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Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston enter the NY Giants QB Room Mar 28, 2025

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On the latest episode of Bleav in Giants, Bob Papa and Carl Banks discuss the New York Giants' recent quarterback acquisitions: Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston. Carl emphasizes the importance of a strong running game and a solid offensive line for Wilson to succeed. He points out that play-action passes could play a significant role in Wilson's success, while also noting his tendency to be risk-averse and his habit of holding onto the ball for too long. Bob compares Wilson to Hall of Famer Fran Tarkenton, highlighting Wilson's ability to evade sacks. They also explore the possibility of the Giants drafting a quarterback and emphasize that the team seems to have a clear plan in place.The episode further addresses NFL Draft prospect Abdul Carter's foot injury, with Carl stressing the need for the Giants to conduct thorough due diligence to assess the injury's severity and potential recovery timeline. Lastly, the two debate Travis Hunter's NFL future, considering whether he is better suited as a shutdown cornerback or as a dynamic two-way player.
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**Mangia Cast** New QB in NY with guests Michael Kay & John Cook Mar 27, 2025

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Mangia Mangia Mangia – Bob Papa and Biz welcome guests Michael Kay and John Cook. With Opening Day here, Michael previews the Yankees season, shares stories from his Fordham days with Mike Breen, talks Giants, and reveals he's an extremely picky eater. The food talk heats up with Michael’s love for chicken parmesan, prompting Bob to share his go-to recipes for chicken Milanese, chicken piccata, and a classic chicken parm. Pro golfer John Cook joins to share thoughts on Rory McIlroy winning The Players, who to watch at The Masters, and tells a heartwarming story about how he ended his career.

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**Mangia Cast** Aaron Rodgers stirring the pot-- add the shrimp Mar 20, 2025

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Bob Papa is broadcasting live from Vincenzo's in Ponte Vedra, Florida! During the show, host Bob Papa shares his unique recipe for spicy Calabrian chili shrimp. He also discusses the latest NFL news with Chris, including Aaron Rodgers' potential moves and the future prospects for the Giants and Steelers.

00:00:00 - live from Vincenzo's in Ponte Vedra, Florida.

00:03:14 - Aaron Rodgers Drama
00:05:25 - Vikings Quarterback Situation
00:06:29 - Giants' Patience with Rodgers
00:09:07 - NCAA Tournament Brackets
00:12:52 - NFL Rule Changes Discussion
00:17:06 - Push Play Controversy
00:20:05 - Illegal Contact Proposal.00:34:53 - Cooking the Shrimp Dish
00:41:00 - Football Draft Strategy

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Quarterback Uncertainty: Rodgers, Wilson and Analyzing & the Giants Next Move Mar 18, 2025

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On the latest episode of Bleav in Giants, Bob Papa and Carl Banks discuss the ongoing quarterback situation amid free agency. They examine the potential impact of adding Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, or Joe Flacco to the team and how signing Paulson Adebo might influence the Giants' draft strategy. The conversation also covers various scenarios in which Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders could be selected as the #1 and #2, along with what Abdul Carter would bring to the Giants.
As they wrap up the episode, they discuss Carl Banks' role as an ambassador for St. John's basketball, their journey to the Final Four, and the Starter Big East collections he has released.
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1:00- Giants' Quarterback Situation

2:40 Draft Prospects and Quarterback Analysis

5:23 Paulson Adebo Signing and Defensive Strategy

10:27 Defensive Coordinator's Role and Team Identity

12:27 Mistakes from Last Season and Defensive Additions

14:55 Darius Slayton's Re-signing

18:28 Saquon Barkley Contract Discussion

22:02 Quarterback Landscape in the NFL

25:17 Draft Picks and Future Prospects

27:40 St. John's Basketball

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*Mangia Cast* Where will they land? Aaron Rodgers, Kirk Cousins, Cam Ward's Future Mar 05, 2025

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Bob Papa and Chris Bisignano kick off the Mangia Cast podcast with pasta, wine, and a special guest, Judy Battista from NFL Network. Chef Papa shares his recipe for Capellini Rustica, along with recommended wine pairings.

During their discussion, they dive into the running back market and explore whether it's experiencing a resurgence, while also addressing the overall uncertainty surrounding its value. With the draft approaching, they discuss Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders, including insights from a former General Manager about Cam. They also touch on quarterbacks who might be changing teams and what the Giants need to focus on during the offseason.

