mardi Gras celebration on a standard Monday night. Watch parties are drawing tens of thousands of sports fans and casual viewers alike to public venues like Bryant Park and Central Park, demonstrating how a competitive Knicks team is actively uniting disparate communities across the five boroughs. This immense fandom has translated into an incredible economic windfall, generating an estimated $465 million in local economic activity, though the hosts lament the chaotic local side effects, such as crowded standing-room-only bars and hidden, inflated menu prices resulting in $20 margaritas.The defining spectacle of the series, however, remains the unprecedented logistical nightmare of a sitting U.S. President attending the Finals game at Madison Square Garden. The hosts break down the sheer operational madness this political visit imposed on Manhattan's infrastructure, which sits directly on top of the second busiest transit hub in North America. They discuss TSA-style street checkpoints, rigid bag bans, early building lockouts forcing workers to arrive hours ahead of schedule, and gridlock that completely paralyzed train routes and subway commuter lines connecting Jersey, Long Island, and the northern suburbs. While Sid considers the raw concept of a presidential appearance historic, Jordon brings up De'Aaron Fox's blunt remarks labeling the event a massive public inconvenience. The hosts also comment on courtside "Celebrity Row," highlighting appearances by prominent figures like Michael Bloomberg, Derek Jeter, Eli Manning, and Spike Lee. They share a laugh over a viral moment where Kings guard Jose Alvarado accidentally crashed into billionaire Bloomberg, before pivoting to mock DJ Khaled for aggressively clout-chasing and staring at his mobile phone instead of watching the action.As the podcast shifts into structural hoops analytics, the conversation evolves into a heavy debate regarding high-stakes officiating and coaching philosophy. The group critiques the foul trouble that plagued high-leverage moments in Game 3, criticizing coaching staffs for overly resting star players due to early whistles instead of letting them play through physical defensive stands. They dissect a highly controversial, uncalled push by Victor Wembanyama on Jalen Brunson, noting how a lopsided free-throw margin in the second half ultimately swung the fourth-quarter momentum. Looking at organizational legacies, Jordon raises the stakes by arguing that Wembanyama's historic ceiling gives him a legitimate, long-term opportunity to rival or even eclipse Tim Duncan's legendary Spurs legacy, while also expressing confidence in young coach Mitch Johnson's ability to fill the massive footsteps left by Gregg Popovich. Concluding with concrete predictions, Alejandro admits he initially underestimated the Knicks' true postseason dominance. Ultimately, the crew identifies Karl-Anthony Towns playing at a clear Finals MVP level as the definitive game-changer of the series, before mapping out a final transit warning: Michael desperately hopes the series concludes before a potential Game 6, which directly conflicts with a massive World Cup soccer match (France vs. Senegal) at MetLife Stadium, threatening to completely shut down Penn Station and isolate the city.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to the strange moments surrounding the Knicks Game 3 loss, starting with Mark Davis calling Josh Hart the wrong name and referring to Victor Wembanyama by his nickname. What begins as a debate over referee professionalism quickly turns into a larger conversation about whether the Knicks are getting a fair whistle. The guys also discuss whether New York needs to match San Antonio's physicality, why Shaq's comments about pushing around smaller players struck a nerve, and how Madison Square Garden's celebrity scene became part of the night's story. From Derek Jeter and Eli Manning courtside to a detour into Law and Order SVU, the hour captures the mix of frustration, humor and nervous energy around a suddenly tighter Finals series.

We start with the Knicks' Game 3 loss at the Garden, snapping a 13-game win streak when they couldn't come back in the fourth quarter after leading at the half. Derek Jeter and Eli Manning were there, reminding us of our Friday parade talk and Gio's point that we've been spoiled. Jerry's first update brings the sounds of the first half ending with the Knicks up seven, right before Charles Barkley said "it's a wrap" at halftime. The Spurs talked confidence, Wemby scored 32 making us wonder if he's the new villain, and Knicks players reacted without panicking. Finally, the Yankees beat the Guardians in ten on Cody Bellinger's game-winning hit, and we take calls from Knicks fans on the loss.

Last Call - Gene offers up some final thoughts on Robert Kraft & the Buffalo Bills news from mandatory mini camp.

The Athletic's Mike Sando joins the show to discuss a variety of NFL history topics, including Russell Wilson's legacy, Eli Manning vs. Philip Rivers, Aaron Rodgers career, and MUCH MORE.

