Carton and Big Mac react to the devastating news that quarterback Jackson Dart will undergo season-ending surgery for multiple knee injuries. They debate whether Jameis Winston can salvage the season or if the organization should embrace a full tanking strategy for the upcoming draft. The discussion also features a parody song about Joe Schoen and a bizarre story involving an encounter with Albert Pujols.

(00:01:50) Jackson Dart Facing Surgery

(00:05:40) Debating The Tanking Strategy

(00:09:55) Giants Communication Criticized

(00:15:45) Jameis Winston Takes Over

(00:20:35) Joe Schoen Parody Song

(00:26:40) Kaepernick Rumors Dismissed

(00:30:15) Dangerous Studio Social Threats

(00:35:50) Organizational Tanking Debate

(00:42:45) Albert Pujols Urinal Story

(00:47:15) Harbaugh On Playoff Hopes

Craig Carton and Tommy Lugauer react to the news that Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart will undergo season-ending knee surgery. They discuss Jameis Winston taking over the offense, debate the merits of a 'tank-a-thon' for draft picks, and criticize the organization's lack of transparency with its fans.

(00:01:22) Jaxson Dart Season Ending

(00:05:01) Giants Tanking Strategy Discussion

(00:09:22) Support For The Fanbase

(00:14:35) Quarterback Recovery Timelines

(00:18:22) Organizational Secrecy And Reports

(00:11:58) Running Game Effectiveness Concerns

(00:17:25) Determining The Tank Threshold

(00:20:45) Comparing Dart And Burrow

Craig Carton and Big Mac discuss Jameis Winston taking the reins for the New York Giants following a devastating injury to Jaxson Dart. They critique GM Joe Schoen's performance through a parody song, debate the merits of tanking for a top draft pick, and address rumors regarding a potential Colin Kaepernick signing. The conversation also highlights the lack of playoff football at MetLife Stadium and the current dynamic between Jets and Giants fans.

(00:01:20) Peter Joins The Team

(00:04:25) Winston Named Starting Quarterback

(00:08:45) Giants Postseason Outlook

(00:12:35) Comparing Giants And Jets

(00:19:54) Joe Schoen Parody Song

(00:23:03) Colin Kaepernick Rumors Dismissed

(00:26:40) Debate Over Team Tanking

(00:16:45) Andrew Thomas Injury Update

(00:24:30) Jets Fans Classy Behavior

A physical therapist provides insight into Jaxson Dart's knee injury and the recovery timeline for the young quarterback. The conversation explores whether Dart can emulate the career trajectories of Joe Burrow or Matthew Stafford after early-career setbacks. Additional segments cover the New York Yankees' rotation plans and a humorous encounter with Albert Pujols.

(00:01:20) Yankees Playoff Roster Decisions

(00:05:06) Giants Injury Report Update

(00:08:33) Analyzing Jaxson Dart's Knee

(00:12:30) Giants Quarterback Comparison Debate

(00:18:42) Music and Alternative Medicine

(00:21:40) Meeting Albert Pujols

(00:25:05) Storm Impact on Sports

(00:28:10) Mets Hire Andy Green

Craig and Big Mac analyze the confusion surrounding John Harbaugh's updates on Jackson Dart's knee surgery and Jameis Winston's elevation to the starting role. They debate the feasibility of Dart returning for a potential postseason run while critiquing the Giants' transparency regarding the injury's severity. Discussions also include the New York Jets' road game against the Detroit Lions and the curious treatment of rookie Jaden Daniels by his teammates in Washington.

(00:01:25) Jackson Dart's Surgery Update

(00:05:30) Winston Named Starting Quarterback

(00:08:50) Personal Life and Recovery

(00:13:15) Harbaugh's Bizarre Playoff Hope

(00:17:45) Analyzing Harbaugh's Press Conference

(00:27:15) Jets and Lions Outlook

(00:33:40) Jaden Daniels Injury Reaction

(00:41:10) Road Trip Per Diems

The Carton Show discusses the New York Mets' decision to quickly hire Andy Green and shares a story about meeting Albert Pujols in a restroom. He and the callers shift focus to the New York Giants, debating whether Jaxson Dart is a legitimate franchise quarterback. They compare Dart's career trajectory to stars like Joe Burrow and Matthew Stafford.

(00:01:15) Mets Hire Andy Green

(00:02:58) Meeting Albert Pujols

(00:09:24) Yankees Injury Updates

(00:12:44) Jaxson Dart Debate

(00:18:54) Giants Draft Outlook

Craig Carton evaluates how an impending storm will force the New York Giants to rely on their running game against the Tennessee Titans. He also analyzes the MLB Wild Card race and explains why he considers the Toronto Blue Jays to be "frauds" yet again.

(00:01:04) Music And Celebrity Talk

(00:04:22) Dunkin’ Black Card Issues

(00:06:50) New York Cleveland Rivalry

(00:08:40) Weekend Weather Forecast

(00:11:42) Blue Jays Frauds Discussion

Craig Carton and Big Mac react to the official news of Jaxson Dart's multi-ligament knee injury and its impact on the Giants. They also evaluate the New York Yankees' roster moves and pitching rotation following their elimination from the division title race.

(00:01:00) Yankees Division Elimination Reactions

(00:05:04) Giants Practice Injury Report

(00:09:31) Analyzing Jaxson Dart's Injury

(00:13:43) NY's Most Devastating Injuries

The Carton Show evaluates the New York Giants' handling of recent injuries and the resulting misinformation from leadership regarding the severity of those setbacks. The conversation also covers the decade-long playoff drought at MetLife Stadium and whether Jets fans are actually behaving with class toward their rivals.

(00:01:15) Giants Injury News

(00:06:32) MetLife Playoff History

(00:10:16) Jet Fans Showing Class

Craig and Chris McMonigle dismiss rumors regarding Colin Kaepernick joining the Giants while navigating a heated debate with a caller about Joe Burrow's injury history. They also address disturbing social media threats directed at the studio and discuss the philosophical divide between fans and players when it comes to tanking for high draft picks like Jeremiah Smith.

(00:02:14) Giants Quarterback Discussions

(00:06:42) Addressing Studio Threats

(00:10:03) The Philosophy of Tanking