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Big Blue Kickoff Live | New York Giants

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Daily podcast featuring New York Giants chat, breaking news, analysis, and fan calls throughout the season and offseason. Listen at Giants.com, the Official Giants App, Apple Podcasts and your favorite podcast service.

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Latest Episodes

Paul Dottino and Marc Malusis discuss the greatest Giants to never win a Super Bowl, talk about the Giants wide receivers, and take calls from fans.

00:00 - Greatest Giants to not win a Super Bowl

18:00 - Defensive players

30:00 - Wide receiver... more

Lance Medow and Paul Dottino discuss the wide receiver room, talk about the team philosophies, and take calls from fans.

00:00 - Presser reactions15:00 - OTA wrap up25:00 - Team philosophy 32:00 - Calls40:00 The running back room

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Paul Dottino and Matt Citak rank position groups in the NFC East, discuss yesterday’s pressers, and take calls from fans.

00:00 - Yesterday’s presser reactions19:45 - Calls25:25 - More on yesterday’s pressers38:15 - NFC East positional rankings49:00... more

John Schmeelk and Marc Malusis rank position groups in the NFC East, discuss the roster, and take calls from fans.

00:00 - NFC East Offensive Rankings21:15 - NFC East Defensive Rankings33:15 - NFC East Special Teams and Staff Rankings46:55 - Calls52... more

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Recent Guests

Arvel Reese
New Giants linebacker/edge, fifth overall pick in 2026
New York Giants
Episode: Giants 2026 WFAN Draft Recap Special
CC Maui Noah
Offensive lineman from Miami, tenth overall pick in 2026
New York Giants
Episode: Giants 2026 WFAN Draft Recap Special
Shaun O'Hara
Former Giants offensive lineman
Former Giants player / analyst
Episode: Giants 2026 Draft Reaction Show | Day Two
Bob Poppa
Voice of the Giants
New York Giants (radio voice)
Episode: Giants 2026 Draft Reaction Show
Tony Pauline
Co-host on Essentially Sports draft coverage
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Episode: 2026 WFAN Draft Preview Show
Brian Jensen
Play-by-play announcer for Texas Tech Red Raiders
Texas Tech University
Episode: Big Blue Kickoff Live I April 10, 2026
Zach Osterman
Reporter covering the Indiana Hoosiers for the Indianapolis Star
Indianapolis Star
Episode: Big Blue Kickoff Live I April 9, 2026
Jason Swain
Sports Animal 99.1 Knoxville contributor covering Tennessee Volunteers
Sports Radio / Tennessee coverage
Episode: Big Blue Kickoff Live I April 8, 2026
Ryan C. Fowler
Host on The Tide 100.9 FM in Tuscaloosa
The Tide 100.9 FM
Episode: Big Blue Kickoff Live | April 6, 2026

Hosts

Paul Dottino
Host of Big Blue Kickoff Live, frequently appears as a main host and analyst.
Matt Citak
Co-host and primary on-air talent, often leads program introductions and caller segments.
John Schmeelk
Host with strong on-air presence; provides deep analysis and debate with other hosts.
Marc Malusis
Co-host bringing a complementary perspective and fan interaction.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 693 ratings
  • Five stars

    Great show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CoachM58
    United States24 days ago
  • Best Giants content around!

    Love this show, I listen daily, and have been for about 15 years. Helps me through the boredom at work and working out. By far the best show around, no other show comes close. Very knowledgeable, each and every host knows their stuff. Super entertaining, even during down portions of the football season. I’m amazed how they never take days off, it’s literally year round. Highly recommend!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gmen4realz
    United States25 days ago
  • Hypocrite but good show

    I called last year during draft season and John jumped down my throat because I wanted them to target OL in the second round and he kept saying “ you don’t draft positions you draft players” like I’m some kind of dummy . And all this year all I hear him talk about is what position they want to target and they need to stay away from running back even though love is the BEST PLAYER . I won’t call anymore because he always tries to sound like the smartest dude in the room and it’s just annoying . O... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    CoachM56
    United States2 months ago
  • Ramblin man

    Matt and lance need to learn how to pronounce words and names with the letter T! Matt - it’s not greg van RODEN . Hurts my ears over and over . Lance - it’s not moving MOUDIANS , or Darius SLAYDON . Come on guys . This show has hosts with the most annoying voices

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    CoachM56
    United States3 months ago
  • Let’s go Giants

    Matt C has a pauses and stops while talking and it’s starting to wear on my lol. Once you notice it’s all over. You can’t un notice.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    sims2bavarotd
    United States3 months ago

Listeners Say

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Audience values the show's consistency and fan interaction, even when opinions differ on player evaluations.
Giants fans love the deep-dive roster and draft talk, with strong appreciation for host banter.
Hosts' in-depth knowledge stands out, though some callers wish for shorter takes and more concise analysis.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#46
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Apple Podcasts
#145
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Big Blue Kickoff Live 5/18 | What to Watch in OTA’s
Q: What does the nickel defense look like and who will line up in the slot?
The hosts discuss potential configurations, including whether the slot will be a corner or a hybrid safety and how many safeties will be on the field, which will shape defensive schemes.
Big Blue Kickoff Live 4/22 I Closing in on Round One
Q: If Arville Reese drops to five, would Caleb Downs be a better pick over him and why?
Downs is a strong option with high floor and versatility, but Reese could offer more dynamic scheme fit as an off-ball linebacker who can blitz and play multiple spots; the hosts see Reese as a value option but acknowledge Downs' elite defensive pedigree, making it a tough decision.
Giants 2026 WFAN Draft Recap Special
Q: What was your 20,000-foot view of the Giants' draft and how the picks fit the roster needs?
The Giants hit on top players, notably Reese at five and Maui Noah at ten, with a clear strategy to add versatile, high-ceiling players who can adapt to multiple roles and schemes, especially on defense and the offensive line.
Big Blue Kickoff Live I April 14, 2026
Q: Which player would you take with the fifth overall pick if you could only pick one from the top prospects discussed?
The consensus among the hosts leaned toward selecting Sonny Styles as the top overall option among the discussed candidates because of his ceiling as a versatile linebacker/defender, with caveats about the value difference if the top guard or defensive tackle fits the board better; the decision would heavily depend on the other top options and board dynamics.
Big Blue Kickoff Live I April 8, 2026
Q: Which players are the Giants likely to target at five—that would maximize long-term impact?
The callers and hosts discuss a cluster of top players (Stiles, Downs, Maui Noah, Reese, Bailey, Fano) and acknowledge that several options could provide elite value, with emphasis on position versatility and future readiness rather than immediate need.

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2. CC Maui Noah
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4. Bob Poppa
5. Tony Pauline
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7. Zach Osterman
8. Jason Swain

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