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.

Christopher Nolan movies & best opening scenes // Russell Wilson vs Eli Manning in terms of a HOF career // Could our own Ken Laird call Brayan Bello's first game back in the minors? // Gronk comes through with some sound financial advice for rookies //

Brayan Bello gets sent down to the minors after disastrous outing yesterday // Do the Knicks have a better roster than the Celtics? // Ted updates his Pats' season predictions after A.J. Brown addition The Knicks keep on winning // Blind ranking the WORST Red Sox moments of the season so far... // A.J. Brown promises to not use social media to blast teammates // Where is all this World Cup energy we keep hearing about?! // Vic Dibitetto warns us all TO GET THE BREAD & MILK ahead of Wilbur show // Christopher Nolan movies & best opening scenes // Russell Wilson vs Eli Manning in terms of a HOF career // Could our own Ken Laird call Brayan Bello's first game back in the minors? // Gronk comes through with some sound financial advice for rookies // Bob Nightengale says other GM's perplexed by Craig Breslow // Craig Breslow says he has a great relationship with Theo Epstein // Jalen Brunson more clutch than Jayson Tatum?! // Rich debuts his brand new hit country song! //

Malik Nabers was stopped by police, but the bigger Giants story became how fast one video turned into rumor panic before the facts caught up. The gain was urgency; the sacrifice was accuracy, because the reporting later pointed to no arrest, no weapon, no citation, and a mistaken-identity situation.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.Did Giants fans overreact to the Malik Nabers police stop? Yes, the rumor cycle went too far once people started speculating about an arrest or weapon, but the initial concern was understandable because the video looked serious before the full reporting came out.Drew opens the show by separating the Malik Nabers rumor panic from the actual reporting. The discussion focuses on how quickly Giants fans and social media jumped from a police stop to worst-case speculation, even though the later reports said Nabers was allowed to leave with no arrest, no weapon found, and no citation. The episode also works in the one thing Nabers might actually be guilty of: questionable Cybertruck taste.Did OBJ say exactly what Giants fans needed to hear, or is this still just June press-conference talk?The show then circles back to Odell Beckham Jr.'s return to the Giants, including his comments about earning a roster spot and going out on his sword. Drew gives OBJ credit for sounding self-aware and grounded, while still keeping the bigger point honest: this is not a guaranteed roster spot, and the old concerns do not disappear because of one good media session.The wide receiver room also gets another look after the Giants added OBJ, Braxton Berrios, and JuJu Smith-Schuster on cheap one-year deals. Drew argues that JuJu may be the most likely of the three to actually matter this season because he still looks like a legitimate depth receiver, while OBJ and Berrios have clearer roster-question marks.Did the Giants make a smart roster move by cutting Jason Sanders, or did they just make the kicker battle more uncomfortable?The Jason Sanders release creates the next major debate. The Giants cut their veteran kicker to make room for JuJu Smith-Schuster, leaving Ben Sauls and rookie Dominic Zvada as the names to watch. Drew weighs the concern of losing the only proven kicker on the roster against John Harbaugh's special teams background, Sanders' reported struggles, and the idea that Sanders' high-trajectory kicking style may not fit a windy MetLife environment. The Jets signing Sanders right after the Giants cut him only makes the whole thing stranger.PFF's All-Giants Team closes the episode with the kind of argument Giants fans love. Eli Manning is obvious at quarterback, but Ahmad Bradshaw over Saquon Barkley starts the first real fight. The wide receiver group of Odell Beckham Jr., Hakeem Nicks, and Victor Cruz gets mostly defended, while the tight end/flex choices, Michael Strahan omission, and linebacker group create more debate. Rob joins late as the conversation turns to how thin the Giants' linebacker history has been in the PFF era and whether names like John Beason deserved more love.The episode wraps with quick OTA notes, including returner possibilities with Deonte Banks, Braxton Berrios, Calvin Austin III, and Xavier Gibson, plus a positive Roy Robertson-Harris injury update that leaves the door open for a possible late-season return.Merch: https://2giantgoofballs-shop.fourthwall.com/Support: https://buymeacoffee.com/2giantgoofballsAll episodes: https://2giantgoofballs.buzzsprout.com/Send us Fan MailSupport the show

While on a brief visit to see two of our grandsons and a side trip to Arkansas, I had the chance to watch a few exceptional college softball and baseball games along with a very tense Game 7 NBA Western Conference final. It’s time to enjoy the next couple of weeks as the window is quickly closing on the seasons for these three sports. This year’s NBA Finals began Wednesday night. The surprising San Antonio Spurs and streaking New York Knicks began their best-of-seven title series.  New York came into Game 1 with an 11-game playoff winning streak. The Knicks left the Spurs’ home arena Wednesday night with a 12-game playoff winning streak. The Women’s College World Series softball best-of three finale also got underway Wednesday night in Oklahoma City.  Last weekend, Texas Tech’s never-say-die Red Raiders had to fight back from the brink of elimination twice to defeat #1 seed Alabama just to reach the finals. They will now get a chance to do that once again on Thursday night and, perhaps, on Friday night. That’s because Texas Tech lost to intrastate rival Texas 7-3 in the opening game of the best of three final series.  Texas is the defending national champion. On the men’s side of college bats and balls, this week marks the Super Regional round for the NCAA college baseball season. Eight winners from this weekend’s best-of-three weekend series will advance into the College World Series in Omaha, Nebraska next week.  There were a number of surprising winners and losers during last week’s opening round. New York’s Amazin’ Knicks have now won 12 straight playoff games! San Antonio Spurs 7’4” center Victor Wembanyama is ending his third NBA season.  Much like Hall-of-Famer Shaquille O’Neal (who, by the way, played his high school basketball in San Antonio), Wemby just led his team into the NBA Finals.  He is now being hailed as the top big man in the NBA. The 5-time NBA champion Spurs are much more than just a one-man show.  They utilize their bench as well as any NBA team and play solid defense for the entire 48-minute game. The New York Knicks are seeking their first NBA title since 1973. To say that New York sports fans are hungry for a title is a huge understatement. “The City that Never Sleeps” is in the midst of a rather lengthy championship drought.  Eli Manning’s New York Giants football last won a Super Bowl title in 2011.  Baseball’s New York Yankees haven’t won the World Series since 2009.  The crosstown rival New York Mets haven’t claimed a baseball title since 1986.  Broadway Joe Namath was the quarterback for football’s New York Jets in their only Super Bowl victory in 1969. NBA’s New York Knicks came into the playoffs as the #3 Eastern Conference seed behind Detroit and Boston.  After losing two of its first three playoff games to Atlanta in Round 1, the Knicks won the final three games to advance.  They would sweep #5 seed Philadelphia and #4 Cleveland in eight straight wins to claim the NBA Eastern Conference title. San Antonio is playing in the NBA Finals for the first time since June, 2014. The path to the championship round has been increasingly difficult for the Spurs.  San Antonio (the #2 seed in the Western Conference) needed just five games to dispatch the Portland Trailblazers in five games.  It then took six games for San Antonio to subdue the Minnesota Timberwolves.  Last weekend, the Spurs required a full seven games to win a tense Game 7 battle against the defending NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder. Wednesday night’s Game 1 in San Antonio was won by the New York Knicks 105-95 in a game which was much closer than the final score reflected.  The veteran Knicks scored the last 11 points to end the game.  New York stepped-up in the final quarter to score 29 points as the younger Spurs tallied only 19 over the last 12 minutes. New York’s Villanova connection featured guards Jalen Brunson (30 points) and Josh Hart (an incredible 15 rebounds) leading a fourth quarter rally to give the Knicks their 12th consecutive playoff victory. As a result, San Antonio lost its home court advantage after that Game 1 loss.  ABC will televise Game #2 at 7:30PM Friday night from San Antonio.  The series moves to New York’s Madison Square Garden for Games 3 and 4 on Monday and Wednesday next week. Make sure to stick around for the post-game coverage on ESPN. The award-winning “Inside the NBA” show features NBA legends Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O’Neal breaking down the action along with host Ernie Johnson.  You never know what’s going to happen. Meanwhile, in Oklahoma City… The Women’s College World Series best-of-three finals began Wednesday night. Defending national champion Texas (52-12) defeated Texas Tech 7-3 in Game 1. The Red Raiders fell to 61-9 and are on the verge of elimination once again.  