Bleav in Giants

Bob Papa and Chris Bisignano kick off the Mangia Cast podcast with pasta, wine, and a special guest, Judy Battista from NFL Network. Chef Papa shares his recipe for Capellini Rustica, along with recommended wine pairings. During their discussion, they dive into the running back market and explore whether it's experiencing a resurgence, while also addressing the overall uncertainty surrounding its...

In this episode of Bleav in Giants, co-hosts Bob Papa and Carl Banks dive into the latest happenings in the NFL, focusing on the salary cap implications and the potential trade of quarterback Matthew Stafford. They welcome Michael Ginnitti, co-founder and editor of Spotrac, who provides invaluable insights on salary cap management. They break down the quarterback market with options for the Giants...

Bob Papa and Carl Banks return just in time for the Super Bowl to share updates on the New York Giants, their thoughts on the big game, and Carl's partnership with Michael Strahan for Starter. They kick off the conversation by discussing the St. John’s basketball program, with Carl highlighting key points Rick Pitino has made about building a winning culture and getting the team back on track to h...

As the Giants' season approaches, Bob Papa and Carl Banks break down what needs to change as the team heads into the offseason. They discuss the importance of player development, making key adjustments on offense and defense, and identifying areas for improvement. The conversation highlights the need to maximize player potential, upgrade talent across the roster, and the critical role Joe Schoen a...

It's the final preview of the 2024 season as Bob Papa and Carl Banks dive into why this game matters. They discuss fan frustrations, cultural shifts within the organization, and why this Giants roster features key change agents. The conversation touches on the missing pieces to the puzzle, Dexter Lawrence's impressive achievement of making it to the Pro Bowl, and a reflection on what has been a ch...

On Bleav in Giants, Bob Papa and Carl Banks recap the win against the Indianapolis Colts and discuss why this game offered a glimpse of what the offense could have been this season. They explain how the Giants won the turnover battle and emphasize the importance of playing to win. The duo explains why the team didn’t tank this game and provides insight into the mindset behind competing until the e...

Bob Papa and Carl Banks are not only back the day after Christmas, but they are also on the mic to recap the holiday action! Carl and Bob share their picks for their favorite Christmas movies. The duo discusses the Netflix Christmas Day NFL games and why the NFL is playing chess, not checkers. Carl highlights the importance of young players like Malik Nabers addressing bad habits early, stressing...

Phil Simms joins Bob Papa and Carl Banks to preview the Giants matchup against the Falcons. After studying the Falcons all season, Phil shares his insights on what may have gone wrong with Kirk Cousins and what to expect from Michael Penix Jr. as he prepares for his first start. Simms discusses the nerves accompanying a debut, the game plan for achieving success, and how the Giants can control the...

On Bleav in Giants , Bob Papa and Carl Banks recap the Giants tough loss to the Baltimore Ravens, highlighting how injuries have taken the team's talent level from bad to worse. They discuss the challenge of going up against a heavyweight team like the  Carl points out the inconsistency of players like Isaiah Simmons, Jon Michael Schmitz, and Evan Neal, how their up-and-down performances have cont...

Bob Papa and Carl Banks are back after Carl's tricep surgery to recap the game against the New Orleans Saints and preview the upcoming matchup with the Baltimore Ravens. They dive into the details of last week's performance against Alvin Kamara and the Saints. The duo analyzes the effort and execution that led to key moments in the game, highlighting what the Giants need to do this week to stop De...

Carl Banks and Bob Papa preview the upcoming matchup against Alvin Kamara and the New Orleans Saints. With several key players, particularly on defense, dealing with injuries, they emphasize the importance of evaluating competitive performances and identifying standouts. They also share details about the franchise's 100th-season celebration, featuring a Frank Gifford bobblehead giveaway. Bob gives...

Bob Papa and Carl Banks discuss the disappointing Thanksgiving game against the Dallas Cowboys. They analyze the players on the field, particularly Deonte Banks's struggles and Malik Nabers's performance both on and off the field. Carl points out Malik's visible frustration—an unfamiliar reaction to losing—but emphasizes that the entire team can channel this attitude positively. Carl also shares i...

