Talk Is Cheap: A New York Giants Podcast

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Ryan and Darryl preview the Giants' training camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's how Giants quarterbacks Jaxson Dart and Russell Wilson looked during organized team activities (OTAs) plus several other Giants storylines. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Breaking down the very latest on all things Giants. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NJ.com Giants reporters Ryan Novozinsky and Darryl Slater break down the Giants' 2025 Draft class. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What will the Giants do in the 2025 NFL Draft? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 2025 NFL Draft is fast approaching. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants have found their starting quarterback for the 2025-26 season, and it’s not Aaron Rodgers. The team agreed to a one-year deal with Russell Wilson. Talk is Cheap co-hosts Chris Franklin and Ryan Novozinsky discuss Wilson's potential impact on the Giants' offense, whether choosing Wilson over Rodgers was the right move, and how the signing could influence the Giants' plans for the third overall pick in April's draft. Let me know if you'd like me to tweak it further! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants have made a few impactful signings during free agency, but the biggest question that remains is who will be the starting quarterback for next season. "Talk is Cheap" co-hosts Daryl Slater and Chris Franklin break down the chances that Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, or Joe Flacco will be their next starter. The two also discuss new Giants cornerback Paulson Adebo and how he affects their defense, and whether the Tennessee Titans are trying to bluff the Giants into trading up for the top pick in the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants are at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, holding the third overall pick in the 2025 draft. Despite the high draft pick and potential players who could be selected, much of the talk has centered around the Giants being a contender in landing Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford in a trade. Talk is Cheap co-hosts Chris Franklin and Ryan Novozinsky discuss the possibility that the Giants will trade for him, what the Giants could do in the draft if they land Stafford, and potential surprise cuts or signings that could happen this offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants' season has ended, and with a 3-14 record, you would think there would be changes, starting with General Manager Joe Schoen and Head Coach Brian Daboll. Despite owner John Mara's lack of "patience," he is bringing them back. In our Talk is Cheap "supershow," Darryl Slater, Ryan Novozinsky, and Chris Franklin discuss the decision to retain Schoen and Daboll. The trio also discusses the free agents the Giants should re-sign or target, as well as what the team should do with the third overall pick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants unexpectedly won last week's game against the Atlanta Falcons, dropping them from the No. 1 pick to No. 4 in the draft, with the possibility of falling even further if they defeat the Eagles and their backup players Sunday afternoon. Talk Is Cheap co-hosts Ryan Novozinsky and Chris Franklin discuss whether the Giants will win again and slip further down the draft board. They also explore whether general manager Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll could survive Black Monday if the team ends the season with a two-game win streak, and whether Drew Lock should or could be a candidate to serve as a "bridge" quarterback next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The holiday season is still going on, and the Giants continued their 2024 tradition of losing at home again, this time to rookie quarterback Michael Penix Jr. and the Atlanta Falcons last Sunday. But since it is the giving season, Talk is Cheap co-hosts Darryl Slater and Chris Franklin hand out presents that notable members of the Giants organization deserve for this season and the future. The two also discuss if the team should go after a former Super Bowl-winning head coach interested in returning to the NFL and if the Giants will lose their final home game against the Indianapolis Colts.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants are 2-12 and in position to secure the top pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. With three games remaining, they face an intriguing decision at quarterback, as two of the top prospects are likely to be available if they choose to go in that direction. Talk is Cheap co-hosts Ryan Novozinsky and Chris Franklin explore whether the Giants should draft Colorado's Shedeur Sanders, Miami's Cam Ward, or trade back to acquire more picks. They also discuss the team's chances of landing the top pick, preview the upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons and their new starting quarterback Michael Penix Jr., and share behind-the-scenes details of a recent story about a banner plane displaying a message meant for owner John Mara. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants' 14-11 loss to the New Orleans Saints dropped their record to 2-11 this season and 0-7 at home. Fans are frustrated, with one hiring a plane to fly a banner reading, "Mr. Mara Enough — Plz Fix This Dumpster Fire." Talk Is Cheap co-hosts Darryl Slater and Chris Franklin discuss whether there should be any confidence in Mara rectifying things and bringing in the right people to turn the franchise around. They also examine the Giants' struggles at home and debate whether the Giants or Jets present a better job opportunity for a coach or general manager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants will be looking for a quarterback next season, and they are in position to grab one of the top prospects in the draft after their Thanksgiving loss to the Dallas Cowboys dropped their record to 2-10. While the young quarterback learns the ropes, the Giants could bring in a veteran to hold the fort. Talk Is Cheap co-hosts Ryan Novozinsky and Chris Franklin discuss potential veteran options. They also discuss whether Drew Lock or Tommy DeVito should start the final five games of the season and whether the Giants will tank for the No. 1 pick in the draft—or end up spoiling their chances by winning a game or two. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After the Giants moved on from quarterback Daniel Jones, the offense continued to struggle with Tommy DeVito as the starter, failing to find consistency once again in Sunday’s 30-7 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. After the game, several Giants players voiced their frustration over the mounting losses, with some directing criticism at head coach Brian Daboll. Talk is Cheap co-hosts Darryl Slater and Chris Franklin discuss whether Daboll will be fired despite the vote of confidence he received from Giants owner John Mara. They also examine if there is any faith in Mara selecting the right general manager and head coach combination, as well as preview the Thanksgiving game against the Dallas Cowboys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants have waived former first-round pick Daniel Jones, raising questions about the team’s future and its quarterback position. Talk is Cheap co-hosts Ryan Novozinsky and Chris Franklin discuss the decision to release Jones, the process behind the move, potential quarterbacks for 2025, and Tommy DeVito returning as the starter. They also preview Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants are limping into their bye week after another loss, this time to the lowly Carolina Panthers. The bye week is typically a time for change, and there could be one at quarterback when the Giants return to the field. Talk is Cheap co-hosts Darryl Slater and Chris Franklin discuss who could (and should) be the quarterback. They also discuss what else to expect after the bye week and potential coaching candidates if the Giants decide to reverse course and fire Daboll. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Giants picked up their seventh loss of the season last week against the Washington Commanders. With a 2-7 record, the Giants find themselves among the worst teams in the league. “Talk is Cheap” co-hosts Ryan Novozinsky and Chris Franklin discuss if the team should start the tanking process to get a better draft pick. The two also discuss the decision not to trade any players and talk about Sunday’s game in Munich, Germany against the Carolina Panthers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices