PODCAST · sports
The Carton Show with Craig Carton & Chris McMonigle
by Audacy
The Carton Show with Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle is sports talk with a pulse — loud, loose and unapologetically entertaining. Carton’s larger-than-life style and McMonigle’s no-nonsense perspective create a show that blends comedy, controversy and real debate. From Yankees and Mets drama to Giants, Jets, Knicks, Nets and whatever headline is dominating the day, nothing is too serious to laugh at or too big to challenge. Unfiltered and unpredictable, The Carton Show turns sports talk into an event.
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Full Show: Francisco Lindor is a Cancer, Frank The Tank, Robert Wuhl, Gary Vee, and Jose Alvarado Joins the Show, and Much More!
FULL SHOW: My Man Pots N' Pans Ohhhhhhh Yeahhhh | Live From Fanatics Fest the Fellas discuss the possibility of the Mets trading Francisco Lindor, great guests join the show, the Mets are letting algorithms pick their pitches, and a whole lot more. Tell Ya Friends, Tell Ya Friends!!
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Hour 1: Francisco Lindor Has Become a Cancer to the Mets
Craig and Cmac are live at Fanatics Fest ohhhh yeahhh -- They discuss the possibility of Francisco Lindor being traded, how he might now be a cancer to the team, and a whole lot more.
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Hour 2: Robert Wuhl & Frank The Tank Join the Show
Craig and Cmac are joined by Actor and Producer Robert Wuhl as well as the Great Frank the Tank live from Fanatics Fest.
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Hour 3: Rossi Takes & Gary Vee Join The Show From Fanatics Fest
Craig and Big Mac are joined by Content Creator Rossi Takes and Entrepreneur Gary Vee live from Fanatics Fest.
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Hour 4: NBA Champion Jose Alvarado Joins the Show & The Mets are Letting Claude A.I. Tell Them What Pitch to Throw
Craig and the Yankee Shill Big Mac are joined by the Great Jose Alvarado, NBA Champion....Plus, the Mets might be getting in too deep with analytics.
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NBA Champion Jose Alvarado Joins the Show
Jose Alvarado of the NBA Champion New York Knicks joins the show.
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Craig and Cmac Talk with Jason From AA Mint Cards
Craig and Big Mac are joined by Jason from AA Mint Cards to take a look at some of the latest collectibles.
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Gary Vee Interview
Entrepreneur Gary Vee joins Craig and Cmac live from Fanatics Fest to talk sports, his career path, and much more.
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Philly Superfan and Content Creator Rossi Takes Joins the Show
Craig and Cmac are joined by Rossi Takes, a content creator and Philly superfan, live from Fanatics Fest.
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Frank the Tank Interview
Frank the Tank from Barstool Sports joins the show to lament on the Mets horrible, terrible, no good, very bad season.
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Robert Wuhl Interview
Craig and Big Mac talk with Robert Wuhl of Arliss, Batman, Bull Durham, and many others, about baseball and much more.
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Francisco Lindor Has Become a Cancer to the Mets
Craig talks about the possibility of the Mets trading Francisco Lindor.
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Full Show: Live From Fanatics Fest! Great Guests, Craig Accuses Big Mac of Yankee Shilling, and Much More
FULL SHOW: My Man Pots N' Pans!!! Bernie Williams, Charlotte Flair, Andrew Giuliani, and Lil Dee join the show.....Cmac is shilling his heart out for the Yankees, soccer will not be popular in the U.S., and much, much more ohhhh yeahhh.
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Hour 1: Live From Fanatics Fest! Andrew Giuliani Joins the Show & Soccer Will Never Be a Big Deal in the U.S.
Craig and Big Mac are live from Fanatics Fest, breaking down last night's ESPY's, the World Cup, and Andrew Giuliani joins the show.
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Hour 2: Charlotte Flair & Bernie Williams Join the Show!
Craig and Cmac talk with the Great Charlotte Flair from the WWE and legendary Yankee Bernie Williams live from Fanatics Fest.
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Hour 3: Heritage Auctions Shows-Off Some Valuables & Lil Dee Joins the Show
Craig and Cmac take a look at some valuables, including a Honus Wagner card and Lil Dee joins the show to discuss the Knicks run and much more.
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Hour 4: The Cam Schlittler Debate...Should He Start Tomorrow or Not
Craig and Cmac break down the Yankees rotation coming out of the break and why Craig believes Cam Schlittler should start the 2nd half.