Carl Banks and Bob Papa discuss all the headlines surrounding the New York Giants and share their observations from calling the game on Sunday. They provide insights into Malik Nabers recent locker room comments and the social media narratives involving Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen. Carl analyzes tackling techniques and highlights critical areas where the team needs to improve. They also focus on t...

Following a bye week and a change at quarterback, Bob Papa and Carl Banks discuss the current state of the New York Giants. With Daniel Jones benched, Tommy DeVito steps in as the starter. Carl explains why tanking is not an option for the Giants, comparing their situation to how another team might handle a similar challenge. The duo also examines the growing discourse surrounding General Manager...

After a tough loss and a long flight home from Germany following their defeat to the Panthers, Bob Papa and Carl Banks break down the latest developments regarding the Giants. Carl addresses the fans calling for Brian Daboll's job. They point out some troubling habits within the team, such as players missing defensive assignments, failing to make critical adjustments, and even top players setting...

Greetings from Munich! – Guten Tag! 🇩🇪🍺🥨🏈 Bob Papa and Carl Banks are reporting from Munich, Germany, as the New York Giants prepare to face the Carolina Panthers. They share their experiences in Munich and highlight the impressive turnout of international fans. Carl also discusses the exclusive Starter merchandise available at Giants House and the various events they have been hosting with oth...

Join Bob Papa and Carl Banks as they break down the Giants fourth consecutive loss, which leaves them winless at home this season. After calling the game at the Meadowlands, they analyze the performance from start to finish. Despite an efficient showing by the offense that corrected mistakes, the defense struggled, and the team, as a whole, was out of sync. Bob and Carl discuss how the defense fai...

In the latest episode of Bleav in Giants, hosts Bob Papa and Carl Banks hit on the upcoming rematch between the Giants and the 6-2 Commanders. The Commanders are coming off a dramatic last-second Hail Mary victory led by Jayden Daniels, and their defense has been outstanding, having shut out opponents from the end zone for the last two games. The hosts discuss how Bobby Wagner might be the biggest...

Carl Banks and Bob Papa recap the Giants loss to the Steelers, sharing insights from their experiences calling the game. They analyze the team’s performance, discussing the frustrations expressed by Dexter Lawrence and Brian Burns. Papa and Banks take an honest look at Daniel Jones, highlighting the need for accountability and discipline. They also touch on officiating and offer insights on Deonte...

Carl and Bob preview Monday Night's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Bob starts by sharing an impressive statistic about the Steelers' track record on Monday Night Football. They then address the growing fan chatter surrounding Deonte Banks, discussing why his play is under scrutiny and making the case for why he should remain a starter despite recent criticism. They break down the critical m...

After the tough loss to division rival Eagles, Carl Banks and Bob Papa recorded an episode recapping what they witnessed from the booth at MetLife. They dissect the warning signs they had seen leading up to the game, discussing the unacceptable play on both sides of the ball. Key issues included the defense giving up crucial third-down conversions and the offensive line falling apart without Andre...

Carl Banks and Bob Papa kick off Bleav in Giants with an update on Andrew Thomas and its implications for the offensive line. They also discuss Malik Nabers return following concussion protocol. The conversation shifts to the defense, which has been dealing with some injuries, and the ongoing challenges they've faced each week against various wide receivers. Bob dives into some surprising stats ab...

Matt and Phil Simms break down the Giants recent game against the Bengals. Phil reflects on his 1985 matchup with the Bengals. Together, they analyze the defensive performances of both teams, highlighting key plays and defensive strategies. The Simms duo also takes a closer look at Daniel Jones's performance, examining missed opportunities and areas for improvement. They discuss Joe Burrow's role...

Bob Papa and Carl Banks analyzed the Giants Sunday Night Football loss to the Bengals at MetLife Stadium. They emphasized Daniel Jones's disappointing performance and offered insights on how the team can better cater to his weaknesses. They also highlighted the tremendous performance by the defense in the loss and discussed the Giants tendency to play better on the road than at home. Additionally,...

On Bleav in Bengals, Solomon Wilcots is joined by two-time Super Bowl Champion and host of Bleav in Giants, Carl Banks, for a Sunday Night Game preview of the matchup between the New York Giants and the Cincinnati Bengals. Carl dives into the challenges Joe Burrow presents, emphasizing that Burrow is never truly out of any game. He also breaks down the test the Giants defensive backs will face in...