Giant Mess

The Giants just suffered one of the most brutal collapses in franchise history — giving up 33 points in the 4th quarter to lose 33-32 to the Denver Broncos. Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch break down every maddening detail: the defensive meltdown, kicker chaos, questionable coaching, and what this loss says about Brian Daboll, Shane Bowen, and the Giants' future. Plus, Neal previews the Week 8 matchup against the Eagles in Phill...

BONUS SEGMENT – In this heartfelt tribute, we remember Mets legend Davey Johnson, who passed away at 82. The franchise's all-time winningest manager who led the team to a 1986 World Series victory and six playoff-worthy seasons, Davey’s impact stretched beyond stats. From Darryl Strawberry and Doc Gooden to the bitter feud with GM Frank Cashen, we break down the rise, dominance, and fall of a dynasty derailed too soon.

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The Saquon Barkley documentary dropped on Prime Video — the same day the Giants faced the Eagles in Week 6 — and it’s a rollercoaster. As a die-hard Giants fan, I break down the real story behind Saquon's exit, the front office dysfunction, the fallout with Giants General Manager Joe Schoen and owner John Mara, and whether the Giants ever had a shot at keeping him.

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Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch breaks down the New York Mets' frustrating 2025 season — a $300M disaster that missed the playoffs. We dig into player grades, franchise rankings, individual stats, offensive and defensive failures, and pitching breakdowns. Plus: the big offseason questions, the case to re-sign Pete Alonso, and what the Mets must do in free agency to contend in 2026.

🚨 We also look back at similar Mets teams f...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch recaps and reacts to the New York Giants 34-17 upset win over the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday Night Football. Plus, an in-depth preview of Big Blue's Week 7 matchup against the Denver Broncos.

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:37 - Victory Friday is better than Victory Monday

00:01:41 - No Excuses, Play Like a Champion

00:03:29 - Broncos barely beat Jets

00:04:05 - Biggest, Best Regular Season Win of Brian Da...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch reacts to the New York Giants fumbling away a winnable game against the New Orleans Saints in Week 5. Five Giants turnovers led to 13 Saints points. Darius Slayton dropped a big pass and fumbled on a promising drive before half. Jaxson Dart threw two interceptions and lost the ball while scrambling to start the second half. Cam Skattebo's fumble at the beginning of the 4th quarter broke the Gi...

The 2025 New York Mets season will go down as one of the most crushing collapses in team history—and yes, that’s saying something. In this episode of Giant Mess, host Neal Lynch breaks down the Mets' brutal final month, game by game, series by series. We’re talking heartbreak, poor pitching, missed chances, and the all-too-familiar agony of being a Mets fan in the Steve Cohen era. There’s pain, there’s humor, and there’s a litt...

The New York Giants pulled off a shocking Week 4 upset over the Los Angeles Chargers, powered by rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart’s debut performance and a revitalized defense that pressured Justin Herbert into mistakes. Despite losing Malik Nabers to a season-ending ACL injury, Big Blue found new life with Dart and Cam Skattebo leading the offense. Neal Lynch recaps the Giants’ first win over the Chargers since 1998, breaks down Bri...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch breaks down the New York Giants’ ugly 22-9 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Night Football. From Russell Wilson’s red zone failures and Graham Gano’s injury to Cam Skattebo's breakout performance, it’s another week of déjà vu frustrations for Giants fans. Neal also previews the Giants’ upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers and asks the tough questions about Brian Daboll, Jo...

The New York Giants lost a wild overtime thriller to the Dallas Cowboys, 40-37, in Week 2. Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch breaks down the highs and lows of the game, including Russell Wilson’s historic performance, the Giants’ defensive struggles under Defensive Coordinator Shane Bowen. Plus, a full preview of the Week 3 matchup against Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs, and a look at Daniel Jones' success with the...

Mets collapse incoming or playoff push? Are the Mets still contenders? Can the Mets hold up? Is it over for the Mets? Hope or heartbreak ahead?

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch breaks down the New York Mets’ incredibly odd August 2025. From bullpen meltdowns to clutch hitting streaks, Neal recaps the biggest storylines, standout performances, and painful struggles that defined the Mets’ month. Can this team make a serious playoff ...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch recaps the New York Giants' 21-6 loss to the Washington Commanders in the 2025 season opener and previews the Dallas Cowboys matchup.

The Giants lost 21-6 to Washington, scoring only field goals while the Commanders scored three touchdowns.

Offensive output was extremely limited: the Giants managed just 231 total yards while the Commanders put up over 430, and New York failed to convert red zone tri...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch reviews Jurassic World Rebirth starring Scarlett Johansson, Mahershala Ali, Jonathan Bailey, Rupert Friend, and everyone's favorite shipwrecked family.

The film takes place five years after Jurassic World: Dominion. An expedition is launched to isolated equatorial regions with the goal of extracting DNA from three massive prehistoric creatures—this time for a groundbreaking medical breakthrough...

In this episode of Giant Mess, Neal Lynch dives deep into Ryan Coogler’s 2025 Southern Gothic vampire horror hit Sinners, starring Michael B. Jordan in a dual role as twin brothers Smoke and Stack Moore. Neal breaks down the film’s plot, cast performances, behind-the-scenes details, historical influences, and standout scenes — from juke joint blues to blood-soaked showdowns.

You’ll hear about Coogler’s inspirations (From Dusk Till D...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch recaps the New York Mets' 2025 trade deadline moves and reflects on the all-time best and worst trade deadline trades in Mets franchise history. Featuring detailed analysis of iconic trades like the 2015 Yoenis Céspedes acquisition that propelled the Mets to the World Series, the legendary Keith Hernandez and Gary Carter trades of the 1980s, and infamous moves like the Nolan Ryan trade that sh...

In this jam-packed episode of Giant Mess, Neal Lynch digs deep into the biggest stories and turning points from July of the New York Mets’ 2025 season. We break down the good, the bad, and the ugly: eking out wins against struggling teams, bouncing back from a brutal June, and surviving a turbulent All-Star break marked by Francisco Lindor’s starter nod and Pete Alonso’s near-MVP performance.

Has Lindor finally won over the entire f...

This episode of A Giant Mess brings you a full breakdown of the New York Mets’ wild June 2025. Host Neal Lynch goes deep on the infamous "June Swoon," covering everything from bullpen meltdowns and injury woes to Pedro Alonso’s home run chase and Juan Soto’s ridiculous base-stealing clinic. Hear the latest on key Mets like Francisco Alvarez, Francisco Lindor, Kodai Senga, Griffin Canning, and more, plus a look at why June always ha...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch dives headfirst into a messy May for the 2025 New York Mets. April felt like a distant dream as the Mets got stuck with scoring problems, heartbreaking close losses, and the never-ending struggle with runners in scoring position. Neal vents about bullpen woes, wild finishes, and the tough breaks that made Mets fans groan (and maybe laugh). You’ll get real talk about Pete Alonso’s defense, and Juan...

Giant Mess podcast host Neal Lynch dives deep into the best start the New York Mets have seen since the ’86 and ’88 glory days. Host Neal Lynch brings the laughs and honesty as he breaks down Juan Soto’s impact, Pete Alonso’s torrid April, and whether this “deep” roster can weather a tidal wave of injuries. Was Clay Holmes’ move to the rotation genius or desperation? How did the bullpen go from lights-out to holding on for dear lif...