He's a Giant

Monte and Sal return for the fourth season of He's a Giant Pod, celebrating the New York Knicks' championship run and drawing parallels to building a winning culture for the Giants under new head coach John Harbaugh. They discuss training camp expectations, position battles, defensive competition, and breakout potential for players like Cam Skattebo and Tyler Nubin before diving into detai...

Monte and Sal dive into the latest Giants sound bites from OTAAs, praising Kavon Thibodeaux’s professionalism and motivation in his contract year while breaking down how the new defense under John Harbaugh and Dennard Wilson will deploy him alongside the revamped linebacker group. They then preview the full 2025 schedule in quarters, delivering win predictions for every stretch of games and sharin...

Monte and Sal kick off with a heartfelt apology to the Polynesian community before breaking down the latest on Malik Nabers’ recent knee cleanup surgery and the leaked 2025 schedule featuring the Giants versus the Cowboys on Sunday Night Football in Week 1. They debate chasing Stefan Diggs or Keenan Allen in free agency, then deliver a full 2025 NFL Draft review covering standout picks, biggest re...

Monte and Sal break down the origins and story behind #FatBoySummer before diving deep into the New York Giants’ evolving depth chart. They react to the DJ Reader signing and other defensive line additions after the Dexter Lawrence trade, then analyze every position group on offense and defense while sharing their projections for player roles, coaching impact, and the team’s outlook under the new...

Monte and Sal recap the New York Giants’ 2026 NFL Draft with honest grades on every pick, react to the free agent additions of Shelby Harris and Leki Fotu, break down the ongoing pursuit of DJ Reader, deliver a fiery rant on GM Joe Shane, and analyze the team’s new defensive vision built around a stacked linebacker corps and improved trenches. 00:00:00 - Welcome And Draft Talk 00:01:30 - Free Agen...

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Monte and Sal break down the Dexter Lawrence contract impasse and trade rumors, questioning the Giants' penny pinching despite his elite impact, while debating void years, leverage, and why trading him would be a massive mistake. They then outline day three draft strategy, emphasizing value from athletic freaks, injured or character flagged prospects, and collegiate tackles who project as guar...

Monte and Sal are joined by KSIXI for their annual big board reveal as the trio stacks the top 100 prospects in the 2026 NFL Draft, debating blue chip talent at the top while breaking down day one and day two fits for the New York Giants including Caleb Downs, Sonny Styles, Arvell Reese, Vega Iaone, Ruben Bain, and several offensive linemen and edge rushers in a deep class that rewards scheme spec...

Monte and Sal break down the latest New York Giants draft chatter following the NFL owners meetings, with John Harbaugh stressing size, length, and run-stopping personnel built around pieces like Isaiah Likely. The co-hosts analyze five key day-one or borderline day-one prospects the Giants could target with the fifth overall pick or in a trade-down scenario, including Georgia offensive tackle Mon...

Monte and Sal celebrate the 100th episode with a special thank-you to listeners, reflecting on the show's origins three years ago during the 2023 draft cycle amid debates over the quarterback extension and running back decisions. They discuss key lessons from prospect evaluations across every position group, highlighting what they've gotten right, where they've missed, and how their pr...

Monte and Sal break down the Giants’ measured free agency period, highlighting short-term veteran additions and re-signings that emphasize value and scheme fit while maintaining cap flexibility under the rookie quarterback contract. They evaluate the team’s conservative approach to roster building, the glaring needs along both interior lines, and the long-term vision for a physical, run-heavy iden...

Three days into NFL free agency, Monte and Sal unpack the Giants' early moves—re-signing Jermaine Eluemunor, adding Isaiah Likely, Pat Ricard, Adarius Washington, and Greg Newsome, while bringing back Evan Neal on a prove-it deal and losing Wan'Dale Robinson and Cor'Dale Flott. They discuss the team's apparent cap restraint, the vision for a more physical run-heavy offense and defe...

On the eve of the NFL's legal tampering period, Monte and Sal break down what the New York Giants could do as free agency begins. Monte returns from Mexico sporting a visible injury (and plenty of cartel jokes), while the duo analyzes the team's key pending free agents—Jermaine Eluemunor, Cor'Dale Flott, and Wan'Dale Robinson—predicting which will return and which are likely gone....

oin Monte and Sal on He's a Giant for the ultimate NFL Combine preview as draft season officially begins! The hosts break down the latest Giants free-agency rumors and strategy, including Wand'ale Robinson’s looming payday, Cor'dale Flott’s emerging market, Jermaine Eluemunor’s shifting value, and how Joe Schoen and new head coach John Harbaugh should aggressively rebuild around young...

