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 directly to Harbaugh, and the aggressive “push-your-chips-in” free-agency philosophy they expect the Giants to take around their young core of Jaxson Dart, Malik Nabers, Andrew Thomas, and Dexter Lawrence. From potential offensive-line overhauls (Tyler Linderbaum, Wyatt Teller, Joel Bitonio, AVT) to wide-receiver and linebacker targets, plus every scheme-fit connection under the new regime, this is the ultimate roadmap for how the Giants plan to load up and compete in 2026.

Timestamps:

00:00:08 Welcome & studio tour

00:01:45 Full coaching staff breakdown & veteran-experience theme

00:05:43 Philosophical approach to free agency & roster building

00:09:36 Dawn Aponte front-office role & Harbaugh power structure

00:16:41 “Fill the starting 22 before the draft” strategy

00:23:28 Offensive line deep dive – Linderbaum, Teller, Bitonio, AVT, etc.

00:58:08 Wide receiver & running back targets

01:08:39 Tight end options01:13:49 Linebacker & defensive line targets

01:30:28 Cornerback & safety free agents

01:45:36 Final thoughts & 2026 “all-in” outlook

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 duo dissects breaking news on Eagles' O-line guru Jeff Stoutland potentially shaking free, debating his transformative impact on the Giants' trenches and run game. They also analyze scheme pros and cons, player fits like Wan'Dale Robinson and Malik Nabers, offseason targets, and front office hires, all while blending humor, fan apologies, and bold predictions for a revamped Giants squad aiming for playoff contention.

00:00:18 Stoutland Eagles news

00:01:41 Nagy as OC announcement

00:08:01 Nagy's offense scheme

00:15:52 West Coast for Dart

00:21:42 Run game and Roman

00:35:14 Stoutland situation dive

00:53:21 Stoutland development

01:03:17 Front office hire

01:09:41 Nagy's player fits

01:16:42 O-line rebuild strategies

01:23:55 Draft prospects discussion

01:30:12 Tee Martin as QB coach

01:33:55 Closing thoughts

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Episode 93

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 CEO mindset, demanding practices, and in-game tactics, and scout top coordinator prospects including Todd Monken for offense and defensive standouts Jim Leonhard, Daronte Jones, and Anthony Weaver. Packed with schematic breakdowns, roster evaluations, and Harbaugh's draft patterns from Baltimore, this episode buzzes with hope for the Giants' revival into a powerhouse.00:02:25 Assessment of contract holdups and organizational control00:07:18 Beyond Schoen: Family involvement in decisions00:10:03 Chris Mara's heroic role in the hiring process00:13:30 What Harbaugh brings: Organizational change and coaching style00:21:04 Breaking news: Kevin Abrams fired00:25:09 Game-day management pros and cons00:32:40 Offensive coordinator preview: Todd Monken00:45:30 Jim Leonhard breakdown00:51:18 Daronte Jones breakdown01:02:43 Anthony Weaver breakdown01:05:24 Personnel fits for defensive schemes01:15:03 College football national title shoutout01:17:52 Closing and subscribe reminderPlease Like and Subscribe!Follow Us:@HesAGiantPod@montecri5to@queens_guy

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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 stacks up against other hot names like Kevin Stefanski, Klint Kubiak, and defensive minds such as Robert Saleh, Vance Joseph, Jeff Hafley, and Chris Shula. Amid speculation on GM Joe Schoen's future and the Giants' roster potential, the discussion explores whether Harbaugh could restore consistency and elevate the team, while touching on college football semifinals as we closeout.

• 0:00 - Intro and Giants' recent woes recap
• 4:30 - Coaching carousel overview and Stefanski's dinner with Schoen
• 7:45 - John Harbaugh's Ravens exit and speculation
• 12:00 - Harbaugh's potential impact on Giants' organization
• 18:20 - Front office changes and Ravens tree executives
• 25:10 - Harbaugh as a coach: Record, strengths, and criticisms
• 32:40 - Coordinator hires and staff assembly under Harbaugh
• 40:15 - Joe Schoen's fate if Harbaugh is hired
• 46:50 - Competing job openings and Giants' appeal
• 53:30 - Other candidates: Kevin Stefanski deep dive
• 1:00:45 - Klint Kubiak as offensive innovator
• 1:07:20 - Defensive candidates: Jeff Hafley, Robert Saleh, Vance Joseph
• 1:22:10 - Closing thoughts and college football predictions

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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 Steve Tisch, and speculation about a future sale to billionaire Julia Koch. The conversation critiques nepotism, past hires like Dave Gettleman, and Schoen's character flaws, while exploring coaching candidates and the need for structural changes to avoid further decline, ending with college football playoff predictions.00:00:08 Intro and frustration with Giants' failures00:02:12 Reports on Schoen staying as GM00:07:04 Mara's health affecting decisions00:20:13 Ownership succession and Chris Mara's role00:39:25 Nepotism critique and Chris Mara's influence00:47:43 Potential Giants sale to Julia Koch01:09:35 Mets analogy and ownership change theory01:15:16 If Schoen stays, new coach's impact01:37:09 Thoughts on ownership change and fan pushback01:41:26 College football playoff predictionsPlease Rate and Subscribe!Follow Us:@HesAGiantPod@montecri5to@queens_guyNepotism and the Fall of the New York Giants Part 1:https://youtube.com/live/3ik4kTbxL7gArticles:Dan Dugganhttps://www.nytimes.com/athletic/3071072/2022/01/18/this-place-is-f-messed-up-from-model-franchise-to-dysfunction-giants-issues-permeate-mara-family-business/Tyler DunnePart 1https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-autopsy-part-i-how-it-all-gotPart 2https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-autopsy-part-ii-bad-turns-toPart 3https://www.golongtd.com/p/the-autopsy-part-iii-will-john-mara

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 their skills and potential fits alongside Dexter Lawrence. Plus, previews of upcoming college playoff games and a teaser on the weak QB class. Go Giants—go tank!2:30 Giants Talk Begins10:25 A'Mauri Washington (Freak List), Oregon20:48 Kayden McDonald, Ohio32:03 Peter Woods, Clemson42:32 Christen Miller, Georgia51:01 Lee Hunter, Texas TechPlease Rate and Subscribe!Follow Us:@HesAGiantPod@montecri5to@queens_guy