WFAN’s Joe Benigno crushes Jets’ Joe Flacco, wants to see Mike White
WFAN Sports Radio host Joe Benigno is already tired of Joe Flacco following the Jets’ season-opening loss to the Ravens.
WFAN’s Joe Benigno crushes Jets’ Joe Flacco, wants to see Mike White
Yankees need to give Anthony Volpe the Derek Jeter treatment
Anthony Volpe is an interesting Yankees prospect. And that alone is interesting in itself given the Yankees’ long and strange history with prospects. In the 1980s, late owner George Steinbrenner couldn’t trade them fast enough. Frank Costanza still hasn’t recovered from the Jay Buhner trade. Times are different now. Almost reversed. Yankees fans are frustrated with … Continued
Mark McGwire has bold take on Aaron Judge’s HR pursuit, free agency
Say what you want about former MLB player Mark McGwire and the era he played in. Either way, that man knew how to hit home runs. His 583 career dingers currently rank 11th all-time. While he was in Oakland for Dave Stewart’s number retirement, he shared some interesting thoughts on Aaron Judge’s pursuit of home … Continued
How Brian Daboll used Derek Jeter to send Giants key message
Give the Captain an assist for the Giants’ epic Week 1 win? The lead nugget from NFL reporter Peter King’s NBC Sports column, a few hours after Big Blue’s thrilling 21-20 upset of the Titans: A few days ago, in a Giants’ full team meeting, coach Brian Daboll showed the team a clip from ESPN’s … Continued
Giants manage to squeeze some Kadarius Toney drama into thrilling win
The Giants’ current controversy magnet had a Week 1 that managed to echo two others who previously played the role. Kadarius Toney had two rushes for 23 yards in Sunday’s exhilarating 21-20 win over the Titans. He busted a 19-yard run on an outside sweep, then dipped and dodged to turn an aborted gadget play … Continued
Was falling into 2nd place what the Mets needed?
After a doubleheader sweep of the Pirates last Wednesday, it looked like the Mets were back on track. With no game Thursday, they had time to rest and prepare to take care of business in Miami against the Marlins. That didn’t happen Friday, as they lost 6-3. With yet another Braves victory, that meant New … Continued
Daniel Jones’ legs played crucial role in huge Giants win
The first half of Brian Daboll’s head coaching debut with the Giants didn’t go well. After re-grouping in the locker room at halftime, things got much better for New York. So much better, in fact, that the Giants and quarterback Daniel Jones left Nashville with the organization’s first 1-0 start since 2016. Outside of the … Continued
This Giants moment was desperately needed; Jets’ flop is concerning | Week 1 thoughts
The Giants have hope again. Not the manufactured kind they have deluded themselves with far too often over the last decade, but the real deal. And that is an even bigger victory than this whale of a 21-20 triumph over the Titans in Nashville. No one should try to make this anything else than it … Continued
Brian Daboll goes riverboat gambling in Giants debut | ESNY back page
Giants 21, Titans 20. The Brian Daboll era has begun with a stunning triumph. The Giants upset the Titans, 21-20, on Sunday — escaping Nashville with a thrilling win after Tennessee kicker Randy Bullock missed a game-winning field goal attempt as time expired. The Giants had gone ahead moments earlier when Daboll boldly went for two and … Continued
Yankees-Rays series takeaways: Bronx Bombers are back in swing
It only took a week for the Yankees to shift their approach against the rival Rays. New York lost two of three in St. Petersburg last weekend because they kept waiting for the game to come to them. This weekend, after dropping Friday night’s opener, things changed. The Yankees were more aggressive at the plate … Continued
What Mets must do to hold off Braves, capture NL East title
The NL East race has been in the Mets‘ favor all season – until it wasn’t. After the Braves jumped into first place for a brief moment over the weekend, the Mets took control again, winning two of three games in Miami. More than just the past few days, the past few months have taught … Continued
Jets running back says Mike White chants are ‘bulls–t,’ defends Joe Flacco
Michael Carter had Joe Flacco’s back (with the exception of that dropped touchdown pass) after the Jets’ shambolic season opener. “No. I think that’s bulls–t, though,” Carter told The Post’s Steve Serby when asked if he had heard fans chanting for third-string quarterback Mike White during Sunday’s 24-9 loss to the Ravens at rainy MetLife Stadium. … Continued
WATCH: Brian Daboll celebrates huge Giants victory with team
Head coach Brian Daboll dances with his team after the Giants stunned the Titans 21-20 on Sunday.
