The Big Blue Saloon

The Giants hired Wink Martingdale as their new Defensive Coordinator! Was he the right choice? What grade do the Giants deserve for the coaching staff that they put together? Which giants are on the chopping block as Joe Schoen gets ready to trim 40m from the Giants cap. Some of the cuts might surprise you. Merker analyzes the Jets 5 biggest needs! Is kicker one of them ? Who will win the super bowl ? A little Knicks talk as well. Ox joins the show for a vacationing D-man!

Big Blue Saloon legal expert, Seth Kaplan joins the show to break down why Brian Flores does not have a strong case against the Giants or the NFL. Seth gives exclusive details of what is in Flores’ complaint. The guys also analyze the hiring of Brian Dabol and Mike Kafka. The Dman gives his super bowl prediction before his vacation and a little Knicks talk as well.

The guys analyze the hiring by the Giants of their new GM, Joe Schoen. Was he the right choice or the wrong choice? What Schoen say and mean in his introductory news conference? When will the Giants hire a coach and who are the top candidates? The guys debate this past weekends exciting playoff games. Should the NFL adapt revised OT rules? A little Knicks and weather as well.

What is the latest in the Giants search for a GM and a Coach? Who are the finalists and who will ultimately get the job? Mel Kiper just dropped his mock draft 1.0, what does our NFL draft expert think the Giants and Jets will do with their picks? What to expect this week in the NFL playoffs and a little Knicks too!

Brett Merker hosts this week a very Giants centric podcast. What finally got Joe Judge fired? The guys review yesterdays John Mara press conference and what it all means. Who are the top candidates for GM and coach? Who are the top choices? Are the Giants looking at the right candidates? Where did the Giants and Jets land in the draft. A little Knicks as well.

The Giants embarrass themselves in Philly! Has there ever been a worse offensive team? How does Joe Judge have a job guarantee for 2022. The guys reveal the names to watch for the GM role to replace Dave Gettleman! The Jets won, but hurt their draft position! How did Zach Wilson play? What are the guys predictions for Week 17?

The great Ian O’Connor joins the show to discuss the Giants and Jets. Ian gives the inside scoop on where the Giants go after Dave Gettleman. The opinions of scouts on Zach Wilson and Daniel Jones! Russell Wilson to the Giants? Ian think it’s a strong possibility! Which of Joe Judge and Robert Saleh might have staying power in New York! Ian opens up about his conversations with John Mara!

In this weeks episode the guys discuss what again went wrong for both teams. How far away are these teams from the playoffs. What should Jet and Giant fans should hope for over the last 4 games. Should the giants trade for Russell Wilson in the off-season? What do the guys think of Todd McShay’s first mock draft.

Why did the Jets loss to the Eagles energize a fan base, while the Giants loss has brought extreme anger to their fan base. The guys break it all down. Could Daniel Jones be through as a Giant? What is the future of Saquon Barkley? What are the latest draft rumors for the Giants and Jets? What has gone wrong for the Knicks?

The guys are back to discuss the state of the Giants and the Jets. Why were victories by both teams met with disappointment? What are the futures of Daniel Jones and Zach Wilson? Why are the Jets in better shape for the future than the giants. Will Dave Gettleman finally be relieved of his duties? Where do both teams stand in the tankathon?

They guys review went wrong this week with the Giants and Jets. Why did the Jets disappoint so dramatically vs the Falcons? Can the Giants overcome their injuries and save their season vs the Rams? Which players are the future building blocks for both teams? Which NFL team has perhaps 3 picks in the top 9 of next years draft? A little Knicks talk as well.

What changed this week for the Giants and Jets that allowed them to pull off stunning wins? Has Zach Wilson turned a corner? Has Daniel Jones established himself the QB of the future, after the best game of his career. What do the guys expect for Week 5? Can either team pull off another win this week? Don’t miss the exciting announcement at the end regarding future guests to join the show.

In a controversial episode, the guys discuss a drastic organizational move the Giants and Jets can make that can finally lead to improvement. Will the Giants season spiral from here? Is 0-10 a real possibility? What about the Jets? Are they really worse than last year? Who are the top college prospects we should be following? All this and a lot of laughs along the way. Even a little Knicks talk.

