Podcasts about Tiki

Tiki Barber is already putting Geno Smith on notice, declaring that Cade Klubnik should get the QB1 if he outplays the veteran in training camp and the preseason. Plus, Evan and Tiki can already see the Jets' use of AI going hilariously wrong. Boomer and Gio wonder if Aaron Glenn's job is tied to how Geno performs this season, and The Carton Show reacts to Plaxico Burress comparing playing for the Jets to being in prison.

Tiki Barber is already putting Geno Smith on notice, declaring that Cade Klubnik should get the QB1 if he outplays the veteran in training camp and the preseason. Plus, Evan and Tiki can already see the Jets' use of AI going hilariously wrong. Boomer and Gio wonder if Aaron Glenn's job is tied to how Geno performs this season, and The Carton Show reacts to Plaxico Burress comparing playing for the Jets to being in prison.

Tiki Barber is already putting Geno Smith on notice, declaring that Cade Klubnik should get the QB1 if he outplays the veteran in training camp and the preseason. Plus, Evan and Tiki can already see the Jets' use of AI going hilariously wrong. Boomer and Gio wonder if Aaron Glenn's job is tied to how Geno performs this season, and The Carton Show reacts to Plaxico Burress comparing playing for the Jets to being in prison.

Baker Mayfield feels disrespected by Tampa Bay, and Tiki Barber believes the Jets must immediately explore whether the contract standoff has created a rare opportunity. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber as they argue that Mayfield's toughness, leadership and proven competence could finally pull the Jets out of their decade-long quarterback abyss. Tiki says New York cannot keep prioritizing future draft picks while the franchise remains irrelevant, even suggesting the Jets should consider using one of their three first-round selections. They debate whether Tampa Bay is already crumbling, why waiting for the next quarterback class could backfire, and whether Mayfield could transform the Jets into a playoff contender or become a midseason trade target.

Jets fans are tired of waiting, and several callers are ready to sacrifice premium draft picks to bring Baker Mayfield to New York. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber as they debate whether Mayfield could be more than a bridge quarterback and finally make the Jets relevant again. Tiki argues that uncertain draft prospects should not stop the Jets from pursuing a proven leader, while skepticism about Geno Smith only strengthens the case for an upgrade. A Tampa caller explains why the Buccaneers may hesitate to pay Mayfield, the discussion expands to other quarterback-needy teams, and one unforgettable caller takes the Jets' search to an absurd new level by proposing a trade for Patrick Mahomes.

Harrison Bader's stunning scooter accident leaves Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber in disbelief after reports that he crashed into a fire truck and suffered a season-ending foot injury. Tiki calls the decision irresponsible, while Shaun launches into a fiery rant about electric scooters taking over trains and sidewalks. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber as they also examine the leadership void facing the injury-ravaged Yankees and explain why the trade deadline must provide enough offense to survive until Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton return. Plus, the show ranks the greatest NFL revenge games, leading Tiki to relive his 234-yard, three-touchdown performance against Washington in his final regular-season game.

Shaun and Tiki also react to Tony Romo being placed on leave by CBS and J.J. Watt stepping into the booth with Jim Nantz. Plus, they examine the Rams' mysterious Ty Simpson selection, revisit the Lamar Jackson versus Josh Allen MVP debate, and explain why improved coaching has created legitimate optimism for both New York football teams.

Baker Mayfield says he feels disrespected by Tampa Bay, and Tiki Barber sees a major opportunity for the Jets. Shaun Morash is in for Evan Roberts alongside Tiki Barber as they argue that New York should aggressively explore a trade before another quarterback-needy team beats them to it. Tiki believes Mayfield's toughness, leadership and proven ability would instantly upgrade a shaky Jets quarterback room and help stop the franchise from falling deeper into its losing cycle. Shaun pushes the idea even further, wondering whether Tampa Bay's contract standoff could eventually lead to a trade and whether the Jets should be willing to use one of their three first-round picks to make it happen.

Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber put their NFL offseason knowledge to the test in another tightly contested round of “New Team, Who Dis.” Christian Kirk, Nick Folk, Tyrod Taylor and several other familiar names leave both contestants scrambling to remember where they landed.

The Yankees had a four-run lead, a dominant Cam Schlittler start and countless chances to put away the White Sox, yet somehow suffered their most infuriating loss of the season. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber unload on Ali Sanchez's disastrous decision to attempt a back pick at third base with two outs, while the offense disappeared and the bullpen failed to protect another winnable game. Aaron Boone did not lose the game with his managerial decisions, but his refusal to call Sanchez's mistake unacceptable created an even bigger controversy. Evan and Tiki debate whether Boone's constant protection of his players represents the same lack of accountability that could punish the Yankees again in October. Plus, the Mets' collapsing attendance, Spencer Jones being removed despite a strong night and Tiki's surprising memories of “The Baseball Bunch.”

Cam Schlittler may already be the Yankees' ace, but should he take the ball over Gerrit Cole in Game 1 of a playoff series? Evan Roberts argues Schlittler has earned the biggest assignment right now, while Shaun Morash leans on Cole's experience and proposes saving the young star for potential elimination games. Tiki Barber explains why Cole can mentor Schlittler while still desperately wanting to remain the man. The debate expands into Aaron Boone's looming decision, Max Fried's place in the rotation and the backlash the Yankees could face if they choose wrong. Evan, Tiki and Shaun also test their NFL offseason knowledge in “New Team, Who Dis,” examine Breece Hall's contract compared with the exploding running back market.

Don Mattingly publicly fires back at Bryce Harper, and Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber believe the Phillies' growing dysfunction could end with a franchise-altering breakup. They debate whether Mattingly was holding his star accountable or simply protecting the front office and his son, then explore a blockbuster Bryce Harper-for-Francisco Lindor trade that could completely reshape the Mets and Phillies. Evan and Tiki weigh Harper's fit alongside Juan Soto, Lindor's uncertain future in Queens and why the proposed swap could end badly for everyone. They also revisit the Yankees' extra-inning failures, debate their trade-deadline options, react to Shaun Morash's controversial pizza rankings and question whether a LeBron James documentary can recreate the impact of The Last Dance.

Don Mattingly publicly fires back at Bryce Harper for pressuring the Phillies' front office, and Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber believe the stunning response exposes a relationship nearing its breaking point. With Philadelphia struggling and Harper still seemingly angry over past criticism, Evan predicts the Phillies could seriously consider trading their superstar. That possibility leads to a wild New York blockbuster: Harper for Francisco Lindor. Evan and Tiki debate the contracts, roster fits, Juan Soto dynamics and whether either team would actually benefit, while acknowledging the deal could end disastrously for both sides. They also revisit the Yankees' extra-inning failures and why Aaron Boone's team must embrace bunting and fundamental baseball.

Breece Hall could be dramatically underpaid before his new Jets contract even begins. Tiki Barber explains why the rising running back market could leave Hall earning millions less than Jahmyr Gibbs and Bijan Robinson, despite believing the Jets star is capable of producing a 1,400-yard season behind an improved offensive line.

Evan, Tiki, and Shaun analyze Bryce Harper's public request for Phillies trade deadline reinforcements and the impact on the front office. They discuss Malik Nabers' injury status with the Giants and dive into the Yankees' search for a catcher as the trade deadline approaches. 01:50 - Harper Wants Trade Help 06:04 - Malik Nabers Health Update 09:33 - New York Media Gossip 12:59 - Mets Ticket Price Hike 15:59 - Early Season Must-Wins 24:52 - NFL Quarterback News 28:49 - Concussion Protocol Debate 33:24 - Stearns Trade Deadline Strategy 39:32 - Yankees Catcher Trade Rumors 44:57 - Jets Leadership Expectations

Evan Roberts refuses to believe Mason Miller is truly available, setting off a battle with Shaun Morash over the Yankees' biggest potential trade deadline prize. Evan accepts a double loss if Miller is traded to New York, while Tiki Barber weighs in on a bullpen that has already become one of baseball's best. Gerrit Cole's dominant return, Jazz Chisholm's game-changing defense and a vulnerable American League leave the Yankees looking increasingly dangerous. The conversation turns to the Jets using artificial intelligence, whether AI can ever be trusted with football decisions and why organizational history makes that especially terrifying. Evan, Tiki and Shaun also debate whether the Mets are cursed, Juan Soto returning for meaningless September games, the threat of no baseball in 2027 and a daylight-saving argument that becomes one of the most heated fights of the hour.