00:44 - Capellini Rustica

02:06 - Wine Reccs

03:02 - NFL Running Back Market

06:02 - Judy Batista Joins the Conversation

08:02 - Impact of Running Backs on the Draft

10:57 - Growth of the NFL and Salary Cap

13:39 - Streaming Services

15:27 - Combine Insights and Quarterback Market

17:43 - Aaron Rodgers' Future

19:35 - Women in Football

22:01 - Flag Football and the Olympics

28:34 - Favorite Italian Dishes

30:17 - Cam Ward and Shedeur Sanders

34:15 - Titans' Draft Strategy

36:07 - Trade Interest in the Number One Pick

39:49 - Capellini Rustica Recipe Breakdown 🍝

40:56 - Women in NFL Management

43:58 - Top 100 Giants Players

50:29- Jaxson Dart ?

51:36- Mangia-“ Ill door dash it .

52:53- Bet online

54:34- Howie Roseman model57:18- Russell Wilson to Raiders?57:37- Days of being a savior
58:00- Kirk Cousins status1:01:00- Giants OLine
1:03:00 pressure with Cam ward
1:06:42- Vincenzo’s in Jax1:0:7:51- Darius Slayton’s Future- Chiefs Fit1:10:00- Aaron Rodgers
1:11:12- Belichick Giants stories1:14:15-Cutlets, Pasta tips

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Critical offseason for Joe Schoen: Navigating the Giants Salary Cap with SpotTrac Michael Ginnitti Feb 28, 2025

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In this episode of Bleav in Giants, co-hosts Bob Papa and Carl Banks dive into the latest happenings in the NFL, focusing on the salary cap implications and the potential trade of quarterback Matthew Stafford. They welcome Michael Ginnitti, co-founder and editor of Spotrac, who provides invaluable insights on salary cap management. They break down the quarterback market with options for the Giants, including Matthew Stafford, Kirk Cousins, Russell Wilson, and Justin Fields. They discuss why it’s crucial for Joe Schoen and Brian Daboll to have a successful draft and offseason. To wrap everything up, Carl and Bob shift gears to talk about the red-hot St. John’s Johnnies! Carl shares his thoughts on this season’s excitement and gives a sneak peek at the upcoming Big East Collection from Starter, dropping soon. #Tellafriendtotellafriend

1:18 Stafford situation discussion

1:48 Rick Pitino and St. John's basketball

2:30 Scouting combine and salary cap updates

3:32 Michael Ginnitti, from Spotrac

5:39 Michael's insights on salary cap management

8:08 Howie Roseman's success in Philadelphia

10:37 Drafting and free agency strategies

12:00 Giants' quarterback dilemma

15:03 Future salary cap projections

16:28 Impact of gambling money on the NFL

17:55 Evaluating the quarterback class

19:01 Stafford's contract expectations

22:27 Giants' cap space management

25:35 Restructuring contracts for cap space

29:01 Rams' future plans with Stafford

30:43 Advice for new general managers

36:07 Fan sentiment and team success

40:07 Exploring free agency options

45:26 Kirk Cousins as a potential option

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NY Giants Future with Joe Schoen, Super Bowl Takes and Clapping Back Jan 31, 2025

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Bob Papa and Carl Banks return just in time for the Super Bowl to share updates on the New York Giants, their thoughts on the big game, and Carl's partnership with Michael Strahan for Starter. They kick off the conversation by discussing the St. John’s basketball program, with Carl highlighting key points Rick Pitino has made about building a winning culture and getting the team back on track to highlight where Giants are heading. Carl also reflects on his interactions with fans on X, emphasizing the importance of establishing a standard for success and not taking losses personally. The duo dives into the Giants' roster, stressing the need to bring in the right free agents, draft effectively, and develop players to build a competitive team.They wrap up by discussing the Super Bowl, Saquon Barkley's pursuit of a championship, Steve Spagnuolo's success as a coach, and Carl does his Mount Rushmore of assistant coaches.
4:00- Principles to winning and feeling the pain of losing
7:47- Belichick on why you need to lose to win
9:50- Sprinkling in talent and drafting well
10:30-Can't interchange immediately
13:05- Giants have fallen short
16:51- O-line must have deficiencies
19:27- Playing for optimal success
21:12- QB talk
24:!7- Saquon leaving
25:45-Bob's Eagles prediction
26:42-Eagles winning?
27:50- Steve Spagnuolo
28:22- Mt Rushmore Assistant Coaches