The guys return to discuss what has gone wrong so far for the Jets and Giants. Why both teams are 0-2 and is there hope for the rest of the season. Why Jet fans should not give up on Zach Wilson. Can the Giants or Jets win in Week 3? The guys share their observations on the early season MVP candidates.

The Big Blue Saloon NFL draft insider Neil Martucci joins the show to discuss the just completed NFL draft. The guys go pick by pick for both the Giants and Jets and discuss each player in depth and their potential impact. The guys give grades for both teams. Neil Martucci gives other winners and losers from the rest of the NFL. The guys take an early look at 2022 and some of the top prospects. Will Aaron Rodgers get traded or is this a ratings stunt for the draft? Are the Knicks for real? Is Francisco Lindor is a bust and have the Yankees turned the corner?

Neil Martucci joins the show to give his latest mock draft, with a specific focus on the Jets and Giants. The guys breakdown all the top players and where they will land. If you listen to this podcast, you will be very prepared for Thursday’s Night Draft. Late in the show the guys touch on the Knicks, Yankees and Mets as well.

Neil Martucci joins the guys to discuss the free agency hauls for the Giants and Jets. Big Blue Saloon NFL draft expert joins to discuss the latest draft rumors. The Jets look like they are going Zach at #2, but who does Martucci mock to the Giants at #11 and Jets at #23. Did the Jets do the right thing trading Sam Darnold? The guys debate it. The guys reflect back on March Madness and reveal the winner of the 1st annual Big Blue Saloon March Madness Pool.

ESPN and WFAN contributor Glen Consor joins the guys to discuss the latest draft and free agency buzz around the Giants and Jets. What was Joe Douglas really trying to say about Sam Darnold? Where does Glen think Deshaun Watson end up and how the rest of the teams will fill their QB needs? The guys discuss March Madness! Who does Pete think is a team to watch and why. The guys also discuss the Knicks. Which NBA all star might force a trade to the Knicks over the next 12 months. Also, the usual humor, that is a trademark of this podcast.

Alex Wilson joins the guys for a discussion on the Giants and the Knicks. Alex gives us inside info and his in depth opinion on where he thinks the Giants will focus in the draft and free agency. He breaks down prospect TE Kyle Pitts and we break down other prospects linked to the Giants. We talk about Joe Judge and what he means to the Giants. Alex shares his thoughts on the Knicks as we debate staying the course vs trading for a star. How does Merk feel about Zach Wilson, as he looks more likely to the the Jets pick at #2. Which 2 teams are the leaders for Deshaun Watson, if Houston trades him. The winner of the super bowl box pool is revealed along with the next contest. All this and a lot more, including the usual humor!

College football insider Neil Martucci joins the show to give the local lowdown from the Senior Bowl. Saquon Barkley says he is rehabbing well, but will he back for Week 1. The D-man reveals who he thinks will be the new offensive line coach for the Giants. What is the latest Deshaun Watson rumors? Is Andrew Luck really making a comeback? Who do the guys like in the Super Bowl. Don’t miss the show where real news does not get in the way of good humor.

Big Blue Saloon Uber poster, The Oz, Mike Oxhorn joins the show to discuss new Jets head coach, Robert Saleh. Ox, has been a life long fan of Saleh and nobody knows him better. Pete reviews that faithful 2018 draft that he feels has set the Giants back 5 years. What is their salary cap position heading into the offseason. The guys share the latest intel on the Deshaun Watson trade rumors. What is the latest draft buzz? The guys recap the divisional playoff round and look ahead to the conference championship games. This and all the usual humor, you have come to expect.

The show begins talking about the Jets coaching situation and how this is not 1997 and Bill Parcells is not walking through the door. Towards the end of the show, the news hits that Robert Saleh has been hired and Brett and Pete break it all down, as it happens. Also, the latest on the Giants. The Dman summarizes Joe Judges recent interview. All the draft buzz around the Giants and Jets is also covered. Will the Giants really pick another tight end in the first round. If the Jets stick with Sam, what are they going to do. This, and all the usual humor and a lot more.

