The Craig Carton Show
by Outkick
The Craig Carton Show is a fast-paced, unapologetic mix of sports, culture, entertainment and the biggest stories everyone is talking about. Featuring Craig’s unfiltered opinions, sharp humor and conversations with athletes, entertainers, newsmakers and provocateurs, the show is unpredictable, entertaining and never afraid to challenge the audience. You may agree, you may get pissed off—but you’ll always want to hear what Craig says next.
Episodes
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WNBA’s DUMBEST Decision EVER?! Craig Carton RIPS 12:30 PM Finals Start
On the Craig Carton Show, Craig Carton unleashes a fiery rant after the WNBA makes the shocking decision to schedule a pivotal Game 6 of the WNBA Finals between the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries for 12:30 PM ET. Carton calls out league executives for burying their marquee...
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Too Good at Soccer?! Police Called on 3-Year-Old Kid in VIRAL Video Episode for Oct 24, 2026
On The Craig Carton Show, Craig reacts to the absurd outrage in Winter Park, Florida, where police were called to escort 3-year-old soccer prodigy Nevada and his family off the field after opposing parents complained he was “too good.” Apparently, stopping a toddler was easier than teaching their...
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Off the Cuff Friday with Carton & Kilmeade: LeBron’s Anthem Golf, Should the NFL Play in Paris, and Flag Football Frenzy
Craig rolls into the studio with flexible hours and zero filter for his Friday appearance on The Brian Kilmeade Show! First, Craig demands to know when we’re finally going to have an honest, real conversation about the NY Giants and their blueprint for JJ McCarthy. Then, he dives straight into…
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Former NFLPA Executive SLAMS NFL Amid Jalen Hurts' Blood Clot Controversy
In an explosive sports talk interview on player safety, Craig Carton and former NFLPA executive director DeMaurice Smith break down the Philadelphia Eagles and NFL's controversial handling of quarterback Jalen Hurts, scrutinizing the decision to clear the franchise star to play and fly on a plane...
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Ryan Leaf Chooses HIMSELF Over Charles Woodson, Peyton Manning, And Randy Moss In 1997 Heisman Race
Former No. 2 overall NFL Draft pick Ryan Leaf joins The Craig Carton Show to argue why he was robbed of the 1997 Heisman Trophy amidst a legendary finalist class featuring Charles Woodson, Peyton Manning, and Randy Moss. Leaf also opens up about the pivotal game that derailed his NFL career and...
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Craig Carton EXPOSES Arch Manning & Texas, What A Waste Of Money!
Craig Carton reacts to the growing criticism surrounding Steve Sarkisian, the Texas Longhorns and their massive NIL investment in Arch Manning. With Manning struggling on the field, Carton rips Texas’ spending and Michigan’s deal with Bryce Underwood, calling them the dumbest investments in…
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Craig Carton TORCHES WNBA After Dream & Valkyries Snub National Anthem AGAIN in Finals Game 2
Craig Carton sounds off after the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream doubled down in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, once again exiting the court before the national anthem and sparking nationwide backlash over the display. Even with Angel Reese helping propel the Atlanta Dream to a crucial...
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Jalen Hurts OUT FOR THE SEASON: NFL's SHAMEFUL Handling Of Injury EXPOSED
Craig Carton reacts to the shocking news that Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is officially OUT for the rest of the season after being diagnosed with blood clots in his lungs. Carton rips into the NFL and their medical staffs for allowing Hurts to play in London against the…
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Off the Cuff Friday with Carton & Kilmeade: NJ Political Power, Mt. Elon, & The Great Jesse Watters BBQ Mystery
Craig joins Brian for a wide-ranging, unfiltered episode covering everything from political influence to pop culture hot takes. They break down Craig’s stint as the 9th most powerful person in New Jersey politics (and what that says about the Garden State), tackle A’ja Wilson's public persona…
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Craig Carton DESTROYS ESPN's Desperate Betting Agenda That Targets CHILDREN
Craig Carton takes aim at ESPN’s animated sports betting commercial, breaking down why the network’s cartoon-style wagering guide misses the mark by giving an adults-only product kid-friendly packaging. Craig’s issue is with the commercial, not adults choosing to gamble. He explains why ESPN...
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Dodgers Outfielder OUTRAGED Over Megan Fox & Sydney Sweeney Ads During MLB Playoffs
Craig Carton calls out Los Angeles Dodgers outfielder Alex Call after the MLB player took to social media to protest the provocative Sydney Sweeney Novig commercial and Megan Fox Ro ad airing during MLB broadcasts. While Call argued these suggestive ads are inappropriate for his young son, Craig...
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Who Unmuted These Two? Clock Meltdowns, Jameis Fever, and Ohtani’s Slump with Craig Carton & Dan Dakich
In this episode, Dan and Craig sit down for their weekly uncensored, no-holds-barred crossover. Together, they tackle the wildest storylines across football and baseball: Clock Management Catastrophes: Why do multi-million-dollar head coaches consistently freeze when the game clock hits the...