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What is your North Star? Looking Forward with Joe Schoen & Brian Daboll Jan 07, 2025

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As the Giants' season approaches, Bob Papa and Carl Banks break down what needs to change as the team heads into the offseason. They discuss the importance of player development, making key adjustments on offense and defense, and identifying areas for improvement. The conversation highlights the need to maximize player potential, upgrade talent across the roster, and the critical role Joe Schoen and Brian Daboll will play in steering the team toward success next season.
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00:00:57 - Reflecting on the 2024 Season

00:01:26 - Offensive Struggles and Mistakes

00:01:50 - Defensive Issues and Lack of Identity

00:03:52 - Need for Defensive Evolution

00:07:10 - Injuries and Talent Upgrades

00:07:32 - Shane Bowen

00:08:27 - Drafting and Roster Management Concerns

00:09:41 - Evaluating Offensive Line Draft Picks

00:10:37 - Defensive Player Performance and Scheme

00:11:25 - Coaching Adjustments and Player Development

00:12:01 - Quarterback Play and Offensive Strategy

00:18:10 - Comparing Backup Quarterbacks Across the League

00:20:25 - Coaching Accountability and Player Discipline

00:24:51 - Self-Evaluation for Coaches

00:30:54 - Expectations for Team Identity

00:32:19 - Importance of Player Development

00:35:01 - Coaching Philosophy and Accountability

00:39:23 - Final Thoughts on Team Direction

00:40:25 - Fan Reactions and Ownership Decisions

00:46:09 - Future Outlook

https://www.betonline.ag/ As the Giants' season approaches, Bob Papa and Carl Banks break down what needs to change as the team heads into the offseason. They discuss the importance of player development, making key adjustments on offense and defense, and identifying areas for improvement. The conversation highlights the need to maximize player potential, upgrade talent across the roster, and the critical role Joe Schoen and Brian Daboll will play in steering the team toward success next season. #tellafriendtotellafriend

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Always Something To Play For: Giants vs. Eagles Week 18 | Key Leaders : Brian Burns & Malik Nabers Jan 03, 2025

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It's the final preview of the 2024 season as Bob Papa and Carl Banks dive into why this game matters. They discuss fan frustrations, cultural shifts within the organization, and why this Giants roster features key change agents. The conversation touches on the missing pieces to the puzzle, Dexter Lawrence's impressive achievement of making it to the Pro Bowl, and a reflection on what has been a challenging season. Despite the ups and downs, they emphasize their gratitude for the opportunity to do what they love every game.
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:00- Avoiding going winless in the division
2:00-Carl's position on winning
4:20-Culture changes
5:15- Looking Forward
7:00- Facing the Eagles
9:30-Missing Pieces
10:00- Dexter Lawrence
11:57- John Michael Schmitz
14:00- Banks & Flott
16:15- Defensive Coordination
18:41-Being in contention
23:00- QB Play
26:00- Getting O-Line Fixed
29:00- What Bob & Carl are grateful for

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They DON'T Throw Games | Malik Nabers, Tyrone Tracy Make History Dec 31, 2024

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On Bleav in Giants, Bob Papa and Carl Banks recap the win against the Indianapolis Colts and discuss why this game offered a glimpse of what the offense could have been this season. They explain how the Giants won the turnover battle and emphasize the importance of playing to win. The duo explains why the team didn’t tank this game and provides insight into the mindset behind competing until the end.
They also highlight standout performances from key players, including Brian Burns, and the record-breaking efforts of Malik Nabers and Tyrone Tracy. Carl and Bob offer an inside look at the factors that still matter, even with a losing record heading into Week 18.

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1:47- Drew Lock , O-line didnt give up a sac
3:03- Glimpse of what it the offense was supposed to be
4:04- Turmover Battle
6:28- Brian Burns and the Defense
8:07- Deonte Banks Penalties
12:00-Breaking bad habite
14:24- Avoiding winless at home
15:06- They do not throw games- whether your mad
16:45- Malik Nabers & Tyrone Tracy - playing for something
20:00-Stoping worrying about the draft order
24:54- Mahomes was the 10th pick and projected 20th
44:00- culture
44:56- Darius Slayton not laying down
46:00- Losing Saquon Production Not Falling off

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