Why did the Giants miss the playoffs? The guys explain why the Eagles are not really to blame and why fans should look at Dave Gettleman and Evan Engram instead. Pete recaps the Dave Gettleman and John Mara end of season press conferences and gives his take. Pete reviews the Giants current salary cap position and who might get cut to open open more. The Giants draft 11th, what players or positions are on the radar? Merk gives his take on who will be the next coach of the Jets and why. Could Deshaun Watson be a Jet or Giant? Who was the Big Blue Saloon Pick ‘em challenge champion? Who do the guys think will make the Super Bowl? This and the usual humor and insight that has become the trademark of this podcast.

Pete, D-man and Merk let you know if the Giants will make the playoffs and their predictions on this weeks game vs Dallas. What do the guys think the Jets will do about Adam Gase? Will Sam Darnold be the QB in 2021. What are the options with the #2 pick. Who won the Leonard Williams vs Quinnen Williams contest?

NFL and NCAA insider Neil Martucci joins the guys to discuss what went wrong for the giants in Week 14. Should Giant fans still root for the playoffs or focus on the draft. The Jets are 3 games from the #1 pick and the promised land, will New England derail them. If the Jets miss on Lawrence, who are the next best qbs? Neil breaks it down. Where will Sam Darnold play in 2021? What is the hot Giants rumor of the week. All that and a lot more!

The guys review an insane Week 13 for the Giants and Jets. How did the Giants beat the Seahawks, but why do the Merk and Pete think they will struggle vs Arizona. What does the D-man think? Do the guys think the Jets will recover from the Zero Cover Blitz and play competitively vs the Seahawks? Why did the D-man get angry this week about Makil Becton. Is Bill Cowher really interested in the Jets job? Which celebrity won this weeks Big Blue Saloon Pick ‘em challenge? All that and much more!

The Giants are unbelievably in 1st place, the guys explain how they got there and if they can stay there. The Jets still hold the #1 pick, can they still blow it? The guys give their thoughts. The Week 12 winner of the Big Blue Pick ‘em challenge Dave “Ringo” Starr joins the show. The D-man gets angry and shows his hate again for Wayne Gallman. The latest Tanking for Trevor standings. Who is the latest hot coaching candidate for the Jets? Pete shares the latest rumor about a current NFL coach. This and a lot more.

The guys review the Jets week 11 loss to the Chargers and preview Week 12 vs the Dolphins. The guys detail a tumultuous bye week for the Giants and how it will impact them in their huge Week 12 match-up vs the Bengals. The guys have the latest update in the tanking for Trevor standings. Pete reveals a juicy Jets coaching rumor that is not public but is very hot behind closed doors. Finally, the Week 11 Big Blue Pick em challenge winner is revealed. Lastly, the guys reveal what they are thankful for.

The guys review an exciting Week 9, where the Giants won and the Jets won by losing. The guys make their Giants/Eagles predictions and exactly how the game will play out. You don’t want to miss this as nobody has been more accurate. The latest tanking for Trevor standings are revealed. The week 9, Big Blue Saloon Pick ‘Em challenge winner joins the show. Don’t miss it all.

The guys breakdown the Giants and Jets Week 8 losses. Pete and D-Man blame Daniel Jones. Brett Merker joins to breakdown the Jets. Does Pete really think the Giants and Jets will win this week? Is he crazy? Who won the Week 8 Big Blue Saloon Pick ‘em challenge? What are the latest Trevor Lawrence standings?

The guys review the Giants loss to the Eagles and why that debacle happened and how they knew it would happen. The guys also review the Jets loss to the Bills and how they were competitive in the 1st half and not in the 2nd half. The guys get you ready on exactly what to expect in the giants and Jets week 8 matchups. The Stormer reports on the Giants and Jets rumors prior to the Nov 3rd trade deadline. The D-man shares his excitement in winning the Week 7 Big Blue Saloon Pick ‘em challenge. Where do the teams stand in the latest tanking for Trevor standings ?

