Bleav in Giants

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Immediate Reaction: Shane Bowen is FIRED Nov 24, 2025

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After the news broke, Bob Papa and Carl Banks reacted to Shane Bowen's firing.

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**Bonus Episode** A Giant Opportunity Nov 22, 2025

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Coming off an ugly road loss to the Eagles, Carl Banks believes this will be a "get right" game for the Detroit Lions, who are home to the 2-9, New York Giants, in Week 12.

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Can the Giants Spoil the Lions' Get-Right Game? Nov 20, 2025

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Before Carl heads back to his home state of Michigan, Bob Papa and Carl Banks preview the Giants’ matchup against the Lions. Detroit is coming off a loss to the Philadelphia Eagles and will be looking to bounce back as the playoff race tightens. The Giants, meanwhile, are far from Cancún Mode and will focus on how the defense can finish games, especially in the second half and in protecting leads. With Jaxson Dart still not cleared from concussion protocol, Bob and Carl break down both quarterback options heading into Sunday. Carl also shares stories from his childhood as a Lions fan and weighs in on Cam Skattebo’s WWE move, including what it’s really like going under the ropes.

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*BONUS EPISODE* Phil Simms on Giants Loss to the Packers Nov 18, 2025

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Phil and Matt Simms opened up their show talking about the Giants loss this past weekend to the Green Bay Packers and how there just may be a shining ray of hope for Giants fans.

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Giants' Resilient Offense, Missing-In-Action Defense: No one Matching Brian Burns' Energy Nov 17, 2025

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After calling the game against the Packers, Bob Papa and Carl Banks get on the mic to discuss yet another fourth-quarter collapse. Carl emphasizes the resilience of the offense, which has consistently managed to give the team a chance despite missing key players. However, once again, the defense falters. They analyze specific plays, identify bad habits, and highlight poor techniques that continue to plague the team. They discuss what responsibilities fall on the coaches, what falls on the players, and pose a critical question: Do opposing teams even respect this team at this point

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How Will Mike Kafka Adjust and Can the Defense Force Jordan Love to be One Dimensional? Nov 14, 2025

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Brian Daboll is OUT, and the Giants are in reset mode. Bob Papa and Carl Banks break down all the latest changes inside the building and preview Giants vs. Packers. With Mike Kafka stepping in as Interim Head Coach and Jameis Winston elevated to QB1 while Jaxson Dart is in concussion protocol, the guys dive into how the offense must adjust this week. They also react to Shane Bowen’s comments on the defensive fixes needed and lay out their keys to the game as the Giants look for win No. 3.

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Emergency Pod: Brian Daboll OUT, Mike Kafka IN: What To Watch For Nov 11, 2025

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Bob Papa and Carl Banks discuss Brian Daboll's firing and what to expect in the next six games, starting this week against the Packers. They also share their thoughts on Joe Schoen and the necessary developments needed on defense.

(0:01-1:49) Brian Daboll Fired/Mike Kafka Named Interim Head Coach
(1:50-3:42) Analysis of Daboll's Firing and Accountability
(3:43-5:12) Potential Staff Changes Under Kafka
(5:14-7:39) Defense's Performance and Need for Improvement
(7:40-8:27) Joe Schoen's Role as General Manager and Future Head Coach Search
(8:28-11:42) Player Performance and Development (Jackson Dart, Offensive Line)
(11:43-14:00) Quarterback Decisions (Jackson Dart, Jameis Winston, Russell Wilson)
(14:01-17:06) Team Complementary Football and Defense's Role
(17:07-18:48) Concerns about GM Retaining After Head Coach Firing
(18:49-21:55) Joe Schoen's Draft Picks and Player Development
(21:56-22:58) Coaching Staff Changes and Defensive Coordinator Role
(22:59-26:27) Giants Franchise in Crisis and Need for Experienced Coach
(26:28-27:29) Mike McCarthy as a Potential Head Coach Candidate
(27:30-31:37) Evaluation of Joe Schoen's Draft Picks (JMS, Hyatt, Nuben, Neil)
(31:38-36:26) Organizational Decision on Coaching Staff and Player Development
(36:27-39:16) Reflections on Coaching Performance and Team Record
(39:17-40:55) Personal Thoughts on Daboll's Firing and Future Outlook
(40:56-42:17) Defensive Schemes and Predictability
(42:18-44:03) Wink Martindale's Departure

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A team effort in losing and a defensive math problem | Who is to blame? Nov 10, 2025

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The episode is a postmortem of another tough Giants loss, focusing on yet another fourth-quarter meltdown. Blame is directed at both the coaching staff and the players. Bob Papa and Carl Banks discuss how every aspect of the team offense, defense, and special teams contributed to the loss. They emphasize the team’s repeated failure to finish games and their embarrassing record of blown leads. The conversation points out schematic issues, especially on defense, where the lack of creative pressure and adjustments leads to predictable play and easy opportunities for opponents.