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Craig Carton EXPOSES What's Wrong With Pablo Torre's LeBron James Investigation!
On The Craig Carton Show, host Craig calls out investigative sports reporter Pablo Torre for launching a probe into LeBron James' partnership with Fanatics and his routine helicopter commute to Philadelphia to practice and play for the 76ers. Carton exposes the controversy as a baseless…
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Craig Carton CREATES A Fake WNBA League For Angel Reese, Cathy Engelbert & A'ja Wilson!
Craig Carton delivers a hilarious parody rant on The Craig Carton Show, roasting WNBA discourse with his pitch for a fictional "You Go Girl" league "founded by" A'ja Wilson, Angel Reese, and commissioner Cathy Engelbert. Watch Craig break down the absurd membership rules and reveal exactly who...
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Angel Reese, the WNBA Finals & a 3,500-Seat Arena?! Craig Carton Goes OFF!
Craig Carton unleashes a passionate rant on the latest WNBA controversy involving the Atlanta Dream, State Farm Arena, and the league’s marketing strategy regarding its biggest stars. With the WNBA postseason here, the Atlanta Dream face a major venue dilemma: playing home games in Gateway Center...
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Yankees Bronx Collapse, Giants Fans Hallucinating a Division Title, and Blaming A’ja Wilson
Craig Carton joins Brian Kilmeade for their Friday tradition to break down the week in sports and media. This week Craig eats a slice of humble pie on the Giants, Dak Prescott concurs that losing to Tampa was flat-out embarrassing, and the Yankees crash out of the postseason in the Bronx—again....
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A'ja Wilson's FAKE NARRATIVE About Her Privileged Background WILL SHOCK YOU
On The Craig Carton Show, Craig calls out Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson after her WNBA MVP speech claimed she was "just trying to survive" as a teenager. Craig sets the record straight on Wilson’s wealthy South Carolina private school background, questioning why she hides her privileged...
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APOLOGY DENIED: Stephen A. Smith's PERFORMATIVE Lane Johnson Rant UNACCEPTABLE!
Craig Carton reacts to the outrage over ESPN's Stephen A. Smith's comments on First Take about Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson and the controversy surrounding his retirement. Stephen A. had the audacity to MOCK Lane Johnson for retiring due to mental health struggles. Craig,...
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Fired Blazers Announcer Hires Lawyer: "This Isn't Going Away"
Craig Carton is joined by attorney Arnie Herz—the legal counsel representing fired Portland Trail Blazers play-by-play announcer Braiden Bell—to discuss Bell's sudden termination over tweets posted as a teenager. Speaking on behalf of his client, Herz breaks down the formal legal demand letter…
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NFL Refs Are OUT OF CONTROL! Trey McBride Incident Sparks Craig Carton’s Rant
Craig Carton sounds off on the state of NFL officiating, arguing that referees are out of control and actively ruining the game of football. This segment breaks down recent officiating controversies, including line judge Jeff Seeman cursing at Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride during the...
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NFL FRAUDS EXPOSED: Giants, Browns & Panthers In First Place...For Now...
A quarter of the way into the NFL season, the New York Giants, Carolina Panthers, and Cleveland Browns sit atop their divisions, but Craig Carton isn't buying the hype for a single second. Calling out all three teams as total frauds, Craig EXPOSES the Giants for barely scraping past bottom-tier...
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MLB Playoff Madness, Amazon Prime's Tone-Deaf TNF Broadcast & Brian Kilmeade: Delusional Giants Fan?
Craig Carton joins Brian Kilmeade for their Friday tradition to break down the week in sports and media. They dive into the MLB Playoffs - Philadelphia goes down on the road, The Bronx Bombers put on an absolute clinic to eliminate the Red Sox, and one thing is clear: whoever survives the...
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Braiden Bell FIRED by Trail Blazers Over 2012 Tweets — Cancel Culture Has Gone Too Far!
On The Craig Carton Show, Craig blasts cancel culture hypocrisy after the Portland Trail Blazers fired newly hired play-by-play announcer Braiden Bell over offensive tweets posted during his teenage years. Defending the accomplished young journalist, Carton highlights the absurdity of destroying...
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A'ja Wilson Not Suspended: WNBA Doesn't Want Clark, Cunningham, And Indiana Fever To Advance
A'ja Wilson seemingly escapes a suspension ahead of the next Las Vegas Aces' high-stakes playoff game against the Indiana Fever, sparking immediate outrage over league favoritism. Craig Carton unloads on the blatant double standard, arguing that if Indiana Fever stars Caitlin Clark or Sophie...
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Who's More Toxic: A'ja Wilson Or Indiana Fever Fan?