The guys go in depth on how they knew the Giants would defeat the Washington Football team and look ahead to this weeks match-up vs the Eagles. In addition, they discuss the disaster known as the Jets. The latest standings in tanking for Trevor. The week 6 big blue saloon pick em challenge winner, Neil Martucci joins the show. Neil an insider of the Denver broncos reveals the Broncos were never interested in Daniel Jones. Brett Knopf fills in for Seth Kaplan.

The guys review the Giants and Jets Week 5 losses and preview Week 6. Bram Weinstein the play by play announcer of the Washington Football team joins to give his insight on Washington. The Week 5 Big Blue Saloon Pick ‘em challenge winner is revealed and she joins the show. The guys discuss where the Giants stand in the Tanking for Trevor race.

The guys give a full in depth recap of both the Giants and Jets week 4 losses. They tell you what to expect in week 5. They reveal that if the season ended today the Giants would have the 1 pick in the draft. Who won week 4 of the Big Blue Pick ‘em challenge?

The guys go in depth in reviewing Week 3 for both the Giants and Jets. They preview week 4. Find out why Eric and Pete think this is the week that the Jets finally win. The guys welcome the Week 3 winner of the Big Blue Saloon Pick ‘em challenge and pick the other top games of the week. The Stormer begs the league to intervene on the Giants behalf. The guys also introduce the weekly update to the Trevor Lawrence sweepstakes.

The Guys give an in depth recap of Week 1 for the Giants and Jets and an in depth preview of Week 2. You don’t want to miss it as these guys predictions for week 1 were frighteningly accurate. The guys also announce the Week 1 winner of the The Big Blue Saloon Pick’em challenge and the winner makes a surprise appearance in the saloon. The guys share predictions for 5 key week 2 games. Seth challenges Mitch Trubisky to come on the podcast while Peter challenges Mel Kiper. Don’t miss it.

The guys report the latest news and notes for the Giants and Jets prior to Week 1. The guys go in depth to preview the Bill/Jets and Giants/Steelers. In addition they reveal their predicted outcome and scores for each game. Finally, the D-man introduces the Big Blue saloon Pick ‘em challenge, where the guys give their picks for each game and reveal an opportunity for the listeners to participate.

A special Tuesday drop as The Stormer, D-man and Sancho hold their exclusive fantasy football preview and give you the best chance to win your league. Do not miss their 8 critical steps to winning. Also, the latest news on the giants and jets including the Logan Ryan signing and exclusive insight into both teams intra squad scrimmages.

Ian O’Connor joins the guys to discuss the Giants, Jets and the NFL. Ian also provides an in depth look into the New England Patriots dynasty. If you think you know everything about it, trust me you don’t.

Peter, Eric and Seth are joined by podcaster Noah Schwartz to discuss the latest breaking news surrounding the Giants, Jets, College Football, the Knicks and even discuss a musical milestone.

Seth Kaplan and Neil Morris join the Stormer in the Big Blue saloon to discuss Daniel Jones vs Sam Darnold, the Jamal Adams trade vs the OBJ trade and the latest breaking news regarding the giants. Don’t miss the Stormers funny clips from infamous moments in the Giants/Jets rivalry.

The latest episode has breaking news on Deandre Baker, Aldrick Rosas and Leonard Williams. In addition breaks down the recent extensions in NFL, Espns top 10 RB list, Redskins name change and scandal. Also, latest on baseball and the Mets sale and the Knicks coaching search. Also, we take questions in the mailbag.

The D-man and the Stormer cover the latest news and rumors around the Giants and the NFL. Also, covered are predictions for the Yankees and Mets along with Lebron James and the Knicks

We go through all of Dave Gettleman’s moves since becoming General Manager of the Giants make the strong case he is to blame for the Giants failures. We reveal exclusively a missed opportunity to trade down in the 2018 draft. Also, our first mailbag and thoughts on Aldrick Rosas.

D-man and the Stormer give a very detailed and realistic view of the Giants offseason including the draft and free agency. Also, an exclusive story about Daniel Jones and a throwback to 1986 and the We are the Giants rap.