The Jets have invested heavily in their offense, but everything still hinges on Geno Smith. Evan Roberts believes a strong offensive line, Breece Hall, Garrett Wilson and Frank Reich give the Jets a legitimate path toward meaningful football in the winter. Tiki Barber is far less convinced, questioning whether the 36-year-old quarterback can overcome his recent turnovers and offseason distractions. Their disagreement quickly turns to rookie Cade Klubnik. Tiki insists the fourth-round pick deserves a real opportunity if he outplays Geno, while Evan argues the Jets' most realistic chance of surprising the league requires Smith to rediscover his Seattle form. They also react to Aaron Glenn's new approach, Garrett Wilson predicting a special season and the staggering amount of premium draft capital the Jets have spent trying to build a functioning offense.

Joe Schoen says Malik Nabers will begin training camp off the PUP list and participate in individual work as the Giants closely monitor his recovery. Evan, Tiki and Shaun Morash explain why the decision creates legitimate optimism that New York's star receiver could return during the opening weeks of the season.

The Jets finally appear to have enough offensive talent to escape years of misery, but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber agree everything depends on Geno Smith. Evan sees a potential playoff formula built around Breece Hall, Garrett Wilson, an improved offensive line and Frank Reich, while Tiki fears Geno's recent turnovers and offseason distractions could wreck the entire plan. Their biggest disagreement centers on rookie Cade Klubnik. Tiki believes the fourth-round pick should get a legitimate chance if he outplays Geno, but Evan argues the Jets' most realistic path to surprising the league requires Smith to rediscover his Seattle form. With the franchise chasing its first top-half offense since 2015, the quarterback decision could determine whether the Jets finally escape the abyss.

Geno Smith is barely into training camp, and Tiki Barber is already demanding that Cade Klubnik remain a real option if the veteran struggles. Evan Roberts pushes back on the rush toward a fourth-round rookie, but the debate exposes how little confidence surrounds the Jets' quarterback situation. Aaron Glenn declares there will be no slogans or hype after his difficult first season, while Garrett Wilson insists the Jets have a special opportunity to play meaningful football into the winter. Evan and Tiki also examine the massive collection of premium draft picks invested in Breece Hall, Wilson, the offensive line and the tight end room. After years near the bottom of the NFL, there are no excuses left for another dysfunctional Jets offense.

The pressure on Geno Smith keeps building as callers question whether he can make the Jets' expensive offense work. Tiki Barber points to Geno's 32 interceptions over the last two seasons and doubts he can recreate his Seattle success without the same depth at wide receiver. Evan Roberts argues that even a respectable version of Geno would still be a major upgrade for a franchise desperate to escape the bottom of the league. The conversation then turns to Garrett Wilson's staggering quarterback history. Evan and Tiki run through the long list of passers Wilson has played with, from Zach Wilson and Mike White to Aaron Rodgers, Tim Boyle and Trevor Siemian, exposing just how much instability the star receiver has endured.