They have become quite familiar with this position over the past several days in Oklahoma City. The #11 seeded Red Raiders rallied for two runs in the top of the ninth inning on Sunday to vanquish #8 national seed UCLA 8-7.  On Monday, Texas Tech had to defeat #1 seed Alabama twice to earn a spot in the championship finals. The Red Raiders won the opener 5-4 over Bama by scoring a run in the bottom of the 7th inning.  They also grabbed the second game 2-0 on a two-hit pitching gem by two-time college player-of-the-year NiJari Canady to earn a spot in the finals. The second seeded Texas Longhorns didn’t have an easy road into the Women’s College World Series finals, either. They had to defeat #7 Tennessee Volunteers twice on Monday to advance.  Texas won the opener 5-2 and then shut-out Tennessee 4-0 later in the afternoon to advance to the championship round. The Longhorns and Red Raiders competed for the Women’s College World Series championship last year as well.  Texas Tech is trying to avenge last year’s loss to Texas in the best-of-three title series. Game 2 will be played Thursday at 7PM on ESPN.  A deciding Game 3, if necessary, will be played Friday night at 7PM on ESPN. What happened to the top seeds in the men’s college baseball tournament? UCLA had been ranked #1 in college baseball all season long. The Bruins were 51-6 heading into the opening round of the NCAA college baseball playoffs.  They faced #4 regional seed St. Mary’s (35-25) in their opening playoff game at home last Friday. The Gaels scored a run in the top of the ninth inning to shock UCLA 3-2.  On Saturday, UCLA had to score three times in the bottom of the ninth to take a 6-5 win and stay alive against 30-26 Virginia Tech. St. Mary’s and UCLA were matched again on Sunday.  This time, the Gaels scored a run in the bottom of the 10th inning to end UCLA’s season with a 6-5 win. Ironically, St. Mary’s was eliminated on Sunday 5-2 by the Cal-Poly Mustangs of San Luis Obispo.  Go figure. It wasn’t any better for #2 national seed Georgia Tech The 50-10 Yellow Jackets were playing at home in Atlanta and trying to advance into the Super Regional round for the first time in 20 years.  Georgia Tech would have hosted a Super Regional this weekend – if only they had won their own opening round regional. The Oklahoma Sooners rallied in consecutive games to dispatch the heavily favored hometown Yellow Jackets to advance into this weekend’s Super Regional to be played in…Kansas? Kansas has rarely been known for its baseball prowess. This year’s baseball Jayhawks are now 45-16 after winning its opening round of games.  KU will host Oklahoma Saturday in the Lawrence, Kansas Super Regional.  The Jayhawks have made it into only one College World Series (1993) in the school’s long history. Kansas plays baseball in relatively small Hoglund Ballpark.  This stadium features just 2,500 permanent seats.  The school recently took down the left field wall and installed a chain link fence.  That allows about 1,000 additional fans to stand or sit in their own lawn chairs in “The Backyard” to watch Kansas baseball games. Expect ticket prices in Lawrence, Kansas to be sky high for this weekend’s Super Regional. Did you pick the Trojans to make it into the Super Regionals? Last weekend, there were the Trojans from the University of Southern California, the Troy Trojans of the Sun Belt Conference, and the Little Rock Trojans from the Ohio Valley Conference. Incredibly, all three of these Trojans baseball teams will be part of the 16 squads competing in the second round “Super Regional” college playoff games this weekend. At least one Trojans team is guaranteed a spot in Omaha at the College World Series next week.  The 36-30 Troy Trojans will host the Little Rock Trojans (39-26) at 4PM Friday on ESPNU.  Troy shocked #5 national seed Florida 10-2 in the final game of the Gainesville Regional last week.  Little Rock won the Hattiesburg Regional after #9 seed Southern Miss was sent packing after two consecutive losses. The USC Trojans (47-16) will travel across the country to play at the University of North Carolina (48-11-1) on Friday at 2PM CDT on ESPN2. Here are all eight Super Regional match-ups (first game starting times are CDT) Friday’s Opening Games: Morgantown – Cal Poly (39-22) at #16 seed West Virginia (43-15) at 11AM on ESPN2 Chapel Hill – USC (47-16) at #5 North Carolina (48-11-1) at 2PM on ESPN2 Troy – Little Rock (39-26) at Troy (36-30) at 4PM on ESPNU Auburn – Ole Miss (39-21) at #4 Auburn (42-20) at 7PM on ESPN2 Saturday’s Opening Games: Athens – #14 seed Mississippi State (43-17) at #3 Georgia (49-12) at 10AM on ESPN Lawrence – Oklahoma (36-22) at #15 Kansas (45-16) at 1PM on ESPN Austin – #11 Oregon (43-16) at #6 Texas (43-13) at 7PM on ESPN Tuscaloosa – St. John’s (36-24) at #7 Alabama (40-19) at 8PM on ESPN2 The post Enjoy A Week filled with Terrific Games! appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

