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Hour 2: Malik Nabers Puts His Career Ahead of Week 1 Sep 11, 2026

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Malik Nabers is making the final call on whether he plays against the Cowboys, and his comments about protecting his career leave Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber wondering if the Giants will open the season without their biggest weapon. Tiki and Evan lean toward Nabers sitting, while Shaun Morash predicts he plays and delivers five catches for 56 yards. The debate turns to how teammates would handle his decision and why the mental hurdle may matter as much as the physical one. Anthony Volpe’s huge return sparks a victory lap over how the Yankees finally handled his development, while Aaron Glenn’s decision to stick with Jason Sanders at kicker raises immediate Jets concerns. Plus, John Harbaugh gets a warning about dealing with the New York media, and the show reflects on September 11, the Giants’ connection to first responders and the lasting meaning of Mike Piazza’s iconic home run.

Hour 3: John Harbaugh Faces a Massive Giants Week 1 Test Sep 11, 2026

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John Harbaugh’s Giants debut against the Cowboys carries huge stakes, and history says Week 1 could be a powerful sign of where this season is headed. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash look back at Giants coaching debuts, debate how aggressively New York should attack Dallas, and explain why the Giants should want the football immediately instead of deferring. They also break down the importance of stopping the run and unleashing the pass rush against Dak Prescott. The Jets face their own Week 1 questions, including how heavily Breece Hall should be used and the franchise’s bizarre history of opening seasons with revenge games. Plus, Malik Nabers weighs in on playing under a snap count, the show remembers September 11 through powerful listener stories, and Shaun unveils another Giants-focused football segment.

Hour 4: Evan, Tiki, and Shaun Clash Over Bold Jets and Giants Predictions Sep 11, 2026

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Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber, and Shaun Morash debate the upcoming NFL season, specifically highlighting a grim three-win prediction for the Jets. They discuss the impact of coaching on the Giants' potential and compare the benefits of NFL Sunday Ticket versus Red Zone for fans. The conversation also previews the Yankees versus Mets series and concludes with official Week 1 betting picks.

(00:01:50) Shaun Morash’s NFL Rooting Guide

(00:05:11) Football’s Use of Baseball Idioms

(00:08:34) Jets and Giants Season Predictions

(00:14:04) Rams Predicted as NFL Busts

(00:17:46) 49ers vs Rams Game Recap

(00:19:58) Sunday Ticket vs Red Zone

(00:27:16) Yankees vs Mets Series Outlook

(00:32:14) Yankees Playoff Clinching Scenarios

(00:37:01) Official NFL Week 1 Picks

Giants Must Attack Dallas From the First Snap Sep 11, 2026

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The Giants cannot afford to ease into John Harbaugh’s debut against Dallas. Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash explain why New York should attack immediately, lean on its running game and force Dak Prescott into obvious passing situations so the Giants’ pass rush can take over. The crew also looks back at recent Giants coaching debuts and the striking connection between winning Week 1 and reaching the playoffs. Tiki explains why stopping the run has to come first defensively, while Evan argues the Giants should take the football if they win the coin toss instead of deferring. Plus, a caller gets some jersey advice for Sunday night, and Evan doubles down on his prediction that Odell Beckham Jr. will score a touchdown against the Cowboys.

Giants’ Week 1 Result Could Signal Their Season Sep 11, 2026

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The Jets are opening another season in a revenge game, and Evan Roberts has had enough. Evan, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash run through the bizarre history of former Jets players and coaches immediately getting a shot at their old team, including Robert Saleh, Aaron Rodgers, Sam Darnold and Chad Pennington. Evan also revisits last year’s Week 1 loss and makes one thing clear: playing well means nothing if the Jets still lose. The Giants face an intriguing Week 1 trend of their own. Recent Giants head coaches who won their debut went on to make the playoffs, adding even more weight to John Harbaugh’s opener against Dallas. Plus, the crew calls out Tommy Lugauer for claiming they never reach out to him despite their active group chat.

Breece Hall Must Finally Become the Jets’ Workhorse Sep 11, 2026

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Breece Hall is healthy enough to play, but will the Jets finally unleash him? Evan Roberts, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash react to Frank Reich’s comments about Hall’s workload and reveal the stunningly small number of games in which Hall has reached 20 carries. They debate whether Reich will truly feed his star running back and how Hall can hurt defenses as both a runner and receiver. Malik Nabers also makes it clear that if he plays, he does not want the Giants deciding his snap count for him, sparking a debate over who should control that decision. Plus, a caller shares a remarkable September 11 story involving the Giants, and the show looks back at the New York sports headlines from the morning of the attacks, including Michael Jordan’s looming return.

Anthony Volpe’s Yankees Comeback Proves Critics Right Sep 11, 2026

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Anthony Volpe returns with a grand slam and five RBIs, but Evan Roberts sees his breakout as proof the Yankees mishandled him for years. Sending Volpe down, forcing him to earn his way back and adding defensive versatility may have finally unlocked the player the Yankees kept waiting for. Evan, Tiki Barber and Shaun Morash debate whether one huge game is enough to believe Volpe has truly changed and whether his hot bat could keep Jazz Chisholm out of the lineup. Plus, Nolan McLean gets his chance to prove himself against the Yankees as the Subway Series puts the Mets rookie directly in the New York spotlight.

Jets Kicker Decision Already Has Evan Worried Sep 11, 2026

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Aaron Glenn is sticking with Jason Sanders as the Jets’ Week 1 kicker, and Evan Roberts immediately sounds the alarm after what he saw from Sanders’ leg. With the Jets operating on such a small margin for error, Evan and Tiki Barber explain why one missed extra point or field goal could become a major problem. John Harbaugh also gets a warning about trying to intimidate the New York media, while the crew debates whether Jaxson Dart’s promising rookie season is being overshadowed by questions about his durability. The hour also includes powerful September 11 memories from a first responder and a conversation about why New York sports rivalries still mattered even after the city came together.

Malik Nabers Takes Control of His Week 1 Decision Sep 11, 2026

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Malik Nabers is making the final call on whether he plays against the Cowboys, and his concern about risking his long-term career has Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber leaning toward him sitting out. Shaun Morash believes Nabers will play, while Tiki explains why the decision is as much mental as physical and how the Giants locker room would handle losing its biggest receiving weapon. The conversation then turns emotional as callers share memories of September 11 and the role New York sports played in the city’s healing. Evan and Tiki reflect on the Giants’ connection to first responders and why Mike Piazza’s unforgettable home run after 9/11 remains bigger than baseball.

Giants Finally Built the Size Harbaugh Wanted Sep 11, 2026

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The Giants’ offseason overhaul takes center stage as Tiki Barber and Evan Roberts identify Tremaine Edmunds as the newcomer most likely to make the biggest impact. Tiki also explains why the team’s added size and physicality stand out as the clearest signs of John Harbaugh’s vision taking shape. The conversation also turns to the rookie class, with Malachi Fields emerging as a potential breakout contributor. Plus, callers continue reflecting on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, sharing memories of that day and the difficulty of reaching family and friends as New York and Washington dealt with the attacks.

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