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The leaked NFLPA report cards spark a New York football reckoning. The Giants get crushed, including Joe Schoen landing the lowest GM grade in the league, while the Jets somehow come out glowing and Aaron Glenn grades out as one of the best-liked head coaches. And of course, MetLife’s field gets dragged again, with World Cup grass plans creating even more questions. Then it’s Cinco De Luncho time: in honor of the Giancarlo Stanton “can’t open a bag of chips” saga, we draft the Top 5 hardest things to open. Plus, Mets fans argue Opening Day pitching drama, Jets fans debate drafting offense vs. defense, and the show detonates into Rangers chaos as Adam Fox’s reaction fuels a full-blown Chris Drury and Mike Sullivan freakout.

Full Show: The Giants could trade Kayvon Thibodeau, Aaron Glenn gets a little sleepy at the Combine, the Mets have their Opening Day starter, Tiki discusses space travel and aliens, and much more.

The final hour is packed with controversy, rumors, and classic offseason chaos. The guys react to revealing audio from Adam Fox and what it could mean for his future with the New York Rangers, plus growing tension surrounding front office decisions from Chris Drury and Mike Sullivan.

This segment starts with real tension in Rangers land and somehow ends in a full-blown extraterrestrial argument. Callers and hosts dive into the fallout surrounding Adam Fox, questions about leadership decisions, Team USA snubs, and whether the Rangers dismantled the core around him. Is Fox quietly fed up, or is this all overblown? Then the show swerves into pure everyday frustration as listeners nominate the most impossible things to open on Earth, from razor-sharp plastic clamshell packaging to pickle jars that feel welded shut. Pro tips, battle scars, and universal rage included. And just when you think it can’t get more chaotic, the phones light up with debates about Derek Jeter’s defense, Gold Gloves vs advanced metrics, and whether the eye test still matters. Finally, things go completely cosmic. Ancient aliens, the Fermi paradox, dinosaurs in space suits, and the mind-bending size of the universe take over as the crew argues that alien life almost certainly exists… but will probably never find us.

Cinco De Luncho delivers a painfully relatable draft after Giancarlo Stanton’s injury update revealed he can’t even open a bag of chips. That sparks the ultimate debate: what are the absolute hardest everyday things to open? From vacuum-sealed jars to impossible packaging and diner condiments that refuse to cooperate, the crew counts down the Top 5 most infuriating items that test your strength, patience, and dignity. Expect personal horror stories, kitchen fails, and the kind of chaos that only a Friday lunch hour can produce.

The leaked NFLPA player report cards kick off the show, and the New York teams land on opposite ends of the spectrum. Giants players hammer the organization, handing Joe Schoen the worst GM grade in the entire league while facility issues and roster frustration take center stage. Meanwhile, the Jets receive strong marks across the board, including major praise for Aaron Glenn from players. The one thing both teams agree on? MetLife Stadium’s playing surface is a disaster, earning an F-minus and reigniting concerns about injuries, turf stigma, and the upcoming World Cup grass overhaul. Does any of this actually matter, or is it just offseason noise? The guys break down what’s real, what’s changing, and what fans should actually care about.

Mets fans wanted the movie scene: Nolan McLean at Citi Field on Opening Day, homegrown phenom vs. Paul Skenes, two young flamethrowers kicking off the season with electricity. Instead, Carlos Mendoza goes with Freddie Peralta as the Opening Day starter, and it sets off a classic New York debate about what matters more: the ace, the moment, or the message. The show dives into why McLean has fans dreaming big. The kid looks like the future of Mets pitching, and Mets history is built on arms. But body of work still counts, and Peralta is the established top-of-the-rotation guy, even if he is only guaranteed for one season.

The clip everyone is talking about: Aaron Glenn on camera at the Combine looking like he caught a quick nap at the worst possible time. The show starts with some sympathy because anyone who has sat through the Combine knows how brutally long and dull it can be. But in New York, perception is reality, and for a Jets coach already under scrutiny, this becomes instant ammunition for critics and internet trolls alike. The crew breaks down why it is both unfair and unavoidable. Glenn might have just been “resting his eyes,” but once the cameras catch it, it becomes part of Jets lore. From comparisons to infamous New York sports moments to the fear that this clip will resurface every time something goes wrong this season, the conversation dives into how narratives stick and why Glenn may never fully escape it. Jet fans then take over the show, venting years of frustration and embarrassment fatigue. Connor Green voices what many supporters feel: it is not even about wins anymore, it is about begging the team to st

Shaun and Tiki break down the idea of trading for Tremaine Edmunds and why adding a proven veteran linebacker could stabilize a young defense, especially with major turnover expected at the position. They examine Bobby Okereke’s future, the value of experience on a rebuilding roster, and why Edmunds could still have several productive years left. The conversation then shifts to the Giants’ No. 5 pick and the ongoing running back chatter, with the guys arguing the team has far bigger needs than adding another ball carrier. Is this pick better used on defense, the offensive line, or by moving down to gain assets? Plus, a heated discussion on Caleb Downs’ value as a potential game-changing safety, the roster’s true weaknesses, and quick Hall of Fame thoughts on Brandon Marshall and London Fletcher.

Rumors swirl that the Giants could target Notre Dame star Jeremiah Love with the fifth overall pick, but Shaun and Tiki aren’t buying it. They break down why drafting a running back that high makes little sense for a team that already has a top rushing attack and bigger roster holes, and why the chatter feels like a classic trade-down smokescreen. Plus, callers debate whether Love could help protect Jaxson Dart, how Abdul Carter should be deployed defensively, and why building around the trenches still matters more than adding another skill player. Is Big Blue setting up a move back in the draft, or is this the start of another Saquon-style debate?

After Jermaine Johnson was dealt, rumors swirl that Kayvon Thibodeaux could be next. Shaun and Tiki react to Connor Hughes’ report from the Combine, debating whether Kayvon is truly expendable or still a crucial piece of a dominant pass-rush rotation. They discuss his production drop, injury concerns, draft expectations, and why great Giants defenses always featured waves of edge rushers. Plus, what kind of return would actually make sense? The guys explore potential player-for-player scenarios, including linebacker Tremaine Edmunds and tight end Sam LaPorta, while callers weigh in on leadership, run defense struggles, coaching impact, and whether trading Kayvon for picks would be a massive mistake.

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FULL SHOW: Giancarlo Stanton continues to deal with injury, the Jets make a trade with the Titans, Andy Dalton to the Jets is a possibility, St. John's is crushed by UCONN, and much more.

It starts in the Bronx with a sentence you never want to hear about your DH: Giancarlo Stanton says his elbow pain is so bad he “can’t open a bag of chips,” yet he’s still talking about a full season. The guys react to Stanton’s “mentally tough” framing, Aaron Boone’s comments, and the bigger question Yankees fans can’t shake: if this is what they’re telling us, what aren’t they telling us? From there, the Yankees’ roster dominoes come into focus. Randal Grichuk arrives, the Domínguez vs. Spencer Jones conversation heats up, and the debate turns to a practical plan: should the Yankees slow-play Stanton early, keep him out of cold weather, and treat him like an October investment while the kids get real runway? Then the hour swings to football. The Jets make a major defensive statement by flipping Jermaine Johnson for massive nose tackle T’Vondre Sweat, signaling a scheme shift and a clear vision for Aaron Glenn’s defense. Calls pour in on what it means for the draft, the front seven, and whether the Jets sh

A jam-packed hour with travel chaos, brutal commutes, and a check-in on the crew (including Connor Green and the latest “Loogie” tales). Then the sports hits hard: Giancarlo Stanton admits his elbow pain is so bad he “can’t open a bag of chips,” sparking a real Yankees roster conversation around rest, urgency, and what it means for Jason Dominguez and Spencer Jones. From there, it’s full Jets mode at the combine after a headline trade: Jermaine Johnson is shipped out as the Jets bring in massive nose tackle T’Vondre Sweat, with plenty of debate on what it says about Aaron Glenn’s defensive blueprint and what it means for the No. 2 pick. The QB carousel gets messy too, with Andy Dalton as a potential “competency” option, plus the usual Kirk Cousins and Derek Carr arguments, and even some Tanner McKee trade talk. To wrap it up, St. John’s lays an egg vs. UConn and the guys argue whether it’s an anomaly or a warning sign for March, with a quick spin through other big topics like ABS and CC Sabathia getting his

CC Sabathia’s No. 52 officially getting retired by the Yankees, with the ceremony slated for Saturday, September 26 vs. the Orioles. The guys lay out why CC is an automatic “yes,” why the championship-count argument is lazy, and why being a first-ballot Hall of Famer going in as a Yankee ends the discussion. Calls roll in with pushback, Bernie vs. CC comparisons, and even a detour into whether A-Rod’s number should be in the rafters too. From there, the show pivots to the Jets and the nonstop quarterback carousel, including the “bridge QB” debate around Kirk Cousins, what Frank Reich’s presence means, and the bigger question Jets fans keep asking: is there finally a real plan, or is it just another year of vibes and wishcasting. More calls hit on roster direction, organizational competence, and who actually has the brighter future right now. And then, out of nowhere, Tampa International Airport becomes the main character, with a viral push to ban pajamas (and allegedly Crocs) from the airport. The guys argu

The final hour of the WFAN midday show brings nonstop New York sports chaos and wild off-field debates! With Evan Roberts away, Tiki Barber and the crew break down the rumored deal sending Jermaine Johnson to the Tennessee Titans for DeAndre Swift, plus what it means for the New York Jets.

After getting crushed online for his “next numbers to be retired” Cinco, Shaun opens this segment by admitting he missed some obvious names, most notably Carlos Beltrán, a future Hall of Famer likely to go in as a Met. That sparks a quick cleanup of the list, including the realization that Aaron Judge’s No. 99 will almost certainly be retired long before some of the earlier picks. From there, the show pivots to fresh intel out of the NFL Combine, where reports suggest the Jets are open to listening on additional trades beyond Jermaine Johnson. The guys try to figure out who that could realistically be, why accumulating assets might be the strategy, and whether the roster even has enough desirable talent to move. Giants free agency chatter also surfaces as top agents meet with teams in Indianapolis.

Cinco de Luncho, sparked by the news that CC Sabathia’s No. 52 is headed for Monument Park. The guys draft the next five New York athletes most likely to have their numbers retired, sparking debates across all four major sports. On the list: Carmelo Anthony’s complicated Knicks legacy, Chris Kreider’s Rangers records and playoff heroics, Jacob deGrom’s emotional Mets case despite finishing elsewhere, and the glaring omission of Darrelle Revis — arguably the greatest Jet ever — whose No. 24 still isn’t retired. Callers weigh in on whether team success should matter, how fan emotion shapes these decisions, and why some franchises move faster than others. The conversation expands into what makes a number-retirement truly meaningful, how rivalries and late-career moves affect legacies, and whether teams sometimes wait for the “right moment” to celebrate former stars. It’s a passionate, cross-town debate to close the hour, mixing nostalgia, hot takes, and a little disbelief at who’s still waiting for the call.

CC Sabathia’s No. 52 will be retired on the final Saturday of the regular season, and the reaction is pure excitement… mixed with disbelief that anyone would object. The guys explain why a first-ballot Hall of Famer going in as a Yankee automatically qualifies, why the “only one championship” argument doesn’t hold up, and how CC embodied the post-dynasty era of Yankees greatness. Callers weigh in with comparisons to Bernie Williams, Jorge Posada, and other retired numbers, sparking a larger debate about what the true criteria should be in the Bronx. The conversation also veers into legacy talk, Cy Young arguments, and just how much Sabathia meant to the 2009 title run and the franchise’s identity for more than a decade. A passionate defense of CC closes the segment, along with a quick look at the broader landscape of retired numbers across New York sports and who could be next.