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Avoiding a Rinse & Repeat Cycle on Run Defense | Carl Banks Masterclass Nov 06, 2025

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In this episode of Bleav in Giants, Bob Papa and Carl Banks break down the Giants’ preparations as they get ready to face the Chicago Bears. They reflect on the Giants’ recent struggles, particularly their issues stopping the run and defending against the toss crack play that continues to burn them week after week. The conversation dives deep into defensive responsibilities, emphasizing the need for more physicality and smarter play recognition. They also touch on the offensive side, highlighting improvements in offensive line play and the continued growth of Jaxson Dart , while stressing the importance of ball security against a Bears defense that leads the league in takeaways. Special teams and tackling are also discussed as crucial factors, especially with challenging weather conditions expected in Chicago.

00:00:19 — Giants travel to Chicago, Bears preview
00:00:25 — Giants: Refocusing after 49ers loss
00:00:35 — Key defensive concern: Stop the run
00:01:14 — Defensive scheme tweaks and execution issues
00:02:36 — Improving execution, communication breakdowns
00:03:38 — Strategies for defending rub routes
00:04:23 — Toss crack run play and defensive struggles
00:06:04 — Analysis of Chicago’s blocking strategy
00:09:09 — Using physicality to stop wide receiver blocks
00:10:15 — Adjusting defensive strategy for last eight games
00:10:36 — Bears’ rookie running back threat
00:10:48 — Chicago’s legit receiving corps
00:11:51 — Giants need to execute with more freedom
00:12:20 — Bears’ quarterback mobility and defensive approach
00:13:38 — Bears QB: Longest time to throw, under pressure
00:14:27 — Defensive coverage: Limiting big passing plays
00:15:19 — Special teams importance and recent struggles
00:16:12 — Special teams: Opportunity for young players
00:17:06 — Effort and hunger on kick coverage units
00:17:37 — Kicker injury concerns
00:18:05 — Giants’ offensive progress
00:19:22 — Bears lead NFL in takeaways
00:20:29 — Attention to ball security, receiver detail
00:21:02 — QB Dart: Balancing playmaking and risk
00:22:04 — Growth and learning for Giants QB
00:22:41 — Offensive mindset going into Chicago
00:23:19 — Defensive adjustments: Stopping edge and inside runs
00:24:01 — Defensive linemen: Get off blocks, pursue the ball
00:25:16 — Defensive mentality: Pursue and make plays
00:26:23 — Injury report: Possible returns on defense
00:26:34 — Bears early-game offensive sharpness
00:27:43 — Defending Caleb Williams
00:28:05 — Bears scripting to target Giants’ weaknesses
00:29:53 — Execution vs. coaching responsibility
00:30:40 — Simplifying defense for better execution
00:31:44 — Using film and formation analysis as preparation
00:32:58 — Importance of formation tips and communication
00:33:53 — Inside run defensive film prep
00:34:47 — Fan question: Why haven’t adjustments happened earlier?
00:35:19 — Importance of player initiative, not just leadership
00:38:31 — Defensive strategies: Tackling toss crack, play the play
00:41:27 — Packing the paint, stopping ‘layups’ early
00:42:00 — Dart’s rookie touchdown record
00:43:08 — Tyrone Tracy: Asking more of offensive players
00:44:16 —Singetary steady performance
00:45:02 — Bears offensive physicality, tackling emphasis
00:46:13 — Tyler Nubin’s hesitancy at safety
00:47:47 — Defensive coaching: Unlocking aggression
00:48:02 — Nubin possibly losing a bit of confidence
00:49:07 — Information overload and freeing defensive play
00:50:57 — Preparing for bad weather in Chicago

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Giants Defense Embarrassed as 49ers Dominate on the Ground Nov 03, 2025

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After calling the game yesterday, Bob Papa and Carl Banks recap the Giants’ tough Week 9 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, focusing on the team’s inability to stop the run and the general lack of defensive effort. Both highlight how San Francisco with backup offensive linemen and missing key starters was still able to physically dominate the Giants’ healthy front seven. The conversation dives into the Giants’ defensive struggles, criticizing the lack of urgency, pride, and consistency compared to past Giants teams and underscoring the difference in effort between the current defense and the fighting spirit of the offense.

[00:00:17] The Giants lose to San Francisco – Initial Reaction

[00:01:58] The 49ers’ O-Line and Giants’ Defensive Effort

[00:07:12] Missing Starters and Injury Perspective

[00:11:06] Deonte Banks and Defensive Accountability

[00:13:10] Season Outlook and Lack of Execution

[00:15:53] Defensive Legacy and Fan Disappointment

[00:18:47] Comparing Eras: Effort on Offense vs. Defense

[00:21:51] Dropped Passes and Offensive Consistency

[00:24:24] Defensive Injuries and Accountability

[00:25:03] Offensive Consistency & Defensive Effort

[00:29:00] Coaching Tolerance and Defensive Stagnation

[00:30:09] Scheme vs. Effort on Defense