Giants stun Titans in thriller after Brian Daboll’s bold call, missed FG at gun
The Giants upset the Titans, 21-20, on Sunday, escaping with a thrilling win after Randy Bullock missed a game-winning field goal try.
WATCH: Giants take late lead vs. Titans with gutsy 2-point conversion
The Giants were trying to get themselves a Week 1 victory for the first time since 2016 and the offense did the best they could to make it happen. As time dwindled down in the fourth quarter, Daniel Jones and Saquon Barkley helped New York march down the field to punch the ball into the … Continued
WATCH: Huge plays for Giants’ Saquon Barkley, Sterling Shepard
The Giants’ Week 1 matchup against the Tennessee Titans didn’t start well. Through one half of football in Nashville, New York found itself in a 13-0 hole. But the second half? That’s been a different story. A couple of huge plays from Saquon Barkley and Sterling Shepard have gotten the Giants back in the ballgame … Continued
Jets’ offense non-existent in ugly loss to Ravens
The Jets have an improved defense. That we can say with some conviction, even after this ugly season-opening loss to the Ravens in the slop. But the offense? It was cover-your-eyes bad in Sunday’s 24-9 defeat at MetLife Stadium. The rain didn’t help, of course. But that will go away. And yes, quarterback Zach Wilson … Continued
WATCH: Angry Jets fans demand Mike White during disastrous opener
Jets fans want Mike White to replace Joe Flacco at quarterback amid what’s been a disastrous Week 1 performance.
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Giants 21, Titans 20: Saquon Barkley, Brian Daboll star in epic comeback
The Giants did something they have not done in a long time. They started 1-0. Here is ESNY’s coverage of Big Blue’s stirring 21-20 win over the Titans: Kratch’s Week 1 thoughts. This was a moment the Giants desperately needed. The back page. BRIAN DABALLS! At the gun. Brian Daboll played for the win. And … Continued
Ravens 24, Jets 9: Joe Flacco, offense struggle in ugly NFL Week 1 loss
The Jets had a 2022 NFL season opener to forget. Head coach Robert Saleh’s second year began with a dud, a 24-9 loss to the Ravens on Sunday at rainy MetLife Stadium. The defense was solid — until it gave out in the second half — but the real issue was an anemic offense and … Continued
Joe Flacco needs to keep Jets afloat | ESNY back page
James Kratch can be reached at james.kratch@xlmedia.com. Follow him on Twitter @JamesKratch
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Chris ‘Mad Dog’ Russo challenges Giants’ Saquon Barkley after bold talk
Saquon Barkley has talked a big game recently. Christopher “Mad Dog” Russo has challenged him to back it up in the most Mad Dog way possible. “Barkley makes it sound like he’s going to be Frank Gifford,” Russo said during his appearance on Mike Francesa’s BetRivers podcast. “Let me see it.” Barkley has not lacked … Continued
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Giants at Titans Week 1 NFL preview: Brian Daboll era, Daniel Jones’ prove-it year begin
The Giants open up their regular-season slate against the Titans this Sunday afternoon.
Jets vs. Ravens Week 1 NFL preview: Can Joe Flacco beat his old team?
The Jets and Joe Flacco commence the regular season by hosting the Ravens at MetLife Stadium this Sunday afternoon.
Yankees slide further vs. Rays; Mets fall out of first place | ESNY back page
James Kratch can be reached at james.kratch@xlmedia.com. Follow him on Twitter @JamesKratch.
Mets’ Eduardo Escobar getting hot at perfect time
The Mets’ soft September schedule continues on Friday in Miami against the Marlins. After a hiccup last weekend that led to a three-game losing streak against the Nationals and Pirates, it seems like New York has woken up for the stretch run. Before an off day, Chris Bassitt, Jacob deGrom, and the rest of the … Continued
Daniel Jones: Giants’ top 2022 goal is ‘starting fast’
As the Giants prepare to kick off their 2022 season against the Titans on Sunday, there are various storylines for different parts of the squad. For head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen, it’s the start of a new era, along with trying to erase the past regime’s mistakes. For quarterback Daniel Jones, … Continued
Willie Mays-Mets retired number rant was vintage ‘Mike and the Mad Dog’
Mike Francesa’s podcast reunion with Christopher “Mad Dog” Russo was a joy from start to finish. But the rant about the Mets retiring Willie Mays’ number was the undoubted peak. “Are we kidding with retiring Willie Mays’ number with the Mets? Fifty years later, are we serious?” Francesa said. “Willie Mays hit 14 homers for … Continued
WFAN’s Gregg Giannotti trashes Daniel Jones, Giants: ‘What else do you need to see?’
