Giants 2026 Season Preview: Harbaugh, Jaxson Dart and a New Era for Big Blue

Giants 2026 Season Preview: Harbaugh, Jaxson Dart and a New Era for Big Blue

The New York Giants begin a new era under John Harbaugh, and expectations are finally beginning to rise around Big Blue. In this full 2026 Giants season preview, Bob Walters breaks down Jaxson Dart's second season, the addition of multiple veteran receivers, Isaiah Likely's potential impact at tight end and why the offense should be significantly improved. The biggest questions remain on defense. How will the Giants replace Dexter Lawrence? Can a unit that allowed 143 rushing yards per game finally stop the run? And does this roster have enough talent to compete for an NFC wild-card spot? Subscribe to Locked Up Sports for New York Giants analysis, game coverage and the best New York sports talk on the internet. Topics include: John Harbaugh's impact Jaxson Dart's development Malik Nabers and Cam Skattebo Isaiah Likely and the rebuilt receiving corps Giants training-camp competitions Replacing Dexter Lawrence Fixing the run defense 2026 schedule and season prediction

World Cup Final Preview

The Mets are approaching the MLB trade deadline with major decisions to make. Should they buy, sell, or attempt to reshape the roster for the future? Bob Walters breaks down what the Mets need, which areas must be addressed and which players could be part of the deadline conversation. We also preview tomorrow's World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina. Can Argentina finish another dramatic tournament run and repeat as champions, or will Spain control the match and capture the World Cup? Plus, football is officially returning. The New York Giants and New York Jets report to training camp, beginning a critical summer for both franchises. We examine the biggest roster battles, pressure points and storylines facing New York's two NFL teams. On this episode of Locked Up Sports: New York Sports Talk: ⚾ What should the Mets do at the trade deadline? ⚾ Should the Mets buy, sell or attempt to do both? ⚽ Spain vs. Argentina World Cup Final preview ⚽ Can Argentina complete another championship run? Giants training camp storylines Jets training camp storylines The biggest questions facing both New York football teams Subscribe for passionate New York sports talk, live game broadcasts, postgame coverage, interviews and analysis

USA Eliminated By Belgium

USA no-shows another big World Cup match as they are soundly beat by Belgium ending their World Cup Run. The dream is over. After months of hype and optimism surrounding the home World Cup, the United States crashed out in the Round of 16 with a crushing 4-1 defeat to Belgium. Tonight we ask the hard questions. Was this team overrated from the beginning? Were American fans sold another bill of goods by U.S. Soccer? For years we've heard about the “golden generation,” the investment, the academies, and how the United States was finally ready to compete with the world's elite. Yet when the lights got brightest, the same story unfolded once again. The U.S. still can't beat teams that are as good—or better—than they are. They can dominate weaker nations. They can qualify comfortably. They can build excitement every four years. But when it's time to prove they belong among the world's best, they come up short. We'll break down everything that went wrong against Belgium, the tactical mistakes, the defensive collapse, the lack of composure, and why the gap between the United States and the true powers of world football may still be larger than many wanted to admit. Is this truly progress? Or are we simply back where we started? We'll also look ahead to what must change before the next World Cup cycle begins. Talking Points * Belgium overwhelms USA 4-1. * Defensive breakdowns all night. * Midfield unable to control possession. * Lack of finishing and quality in the final third. * Biggest tactical mistakes. * Did the coaching staff get it wrong? * Why the U.S. still struggles against elite nations. * Were expectations unrealistic? * Has U.S. Soccer overpromised progress? * Is this really a “golden generation”? * What needs to change before 2030? * Final grade for the U.S. World Cup. *

Balogun Suspension Lifted! Team USA Ready for Belgium in Round of 16

FIFA has officially lifted Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, meaning one of Team USA's biggest offensive weapons is available for Sunday's massive Round of 16 showdown against Belgium. We discuss: * What Balogun's return means for Team USA. * How the Americans match up against Belgium. * The remaining Round of 16 schedule. * Can Team USA make history by reaching the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time? We also switch to baseball as Steve Cohen publicly states David Stearns isn't going anywhere before his contract expires. Is patience the right approach, or should the Mets make a change now? We debate when enough is enough after another disappointing season. Plus: * Mitchell Robinson reveals how he broke his finger before the NBA Finals. * What it meant for the Knicks' championship run. * The latest New York sports headlines. Join us live for another episode of Locked Up Sports: New York Sports Talk!

WORLD CUP LIVE/METS, YANKS LOSE AGAIN

LIVE REPORTS FROM WORLD CUP GAMES IN PROGRESS AND PREVIEW OF THE AMERICANS RD OF 32 MATCH WITH BOSNIA TOMORROW. METS DEFENSE LOSES ANOTHER GAME AND DOES SO IN EMBARRASSING FASHION. YANKS LOSE 6TH STRAIGHT