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The West Side Stadium....Oh What Could Have Been
Craig discusses the West Side Stadium and why it never came to fruition.
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Craig Officially Believes Big Mac is a Yankees Shill.....
Craig can hide it no longer....He officially sees Big Mac as a Yankees shill....Of all the dramatic things.
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Lil Dee Interview
Craig and Cmac are joined by rapper Lil Dee to get his thoughts on the Knicks playoff run, a little freestyle, and more.
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Heritage Auctions Stops By With Valuable Collectibles Including a Honus Wagner Card
Craig and Big Mac speak with Mike from Heritage Auctions about some of the most valuable items in their possession.
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Bernie Williams Interview
The Great Bernie Williams joins the show live from Fanatics Fest. Bern Baby Bern!
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Charlotte Flair Interview
WWE Superstar Charlotte Flair joins Craig and Cmac to talk about her experience in Wrestling and much, much more.
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Andrew Giuliani Joins the Show
Andrew Giuliani joins Craig and Cmac to get their thoughts on the logistics surrounding the World Cup Final and much more.
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Mike Tyson Said WHAT at the ESPY'S!?
Craig and Cmac discuss Mike Tyson's viral moment at the Espy's last night.
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Full Show: Craigie Rips All-Star Game and Boring North American Fans
Craigie and Big Mac review the MLB All-Star Game performances, focusing on the disappointing Boyz II Men set and the lack of action on the field. They contrast the energy levels of American sports fans with international soccer crowds and discuss the offensive potential of the New York Giants' upcoming season. 02:24 - Boyz II Men Performance Critique 05:54 - State Of Modern Baseball 09:38 - American Sports Fandom Problems 14:19 - Miss America Anthem Controversy 17:45 - Giants QB Strategy Discussion 24:10 - Boyz II Men Basketball Story 28:57 - Global Soccer Fan Comparisons 33:34 - Stephen King And Pop Culture 40:37 - Yankee Trade Deadline Talk 57:03 - Sidney Sweeney Discussion
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Hour 1: Craig Calls Out 'Awful' Boyz II Men All-Star Game Performance
Craig and C-Mac critique the musical acts from the MLB All-Star Game, specifically targeting Boyz II Men's performance. They also discuss the state of American sports fandom, the evolution of the All-Star Game, and a controversial take on the current Miss America. 01:20 - Boyz II Men Critique 05:10 - MLB All-Star Evolution 10:45 - American Fan Mentality 15:05 - Miss America Controversy 18:40 - Harbaugh On QB Play 23:10 - Meeting Boyz II Men 30:25 - Global Soccer Culture 36:35 - Stephen King Discussion
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Hour 2: Lamar Jackson vs. Joe Burrow: Ryan Clark's Controversial Ranking
Big Mac and Craig evaluate the New York Yankees' roster needs ahead of the trade deadline, specifically debating if Ben Rice should move to catcher. They shift to the gridiron to dispute Ryan Clark's controversial NFL rankings that placed Lamar Jackson significantly lower than Joe Burrow. The conversation also touches on fast food quality rumors and personal health philosophies regarding cholesterol. 02:05 - Aaron Judge Update 05:45 - Fast Food Quality Debate 10:45 - Winning Cures Everything 14:15 - Grilling & Smoker Talk 18:20 - Yankees Trade Strategy 24:15 - Ben Rice Catcher Debate 27:15 - Ryan Clark Rankings Dispute 34:10 - Conspiracies & Lab Meat
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Hour 3: Yankees $3B Influx and Intern Becker's Trivia Struggle
Analysis focuses on the New York Yankees' potential $3 billion deal with Apollo Global Management and their roster requirements for a World Series run. They also put an intern named Becker through a rigorous trivia challenge covering sports, music, and movies. Conversations also touch on cruise ship experiences, smoking meats for football season, and the upcoming Sylvester Stallone biopic. 01:20 - Zac Brown Band Musings 05:55 - Cruise Safety And Plans 11:31 - Smoking Meat For Football 16:12 - Yankees Trade Deadline Outlook 21:30 - Yankees Huge Financial Deal 28:05 - August Vacation Schedule Debate 36:06 - Intern Becker Knowledge Test 42:55 - Pop Culture Knowledge Challenge
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Hour 4: Argentina Defeats England & Why Messi Is the Undisputed GOAT