Anthony is back with an in-depth breakdown of everything that went down at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center for Giants OTA practice No. 9. While the offense found early rhythm earlier in the week, Defensive Coordinator Dennard Wilson dialed up the pressure today, letting his young, elite core fly all over the field. We dive deep into why No. 5 overall pick Arvell Reese looks like a weapon being deployed across multiple positions, and how Abdul Carter's explosive traits are translating. Plus, we look at Deonte Banks' stellar day on the boundary, break down the intense 14-man wide receiver battle following the arrivals of OBJ and JuJu, and check in on the kicker competition. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Full Show: Myles Garrett & AJ Brown trades. Is Eli Manning & Russell Wilson Hall of Famers. Kyle Crabbs & Pete Prisco break down a young, inexperienced Dolphins Team.

In hour 1: Does Russell Wilson & Eli Manning make Hall of Fame? Big NFL Trades June 1st w/ Myles Garrett & AJ Brown plus Canes Baseball hurting.

Anthony is back with a recap of everything that went down during Giants OTA practices 7 and 8. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony and Alex react to a busy Monday in East Rutherford as the New York Giants announce the signings of Odell Beckham Jr., JuJu Smith-Schuster, and return specialist Braxton Berrios. We break down how Gunner Olszewski's Achilles tear forced the front office's hand, why JuJu's previous connection to offensive coordinator Matt Nagy makes him a perfect fit for Jaxson Dart, and how the packed depth chart sets up a competitive summer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony reacts to the blockbuster news that the New York Giants have signed Odell Beckham Jr. to a one-year contract. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Giants can move past the Jaxson Dart controversy quickly if the locker room keeps frustrations internal, but the cost is proving this young team can handle pressure without letting every disagreement become a public problem.Follow on Spotify and leave a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy no-BS Giants debate.Did the Giants actually move past the Jaxson Dart locker-room issue? The answer depends on whether the leaders who spoke up — Brian Burns, Kayvon Thibodeaux, and Jameis Winston — turn that meeting into a reset instead of another storyline.The episode starts with the reported Giants meeting where Jaxson Dart addressed teammates after introducing President Trump. Drew and Rob talk through whether this was just an awkward headline that needed to be handled internally, or whether it was the first real leadership test for Dart and the John Harbaugh-era locker room. The conversation also covers Abdul Carter missing the meeting for Eid al-Adha and why that should not become cheap blame if Dart and Carter already handled things privately.Is this story actually over, or just quieter?Andrew Thomas restructuring his contract becomes the next major Giants topic. The guys explain why the added cap space matters, why Arvell Reese's rookie deal still affects the real number, and why this move is more likely about injury flexibility and cutdown-day roster moves than a splashy Odell Beckham Jr. return.Did the Giants just create useful breathing room, or are fans reading too much into a basic cap move?The OTA conversation focuses on D.J. Reader, Dru Phillips, and Patrick Ricard returning to the field, while also keeping expectations realistic because spring practices without pads only reveal so much. The defensive line depth concern gets real after the Roy Robertson-Harris injury, Shelby Harris' absence, and the basic truth that NFL injuries are going to keep coming.J.C. Davis becomes the offensive line debate of the episode. Bret Bielema praised his ability to play all four guard and tackle spots, while Drew pushes back and says the tape looks more like guard. John Harbaugh's comments also point to a swing guard/tackle role, raising the question of whether Davis is a future left guard, a real utility lineman, or another Giants guard/tackle project that could become risky behind Andrew Thomas.The episode closes with one of the better Giants stories of the offseason: Tom Coughlin, Eli Manning, John Harbaugh, Shaun O'Hara, and Gotham FC going full Mario Kart for the Tom Coughlin Jay Fund Foundation. Coughlin as Mario, Eli as Luigi, Harbaugh as Yoshi, and Shaun O'Hara as Donkey Kong made for a fun visual, but the real story is the charity work for families facing childhood cancer.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 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 breaks down all the major notes, highlights, and player standouts from Tuesday's OTA Practice No. 4 at the Quest Diagnostics Training Center. We dive into the terrifying potential of the linebacking corps as veteran Tremaine Edmunds and rookie sensation Arvell Reese locked down the middle of the field. Plus, we analyze Jaxson Dart's passing rhythm with breakout speedster Calvin Austin III and athletic tight end Isaiah Likely as Matt Nagy's offense continues to evolve. 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 the wide-open position battle for the New York Giants' kick and punt returner roles. The Giants are testing out four radically different options. From the high-stakes speed of CB Deonte Banks to the veteran reliability of Gunner Olszewski, the explosive history of Xavier Gipson, and the dynamic rookie profile of Damon Bankston, we analyze who has the inside track to winning the job. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony reacts to all the Giants' third OTA practice session. We dive deep into why No. 5 overall pick Arvell Reese is already looks like a beast, how Jaxson Dart is learning the new offense, the kicker competition, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anthony and Alex react to a wild 24 hours of New York Giants news. We break down the breaking news that GM Joe Schoen has signed a multi-year contract extension, solidifying his future alongside head coach John Harbaugh. However, it's not all good news in East Rutherford—Harbaugh spoke to reporters and revealed a highly concerning update on Malik Nabers' knee recovery, calling it "not a simple injury" and refusing to guarantee a Week 1 return. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nick Kostos opens Thursday's show with his reaction to the Oklahoma City Thunder's win over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Finals. Nick shares where he has Aaron Rodgers ranked among the best quarterbacks of all time, and goes off of the people who have Philip Rivers as a better quarterback than Eli Manning. Justin Termine, Steve Phillips and Patrick McEnroe join the show.

