Mike Francesa reacts the Giants taking care of business against Houston. Mike also talks about the wild Bills-Vikings game, and Josh Allen's turnover problems. Dallas blows a two score lead at Green Bay to give Aaron Rodgers new life. Matt Ryan makes a surprise appearance under center in a Colts victory against Vegas.
Nov 14, 2022•29 min•Ep. 110
Mike Francesa says the Giants' running game will thrash the Texans’ poor rushing defense this weekend. Other key storylines include Geno Smith vs. Tom Brady in Germany, and the Vikings taking on a battered Josh Allen and the Bills. Plus, are you ready for some “bizarro” football between the dysfunctional Colts and the head-scratching Raiders?
Nov 11, 2022•41 min•Ep. 109
Mike Francesa speculates about MLB free agency moves for the Yankees & Mets. And to the relief of Bills fans everywhere, the Josh Allen injury appears to be minor. He also responds to your emails.
Nov 09, 2022•28 min•Ep. 108
Mike Francesa weighs in with his thoughts as a new college basketball season begins. He answers listener emails on the midterm elections, Zack Wilson, Nets drama, and the Yankees' roster. And despite his struggles this season, Mike says that Aaron Rodgers is still easily a first-ballot Hall of Famer.
Nov 08, 2022•33 min•Ep. 107
On this episode, Mike Francesa breaks down another big win for the Jets. He also takes a look around the league on a loaded Sunday of NFL action. Follow Mike Francesa & BetRivers Network on Twitter: 📢 BetRivers Network podcast hub - https://blog.betrivers.com/#mfp 🐣 Mike Francesa (@MikeFrancesa) https://twitter.com/MikeFrancesa 🐣 BetRivers Network (@BRNPodcasts) https://twitter.com/BRNPodcasts 📧 Email your questions to mike at Mikefrancesapodcast@gmail.com On the road? Listen to The Mike...
Nov 07, 2022•29 min•Ep. 106
Join Mike Francesa as he breaks down NFL Week 9 matchups on Francesa Football Friday. The Jets, he says, have no chance against the Bills this Sunday, especially if Zach Wilson doesn't start playing better. Plus, thoughts on the World Series battle between the Astros and Phillies and responses to your emails.
Nov 04, 2022•34 min•Ep. 105
On this episode, Mike Francesa and Brad Thomas break down the races of this weekend's Breeders Cup World Championship. You'll hear predictions and analysis for the biggest races, including the Breeders' Cup Classic, which features $6 million in prize money.
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 104
With World Series Game 3 postponed by rain, Mike digs into his email inbox and responds to your emails. He touches on the evolution of sports betting, Aaron Judge's contact, and much more.
Nov 01, 2022•33 min•Ep. 103
Mike Francesa looks at the two losses for the New York teams and more from around the league.
Oct 30, 2022•24 min•Ep. 102
Join Mike Francesa as he breaks down NFL Week 8 matchups on Francesa Football Friday. Plus, former NFL WR Brandon Stokley joins the show to discuss NFL trends, including the struggles of NFL legends like Tom Brady, Aaron Rodgers, Russell Wilson, and Matt Ryan.
Oct 28, 2022•49 min•Ep. 101
Mike Francesa and Bobby Valentine recap the 2022 MLB Playoffs and preview the World Series between the Phillies and Astros. Can the underdog Phillies really compete with this killer Astros team? Plus, Mike answers your emails -- are Yankees fans really "spoiled"?
Oct 27, 2022•58 min•Ep. 100
Mike Francesa says the Yankees need to "clean house" after getting swept by the Astros. What sort of changes are in store for the Bronx Bombers as the offseason approaches?
Oct 25, 2022•45 min•Ep. 99
Mike Francesa reacts to the Yankees elimination from the ALCS. The Bronx Bombers crashed and burned, but what comes next? The Yankees have been building toward this moment, and they weren't even close to competing with the Astros.
Oct 24, 2022•31 min•Ep. 98
Mike Francesa gives his instant reaction to the big Jets win on the road in Denver. Jets are riding a streak. How long will this one last?
Oct 23, 2022•13 min•Ep. 97
Mike Francesa is back to break down another successful Sunday for the New York Football Giants. The Giants moved to 6-1 on the season after a nerve wracking 23-17 victory over Jacksonville. New York has now won four in a row - how long will this winning streak last?