Craig and Chris McMonigle analyze Argentina's dramatic victory over England in a simulated matchup and debate Lionel Messi's status as the soccer GOAT. They also explore the New York Giants' offensive plans for Jackson Dart and preview a high-stakes series between the Yankees and Dodgers. 01:25 - Argentina vs. England Simulation 04:40 - Stoppage Time Controversy 07:45 - Soccer GOAT Debate 13:20 - Listener Fast Food Memories 17:45 - Jackson Dart Offensive Strategy 24:35 - Knicks Global Impact 26:45 - Arch Manning Texas Anecdote 31:55 - Rachel Robinson Birthday 38:05 - Yankees vs. Dodgers Preview 54:50 - Fanatics Fest Details
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Hour 5: McMonigle: Why the Mets and Yankees Must Get Aggressive at the Deadline
Chris McMonigle discusses the New York baseball landscape following the All-Star game, focusing on why the Mets need to embrace a full sell-off. He evaluates potential trade targets for the Yankees, including closer Mason Miller, and reacts to the news of a significant cash influx for the organization. He also touches on upcoming events at Fanatics Fest and takes calls regarding Brian Cashman's job security. 01:20 - Fanatics Fest Bodega Set 04:26 - Disney Cruise Experience 09:21 - Mets Trade Deadline Strategy 13:33 - Potential Clay Holmes Trade 18:00 - Targeting Closer Mason Miller 21:10 - Broken Mets Fan Reaction 33:10 - Brian Cashman Tenure Debate
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Craig Carton GOES OFF THE RAILS! Messi, Knicks, Sydney Sweeney & Jaxson Dart?!
Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle somehow go from Lionel Messi's dramatic World Cup semifinal heroics... to the New York Knicks becoming a worldwide comparison, to a hilarious debate about Sydney Sweeney, Arch Manning's college life, Rachel Robinson turning 104, and why Jaxson Dart's running ability could change the Giants. It's classic Carton Show chaos, where sports, pop culture, and comedy collide in a way only WFAN can deliver.
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Craig Carton & C-Mac REACT to Messi's Last-Minute MAGIC
Lionel Messi delivers another unforgettable moment as Argentina punches its ticket to the World Cup Final against Spain, and Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle debate where Messi belongs in the GOAT conversation. The guys also react to the electric Spanish-language goal call, discuss whether Jaxson Dart should be unleashed as a running quarterback, and explain why Giants fans should be excited after John Harbaugh says he won't limit Dart's biggest strength.
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Craig Carton Puts the Intern on the HOT SEAT... and It Goes OFF THE RAILS!
Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle turn the studio into a game show as a WFAN intern gets grilled on sports history, classic rock, TV, movies, and pop culture. From Navy SEALs and SCUBA to The Beatles, Eagles, Rolling Stones, Sylvester Stallone, and more, the quiz quickly spirals into hilarious chaos.
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Craig Carton GOES OFF on Ryan Clark, NFL Rankings & Wild KFC Conspiracies!
Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle react to Ryan Clark's comments about Lamar Jackson's NFL Top 100 ranking and debate whether Lamar should be ahead of Joe Burrow. The conversation quickly spirals into Patrick Mahomes' place as the NFL's unquestioned No. 1 quarterback, bizarre KFC and Taco Bell food conspiracies, lab-grown meat, Bill Gates theories, fast food nostalgia, and even cholesterol myths. One of the wildest and funniest segments from The Carton Show on WFAN!
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C-Mac Reveals the Yankees’ #1 Trade Deadline Target
The MLB Trade Deadline is almost here, and Chris McMonigle says the Yankees have one glaring need. Craig Carton puts C-Mac to the test, asking him to name the ONE position Brian Cashman absolutely has to upgrade. The guys debate whether the Yankees should target a catcher, go all-in for Mason Miller, move Ben Rice behind the plate, and whether Will Warren or top prospects should be on the table. Plus, they discuss Aaron Judge's injury, Max Fried's return, and how the Yankees should approach a wide-open trade market.
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Craig Carton Exposes the KFC & Taco Bell Conspiracy
Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle go completely off the rails on WFAN! The guys start with the latest on Aaron Judge’s injury imaging and Yankees return timeline, then somehow spiral into a hilarious debate about KFC, Taco Bell, fake beef, explosive diarrhea, pina coladas, mudslides, and banana daiquiris.