Nick Kostos opens the second hour with his thoughts on who the best quarterback of all time is between Eli Manning or Philip Rivers.

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.

On this Monday edition of 2 Pros & A Cup Of Joe, Jonas Knox, Brady Quinn, & LaVar Arrington recap the Cavs beating the Pistons in Game 7 to advance to the Eastern Conference Finals. Plus, the guys go over the PGA Championship tourney, we have an Eli Manning edition of ICYMI, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy Monday! Common Man is wearing some old merch, we chat about Tal Bachman, chat about tonight's NHL game 7, recap the Cavs win, Timmy hates Kings Island, we recap the PGA championship & how we hate yelling golf guy, OSU baseball Bucks are hot, Eli Manning didn't want to play with the Browns & we give you a Foodgasm.

Ben Maller talks about reports of Deshaun Watson being in the lead for Browns QB1 status, Deion Sanders grumbling over the Jaguars not consulting him about coaching Travis Hunter, Eli Manning claiming he was behind forcing the Chargers draft day trade and not his dad, Maller Militia Feud, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:30) Report: NFL Owners are expected to name Nashville as host for Super Bowl LXIV in 2030 (16:35) Deion Sanders discusses son Shedeur’s rookie season on The Barbershop podcast (40:20) Eli Manning on meeting with the Chargers before the 2004 Draft: “I just didn't feel like they were the most committed team to winning at the time.” (47:30) PFT Trivia: Which teams did Eli Manning never beat? (50:20) Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence reveals he did not cut his hair during Jaguars schedule release videoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dive into two fascinating New York football what ifs, starting with Eli Manning's newly detailed explanation for why he wanted no part of the Chargers before landing with the Giants. His story about a tense dinner with San Diego's decision makers adds a fresh layer to one of the most important draft day sagas in NFL history. The conversation then turns to Bill Belichick's explanation for walking away from the Jets, including his concerns about the team's ownership future and the alternate reality of James Dolan buying the franchise. The guys also touch on Mets and Yankees fallout from the Subway Series, Carlos Mendoza's managing, Clay Holmes pitching through a broken leg, and what it all means for both teams moving forward.

