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Giants legend Tiki Barber teams up with longtime WFAN host Evan Roberts to talk all things New York sports!
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We have full reaction to the news of John Harbaugh taking the Giants job as Head Coach. Plus, The Kyle Tucker rumors continue to swirl.
The guys go down a fascinating New York sports rabbit hole: how often does a coach or manager arrive here already owning a championship, and how rarely it actually turns into a title in New York. They land on Weeb Ewbank as the lone example of someone who won before coming to a New York team and then won again here, framing just how unique the John Harbaugh moment is for the Giants.
Then the phones roll with Harbaugh hype, expectations for Year 1, and early buzz about what his staff could look like, including chatter around Todd Monken. The segment also takes a detour into classic New York fan trauma, comparing “can’t miss” celebrations (Nets Big 3, Rodgers to the Jets) to why the Giants situation feels different.
And of course, the Jets can’t stay out of it: Dante Moore going back to school sparks a full blown debate about options, draft pressure, and what the organization should do at quarterback next.
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With a real head coach now in place, the entire Giants conversation shifts from “hope” to “expectation.” The guys debate what the floor actually is in 2026: simply a winning season, meaningful football in December, or a flat-out playoff mandate.
They also dig into the reality of the NFC landscape, the pressure on Joe Schoen now that the “big hire” is done, and why some fans are setting the bar high while others are preaching patience. Plus, callers weigh in on whether this feels like a true turning point, and why Harbaugh should inspire more confidence than past “winning coaches” like Dan Reeves.
It’s a wild day in New York sports. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to the Giants hiring John Harbaugh as their next head coach and break down what it means for Big Blue moving forward. Plus, the guys dive deep into the Kyle Tucker sweepstakes, debating the Mets’ reported short-term mega offer versus Toronto’s long-term deal, whether Tucker is worth $50 million per year, and what decision makes the most sense for both the player and the Mets. Giants history, Mets roster construction, Yankees crossover fallout, and plenty of classic Evan & Tiki banter all in one jam-packed segment on WFAN.
John Harbaugh to the Giants feels like the rare “everyone wanted him and you actually got him” moment, and the guys dive into why this hire is different from the team’s recent coaching cycles. They also give Joe Schoen credit for building a roster and drafting Jaxson Dart in a way that made the job appealing enough for Harbaugh to skip other interviews entirely. Plus, the phones light up with fans debating Harbaugh vs. McCarthy, the “can a coach win a Super Bowl with two teams” question, and whether anyone owes an apology to ownership. Then the show pivots to a brutal Knicks loss, a Brunson ankle scare, and why the effort level (especially from KAT) had everyone boiling.
The Mets are reportedly in with a massive short-term offer for Kyle Tucker, while Toronto looms with long-term security and the Dodgers lurk as a wildcard. The guys debate the core question every star free agent faces: take the absurd annual payday and bet on yourself, or lock in a decade of guaranteed money and never look back.
They dig into whether Tucker is truly worth Juan Soto-level money, the risks of overpaying on a short deal, and why a ten-year commitment feels dangerous for the Mets. From roster construction to championship ceilings to quality-of-life considerations, this turns into a full breakdown of what Tucker should do, and what the Mets should be willing to live with if they miss out.
Cinco De Luncho takes center stage as Evan, Tiki, and Shaun rank the five greatest games ever played at the old Giants Stadium. From iconic playoff blowouts to unforgettable regular season moments, each list sparks debate, nostalgia, and plenty of arguing over what truly belongs in the top five.
The conversation weaves through legendary wins, painful losses that shaped championships, and personal memories from the field and the stands. A full-on Giants history lesson with strong opinions, laughs, and classic sports radio chaos.
The Giants finally have a real head coach, and everything feels different. Evan, Tiki, and Sean debate how much the John Harbaugh hire should immediately raise expectations in Year 1. Is a winning season the floor, or is it fair to expect playoff contention right away? The guys dive into what this move means for Joe Shane, how tough the NFC really is, why meaningful football in December matters, and whether Giants fans should aim high or stay patient. One thing is clear: the bar has officially been raised in New York with John Harbaugh now leading the franchise.
A passionate debate erupts over tanking, fandom, and what fans are actually supposed to root for in September and October. The guys argue whether it’s ever acceptable to cheer for losses, how draft position really changes franchises, and why fans should never be told to embrace losing. The conversation spills into Giants optimism under John Harbaugh, Jets misery, long term expectations, and whether New York sports fans are finally allowed to believe again or if that’s just asking to get burned.
A full blown Jets meltdown after Dante Moore decides to return to college. The guys debate why Moore staying in school actually hurts the Jets by taking options off the board, killing trade down possibilities, and increasing pressure on the front office to get quarterback right. What starts as a simple prediction check quickly turns into a heated argument about draft philosophy, organizational competence, and whether Jets fans are actually celebrating being saved from themselves.
The guys break down a wild stat that makes the John Harbaugh moment feel even bigger: the Giants almost never bring in a head coach who already has a Super Bowl on his resume, and across New York sports it’s surprisingly rare to land a proven champion and have it translate into titles here. That leads to the Weeb Ewbank deep dive as the lone example of a coach who won elsewhere and then won again with a New York team, plus a rapid fire debate over which sports even “count” in the conversation.
Then the callers take over, mixing Harbaugh euphoria with classic New York superstition, including one fan reaching for “Giants were first to do this” trivia and the show pushing back with a simpler point: Harbaugh means consistent competence, yearly playoff contention, and eventually a real shot at a title.
The segment also hits on 2026 expectations with Jaxson Dart entering Year 2, and why this feels different than other “can’t miss” New York celebrations like Aaron Rodgers to the Jets or the Nets superteam. The message is basically this: even if it doesn’t immediately end in a parade, Harbaugh can still be the turning point that drags the Giants out of the mud for the long haul.
John Harbaugh did not just take the Giants job. He chose it. The guys explain why Harbaugh skipping other interviews is such a powerful signal about where the New York Giants are headed, and why this hire stands apart from past coaching cycles. They also dig into how Joe Schoen’s roster build and the drafting of Jaxson Dart helped make the Giants the most appealing destination on the board. From past misses to present momentum, this is the clearest case yet that the Giants finally got it right.
The New York Giants finally land the coach everyone wanted. The guys break down why John Harbaugh choosing the Giants over every other opening is such a massive statement for the franchise, and why this cycle feels different from the last decade of misses. They also explain how Joe Schoen deserves real credit for building a roster and drafting Jaxson Dart in a way that made the job irresistible for a Super Bowl winning head coach. From coaching failures of the past to why this move feels like a true turning point, this is why Giants fans have every reason to believe again.
Kyle Tucker watch is underway while John Harbaugh finally leaves Maryland for Blue Sky's.
The Mets offseason is at a tipping point, and Kyle Tucker is the one move that could change the entire mood. Evan and Tiki debate why Tucker would “save” the winter, why the Mets’ only real edge is money, and how David Stearns’ short-term, high-AAV philosophy is shaping everything after losing Pete Alonso. Then it turns into a wild New York sports morning: John Harbaugh meets with the Giants, fans call in on Tucker vs pitching help (Suarez, Valdez, Giolito), and the guys hit the Yankees’ under-the-radar Ryan Weathers trade before circling back to the big question: who’s the Mets ace right now?
Chapters
00:00 Kyle Tucker “saves” the Mets offseason
03:20 Mets vs Dodgers vs Blue Jays and what actually matters
06:25 Trusting Stearns, roster “maybes,” and the first base frustration
14:00 Giants news: John Harbaugh meeting and the Tisch plane buzz
18:30 Calls: Tucker vs Suarez/Valdez, plus the rotation anxiety
35:15 Yankees add Ryan Weathers, then Giolito and the Mets “ace” debate
The Giants finally get their face-to-face with John Harbaugh, and the debate turns into a full blown strategy session: is it better to go first and try to close immediately, or go last and land the final pitch? The guys size up the competition from Tennessee and Atlanta, including why both spots are way more appealing than fans want to admit.
Plus, Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti’s brutally honest press conference becomes must-listen audio, from Harbaugh’s next move to Lamar’s role in the coaching search. Then the show hits a whirlwind of calls on everything from Brian Daboll’s next stop, the Jets’ draft options and quarterback chaos, to what a “successful” Mets offseason even means and why Kyle Tucker suddenly feels like a must.
The Athletic’s Ian O’Connor joins Evan and Tiki with the latest on the John Harbaugh meeting and why the Giants appear to be leading the race. Ian explains what today’s sit-down really means, why the face-to-face time with Joe Schoen matters most, and what Harbaugh is looking for when it comes to roster power and the quarterback plan.
Then the conversation widens to the other suitors, including why Atlanta and Tennessee might come to Harbaugh instead of the other way around, plus the one “looming” team that could still complicate things. Ian also gives his current odds on Harbaugh landing with the Giants, and why money will not be the issue.
Finally, it turns to Aaron Rodgers and what comes next, including the possibility of Minnesota, a fascinating GM “word salad,” and what it all signals about the Vikings’ quarterback direction. Oh, and yes, the show also finds time for an all-time Cinco de Lunch moment: the “salmonella vs semolina” bread confusion goes fully off the rails.
In this 4th and final hour of the show, Evan accuses Chris McMonigle of a crime against his fanhood and all hell breaks loose. Also more on the John Harbaugh front.
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Welcome back Joe 😎💯
lol 😂🤣 are u kidding me.. robot fans in the stands.. robots 🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️ where has this world come to 😅😅
Steely Dan very underated band of the 1970s, love their music
awesome interview 👍 u play to win the game 😁😁
we'll miss you Minko 😢😢
Positively Swisherlious.. ohh baby 😁 Nick Swisher is one of my favorite Yankees from that 2009 team
ohh boy this is very ugly 😭😭 😡😡 I can believe it.. Cohen is not to take ownership of the Mets.. this is like the knife to the heart.. the Wilpons got to attach and got cold feet with this potential Cohen Met takeover.. this sucks.. this freaking sucks..
what I don't believe this.. what Carlos Beltran is parting ways with the Mets.. Carlos Beltran OMG 😭😭😈😈 I'm very pissed 🤬 Carlos Beltran what 🤦🏽♂️🤦🏽♂️
Bros this game was awesome.. the best comeback I've seen in this playoffs
great interview 👍 guys
Coach Judge.. congratulations man on being the NY Giants new head coach 😎💯💪
Kyrie Irving is not coming back.. and the Nets should not let him play for the rest of the season.. let's go Spencer Dinwidde 😎👊🏾
happy New year bros
welcome back bros 😎.. R.I.P Don Imus if it wasn't for him the wfan and sports talk radio shock jock will never exist
Danny Dimes was magnificent 5 touchdowns no interceptions 🔥🔥🔥🔥😄
Joe Klecco should have been in the hall of fame already
the mid afternoon show 😄
feel better 😷 Evan 🙏🙏
YESSSSSSSSSS so happy that my team the New York Mets will get a new owner