Craig Carton breaks down the controversial WNBA playoff confrontation between Las Vegas Aces superstar A’ja Wilson and an Indiana Fever fan, analyzing who was actually at fault during the court-side clash following Wilson's foul on Sophie Cunningham. Diving into the wider media debate surrounding...
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Chazz Palminteri Said NO To Hollywood While Completely BROKE
On this episode of The Craig Carton Show, host Craig Carton interviews actor and writer Chazz Palminteri about his career and the creation of the classic film A Bronx Tale. Palminteri reflects on turning down movie deals of up to $1 million so he could retain creative control to write the...
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"FIRE THEM NOW!" Craig Carton RIPS Lincoln Riley & Brian Schottenheimer
Craig Carton unloads on USC head coach Lincoln Riley for his shocking response following Desman Stephens' dirty hit that left Oregon quarterback Dante Moore seriously injured. Carton also slams Dallas Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer for complete coaching malpractice after over-coaching Dak...
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Brian Urlacher EXPOSES Colin Kaepernick | Antics Wouldn't Fly On His Team
Chicago Bears legend Brian Urlacher opens up about Colin Kaepernick kneeling during the national anthem, exposing how the controversy shattered NFL locker room unity and why he couldn't stomach those antics on his own team. Urlacher and Craig dive deep into the lasting fallout of Kaepernick's...
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Backups, Broadcast Blunders, and the College Sports Shake-Up
Craig Carton joins Brian Kilmeade for their Friday tradition to break down the week in sports and media. They dig into the NFL's backup quarterback chaos — from Jameis Winston's embarrassing Monday night performance to the surprising success of Drew Lock, Carson Wentz, and Michael Penix filling…
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She Showed Up At Jim Norton's Door...He Said No! | The Craig Carton Show
Jim Norton tells Craig Carton about the one woman he turned away after she showed up looking nothing like her photo, before opening up about his legendary comedy career, radio, addiction recovery, and much more!
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Jaxson Dart OUT For Season: New York Giants HATE Their Fanbase
Craig Carton reacts LIVE to the breaking news that confirms New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart will undergo season-ending knee surgery following a devastating injury against the Los Angeles Rams. What was originally believed to be a minor multi-week MCL sprain has completely derailed the New...
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Jaxson Dart Walked Off. Caleb Williams CRIED! + Darren Rovell On Getting Into Business With Kobe Bryant, Making ESPN History, & Much More
Craig Carton delivers the ultimate NFL QB toughness debate comparing Chicago Bears' Caleb Williams and New York Giants' Jaxson Dart. Watch Craig call out Caleb Williams for overreacting to a minor hamstring strain while applauding Jaxson Dart for walking off a tough knee injury. Does Caleb…
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"I Was Wrong" Craig Carton REACTS To WILD Start To 2026 NFL Season
Craig Carton is eating a massive slice of humble pie after a wild NFL Week 2 completely upended his preseason expectations. From his beloved Jets choking away a 17-7 lead to the Packers and looking like the same old team, to the Texans and Chargers stumbling to 0-2 while the Raiders sit...
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Jen Hale On How Dianna Russini Mike Vrabel Scandal Influenced Women In Sports
FOX Sports sideline reporter Jen Hale joins The Craig Carton Show to break down the Dianna Russini–Mike Vrabel controversy and the fallout rocking the NFL media world. Hale and Craig Carton discuss the impact Russini's actions had on women in sports, and the two got into the Holly Rowe/Steve...
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“Why Does The NCAA Even Exist?” Craig Carton TORCHES Its Pathetic Michigan Hail Mary Statement
Craig unloads on the NCAA following their admission of massive protocol failures in the Michigan vs. Western Michigan Hail Mary controversy, questioning why the governing body even exists if it lacks the power to reverse the call. After exposing the flaws in the Big Ten and college football...
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Sydney Sweeney vs. Lindsay Clancy: Craig Defines Crazy
Craig breaks down today’s cultural outrage by separating modern media commentary into two clear groups: "crazy" versus "not crazy". He calls out widespread media double standards, contrasting the intense backlash over Sydney Sweeney’s provocative Novig gambling ad with the baffling support for...
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Fake Outrage ERUPTS Over Steve Sarkisian-Holly Rowe AI Video
Craig calls out the fake outrage surrounding the viral Steve Sarkisian and Holly Rowe AI video following Texas’s postgame interview after their win over Ohio State. Why is everyone so upset over an obvious AI meme when similar sports media moments get ignored? Texas QB Arch Manning is under a lot...
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“ABSOLUTE CLOWNS!” Craig Carton ROASTS Cowboys After Giants’ Beatdown
Craig Carton isn't holding back after the New York Giants physically bullied and humiliated the Dallas Cowboys in their NFL Week 1 opener. From Dallas looking like total clowns to the Packers and Chargers flopping, Craig names the week's biggest losers—with a soft spot for Chargers QB Justin...