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Tiki and Evan analyze the Mets-centered movie starring Emma Stone and the fallout from a fan's relocated season tickets. They dive into Francisco Lindor's leadership qualities following a caller's critique before Evan predicts a disappointing season for the Rams. Discussions also include the Yankees' interest in CJ Abrams and the Giants' early season must-win games. 01:50 - Mets Movie Controversy 07:04 - Baseball Cinema Realism 17:33 - Lindor Leadership Debate 26:04 - CJ Abrams Trade Talk 31:31 - Giants Schedule Stakes 36:37 - Rams Disaster Prediction

LeBron James is headed to Philadelphia, but Evan Roberts is already predicting the Sixers' new superteam will collapse. Evan questions whether LeBron, Joel Embiid, Jaylen Brown, Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe can develop the chemistry and continuity needed to win, while Tiki Barber believes the Knicks will eliminate Philadelphia in the second round. Shaun Morash goes the other way, picking the Sixers to knock out the defending champions before falling short of the NBA Finals. The stunning move also reignites the debate over whether Knicks-Sixers is truly a rivalry and whether LeBron originally wanted New York before the Knicks shut the door. Plus, Jalen Brunson's status as the king of New York, a hilariously awkward caller complimenting Tiki, and a heated Hall of Fame debate featuring Don Mattingly, Keith Hernandez, Alex Rodriguez and Thurman Munson.

David Stearns refuses to directly call Francisco Lindor part of the Mets' core, and Tiki and Shaun hear one unmistakable message: Stearns wants him gone. Evan Roberts initially hears the opposite, then wonders whether his Mets fandom is clouding his judgment. They debate whether a Lindor trade is coming this offseason and warn that moving a recent MVP candidate for a marginal prospect and another bloated contract would be unacceptable.

The Yankees won two of three against Philadelphia, but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber cannot ignore the brutal reality of an offense decimated by injuries to Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and now Cody Bellinger. Evan calls Sunday's group one of the most pathetic Yankees lineups he has ever seen, while Tiki warns that the organization cannot waste an elite pitching staff simply because it cannot score. Plus, Jose Caballero gets robbed by an umpire, and Reggie Jackson's mysterious social media activity sparks an unforgettable investigation.

The Yankees won two of three against Philadelphia, but Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber are alarmed by an offense that has become nearly unrecognizable. With Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger sidelined, Evan calls the current lineup one of the worst the franchise has fielded in decades and argues that elite pitching is the only thing keeping the season afloat. The weakness of the American League only increases the pressure on Brian Cashman to be aggressive before the trade deadline. Evan and Tiki debate which bats the Yankees need, whether Spencer Jones and George Lombard Jr. should be part of the solution and why multiple moves may be necessary. Plus, they defend Jose Caballero after an umpire ruled that he intentionally dropped a line drive.

Aaron Judge's brief “I got nothing for you” injury update leaves Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber wondering whether the Yankees truly have no timetable or are hiding bad news before the trade deadline. With Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Cody Bellinger unavailable, the pressure on Brian Cashman to transform the offense has reached a breaking point. Evan and Tiki argue that the mediocre American League should push the Yankees to be more aggressive, not less. They compare the situation to the 2015 Mets, debate whether one blockbuster bat or several smaller upgrades could change everything and predict Cashman will make multiple major league trades.

Reggie Jackson's bizarre social media activity sends Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber down a hilarious rabbit hole after a wave of flirty replies to women suddenly disappears. They debate whether the 80-year-old Yankees legend was hacked, deleted the posts or simply did not realize everyone could see his responses.

Boomer Esiason has doubled down on his stance that the Mets need to trade Francisco Lindor, and wonders if the shortstop still wants to be in Queens. Plus, the Evan and Tiki crew relate to the SNY announcers, who can't seem to help themselves when it comes to criticizing the putrid Mets. Bobby Valentine joined Craig Carton to discuss what this team needs to do to get things turned around, and Evan explains why he would cheer for Edwin Diaz when he returns to Queens this weekend.

Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash agree that it is time for the Yankees to call up George Lombard Jr., and it should be done ASAP. Plus, Jim Leyritz joined The Carton Show and went off on the use of analytics and AI in baseball today, and why the Yanks should go get Rafael Devers. Evan and Tiki debate if it would be worth it for the Yankees to take on a bad Padres contract if it meant getting Mason Miller, and Craig Carton believes Jazz Chisholm is a misunderstood player who will be vital to the team's title chances.

