The Mike Francesa Podcast

Saquon Barkley rushed for 118 yards and 3 touchdowns as the Philadelphia Eagles beat their division rivals 55-23 to advance to their second Super Bowl in the last three years. In the AFC, it was another classic duel between Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen with the Chiefs moving on to play for a three-peat. Mike Francesa breaks down the games and gives his picks for what's to come in Super Bowl LIX.

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Mike Francesa previews NFL Championship games on his Football Friday show. He also discusses Aaron Glenn and other NFL coaching topics and reacts to your emails on Pete Alonso, Pete Carroll, Bill Belichick, and more.

Mike Francesa comments on NFL coaching jobs and potential candidates and Aaron Glenn as the Jets' new head coach. He also discusses reacts to your emails on the MLB Hall of Fame, Trump's inauguration, and more.

Although Ohio State let Notre Dame back into the game in the second half, the Buckeyes outmuscled Notre Dame 34-23 to win the National Championship. Mike Francesa gives his post-game reaction to the matchup and the tournament.

The Philadelphia Eagles braved snowy conditions and a late Rams drive from Matthew Stafford to advance to their second NFC Championship Game in three years. In a marquee matchup in the AFC, the Bills picked up a 27-25 win over a mistake-prone Lamar Jackson and the Ravens. Mike Francesa reacts to both Sunday games and previews the favorites out of the final four teams.

The Commanders spoiled Detroit's party on Saturday night and the Chiefs punched their ticket to a seventh straight AFC Championship game. The first day of Divisional Round games is complete and Mike Francesa gives his reaction to both contests.   

Mike Francesa previews the NFL's Divisional Round on his Football Friday show. He breaks down Bills v Ravens, Eagles v Rams, Chiefs v Texans, and Lions v Commanders. Plus, his thoughts on Monday's CFP title game featuring Ohio St. v Notre Dame.

Mike Francesa offers his early take on the NFL Divisional Round, which features numerous marquee matchups. He also reacts to your emails on Mike McCarthy, Tom Brady, March Madness, and more.

The L.A. Rams showed their mettle, while Minnesota showed very little. The Rams rolled through the Vikings offensive line and shut down Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson. Watch Mike Francesa's post-game reaction. The Philadelphia Eagles will have their hands full against this L.A. team.

The Commanders beat the Buccaneers in an epic back-and-forth battle to win their first playoff game in 19 years. The Eagles survived an ugly home game against Green Bay, and the Bills asserted their dominance over the Broncos. Mike Francesa gives his reaction to all three games on Wild Card Sunday and previews the Divisional Round to come.

The Chargers were perplexed by the Texans defense, and Derrick Henry ran right over the Steelers. The first day of Wild Card games is in the book, and Mike Francesa gives his reaction to the day's games.

Mike Francesa reacts following Ohio State's victory over Texas in the CFP semifinals. With Texas threatening to tie the game late, the Buckeyes forced a fumble and returned it for a decisive score.

Mike Francesa previews NFL Wild Card Week on his Football Friday show. Saturday matchups include Chargers vs. Texans and Steelers vs. Ravens. It's Broncos v Bills, Packers v Eagles, and Commanders v Buccaneers on Sunday. Monday night features Vikings vs. Rams. Plus, thoughts on Texas v Ohio St. Friday night. Mike also reacts to your emails.

Mike Francesa reacts following Notre Dame's dramatic 27-24 victory over Penn State. The Fighting Irish now advance to the national title game to face the winner of Texas v Ohio State.

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Mike Francesa previews an enormous week for NFL and college football. He breaks down the NY Jets' rough season and their search for new leadership on and off the field. Plus, he has thoughts on Thunder vs. Cavs and college basketball.

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Mike Francesa weighs in on NFL Black Monday. After an abysmal season, the NY Giants stuck with Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen. And the NY Jets have a long list of head coach candidates to sort through this offseason.

Behind Jahmyr Gibbs' four touchdowns, the Lions grabbed the number-one seed in the NFC and exposed the Vikings in the process. Mike Francesa breaks down the Lions-Vikings game in this special post-game reaction show.

Aaron Rodgers collected his 500th career touchdown past in what could be his last game with the Jets - and possibly his career. Mike Francesa reacts to the Jets-Dolphins and Giants-Eagles games. He also talks about the already moving coaching carousel. Mike gives his initial reaction to the known post-season matchups.

Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 18 on his Football Friday show. The Giants take on the Eagles and the Jets host the Dolphins. He breaks down NFL playoff scenarios and also recaps the College Football Playoff. Plus, reactions to your emails.

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Mike Francesa reacts to a strange and fascinating football day in New York. Drew Lock and the Giants offense exploded for an unexpected win over the Colts, a result that may cost the franchise the No. 1 pick in the NFL Draft. Meanwhile, it was more of the same for Aaron Rodgers and the Jets in a blowout loss at Buffalo. Mike also remembers the life of President Jimmy Carter. 

Mike Francesa discusses NFL Week 17 on his Football Friday show. The Giants will take on a motivated Colts team, while the Jets will battle the Bills, who are already locked into the #2 seed. Plus, reactions to your emails.

Mike Francesa reacts following losses by both the Giants and Jets. The Giants dropped their 10th game in row, this time to the Falcons. And the Jets were haunted again by poor coaching in their loss to the Rams. Mike also remembers MLB legend Rickey Henderson.

Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 16 on his Football Friday show. The Giants will take on the Falcons, and the Jets host the Rams. Plus, thoughts on the College Football Playoff and reactions to your emails.