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Craig Carton ROASTS Anthony Gallo’s Outfit: “That Shirt Doesn’t Fit You!”
Anthony Gallo walked into The Carton Show studio and immediately became Craig Carton’s latest target! Craig absolutely ROASTS Gallo over his tight soccer jersey, sparking a hilarious debate with Chris McMonigle over his wardrobe. But the chaos doesn’t stop there. Craig tells an incredible story about playing pickup basketball with a member of Boyz II Men dressed head-to-toe like Michael Jordan, C-Mac reveals the bizarre movie connected to the night his first child was conceived, and everyone is stunned to learn Craig has NEVER heard of Stephen King’s It.
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Craig Carton UNLOADS on American Sports Fans: “WE SUCK!”
Craig Carton has had enough! After watching the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, Craig goes OFF on American sports fans for constantly complaining about everything — too much pitching, not enough offense, boring games, bad entertainment and more. Chris McMonigle pushes back as the guys debate whether the All-Star Game exposed a bigger problem with modern baseball — or with the fans watching it. Plus, Craig and C-Mac react to Boyz II Men’s rough performance and discuss encouraging comments from Giants coach John Harbaugh about letting Jaxson Dart use his legs.
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Full Show: Big Mac Defends Home Run Derby Drama & Jets' "Crap Magnet" Label
Big Mac and Craig Carton dissect the revamped Home Run Derby format and the rowdy crowd atmosphere in Philadelphia. They transition to local football, debating whether Jaxson Dart is the franchise savior for the Giants and if Geno Smith can lead the Jets past their "crap magnet" reputation. The segment also includes lighthearted banter regarding Aruba vacation stories and an intern challenge involving cinnamon candy. 01:53 - Home Run Derby Debate 06:20 - All Star Event Rankings 11:22 - Jets Football Expectations 15:46 - Jaxson Dart Mentality 19:30 - Podcast With Lil Wayne 26:10 - Stanton Hall Of Fame 30:50 - AFC East Predictions 35:21 - Analyzing Lamar Jackson 40:35 - Giants Win Totals 48:10 - Elite Quarterback Tiers 57:05 - Intern Trivia Challenge 01:03:00 - Red Hots Challenge 37:45 - Lesbian Cricket Triangle 44:20 - Aruba Shark Story 01:02:10 - Spain Beats France 08:00 - Geno Smith Cleared
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Hour 1: Carton Predicts Jets Win AFC East Before Giants Win NFC East
Carton and Big Mac clash over the entertainment value of the Home Run Derby before diving into the future of New York's football franchises. They discuss the contrasting off-seasons of Jaxson Dart and Geno Smith, leading Carton to issue a controversial prediction about divisional success. 01:30 - Home Run Derby Debate 04:45 - All-Star Event Quality 09:24 - Ben Rice Derby Struggles 12:40 - Geno Smith Off-Field Issues 16:28 - Jaxson Dart Offseason Focus 20:04 - Giants Training Camp Expectations 23:33 - New York Football Culture 31:28 - Bold AFC East Prediction 35:23 - Comparing NFL Quarterback Futures 38:55 - Big Mac Giant Loyalty
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Hour 2: Stanton’s Hall of Fame Debate & The Giants’ Jackson Dart Hope
Craig and Big Mac debate whether Giancarlo Stanton is a lock for the Hall of Fame despite his recurring injury history with the Yankees. They also discuss the hype surrounding Jackson Dart as a potential savior for the Giants and rank the elite tier of NFL quarterbacks. 02:00 - Live Charity Podcast Announcement 10:19 - Giancarlo Stanton Hall of Fame 16:30 - Giants and Jackson Dart 29:55 - Ranking Elite NFL Quarterbacks 33:01 - Home Run Derby Recap 40:16 - Lamar Jackson Passing Debate 50:15 - Best Cheesesteaks and Food
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Hour 3: C-Mac's Intern Red Hots Challenge & a Debate on Eli's HoF Case
Craig Carton puts Joe the Intern through a gauntlet of sports trivia and a spicy Red Hots challenge to earn a higher internship grade. He and Chris McMonigle delve into a debate over Eli Manning’s Hall of Fame credentials and the New York Giants' historically low win totals. They also analyze the upcoming NFL schedule and share personal vacation stories. 01:50 - Testing Joe The Intern 08:14 - NY Jets Hall Of Famers 15:30 - Eli Manning Hall Debate 23:53 - Vikings Versus Giants Predictions 38:14 - Intern Red Hots Challenge 49:15 - Giants 2024 Schedule Breakdown 55:27 - Big Mac's StainAway Invention 01:02:40 - Jets And Giants History
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Hour 4: Craigie and Big Mac Debate Aruba Shark Myths and Vacation Ethics
Craigie and Big Mac debate the logistics of a high-profile love triangle in Australian women's cricket before diving into the controversial practice of holding beach chairs in Aruba. They also entertain colorful callers, including a former model with five marriage proposals and a Giants fan looking for a favor. The segment concludes with a breakdown of recent World Cup results and the varying levels of optimism for the Jets and Giants this season. 01:45 - Lesbian Cricket Love Triangle 05:30 - Aruba Beach Chair Etiquette 13:15 - Peggy O's Modeling Past 22:05 - Radio Staff Vacation Feud 28:35 - World Cup Soccer Upset 34:10 - Football Season Optimism
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Hour 5: Chris McMonigle on Geno Smith Legal News and Jets QB Outlook
Chris McMonigle evaluates the news that Geno Smith will not face battery charges following a recent investigation and reflects on the quarterback's off-field issues. He also discusses the New York Giants' coaching stability compared to the Tom Coughlin era and shares optimism for Jaxson Dart before looking ahead to the MLB trade deadline. 01:00 - MLB All-Star and Giants Talk 08:05 - Geno Smith Legal Update 13:10 - MLB Trade Deadline Outlook
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Craig Carton CALLS OUT C-Mac’s Vacation Plans: “OUTLANDISH!”
Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle are at it again over C-Mac’s upcoming vacation plans! After a caller tries to defend C-Mac, Craig doubles down on why taking two weeks off is apparently “outlandish” — while C-Mac fires back that he’s earned every single vacation day.
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The Brutal Eli Manning Stat That Explains His Hall of Fame Debate
Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle uncover a stunning Giants stat that helps explain why Eli Manning’s Hall of Fame case remains so heavily debated. Despite two legendary Super Bowl runs and two Super Bowl MVP awards, the Giants produced surprisingly few double-digit-win seasons during the Eli era.
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Intern Joe Fails to Name Joe Namath During Jets Trivia Challenge
Craig Carton and Big Mac put Rutgers intern Joe through a series of timed challenges to test his sports and pop culture knowledge. They discuss the famous fat sandwiches of New Brunswick before Joe attempts to name famous Michaels, Beatles songs, and New York Giants quarterbacks. The group also debates New York Jets Hall of Famers and the evolution of food truck culture. 01:00 - Intern Challenge Intro 02:33 - Famous Michaels Trivia 03:54 - Beatles Song Challenge 04:47 - Giants Quarterback Trivia 07:23 - Jets Hall Famers
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Jaxson Dart Hype Gets Checked! Giants QB Compared to Lamar & Mahomes?!
Chris McMonigle and Craig Carton break down the growing hype surrounding Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart as fans start comparing him to NFL superstars like Lamar Jackson and Patrick Mahomes. Is the excitement justified, or are expectations getting way too high after a small sample size? The guys debate Dart’s rushing ability, his potential as a dual-threat quarterback, whether the Giants should use him in short-yardage situations, and why Lamar Jackson has become one of the NFL’s best pocket passers. Plus, Craig and Big Mac get into some hilarious food debates, cheesesteaks, and take your calls on WFAN.
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Craig Carton WARNS Giants Fans: John Harbaugh Alone Won’t Save You
Craig challenges Giants fans to temper their expectations, arguing that even an elite head coach can only do so much. Chris McMonigle fires back, explaining why the combination of Harbaugh and Jaxson Dart could finally give the Giants the two most important pieces of a winning franchise.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Carton Show with Craig Carton and Chris McMonigle is sports talk with a pulse — loud, loose and unapologetically entertaining. Carton’s larger-than-life style and McMonigle’s no-nonsense perspective create a show that blends comedy, controversy and real debate. From Yankees and Mets drama to Giants, Jets, Knicks, Nets and whatever headline is dominating the day, nothing is too serious to laugh at or too big to challenge. Unfiltered and unpredictable, The Carton Show turns sports talk into an event.
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