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Craig Carton Never Forgets 9/11 + Al Leiter Interview & Aaron Rodgers Embarrasses Himself
On a solemn September 11, Craig reflects on the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and the enduring resilience of New York City. Former World Series Champion and New York Mets pitcher Al Leiter joins the show to share his incredible, untold story from that tragic morning—recalling his secret flight attempt...
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PATRIOTS SEASON IS OVER! Drake Maye Week 1 Meltdown PROVES New England Is In BIG Trouble
Is the New England Patriots season ALREADY OVER after a BRUTAL Week 1 loss to the Seattle Seahawks? On this episode of The Craig Carton Show, Craig breaks down Drake Maye’s nightmare performance and Head Coach Mike Vrabel's rough start in this high-stakes Super Bowl rematch. Like, comment, and...
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Craig Carton Rips LeBron, Eli & Jeter For EMBARRASSING Cash Grab + Daryl “Moose” Johnston: Why the Cowboys Can Win the Super Bowl
Craig Carton blasts LeBron James, Derek Jeter, and Eli Manning for a shameless cash grab in their controversial new sports gambling commercial. Plus, Daryl “Moose” Johnston shares his optimistic outlook on the Cowboys to go to the Super Bowl
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Michigan’s Embarrassing Field Storm & Michael Rapaport Speaks Out
In the series premiere of The Craig Carton Show on OutKick, host Craig Carton blasts Michigan football fans, branding them complete morons for embarrassingly storming the field following a controversial, single-point victory over Western Michigan. Plus, actor and comedian Michael Rapaport joins…
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The Craig Carton Show
The Craig Carton Show is fast, unpredictable, and completely unapologetic. We’re diving headfirst into sports, pop culture, and whatever the hell everyone is arguing about today—with the athletes, entertainers, and provocateurs making the headlines.
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Too Little, Too Late! - The Craig Carton Show | June 26th, 2026
Overdue, and the right move, but shouldn't the Mets have fired Mendoza months ago?? How much longer will David Stearns keep his job? Craig says Wally Backman should be the Mets next manager. A brief history of Craigs time in Philly. And why Team USA has no chance to make a deep run in the World...
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The Trade Nobody Saw Coming! - The Craig Carton Show | June 25th, 2026
Shocking trade, do the T'Wolves now have the best backcourt in the West with LaMelo & Anthony Edwards? Can they win a title? Why does the WNBA hate Caitlin Clark?? Why is Team USA facing two opponents in the Knockout Round? And shame on Aubrey Huff. All that, and more, on today's episode of The...
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Is the NBA Draft irrelevant? - The Craig Carton Show | June 24th, 2026
RIP to an American institution - White Castle. Have NIL and the transfer portal made the NBA Draft irrelevant? The worst draft in 47 years! Why didn't Carlos Boozer draft his son? Does anyone really care about Jazz Chisholm eating a lillipop? Is Juan Soto faking an injury to avoid playing with...
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The Heat are a 5 seed at best with Giannis! - The Craig Carton Show | June 23rd, 2026
Giannis is going to Miami, but that makes the Heat a 5 seed at best! Is Ultimate Frisbee the sport of the future?? The Celtics are better by not getting Giannis! Why didn't the Knicks try to get Giannis? SportsCenter anchors are just teleprompter readers! As Craig predicted years ago, Anthony...
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John Calipari to Michigan?? - The Craig Carton Show | June 22nd, 2026
Michigan fans have to be livid about Dusty May leaving for the Mavs! Could John Calipari replace May at Michigan? Why does nobody want Giannis?! Wouldn't Giannis make perfect sense on the Thunder?! And is Craig moving to Oklahoma City? All that, and more, on today's episode of The Craig Carton Show!
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This Week on the Craig Carton Show 6-20-26
The Knicks are world champions and Craig is as happy as he has ever been. He and Tyrone discuss the parade and if the Knicks could be a dynasty. Plus, the World Cup, the Brendan Sorsby saga, milkshakes and fried apple pies!
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Why the Knicks won't repeat! - The Craig Carton Show | June 19th, 2026
Great job by everyone in NYC, except for the police that tried to arrest Tyler Kolek! Knicks fans hope this team becomes a dynasty, but did James Dolan just put out that fire? The latest proposal from MLB owners guarantees no baseball next season. A new law proposed in Cambridge, MA might signal...
About this show
The Craig Carton Show is a fast-paced, unapologetic mix of sports, culture, entertainment and the biggest stories everyone is talking about. Featuring Craig’s unfiltered opinions, sharp humor and conversations with athletes, entertainers, newsmakers and provocateurs, the show is unpredictable, entertaining and never afraid to challenge the audience. You may agree, you may get pissed off—but you’ll always want to hear what Craig says next.
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