Tiki and Evan examine the specific reasons why Eli Manning and Bill Belichick refused to join the Chargers and Jets during their careers. They also discuss the recent injury to Clay Holmes, evaluating its impact on the Yankees' rotation and bullpen. The conversation concludes with a look at potential trade targets and a debate over the safety of NFL playing surfaces. 01:50 - Eli Manning Chargers Snub 08:43 - Belichick Resignation Details Revealed 12:45 - New York Ownership Comparison 17:14 - Yankees Offensive Efficiency Stats 20:33 - Clay Holmes Injury Impact 22:32 - Sports Update 25:30 - Evan Identity Confusion Story 28:50 - Yankees Catching Trade Targets 35:30 - NFL Stadium Surface Debate 39:10 - Mets Pitching Trade Ideas

Eli Manning revealed on a recent podcast why he didn't want to go to the Chargers when they were going to draft him No. 1 overall in 2004...and discussing that led Kevin to remember some more bad Marty Schottenheimer luck.

Ben Standig joins Kevin Sheehan to break down the Washington Commanders' biggest roster needs, expectations for the 2026 season, and how the organization is positioning itself after an offseason filled with growing national attention and heightened expectations. The conversation explores Washington's remaining concerns on both sides of the ball, the pressure surrounding the team's difficult schedule, and how the franchise's long-term outlook continues to evolve around quarterback Jayden Daniels and head coach Dan Quinn. Later, Kevin reacts to comments from Eli Manning during an appearance on Bussin' With The Boys, where the former Giants quarterback detailed why he refused to play for the San Diego Chargers over 20 years ago, a decision that ultimately led to one of the most famous draft-day trades in NFL history with the New York Giants. The show wraps with NBA draft discussion as scouts debate whether they would rather build around elite prospects AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson, sparking conversation about upside, fit, and which player projects as the better long-term franchise cornerstone.

Hour 1, Kevin opens the show with some thoughts on Aaron Rai's PGA Championship victory as well as a look ahead at the NBA conference finals. Then, we hit a "What do ya got?" on the passing of former Redskins play caller Sherm Lewis. Before closing out the first hour with a discussion on Aaron Rodgers return to Pittsburgh and a final thought on Caitlin Clark and the WNBA. Hour 2, NFL Analytics Schedule Planning Manager Max St. John joins Kevin Sheehan on The Team 980 to provide an inside look at how the NFL schedule is constructed, breaking down the league's process for balancing competitive fairness, television windows, travel demands, primetime exposure, and marquee matchups throughout the season. Later in the show, Kevin opens the discussion to listeners by asking which NFL quarterbacks are truly capable of leading their teams to a conference championship this season, sparking debate across both conferences before offering his own predictions and evaluating where Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels fits into the evolving landscape of elite NFL passers. Hour 3, Ben Standig joins Kevin Sheehan to break down the Washington Commanders' biggest roster needs, expectations for the 2026 season, and how the organization is positioning itself after an offseason filled with growing national attention and heightened expectations. The conversation explores Washington's remaining concerns on both sides of the ball, the pressure surrounding the team's difficult schedule, and how the franchise's long-term outlook continues to evolve around quarterback Jayden Daniels and head coach Dan Quinn. Later in the hour, Kevin reacts to comments from Eli Manning during an appearance on Bussin' With The Boys, where the former Giants quarterback detailed why he refused to play for the San Diego Chargers over 20 years ago, a decision that ultimately led to one of the most famous draft-day trades in NFL history with the New York Giants.

Bump and Curtis are joined by The 33rd Team’s Sam Monson to discuss the most exciting games on the Seahawks 2026 schedule and what he expects to see from the NFC West this season, they give you their thoughts on the Mariners pitching rotation and Aaron Rodgers’ return to the NFL in Headline Rewrites, they bring you the biggest stories around the NFL, including why Eli Manning didn't want to play for the Chargers at the start of his career, and they lay out their expectations for Colt Emerson. 

Ken and Lima dig into the Cavs' hard-fought series win over Detroit and debate who deserves MVP honors — a question that's genuinely tricky because different players carry the team in different games across seven hard-fought contests. Evan Mobley gets the nod as the pick who makes the most sense when you look at the full arc of the series, but the conversation acknowledges that Harden's Games 3-5, Sam Merrill's Game 7 explosion, and Jared Allen's consistent presence all make this a genuine team effort rather than a one-man show. On the Browns front, the Eli Manning draft day story surfaces — turns out Cleveland was in the mix before New York — which feeds right into the bigger conversation about whether Arch Manning or any elite quarterback prospect would ever willingly come to a franchise that's favorites in only two games on their entire 2026 schedule.

Ken Carman and Anthony Lima celebrate the Cleveland Cavaliers' decisive Game 7 victory over the Detroit Pistons. They analyze key performances from Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley while looking ahead to the Eastern Conference Finals matchup against the New York Knicks. Discussions also cover the Guardians' recent success and a surprising Eli Manning story involving the Browns. 02:35 - Cavs Game 7 Victory 07:05 - Anthony Lima Lacked Faith 12:45 - ECF Matchup Against Knicks 17:34 - James Harden Trade Analysis 24:05 - Donovan Mitchell Superstar Effort 30:03 - Atkinson Dan Gilbert Story 36:53 - Jarrett Allen Defensive Intensity 41:54 - Cavs Fan Bus Experience 50:55 - Season Success Debate 57:24 - Evan Mobley Performance Review 01:04:00 - Franchise Post-LeBron History 01:10:55 - Guardians Offense Heats Up 01:17:30 - Cleveland Marathon Results 01:21:15 - Eli Manning Browns Story 01:27:56 - Piston Series MVP Discussion 01:32:34 - Daryl Ruiter Interview 01:44:10 - Browns Quarterback Competition 01:49:18 - Anthony Lima Vacation Plans 02:02:10 - Justin Termini Interview 02:10:34 - Evan Mobley Development Analysis

Eli Manning joins Bussin' With The Boys for an all-time episode. Delanie Walker co-hosts the intro while Taylor's out for his anniversary and Mother's Day. The boys talk Kevin Hart's roast, UFC, EA Sports trip, Madden ratings, Met Gala fits, and Disney Channel movie rankings before Eli pulls up. Eli gets into the 07 Super Bowl run, the helmet catch, trolling Brady on social media, Peyton scripting Eli's speech for his own birthday party, the Dirty Dancing commercial with OBJ, rookie hazing stories with Strahan, what went wrong with the Chargers on draft day, and why he wanted to be a Giant. Plus fan questions, Eli dunking on Peyton in basketball, his legendary last baseball at bat, and the Chad Powers show. Big hugs, tiny kisses! Timestamp Chapters: 0:00 Open 2:28 Delanie Walker Joins the Boys 3:25 Delanie's New Corvette 6:42 Matt Malone's Free Car Road Trip 9:09 Delanie Does Content Ideas 14:48 Mother's Day Weekend 17:50 Kevin Hart Roast Recap 24:57 UFC Weekend + Strickland Wins the Belt 30:54 EA Sports Trip + Madden Ratings 36:02 Mitch Dog Sitting Waffle 42:47 Ro Spicy Tier Talk 55:12 Disney Channel Movies Ranking 1:00:33 Card Collecting 1:11:05 Max Crosby's Music 1:14:08 INTERVIEW STARTS 1:15:53 Will's Last Game Against Eli 1:19:07 Film Study + Eli's Audibles 1:23:03 OBJ Boat Trip to Miami 1:25:30 Locker Room Pranks 1:29:24 Rookie Pranks + Dinners 1:35:08 Code Words for Audibles 1:38:07 Halloween Costumes 1:39:08 Eli's Favorite Holiday 1:41:38 Trolling Tom Brady 1:42:47 Eli + Brady Super Bowl Banter 1:44:19 The 07 Playoff Run 1:47:16 Peyton the Wedding Planner 1:49:04 Peyton's Recruiting Tape Recorder 1:51:21 Eli's Leadership Style 1:55:07 Eli’s Draft Day 1:57:28 What Was Wrong With the Chargers 2:02:24 Eli's Wish List + Why the Giants 2:04:34 Hall of Fame Discussion 2:07:45 Drafting OBJ + His Rookie Breakout 2:13:10 Eli’s Super Bowl Commercial 2:15:54 Most Rattled Game 2:20:04 Choosing Ole Miss 2:21:51 Big Ten + College Football Playoff 2:22:53 Manning Nephews Arch + Marshall + Charlie 2:24:27 Best Advice to Arch Manning 2:25:29 Youth Sports 2:31:00 Fan Questions 2:31:50 Beating Peyton in Basketball 2:33:05 Eli's Last Baseball At Bat 2:36:08 Funniest Manning Brother 2:38:57 Bud Light Question 2:40:57 Chad Powers Show 2:42:01 Clay Matthews Text See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.