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Checkdown Charlies Football PodcastNY Giants - Ep 20: State of the FranchiseIn the final installment of our History of the New York Giants series, the guys do a deep dive on the state of the Giants franchise as of the end of the 2020 season.
Theo and Eric cover Joe Judge's first season in charge of the G-Men, from firing coaches to benching stars, they take you through the highs and lows for the Giants. Where should the Giants focus in Free Agency and the Draft? Tune in to find out more!
2021-06-0858 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 19: Fireworks, Boat Trips and Bad HaircutsOn this week's episode, the guys take you through the end of the 2010s. How did 4th of July and New Year's Eve celebrations lead the Giants to their decline? Listen in to find out more!
2021-06-0129 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 18: Tom Coughlin & Odell's Rise to FameOn this episode, the guys go into Tom Coughlin's career; from QB coach at BC to 2-time Super Bowl Champion. Did his tough, disciplinary style translate to the modern NFL? Also, the guys discuss "The Catch" - the viral moment that propelled Odell Beckham Jr. to stardom.
2021-05-2520 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 17: Super Bowl XLVIOn this week's episode, the guys review the Giants attempt to re-tool the roster amid some key free agent departures and the arrival of another Giants play-maker in Victor Cruz. Could he be the difference maker for the Big Blue's quest for Super Bowl Glory?
2021-05-1819 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 16: The Giants Shoot Themselves in the LegOn this episode, we deal with the aftermath of Super Bowl victory, highlighting one of the best Giants squads in recent memory. Theo and Eric explore just how two fateful moments affected the Giants' fortunes for years to come.
2021-05-1123 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 15: The Greatest Upset of All TimeOn this week's episode, Theo and Eric take you through the journey of the 2007-2008 Giants: From questionable upside to Super Bowl XLII. Don't miss our coverage of the Greatest Upset in Sports History!
2021-05-0422 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 14: Tiki Torches the G-MenThe guys explore Tom Coughlin's first few years in charge of the Giants. Theo and Eric touch on Tiki's turbulent time as a team-mate in the midst of his undoubtedly impressive playing career. Tune in to find out more!
2021-04-2720 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 13: The Trade (Part II)On this week's episode, Theo and Eric take you behind the scenes of one of the most iconic trades in recent NFL history. Find out how a Super-Agent and "The Shadow" shaped the NFL landscape for years to come.
2021-04-2045 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 12: The Trade (Part I)On this week's episode, Theo and Eric explore the dynamics of the Giants front office through the paradigm shift of Free Agency and the Salary Cap. Tom Coughlin and the Giants brass hope that a trade will be the catalyst for their future success.
2021-04-1319 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 11: Michael StrahanThis week's episode is dedicated to Giants legend: Michael Strahan. See how he transformed his Hall of Fame Career into an illustrious career in the media. In the immortal words of Wellington Mara: "Once a Giant, always a Giant".
2021-04-0614 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 10: The Jim Fassel EraOn this week's episode, the guys discuss the Giants of the late 90s as they round into form to start the new millennium. Can Jim Fassel bring a young and hungry team to glory?
2021-03-3026 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 9: 90s Coaching CarouselOn this week's episode, the guys discuss the Giants' succession plan for Bill Parcells. How would they be able to replicate their recent success? How would the hiring process create a ripple effect that is still being felt in the NFL to this day? Listen in to find out more!
2021-03-2328 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 8: Bill ParcellsThis week's episode takes a look at one of the best and most decorated coaches in NFL History: Bill Parcells. The guys discuss his legendary career; from how he got his start, to becoming a fixture in Giants lore, all the way to his career after coaching.
2021-03-1623 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 7: Super Bowl XXVAfter riding high following victory in 1986, Big Blue tries to replicate their success. Eric and Theo dive deep into the 1990 season, the Giants' trials and tribulations, and what made this such a special season for the G-Men
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2021-03-0924 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 6: Super Bowl XXIOn this week's episode, Theo and Eric discuss the events of the 1986 season, how Bill Parcells' style lead to juggernaut on both sides of the ball, and the players who made it all happen.
2021-03-0229 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 5: Parcells Makes His MarkOn this week's episode, Theo and Eric discuss Bill Parcells' transition as Head Coach of the Giants going into the mid-80s and the effect it had on both sides of the ball.
The guys also discuss one of the greatest players in NFL history: Lawrence Taylor. Join us to find out how one player could not only have a massive impact on his team, but on the entire league and the game of Football as we know it.
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2021-02-2327 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 4: Miracle at the MeadowlandsOn this week's episode, the guys go over the Miracle at the Meadowlands and the shock-wave that sent throughout the Giants' organization and the NFL at large.
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2021-02-1626 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 3: Moving to the MeadowlandsThis week's episode covers the Giants move to the Meadowlands Stadium, The Giants establishing themselves as a team in New York and the ensuing drama that unfolds.
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2021-02-0929 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 2: The Stars of the 50sIn this episode, Theo and Eric talk about the Giants transformation into a championship team in the 1950s, and how players and coaches on the Giants staff helped to shape the future of the game.
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2021-02-0924 minCheckdown Charlies Football PodcastHistory of the New York Giants - Episode 1: The Sneakers GameWelcome to the Checkdown Charlies Football Podcast. This is the beginning of our series on the History of the New York Giants.
In this series, Theo and Eric delve into the pivotal moments in the history of the New York Football Giants.
Episode 1 details the start of the franchise through to their first championship victory in the famous Sneakers Game
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