Oct 23, 2022•18 min•Ep. 96
Mike Francesa warned Yankees fans about the Astros, and they showed up to play. Cristian Javier worked the Yanks, but ultimately, the Yanks worked themselves. This series, the Yankees have struck out on 41.8% of their at-bats and can't hit a little.
Oct 23, 2022•24 min•Ep. 95
Join Mike Francesa as he takes a look at the weekend football slate in Francesa Football Friday. Chiefs go on the road to the 49ers who just picked up Christian McCaffrey. Giants try to defend their record against Jacksonville on the road. Jets have a chance to come away with a big road win in Dever.
Oct 21, 2022•34 min•Ep. 94
Mike Francesa reacts to the Yankees Game 2 ALCS loss in Houston to the Astros. The Mike Judge homer that almost was and the Alex Bregman HR that definitely cashed bookended this clash of the 2022 baseball titans. Back in the Bronx, Yanks need to win early to get back in the series.
Oct 21, 2022•21 min•Ep. 93
Mike Francesa reacts to the ALCS Game 1 where Jameson Taillon gave a solid 5 innings, but the bullpen couldn't keep the ball in the park. The Astros only struck out twice, and the Yankees struck out 17 times. Mike takes a look at some of the positive takeaways from the opening game.
Oct 20, 2022•26 min•Ep. 92
Mike Francesa breaks down Game 5, from Giancarlo Stanton's opening blast to the bullpen's final pitch.
Oct 18, 2022•19 min•Ep. 91
With Game 5 between the Yankees and Guardians postponed until this afternoon, Mike Francesa digs into his email inbox. You'll hear his thoughts on the NY Giants, Dan Snyder, WFAN vs. podcasting, Bob Costas' play-by-play work, and much more.
Oct 18, 2022•35 min•Ep. 90
Mike Francesa breaks down the pivotal Yankees game 4 win against Cleveland that will take the series back to Yankee Stadium. Gerrit Cole pitched through the 7th, and Harrison Bader hit his third HR of the series to send the matchup back to New York.
Oct 17, 2022•16 min•Ep. 89
Mike Francesa breaks down NFL Week 6 action, including the Giants' victory over the Baltimore Ravens -- despite generating little offense. Plus, the Jets handily beat Aaron Rodgers and the Packers. How long can New York teams ride their winning streaks?
Oct 17, 2022•23 min•Ep. 88
Mike Francesa gives his instant reaction to the devastating turn of events for the Yankees in Cleveland. Oscar Gonzalez & the Yankees bullpen continue to be the story of the series.
Oct 16, 2022•24 min•Ep. 87
Mike Francesa looks at the Yankees' ALDS game two extra-innings loss to Cleveland. The Guardians are not afraid to pitch to Judge and head back to Cleveland with a win in hand in the best of three series. The Yankees struck out 15 times to Cleveland's eight.
Oct 14, 2022•27 min•Ep. 86
Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 6 games. The Chiefs and Bills are Mike's top teams so far this season, and they clash in Kansas City this Sunday. Jets fans will be leery of Aaron Rodgers and the Packers, who will be in a foul mood after losing a close game in London last weekend. And the Giants? They have the opportunity to prove they're not early-season flukes -- they'll get a shot at the Ravens on Sunday. Mike also answers your emails!
Oct 14, 2022•36 min•Ep. 85
Mike Francesa welcomes Thursday Night Prime host and former NFL QB Ryan Fitzpatrick to the show. Ryan shares his insights into the NFL season so far and what lies ahead.
Oct 12, 2022•26 min•Ep. 84
Mike Francesa offers his instant reaction to New York's game 1 win against the Guardians and more thoughts on this first round of the Division Series matchups.
Oct 12, 2022•17 min•Ep. 83
Mike Francesa looks ahead to the 5-game series between the New York Yankees & Cleveland Guardians and also reads emails from listeners.
Oct 11, 2022•42 min•Ep. 82
Mike Francesa takes a last look at the Mets season, cut short in the Wild Card round by stout Padre pitching, capped off by Joe Musgrove. What was behind Buck Showalter's inspection request of Musgrove?
Oct 10, 2022•20 min•Ep. 81