Mike Francesa breaks down the Yankees' trade for outfield Cody Bellinger, who hopes to start in place of Juan Soto. He also offers the latest NFL playoff possibilities, St. John's hoops, the awful NBA Cup, and more.

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Mike Francesa reacts to Week 15 as the NFL season enters its stretch run. He also looks at the college football playoffs and answers listener emails on Bill Belichick and the drones overhead.

Mike Francesa offers his instant reaction to the Jets' narrow victory over the lowly Jaguars. Meanwhile, the Giants were pounded by the Ravens, 35-14.

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Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 15 on his Football Friday show. The Baltimore Ravens should help the Giants get the edge for the #1 draft pick while the Jets travel to Jacksonville for a winnable game. Plus, a look at other Week 15 matchups and thoughts on Bill Belichick becoming head coach at North Carolina. Mike also reacts to your emails.

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Mike Francesa discusses the aftershocks of the Mets' huge contract with Juan Soto. Did the Yankees overreact to this situation by signing pitcher Max Fried to a massive contract of their own? Plus, email reactions on Jared Goff, an NFL draft lottery, Dick Allen and Dave Parker, and more.

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According to reports, Juan Soto and the Mets have agreed to a mega deal to bring the star to Queens. Mike Francesa gives his instant reaction to the report.

Mike Francesa reacts following the Jets' and Giants' close losses Sunday. Poor coaching killed the Jets' chances. As for the Giants, well, they stink. Plus, thoughts on the College Football Playoff bracket.

Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 14 on his Football Friday show, including the Jets vs. Dolphins and Giants vs. Saints. He also reacts to audience emails on Brian Daboll and Bill Belichick and that hit on Trevor Lawrence.

Mike Francesa explores the MLB free agency buzz around Juan Soto, NFL playoff scenarios, and college football championship predictions. He critiques the controversial "golden bat" proposal and discusses NBA trades and college basketball matchups.

Seattle tried many ways to lose the game to the Jets, but despite their best efforts, they came away with a 26-21 victory in New York. Mike Francesa reacts to the game that featured two Seahawks fumbles on kickoff returns, a Jets kickoff return touchdown and Seattle being stopped six times from scoring from within the five yard line.

Mike Francesa recaps Thanksgiving NFL games, criticizing the Giants for their poor performance and predicting they may secure the first draft pick. He also discusses the Lions' missed statement opportunity against the Bears and warns against underestimating the Chiefs.

Mike Francesa analyzes each NFL Week 13 matchup, including the Thanksgiving Day showdown between the Giants and Cowboys. Can Drew Lock capitalize on his first start of the season?

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Mike Francesa recaps the Giants' terrible weekend and discusses action from around the NFL. The Giants are in disarray -- is Brian Daboll on the hot seat yet? Plus, thoughts on the Jets and reactions to your emails.

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The Giants defense gave up almost 300 yards in the air to Baker Mayfield, and the Tampa Bay Bucs scored 30 unanswered points in a laugher at Met Life Stadium. Mike Francesa gives his instant reaction to the quickly sinking Giants.

Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 12 on his Football Friday show. He breaks down every game this weekend, including Giants v Buccaneers, which will see Tommy DeVito under center for New York in place of Daniel Jones.

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The Jets have dismissed GM Joe Douglass after a 3-8 start to the NFL season. Mike Francesa reacts to the breaking news.

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Mike Francesa offers his thoughts on the Giants QB situation as Daniel Jones is benched and fan favorite Tommy DeVito takes over under center. Plus, more thought on the Jets' disaster and reactions to your emails.

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Mike Francesa reacts following the Jets' last-minute loss to the Colts at home. The Jets fall to 3-8 on the season, and their on-field personnel and coaching are in question.

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Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 11 on his Football Friday show, including Jets v Colts. You'll also hear his thoughts on where Bill Belichick and Jon Gruden might land. Plus, email reactions on Wembt, St. John's, Daniel Jones, and Juan Soto.

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Mike weighs in on the Knicks and the NBA Cup, the Giants mess, and the wreckage that is the Jets. Plus, email reactions on the Yanks, Joe Douglas, and Sam Darnold.

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It's just one debacle after another for the New York Jets and Aaron Rodgers this season. Mike Francesa reacts following a 31-6 blowout in Phoenix.

The Giants struggled against Carolina in Munich, but still found a way to take the game to overtime .... where they promptly fumbled and gave the game away. Mike Francesa gives his reaction to the Giants losing 20-17 in OT against the Carolina Panthers. Mike says the Daniel Jones era in New York is coming to a close.

Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 10 storylines on his Football Friday show. You'll hear his breakdown of every game, including Giants v Panthers and Jets v Cardinals. Plus, email reactions on Daniel Jones, Juan Soto, Aaron Rodgers, and more.

Mike talks NFL storylines, the future of Juan Soto, and the Presidential Election results. He also takes emails on Pete Alonso and the Knicks.

In a wet Monday night matchup, Kansas City went to overtime to stay undefeated in this NFL campaign with a 30-24 victory. Mike Francesa looks at the new Mahomes-Hopkins combo and what trades may be looming for Tuesday's NFL trade deadline.

Questionable coaching again stole the show as the Giants fell to the Commanders in Week 9. Mike Francesa says this New York team can't get out of its own way.

Mike Francesa previews NFL Week 9 storylines on his Football Friday show. You'll hear his breakdown of every game, including the Giants' matchup against the Commanders. He also responds to your emails.