Welcome back to He's a Giant, where Monte and Sal break down the dawn of the John Harbaugh era for the New York Giants. In this slightly earlier-than-usual episode, the guys dissect the brand-new coaching staff stacked with veteran experience (Matt Nagy, Denard Wilson, Brian Callahan, Greg Roman, Mike Bloomgren & more), the fascinating front-office power shift with Dawn Aponte reporting di...

Episode 94:Join Monte and Sal for a deep dive into the whirlwind of New York Giants coaching changes and strategic insights. In this episode, they break down the surprise hiring of Matt Nagy as offensive coordinator, exploring his Andy Reid-inspired West Coast offense, its fit with quarterback Jackson Dart, and potential staff additions like rising star Grant Newsome and veteran Juan Castillo. The...

In this episode of He's a Giant, hosts Monte and Sal discuss the New York Giants' coaching hires, praising new defensive coordinator Dennard Wilson for his aggressive scheme while mourning missed targets like Jim Leonhard and Todd Monken. They break down Wilson's philosophy, personnel needs, and fit, then evaluate offensive coordinator candidates such as Davis Webb, Kliff Kingsbury, Ch...

Dive into the thrilling kickoff of the John Harbaugh era on He's a Giant, as hosts Monte and Sal unpack the New York Giants' game-changing hire of the ex-Ravens coach, delving into the tense contract saga, Harbaugh's sweeping authority over operations, and seismic shifts like axing exec Kevin Abrams. They laud Chris Mara's crucial involvement in the deal, break down Harbaugh's...

Monte and Sal delve into the exhaustive "Harbaugh watch" surrounding the New York Giants' pursuit of John Harbaugh as their next head coach, sharing rumors of potential agreements, fan disappointments, and contingency plans including candidates like Kevin Stefanski, Jesse Minter, and Robert Saleh. They transition into a comprehensive review of top quarterback prospects for the 2026 N...

In this emergency episode of He's a Giant, Monte and Sal dive into the seismic shift in the NFL coaching landscape as John Harbaugh parts ways with the Baltimore Ravens, positioning him as a prime candidate to transform the New York Giants' struggling organization. They break down Harbaugh's storied tenure, his potential to overhaul the front office with Ravens alumni, and how he stack...

This episode of He's a Giant, Monte and Sal delve into the ongoing dysfunction of the New York Giants, expressing frustration and apathy among fans due to repeated mistakes in management and ownership. They discuss reports suggesting GM Joe Schoen may return despite poor performance, the impact of John Mara's health on decision-making, potential succession battles involving Chris Mara and...

Join Monte and Sal as they dive into the New York Giants' dismal season, including their eighth straight loss, coaching drama, and the battle for the No. 1 draft pick. The duo breaks down top defensive tackle prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft, including Amari Washington (Oregon), Kaden McDonald (Ohio State), Peter Woods (Clemson), Christian Miller (Georgia), and Lee Hunter (Texas Tech), grading...

In this episode of He's a Giant, Monte and Sal tackle Giants ownership drama amid John Mara's health woes, front-office intrigue the Koch's, and coaching buzz around Marcus Freeman. They also scout 5 day-two WR prospects to pair with Malik Nabers and Jaxson Dart. 00:31:43 KC Concepcion (Texas A&M)00:40:07 Elijah Sarratt (Indiana)00:50:31 Ja'Kobi Lane (USC)01:05:21 Chris Brazzel...

In this episode of He's a Giant, hosts Monte and Sal discuss the fallout from Brian Daboll's firing, Mike Kafka's interim role, Joe Schoen's uncertain future, and potential head coaching candidates like Mike McCarthy, Chris Shula, and Jeff Hafley. They then dive into a deep scouting breakdown of five top wide receiver prospects for the 2026 NFL Draft, evaluating their strengths, we...

In this episode of He's a Giant, hosts Monte and Sal dive into the New York Giants' dismal 2-7 season, highlighting Jackson Dart's stellar QB play amid a collapsing defense and lackluster coaching. They discuss the quiet trade deadline, speculate on potential firings of HC Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen, and explore ownership challenges, including John Mara's health and financial c...