Boomer Esiason has doubled down on his stance that the Mets need to trade Francisco Lindor, and wonders if the shortstop still wants to be in Queens. Plus, the Evan and Tiki crew relate to the SNY announcers, who can't seem to help themselves when it comes to criticizing the putrid Mets. Bobby Valentine joined Craig Carton to discuss what this team needs to do to get things turned around, and Evan explains why he would cheer for Edwin Diaz when he returns to Queens this weekend.

Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash agree that it is time for the Yankees to call up George Lombard Jr., and it should be done ASAP. Plus, Jim Leyritz joined The Carton Show and went off on the use of analytics and AI in baseball today, and why the Yanks should go get Rafael Devers. Evan and Tiki debate if it would be worth it for the Yankees to take on a bad Padres contract if it meant getting Mason Miller, and Craig Carton believes Jazz Chisholm is a misunderstood player who will be vital to the team's title chances.

Author Lily Tuzroyluke is from Tikiġaq, also known as Point Hope, a community on Alaska's northwest coast that has been home to generations of people for thousands of years. It's widely regarded as one of the oldest, continuously lived-in settlements in North America. As a writer, Lily often begins by imagining the land itself—not as it exists today, but as it existed centuries ago—meditating on everything a single place has witnessed across time. Then comes the research, uncovering the details that help bridge imagination and the historical record, giving shape and substance to the images that first arrived in her mind. In that way, storytelling becomes more than preservation, it becomes an act of reclamation, restoring voices that have too often been left out of Alaska's history. In her debut novel, Sivulliq: Ancestor, Lily imagines a mother and her children fleeing their homeland after it was devastated by smallpox. They set out across the ice, moving north to the coast, where they become whalers, adapting the knowledge and traditions their ancestors developed to hunt mammoths to harvesting the bowhead whale. But along the way, they're attacked by whalers, who leave the mother for dead and kidnap the daughter. What follows is a story of loss, love, and survival, and it's shaped by Lily's connection to Point Hope. This is an important distinction from many of the other people who have written about Point Hope. Very few of them were actually from the community and intimately familiar with its people, its traditions, and the land. But Lily is.

Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash, filling in for Tiki Barber, react live to the stunning news that LeBron James is signing with the Philadelphia 76ers. What does LeBron's arrival in Philly mean for Jalen Brunson and the defending champion Knicks, and should New York actually be worried about its newest Eastern Conference threat? The guys also celebrate encouraging Giants news after Malik Nabers avoids the PUP list, debate the players the Giants and Jets cannot afford to lose, and explain why expectations are rising for Jaxson Dart and John Harbaugh. Plus, the Yankees face a complicated George Lombard Jr. decision, Bryce Harper's comments reveal how players may view the Mets, and the show celebrates its three-year anniversary with classic moments and the return of Bad Tiki. Chapters: 0:00 Malik Nabers' Huge Giants Boost 10:00 Players the Jets Cannot Lose 16:00 Jaxson Dart or Andrew Thomas 23:50 Giants Expectations Keep Rising 42:30 The George Lombard Jr. Dilemma 47:50 Bryce Harper Sounds Off on the Mets 1:10:09 BREAKING: LeBron James Joins the 76ers 1:35:00 Should the Knicks Fear Philadelphia 1:55:02 Christopher Nolan Cinco 2:00:12 Three Years of Evan and Tiki 2:11:18 Bad Tiki Returns 2:20:25 Revisiting an Infamous Tiki Moment

The three-year anniversary of Evan & Tiki sends Evan Roberts and Shaun Morash back to the show's very first broadcast, and the old audio does not let Shaun off easy. Evan revisits his opening shot at Tiki Barber, the Yankees topic that launched the show and Shaun's infamous defense of booing Giancarlo Stanton. The biggest surprise comes from the debut of Cinco de Five, when Shaun's supposedly major new feature began with a forgettable list about going to the movies. Alex also ranks Christopher Nolan's best films, while the crew debates how the segment has evolved over three years and teases the long-awaited return of Bad Tiki.

Evan and Sean celebrate the three-year anniversary of Evan and Tiki by welcoming back the abrasive AI-generated "Bad Tiki" character for a series of roasts. They look back at the original 2023 feud between Tiki Barber and Joe Benigno while fielding calls about Sean's admitted lack of pop culture knowledge. Additional discussions touch on Marcus Stroman's viral podcast appearance regarding the "King of New York" and Mike Florio's speculation on a Tom Brady presidential campaign. 01:50 - LeBron's NYC Living Situation 05:20 - Bad Tiki's Anniversary Roast 08:45 - Nolan Movie Knowledge Poll 13:30 - Benigno and Barber Conflict 22:15 - Idiots With Idioms Montage 28:25 - A-Rod's Mets Management Dreams 32:50 - Stroman's King of NYC Debate 44:20 - Tom Brady Presidential Rumors

Bad Tiki crashes the three-year anniversary celebration and unleashes a ruthless roast of Evan Roberts, Shaun Morash and the absent Tiki Barber. Shaun Morash is in for Tiki Barber alongside Evan Roberts as they revisit Bad Tiki's outrageous debut and the uncomfortable Joe Benigno confrontation that inspired the character. The anniversary trip down memory lane quickly spirals into another battle after Shaun admits he does not know Christopher Nolan and dismisses anyone who studied The Odyssey in high school. Evan puts the audience to a vote while callers pile on, defend Shaun and somehow connect the debate to Romania, dating and romaine lettuce.

A fierce debate erupts as Shaun Morash goes to bat for Jose Caballero after the infielder complained about being penalized for a pitch clock loophole. Evan Roberts completely unloads on Caballero for whining about a justified penalty, while Tiki Barber argues the umpires severely mishandled the situation by failing to issue a warning first. The disagreement quickly escalates into a heated battle as Evan and Tiki team up to ruthlessly shut down Shaun over his ridiculous defense of the situation.

They debate the legitimacy of a potential shortened 2027 MLB season and the Mets' strategy under David Stearns. The conversation shifts to the Yankees' trade needs, Keith Hernandez's critique of Mets first base defense, and a heated argument regarding Jose Caballero's response to pitch clock violations. 02:00 - MLB 2027 Lockout Predictions 05:55 - Stearns' Mets Strategy 10:22 - Yankees' Zach Neto Trade Talk 15:53 - Keith Hernandez on First Base 22:15 - Joe Benigno Catchphrase Tribute 27:05 - Jets Practice Facility Rumors 30:12 - Jose Caballero Pitch Clock Controversy 45:48 - Trading Gerrit Cole for Bats

Edwin Diaz is officially returning to Citi Field, and the Los Angeles Dodgers are perfectly positioned to troll a struggling Mets franchise. Evan and Tiki debate the impending crowd reaction, with Evan taking the unpopular stance that he would actually cheer the former star closer for his seven mostly stellar years in New York. Tiki counters that Diaz will face a relentless shower of boos, fueled by lingering resentment over how his departure was tied to the Devin Williams signing.

The Yankees' struggling offense has reached the point where Evan Roberts believes Brian Cashman must call up George Lombard Jr. immediately. Evan argues that Jose Caballero and Anthony Volpe have already shown what they are, while Lombard could provide the jolt the lineup desperately needs. Tiki Barber urges caution about throwing a young prospect into a pennant race, and Shaun Morash wonders whether the Yankees are saving Lombard for after the trade deadline. The conversation shifts to a lost Mets season, Keith Hernandez and Gary Cohen sounding increasingly fed up, and even Donald Trump taking a shot at the team. Evan, Tiki and Shaun also debate the excitement surrounding John Harbaugh and the Giants, why his résumé gives his message credibility, and whether universal optimism should make Giants fans nervous.

Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber put their NFL offseason knowledge to the test in the debut of “New Team, Who Dis,” with bragging rights on the line and plenty of forgotten roster moves exposed. Shaun jumps out early, Tiki fights back, and a shocking Jaylen Waddle miss leaves everyone wondering how quickly major transactions disappear from memory. The game comes down to the final questions as Gardner Minshew creates chaos and former Jet John Franklin-Myers decides the winner. Shaun ultimately takes the victory, but the bigger lesson is clear: even recognizable NFL names can become almost impossible to place after a long offseason.

Edwin Diaz is officially returning to Citi Field, and the Los Angeles Dodgers are perfectly positioned to continue trolling a struggling New York Mets franchise. Evan and Tiki debate the impending crowd reaction for the former star closer, with Evan taking the unpopular stance that he would actually cheer Diaz to show appreciation for his seven mostly stellar years in New York. Tiki counters that Diaz is guaranteed to face a relentless shower of boos, fueled by lingering fan resentment over his departure and the organization's signing of Devin Williams.

A caller pitches a wild trade scenario that would send Jacob deGrom to the New York Yankees, but Evan immediately shuts down the delusional idea. Evan outlines exactly why the 38-year-old ace would never waive his full no-trade clause to leave a first-place Texas Rangers team and return to New York. Instead, the guys set their sights on a much more realistic and game-changing deadline target: Tarik Skubal. Evan and Tiki debate whether Brian Cashman should be willing to surrender promising pitching prospects like Will Warren or Ryan Weathers to build a dominant postseason rotation featuring Skubal, Gerrit Cole, and Max Fried. Shaun Morash unveils his updated rankings of the five worst uniforms in the NFL, taking brutal shots at the Jets and declaring the Tennessee Titans' new look the absolute ugliest in football.

John Harbaugh's first speech to the Giants has Evan Roberts ready to run through a wall and openly jealous that Big Blue finally hired a proven, competent head coach. Tiki Barber explains why Harbaugh's authenticity, experience and commanding presence can restore Giants pride, while Evan compares the franchise-changing arrival to Bill Parcells taking over the Jets. The optimism also creates fear. Can one coach really erase a decade of dysfunction, and how long will Harbaugh keep the benefit of the doubt if the Giants keep losing? Evan and Tiki contrast his résumé with Aaron Glenn's uncertain future, debate Harbaugh's 3:30 a.m. text to Jaxson Dart and explain why coaching could finally end the Giants' embarrassing collapses. Plus, they consider whether the Yankees could make a World Series run without Aaron Judge.

What would it mean for Aaron Judge if the Yankees won the World Series without him on the field? Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber debate whether Judge would still be remembered as a champion, how fans might use the title against him, and why history often softens the details of who actually participated in a championship run. The conversation also shifts to Max Fried's unexpected return for a doubleheader and why the Yankees are willing to use him in a limited role. Evan and Tiki examine the logic behind treating a recovering starter like part of a bullpen game, along with the roster decisions that could follow his activation.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber launch the Tiki Time Machine by revisiting how WFAN hosts reacted when the Yankees hired Aaron Boone in 2017. Old takes from Jerry Recco, Boomer Esiason, Mike Francesa, Evan, and Joe Benigno reveal plenty of skepticism about handing the job to a manager with no coaching experience. The conversation turns to whether replacing Joe Girardi was ultimately the right decision and why the answer remains complicated nearly a decade later. Evan and Tiki also look back at past WFAN lineups, debate John Harbaugh's playoff record, and prepare for Max Fried's return to the Yankees.

John Harbaugh's first speech to the Giants has Evan Roberts ready to run through a wall and openly jealous that Big Blue finally hired a proven head coach. Tiki Barber explains why Harbaugh's résumé, authenticity and football obsession make his message land differently than the empty optimism surrounding past Giants coaches. The excitement quickly turns into a warning about expectations. Evan believes Harbaugh's competence should prevent another embarrassing, inept season, while Tiki admits the runaway hype scares him after a decade of disappointment. They debate how long Harbaugh's honeymoon will last, compare his arrival to Bill Parcells taking over the Jets and explain why elite coaching could change everything for the Giants.