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Evan & Tiki brings balance, brains and edge to New York sports talk. Evan Roberts’ fan-first intensity pairs with Tiki Barber’s perspective from inside the game to create debate that’s informed, passionate and rarely predictable. Whether it’s Giants and Jets analysis, Yankees and Mets arguments, or Knicks, Nets and league-wide storylines, the conversation goes deeper than hot takes. Throw in Shaun Morash, who stirs the pot with unfiltered opinions and the raw pulse of the fanbase, and you have Evan & Tiki, a show where New York sports get talked through — not talked over.
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Evan has thoughts on the Jets regime speaking, plus baseball controversy in Spring Training
In this segment, we dive deep into the ultimate tale of two New York franchises, tackling the growing frustration surrounding the Jets and the behind-the-scenes drama brewing with the Giants. We unpack why Aaron Glenn’s “superpower” rhetoric is falling completely flat with diehard fans who are exhausted by the "fake it before you make it" mentality, while contrasting it with the quiet, proven confidence of GM Darren McGee. Plus, we pull no punches reacting to the latest media leaks regarding Joe Schoen and Giants ownership, break down why a veteran like Kirk Cousins might just be a "bridge to nowhere," and even take a detour for a legendary caller with a jaw-dropping physical feat. Are the Jets actually turning a corner, or are we just buying into the same old grandiose promises?
It was a loaded hour of basketball drama and sports philosophy. The Knicks’ offense stalled again, Karl-Anthony Towns disappeared, and the finger-pointing is officially underway. Is it on KAT for not demanding the ball, on the coach for not forcing the issue, or on Jalen Brunson for slipping into hero ball instead of running the team? Plus, a major playoff wrinkle: Mitchell Robinson’s impact raises a real question about whether the Knicks’ starting lineup needs to change when games actually matter.
Then the focus shifts to Cleveland, where the addition of James Harden suddenly has people rethinking the Eastern Conference hierarchy. Are the Cavaliers finally a legitimate threat, or is this just another chapter in Harden’s long history of regular-season hype and postseason disappointment? Knicks fans weigh in on whether they fear Cleveland at all and how the East really stacks up right now.
The conversation takes a surprising turn into a heated debate about legacy and loyalty: what matters more to athletes, winning for their country or winning for their franchise? With Olympic baseball on the horizon and the World Baseball Classic looming, the guys ask how New York would react if a star like Aaron Judge ever said a gold medal meant more than a World Series. The answer might not be pretty.
From lineup decisions to contender credibility to the emotional divide between fans and players, this hour covers everything fueling the current sports conversation.
MLB’s Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) system is here, and after seeing it up close in spring training, Evan is fired up. What’s supposed to make the game fairer is instead creating constant interruptions, delayed reactions to big moments, and a whole new layer of controversy. The biggest gripe? If the technology can get every call right instantly, why are players “challenging” pitches at all instead of just making the strike zone automatic?
The guys break down the chaos of “infinite” successful challenges, why this could dominate the early weeks of the season, and how baseball may be overthinking a problem with a simple solution. Calls pour in comparing ABS to VAR in soccer, pitch framing, and even where an umpire should stand to get the best view of the zone.
And because nothing stays on track for long, the conversation spirals into a hilarious hockey history mix-up involving Walter vs. Keith Tkachuk, an on-air apology challenge, locker-room prank stories, hotel room accusations, and a classic Cinco de la Show on the absolute worst parts of snow. A pure slice of late-winter sports talk chaos.
The 4th and final hour dives deep into one massive “what if” could the New York Jets actually trade up to No. 1 overall and draft Fernando Mendoza? The guys react to comments from John Spytek and the growing belief the Las Vegas Raiders may not budge even with a monster offer. Plus, why next year’s loaded draft class could change everything and how Tom Brady factors into the Raiders’ big-picture thinking.
Could the Jets realistically move up to No. 1 for a franchise quarterback… or is that dream already dead? At the NFL Combine, Raiders GM John Spytek kept the door barely open on dealing the top pick, while Jets GM Darren Mougey’s comments sounded a lot more final. The guys break down what those answers really mean, why a “Godfather offer” might be the only path up the board, and how valuable New York’s draft stockpile truly is.
Plus, wild trade scenarios enter the chat, including a hypothetical Kyler Murray deal and whether that would actually make the Jets contenders or just more entertaining. Is the smart move patience for a loaded future QB class, or going all-in right now? This segment dives deep into the strategy, risk, and desperation surrounding Gang Green’s quarterback hunt.
ith the tampering period looming, the conversation shifts to travel plans, spring training trips to Florida, early-morning flights, and who might have to carry a solo show if things go sideways. Plus, a live Rico weekend, lineup shakeups, and the real fear of what happens if the backups sound too good on air. Classic WFAN banter where football hype meets logistical panic.
nother snowstorm, another breaking point. From the soggy towel pile by the front door to kids stuck home with cabin fever, the crew unleashes a brutally honest “Cinco” ranking of the absolute worst parts of snow. Boots that destroy your feet, slush that turns everything ugly within hours, and the all-encompassing inconvenience that wrecks commutes, travel plans, and daily life all make the list. Plus, stories of weather chaos, being stranded mid-trip, and the mental toll of a winter that just won’t quit. If you’re sick of shoveling, slipping, and staring at gray snowbanks, this one will hit way too close to home.
As baseball inches closer to Opening Day, the debate over the automated strike zone is heating up. If technology can instantly tell you ball or strike, why turn it into a challenge system at all? The crew argues that MLB is making a simple solution unnecessarily complicated, especially compared to systems like soccer’s VAR that review plays automatically. From pitch framing becoming obsolete to questions about whether this is just a stepping stone toward full “robot umps,” the conversation dives into how technology could reshape the game and why many believe the current approach is missing the obvious fix. Plus, callers weigh in with ideas, comparisons, and concerns about what fans will actually be talking about when the season begins.
Aaron Judge’s spring training appearance came with a side of controversy as MLB’s Automated Ball-Strike (ABS) challenge system took center stage. After a Yankees game featured a staggering number of challenges, the debate exploded: Is this tech fixing baseball or ruining its flow? While reviews are lightning fast, the constant interruptions, delayed celebrations, and strategic gamesmanship have some fans furious. Should every pitch just be called automatically by technology instead of turning balls and strikes into a challenge circus? The crew breaks down why this system feels choppy, why spring training may be skewing the numbers, and whether MLB is overthinking a problem that already has a simple solution. If this is baseball’s future, not everyone is ready for it.
When a two-time Stanley Cup champion says Olympic gold meant more, fans lose their minds. After Team USA hero Matthew Tkachuk revealed the gold medal experience topped his NHL titles, the crew dives into a question that hits especially hard in New York: what would happen if a superstar like Aaron Judge said the same thing about Olympic gold vs a World Series?
Is representing your country the ultimate achievement… or does nothing top a championship for the team you bleed for? From Olympic glory to Stanley Cup obsession, World Series hypotheticals, and the emotional gap between athletes and diehard fans, this conversation exposes a brutal truth: players and fans do not value success the same way.
Plus, the guys debate whether Yankees fans could ever forgive Judge for prioritizing Team USA, why Mets fans may soon face the same dilemma with Juan Soto and the WBC, and whether sports loyalty is more about identity than trophies.
If you’ve ever lived and died with a playoff run, this one will hit home.
Karl-Anthony Towns showed he can dominate when he gets touches, so why did he nearly disappear when the game mattered most? The guys zero in on Jalen Brunson’s shot-heavy “hero ball” night and debate whether a great scorer is failing to be a true floor general. If KAT isn’t the type to demand the ball, is it on Brunson to make sure he eats?
They also examine coaching accountability, why stars still need to be coached hard, and whether the Knicks’ offense loses its identity when the ball stops moving. Plus, a key playoff question emerges: should Mitchell Robinson be starting for toughness and rebounding if the Knicks see Cleveland in a series?
We dive into a heated rant about the Giants' front office priorities, questioning why ownership is leaking PR spin to the New York Post to protect GM Joe Schoen's reputation instead of addressing much larger, real-world organizational controversies. On the Jets side of town, we take the temperature of the fanbase, debating if the head coach is already a lame duck and why settling for a veteran quarterback like Kirk Cousins might just be a frustrating "bridge to nowhere." We cap things off with a little cross-podcast banter and a quick hardwood update on the Knicks and Nets.
A diehard Jets fan admits it: Aaron Glenn’s combine comments sound like empty hype, while GM Darren Mougey comes off confident, direct, and trustworthy. Tiki explains why credibility changes when you have real success behind you, and why “play-calling is my superpower” could either become a rallying cry or a punchline. Plus: the Wink Martindale rumor, the Woody Johnson trust problem, and why the only thing that truly fixes “LOL Jets” is winning actual games.
Evan Roberts is out, so the crew dives headfirst into the chaos of NFL Combine week and why it matters way more than the televised drills. With Aaron Glenn and Darren McGee speaking soon, the focus turns to the real Combine story: quarterbacks, leverage, and job security.
The big debate: should the Jets follow the “Giants model” by taking a premium non QB early, then swinging on a quarterback with pick 16 as a built-in “golden ticket” for the regime? Ty Simpson becomes the lightning rod, with arguments flying about upside, mobility, injury context, and whether a “Tony Romo ceiling” is worth a first round investment. Plus, the show tackles the alternative path: waiting for the supposedly stronger 2027 QB class, grabbing a later round value like Garrett Nussmeier, and how optics and draft slot can shape a quarterback’s runway.
Jets fans call in with strong takes on spending premium picks, the scars of the Zach Wilson era, and whether this franchise can develop any quarterback at all.
Joe Schoen meets the media at the NFL Combine and makes it clear: he says his role has not changed, and he’s still running the Giants football operation. But with Donna Aponte stepping into a major front office role and John Harbaugh now part of the decision-making mix, the conversation quickly turns to the real question: is this collaboration… or confusion waiting to happen?
Plus, Schoen says the Giants are “open for business” in the draft. With no third-round pick and a premium slot in Round 2, we debate how aggressive New York should be about moving back, moving up, and reshaping the board.
Then, on calls: Giants fans weigh in on the free agent priorities, including the Jermaine Eluemunor vs. Wan’Dale Robinson debate, and what kind of offseason approach this new structure could produce once free agency hits.
Evan gets roasted for an airplane meltdown scenario before the show pivots back to the NFL Combine and the New York Post’s “biggest offseason storylines” game: the QB carousel, Stafford rumors, franchise tags (including Breece Hall), and whether this draft really could produce only one Round 1 quarterback again.
Plus, a deep dive into what the Giants should actually spend on in free agency, why Tyler Linderbaum might be too pricey, and why Cordale Flott could be the sneaky “whoa” contract of the offseason. The hour also features Cinco de Luncho with the Top 5 local NFL players we want back, capped by a full-on debate about trading Kayvon Thibodeaux and why selling low makes no sense.
Also in the mix: Tommy Lugauer’s travel nightmare, a rabbit hole on the Hughes hockey family, and the weirdest medal-ceremony tradition that has athletes getting handed stuffed mascots right after heartbreak.
Shaun and Tiki break down the latest news from the NFL Combine, thoughts on the Jets QB situation, Giants and Jets draft forecasting, Shaun says he is not un-patriotic, and much more.
The 4th and final hour of Evan & Tiki brings breaking NFL news, rule change debates, and one epic weather rant to close out the show.
Big news out of the Combine as Jets GM Darren Mougey addresses the future of star running back Breece Hall, making it clear the franchise tag is on the table but the preference is a long-term deal. The crew breaks down what that actually means, whether the Jets should commit major money to a running back, and how Hall fits into a roster still searching for stability at quarterback.
Is this a sign the team views Hall as a cornerstone piece, or just leverage in negotiations? They also discuss the risks of tagging a running back, the market for elite backs, and what a deal would say about the new regime’s vision for the offense.
Contract strategy, roster building, and the future of one of the Jets’ biggest weapons all collide in a pivotal offseason conversation.
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Welcome back Joe 😎💯
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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
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Joe Klecco should have been in the hall of fame already
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YESSSSSSSSSS so happy that my team the New York Mets will get a new owner