WFAN morning show host Gregg ‘Gio’ Giannotti did not hold back in his assessment of the Giants and quarterback Daniel Jones.
Charles Barkley adds fuel to Knicks’ Donovan Mitchell drama
The Knicks made a huge addition to their roster this summer by signing Jalen Brunson to a four-year, $104 million deal. That was great, but the focus recently has been how New York ended up whiffing on trading for Donovan Mitchell, who was acquired by the Cavaliers. How did this happen? Was finding a match … Continued
Jets LT Duane Brown out for Sunday, could head to IR
Duane Brown is dealing with a shoulder injury and will not suit up against the Ravens this Sunday afternoon.
Eli Manning goes ‘undercover’ in NYC, finds way to roast Patriots
Just about everyone knows NFL Week 1 is upon us, with the Jets and Giants getting ready to open their respective seasons on Sunday. But did you know season 2 of The Eli Manning Show is coming back to YouTube? Eli really wants you to know about it. He’s so focused on it that he … Continued
Does Brian Cashman need to ease up on Yankees’ analytics fixation?
Thanks to general manager Brian Cashman, analytics are a big part of how the Yankees operate. A prime example is the surprising Jordan Montgomery trade last month. The long lefty was 3-3 with a 3.69 ERA in 21 starts for New York and was a strong control pitcher. Yet, with Nestor Cortes’ emergence and the … Continued
OTD in Mets history: 2 Amazin’ September Memories
After falling into a first-place tie with the Braves atop the NL East, the 2022 Mets have regained a half-game divisional lead as they prepare to face the Marlins on Friday. Their schedule is conducive to them going on a run prior to October, but they have to actually get it done. While we wait … Continued
Yankees-Twins takeaways: Unheralded, young players lead way in critical series win
Taking three out of four against the Twins was just what the doctor ordered for the struggling Yankees. The Bronx Bombers got their first series win in over two weeks and finally seemed to make the best of a bad situation. As injuries piled up, unsung heroes emerged from the shadows. Isiah Kiner-Falefa had two … Continued
NFL Week 1: New York Giants at Tennessee Titans picks, predictions
The Giants’ new era truly begins in Nashville on Sunday. Head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen have had a pretty solid honeymoon. There is plenty of optimism about the future after what has been a lost decade for the most part after Super Bowl XLVI. People even think Daboll may have a … Continued
NFL Week 1: Baltimore Ravens at New York Jets picks, predictions
Even when there are many reasons to be optimistic, the Jets still manage to remind you they are the Jets. There is a lot to be excited about. The roster is much more talented than it has been. And the schedule is manageable. This should be a step-forward season. And yet here the Jets are, … Continued
Twins intentionally walk Aaron Judge in 9th, halt Yankees’ rally | ESNY back page
The lead story. The Twins stopped pitching to Aaron Judge in big spots. And it paid off Thursday night. They gave the slugger his fourth intentional walk in two days in the ninth inning and then halted the Yankees’ rally in a 4-3 win at Yankee Stadium. The sidebars. The Mets will try to hold … Continued
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Ex-Yankees lefty Jordan Montgomery on Cardinals trade: ‘It’s nice to feel wanted’
Jordan Montgomery was clearly devastated when the Yankees traded him to the St. Louis Cardinals at last month’s trade deadline. He even cried when saying his farewells to the New York media. But now, the lanky lefty is loving life by the Arch. He went on R2C2, CC Sabathia and Ryan Ruocco’s podcast, and has … Continued
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‘Mike and the Mad Dog’ podcast reunion: Mike Francesa, Christopher ‘Mad Dog’ Russo highlights
The “Mike and the Mad Dog” reunion on Mike Francesa’s BetRivers podcast has arrived. Christopher “Mad Dog” Russo was a guest on Thursday’s edition in an unannounced — but previously hinted at — appearance. The quick highlights (Francesa will be on Russo’s SiriusXM show at 4 p.m. on Friday): • Francesa congratulated Russo on his … Continued