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BT & Sal are infuriated by the Giants' "ass-backwards" decision to fire head coach Brian Daboll while retaining GM Joe Schoen and allowing him to lead the search for a new coach. Sal argues that the Giants' failure to clean house is a continuation of decades of "ineptitude." Tierney is "genuinely stunned," questioning why any "battle-tested adult" coach with a winning resume would hitch their wagon to a GM "hanging by a thread" and pointing out that Schoen's roster depth is "pathetic." The hosts dissect the stunning quote in the press release that they feel Schoen "assembled a good young nucleus," given his track record of major busts like Evan Neal. They conclude that by splitting the ticket, the Giants chose the absolute "worst option," dooming the franchise to more losing. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boomer & Gio wonder how Daniel Jones really feels about Brian Daboll’s firing. Gio thinks Jones might be quietly celebrating after a rocky relationship with his now-former head coach. Boomer weighs in on what this means for Jones’ future with Jaxson Dart taking over. Plus, Jerry Recco’s update features Daboll reaction, Eagles-Packers highlights, and the Rangers finally winning at home. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boomer & Gio react to the stunning move by the Giants to fire Brian Daboll while keeping GM Joe Schoen. Gio calls it strange to split up the duo that came in together, while Boomer wonders what this means for Jaxson Dart’s future. Is this the right reset for the franchise or another sign of front-office confusion at MetLife? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Keeping Joe Schoen makes the Giants HC job less desirable To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unless it's Mike Tomlin, the Giants must hire an offensive head coach To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Firing Brian Daboll was necessary but only a half-measure for the Giants To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Firing Brian Daboll won't solve the Giants problems To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe Beningo is full of bravado after a Jets win To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We give our feelings on the firing of Brian Daboll To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Giants buried a lead that Joe Schoen is here to stay To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal react to the breaking news that Brian Daboll has been fired as the New York Giants head coach, effective immediately, with Mike Kafka named the interim. The hosts agree it was the "humane thing to do" after another fourth-quarter collapse and a disastrous season, arguing that his record—not bad luck—is the reason. The fiery discussion quickly pivots to the next logical steps, demanding that defensive coordinator Shane Bowen be fired immediately, calling his continued employment "patently offensive." They also debate General Manager Joe Schoen's future, with Sal stating "He'll be next" but expressing concern over ownership's commitment to a full clean-house approach. The segment covers the immediate optics of the firing and what the Giants need to do for a true, long-term rebuild. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal tackle the "predictable" concussion suffered by Giants QB Jaxson Dart, arguing that his physically punishing style and the team's over-reliance on designed runs (RPOs) is an "abuse" that is "not sustainable" in the NFL. They debate whether the Giants can or should "reel in" his play, acknowledging his dual-threat ability makes him a future star, but also his long-term health is "hanging by a thread." The discussion heats up as they slam the inexcusable breakdown in concussion protocol, questioning how Dart was allowed back on the field after a vicious hit where his head smashed the turf. They demand accountability, arguing that "somebody messed something up, seriously." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal emphatically declare that it is "painfully obvious" the Brian Daboll era is over and that the Giants must fire him today for the good of the franchise. The hosts slam the team for repeatedly blowing big fourth-quarter leads (like the latest loss in Chicago) and accuse Daboll of having a "losing mentality." They highlight his conservative, "scared" decision-making, specifically critiquing the choice to kick a field goal from the 1-yard line while up 20-10, arguing that it's a "loser move" in the modern NFL. Sal insists Daboll's presence is now doing "more harm than good," creating a toxic environment where players are focused on "not collapsing" rather than winning. The discussion also touches on the significant injury suffered by QB Jaxson Dart and its impact on the team. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boomer and Gio react to the bizarre story of Steve Cohen auctioning off his $10 million gold toilet and how it perfectly sums up the Mets’ season before diving into Major League Baseball’s growing gambling scandal. From Guardians pitchers caught fixing prop bets to questions about how deep it goes, the guys debate whether fans, players, or commissioners are taking it seriously enough. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Jets somehow pull out a win despite Justin Fields throwing for just 54 yards thanks to special teams heroics and a dominant defensive effort. Boomer and Gio react to one of the strangest victories of the season, as Aaron Glenn’s crew finds a way to win ugly while the Giants sink further into chaos. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boomer & Gio react to another brutal Giants collapse Jaxson Dart goes down with a concussion, Brian Daboll looks defeated, and fans are demanding change. The guys debate whether this was the final nail in Daboll’s coffin and if it’s time to turn to Jameis Winston. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Congrats to the Jets on a big win that will only hurt them in the future To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Giants are not putting Jaxson Dart in harm's way letting him run. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Giants only know how to lose and the blame falls on Brian Daboll. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal are joined by former New York Rangers legend Henrik Lundqvist and Dr. Jonathan Salik to raise urgent awareness about Recurrent Pericarditis (RP), a chronic and often misdiagnosed heart disease. Lundqvist details how RP forced his retirement following open-heart surgery, calling the condition a major "life disrupted." The King also weighs in on the current Rangers squad, addressing their embarrassing zero-goal start at home and reflecting on the frustration of his own career, where he often carried deficient offensive teams. The hosts conclude by placing Lundqvist on New York's "Mount Rushmore of Heartbreak," alongside greats like Patrick Ewing and Don Mattingly—legends revered for their greatness but lacking a championship ring. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal dive into the "DH or Done" dilemma surrounding Pete Alonso's free agency, arguing that the Mets cannot let the star first baseman hold their crucial offseason hostage. Sal insists the Mets must offer Alonso a "perfect" deal—a long-term contract (he suggests 5 years, $150M) only if he agrees to transition immediately to a Designated Hitter role to improve the team's defense. Tierney agrees he needs to be an affordable DH, but suspects Alonso's pride in playing first base will lead him to walk away for less money elsewhere. They both conclude that if Alonso and his agent, Scott Boras, drag the process out or refuse the DH mandate, the Mets must move on immediately to aggressively build a World Series-caliber roster To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who would have predicted that in the beginning of November, neither the Jets or Rangers would have a single win at home AND that Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams would no longer be on the Jets? Follow @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe B joined us after the Jets trades of Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The reaction to breaking news of the Jets trading their star defensive tackle to the Dallas Cowboys. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal are stunned as breaking news hits the air: The New York Jets have traded star cornerback Sauce Gardner to the Indianapolis Colts for a massive haul, including two first-round draft picks! The hosts are immediately joined by NFL Insider Brian Baldinger to break down the blockbuster deal. BT views it as a "bold" and needed move that shows the new front office has a "clue" and direction, while Baldi discusses Gardner's perceived overrated play and lack of recent turnovers. The trio debates the implications for the Jets' full rebuild, questioning if players like Breece Hall are now on the trade block and if the move will finally "expedite the process" of changing the franchise's losing culture. They also briefly touch on the Giants' "embarrassing" defensive performance against the 49ers. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT and Sal unleash a fiery critique of the Giants' leadership, reacting to reports that ownership might split the ticket and keep either Brian Daboll or Joe Schoen. The hosts vehemently argue that both have failed and deserve to be fired, calling a split decision an "epic disaster." Sal makes the case that if he had to keep one, it would be Daboll due to his work in developing quarterback Jaxson Dart, but questions why Schoen is reportedly favored by ownership despite the team's disastrous record, especially against NFC East rivals. The debate escalates as they discuss the danger of letting Schoen make trade deadline moves and demand that ownership make a decisive move now to start a true culture reset. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The clock’s ticking to 4 PM. No buzz, no moves — yet. Will the Jets shock the league and move Breece Hall? The Giants found their guy in Jaxson Dart. Can the Jets do the same? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sunday's Giants loss was disheartening and is shifting the tide on Brian Daboll To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dexter Lawrence doesn't look the same, is he unhappy with his contract? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal declare the Schoen and Daboll era is unequivocally over after the Giants' latest pathetic loss at home to the depleted 49ers. Despite Jaxson Dart's strong performance, the team is now 2-7 for the third straight year, proving the regime's failure goes far beyond the quarterback position. The hosts blast the horrific play calling, abysmal defensive effort (especially stopping the run), and the disengaged players who are reportedly quitting on plays—a sign of a broken culture. They argue that the marriage of Dart and Daboll is not worth saving, demanding the firing of both Shane and Daboll immediately before they "run Dart into the ground" out of desperation. The conversation concludes with a list of the franchise's failings: they don't draft well, don't develop well, and don't coach well. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Giants fall again — and this time, their own stadium sounded like a Niners home game. Boomer says the winds of change are blowing in Big Blue, and Brian Daboll’s future might be caught in the storm. The rookie QB’s playing reckless, Jayden Daniels is likely done for the season, and Boomer’s throwing out Lane Kiffin for the Giants — while Gio wants him in Gang Green. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THE MONSTERS WE MAKE: Murder, Obsession, and the Rise of Criminal Profiling [W. W. Norton and Company; October 14, 2025] where Rachel Corbett takes a fresh look at criminal profiling -- the effort to analyze criminal behavior to identify criminals as a predictable, and controllable human type. Corbett walks readers through its history, examines its modern uses, and takes clear-eyed stock of its profound limitations. Follow Rachel Corbett on Instagram & X @RachelNCorbett Follow Pete Hoffman @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After 165 days and more than 8,000 miles at sea, British adventurers Jess Rowe (28) and Miriam Payne (26) — known as the "Seas the Day" ocean-rowing duo — have officially completed their record-breaking, non-stop crossing of the Pacific Ocean from Peru to Australia, becoming the first female team ever to row the Pacific mainland-to-mainland unsupported. Follow Jess Rowe on Instagram @Wild_Rowe Follow Miriam Payne on Instagram @Mimsinthewild Follow Pete Hoffman on X Insta & TikTok @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal launch a blistering attack on the Mets and Yankees, arguing that despite their immense wealth, neither team is truly committed to going "all-in" like the Los Angeles Dodgers. They dissect how New York has consistently lost out on premier superstars, from Freddie Freeman to Ohtani and Yamamoto, and how they often settle for a "nice plan B" instead of adding talent on top of talent. The hosts demand both teams flex their financial muscle this offseason for names like Skubal and Kyle Tucker, declaring that competing with the Dodgers requires a mentality of zero restrictions. Sal and BT debate the risk of trading top pitching prospects like McClain and Schlittler to achieve immediate World Series contention, emphasizing that anything less than total commitment is unacceptable for New York. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal interview global star Sydney Sweeney about her intense new film, "Christy," based on the life of professional boxer Christy Martin. Sweeney dishes on the extreme physical transformation, revealing she gained 35 pounds of muscle through rigorous training and consuming excessive calories—a process she found tougher than losing the weight! She shocks the hosts by admitting the fight scenes involved real contact, leading to bloody noses and even a concussion. Sweeney also talks about her surprisingly grounded life in Idaho (living in her great-grandma's house!) and her background as a combat sports athlete before Euphoria blocked her path to a black belt. Plus, she gives an update on the end of Euphoria and teases her next big horror project. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joe B joins us for the first time all season after a Jets WIN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The emotions coming out of a Giants loss in Philadelphia are layered To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal lay into the Giants after their latest loss to the Eagles, leaving them at a disastrous 2-6 record for the third straight year under Brian Daboll. Despite the excitement around rookie QB Jaxson Dart, the hosts argue the same pattern of losing, poor defense, and inexcusable game management (like coughing up the Cowboys and Broncos games) proves the regime is failing. They call out the top-ten payroll and high-priced defensive stars for their inability to stop the run (giving up 276 yards!), slam Defensive Coordinator Shane Bowen, and debate whether Daboll's job is safe even with Dart's promise, asking: "Why is their record the same that it's been for the last nine seasons?" To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We started the show talking about the passing of Nick Mangold. Aaron Glenn and the Jets got their first win of the season with a great comeback win in Cincinnati. This was the Justin Fields we watched in week 1. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal welcome legendary WFAN host Steve Somers to the studio to discuss his new book, Me Here, You There, available for pre-order on November 18th. The interview is fiery and deeply personal, covering his incredible career journey, from boxing three rounds with Muhammad Ali and watching the Immaculate Reception with John Madden, to his decades at WFAN. Somers reveals sensitive, never-before-heard stories about overcoming prostate cancer and his struggle with alcoholism (which led to a 30-day rehab stint) while working the overnight shift. He also offers honest, behind-the-scenes takes on his difficult midday pairing with Russ Salzberg and details his unlikely friendship and correspondence with Jerry Seinfeld, who wrote the book's foreword. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Jets finally got their first win of the season but it doesn't change the fact that they don't have a long-term solution at QB or head coach. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal dive into the highly-charged Giants vs. Eagles Part Two, arguing over whether this crucial divisional showdown is the last chance for the Giants to have a "relevant" 2025 season. Sal believes a win sets the Giants on a realistic 9-win path, while BT focuses on the big-picture evaluation of Jaxson Dart and Brian Daboll. The hosts debate: Whether sweeping the Eagles is plausible given the Giants' decade-long losing streak in Philly. The impact of the brutal Broncos loss, and if the team can respond against a tough opponent. The pressure on Brian Daboll to stop finding ways to lose, with the implication that his job is on the line. They agree the game will be "definitive," either igniting "Giants Pride" and a playoff push, or forcing the conversation to shift entirely to "who's coaching the Giants next year?" and the future surrounding their young quarterback. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We kicked off with the NBA gambling scandal. Kash Patel blasted Stephen A. Smith for claiming Trump was behind the arrests, while Gio said Smith was just protecting ESPN’s NBA ties. Brian Windhorst revealed a sportsbook tipped off the NBA about Terry Rozier, leading to a fake “injury” cover-up. Chris Russo shrugged it off. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sunday is a huge test for Jaxson Dart and Brian Daboll after the collapse in Denver To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Rangers find a way to light the lamp 5 times against the worst team in the NHL... and still wind up losing 6-5 in OT! How is that possible? Follow @HoffWFAN To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An interesting question surrounding today's gambling story of the day To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BT & Sal react live to the explosive breaking news: NBA figures Terry Rozier and coach Chauncey Billups were arrested as part of a massive, multi-year FBI probe into illegal gambling and sports rigging involving La Cosa Nostra. The hosts slam the shocking details—tens of millions in fraud, prop bets fixed by faked injuries, and high-tech rigged poker games using X-ray tables and hidden cameras. They passionately argue that the scandal shatters the integrity of sports, proving that immense player salaries won't stop cheating driven by addiction or the "rush." This is every fan's worst fear confirmed. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sports world shaken as FBI arrests Heat’s Terry Rozier and Trail Blazers Head Coach Chauncey Billups in a sports gambling probe. A federal prosecutor joined the discussion, shedding light on what could be behind these high-profile arrests and the growing crackdown on gambling in professional sports. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We kicked off the show with a bang — the Knicks snagged their first win of the season under Mike Brown, taking down the Cavs at the Garden! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There was a whole lot to like about the Knicks first game under Mike Brown To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices