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UFC Featherweight Aaron Pico joins Hoff to discuss his UFC 333 fight.

Featherweight Movsar Evloev joins Hoff to talk about his upcoming title fight against Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 333.

Merab Dvalishvili joins Hoff to talk about his trilogy fight against Petr Yan at UFC 333.

Craig Carton calls out Giant fans for being thin-skinned regarding his criticism of the team's quarterback situation. He and Big Mac debate whether starting J.J. McCarthy is a desperate move or a necessary step toward winning a weak division. They set specific statistical expectations for the rookie while labeling the upcoming game against the Texans as unwinnable.

(00:01:33) Soft Giant Fans

(00:04:52) McCarthy Hype Debate

(00:08:19) McCarthy's Performance Bar

(00:14:07) Unwinnable Giants Game

John Harbaugh is rolling the dice on J.J. McCarthy, and the first-place Giants are putting their division lead on the line! Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber originally preferred Jameis Winston, but both admit McCarthy brings an exciting unknown to an offense desperately searching for answers. Can his mobility revive one of the NFL's worst rushing attacks, or is Harbaugh taking an unnecessary risk with a team trying to win now?

Today starts with the news that the Giants are going to start JJ McCarthy this week and moving forward.

Craig slams the New York Giants for naming J.J. McCarthy the starting quarterback, labeling the move a 'desperate train wreck.' He and Big Mac analyze the decision to bench Jameis Winston right before a difficult matchup against the Houston Texans. They also reflect on the Knicks' opening night banner ceremony and loss.

(00:01:02) Craig's Tardy Arrival

(00:01:33) Giants Name McCarthy Starter

(00:04:52) Knicks Banner Ceremony Reaction

(00:07:06) McCarthy vs Winston Debate

(00:15:21) Caller Defends McCarthy

Big Mac reacts to the New York Yankees press conference where Hal Steinbrenner announced the return of Brian Cashman and Aaron Boone. He criticizes Steinbrenner for pinning the team's postseason failures entirely on the players while shielding management from any accountability.

(00:01:00) Opening And Knicks Recap

(00:01:46) Yankees Retain Brian Cashman

(00:03:40) Steinbrenner Blames Yankees Players

(00:07:16) Management Accountability Discussion

(00:18:46) J.J. McCarthy And Giants

Aaron Boone faces a brutal line of questioning about the Yankees' continued postseason failures, and even he admits he hasn't proven himself at the highest level. After another October disappointment, Boone is challenged on why his teams consistently struggle against elite competition and whether he's capable of finally delivering a championship. His response? The Yankees still have to prove they can get over the hump.

Boone also pushes back against Anthony Rizzo's criticism of the organization's repeated failures, defends his leadership style and refusal to publicly embarrass players, and addresses the Yankees' offensive struggles. Plus, why he believes the Brewers and Rays have an athleticism advantage, whether the hitting staff needs changes, and how the Yankees plan to avoid another disappointing October in 2027.

Hal Steinbrenner is putting the blame squarely on the Yankees' players after another October disappointment, while Brian Cashman gets an extension and Aaron Boone appears safe. Despite spending more than $300 million on payroll, the Yankees still haven't delivered another championship, and Steinbrenner faces tough questions about why the same leadership continues to get opportunities. Is ownership holding the wrong people accountable?