Hour 2: Mike Tannenbaum & Knicks Game 3
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In this episode of the Bart & Carlin Podcast, the hosts dive into the NFL Draft and the Knicks' pivotal Game 3 against the Hawks in Atlanta. They begin with a conversation with former NFL executive Mike Tannenbaum, who shares insights on draft strategy, emphasizing the importance of taking the best player available despite positional needs. Tannenbaum discusses top prospects like Bailey, Reese, and Montserrat Delaney, and weighs in on potential trades, player availability, and the impact of injury concerns. The conversation shifts to the Knicks’ playoff series, where the hosts express concern over Jalen Brunson’s inconsistent performance and defensive struggles, while praising CJ McCollum’s standout play. They debate whether the Knicks can respond with physicality and defensive discipline, and reflect on the team’s history of collapsing at home in crucial moments. The episode closes with a lively discussion on draft-day rumors, hidden gems in later rounds, and the emotional toll of personal scandals in sports, particularly the Mike Vrabel situation with the Patriots.
Take the best player available in the first round, even if it doesn't match immediate need.
Jalen Brunson must elevate his play and defense to carry the Knicks through the playoffs.
CJ McCollum has emerged as the best player in the Knicks-Hawks series through two games.
The Knicks’ home-court advantage is compromised by a history of late-game collapses at Madison Square Garden.
Injury concerns and character checks are critical in draft decisions, but talent remains the ultimate tiebreaker.
…and 3 more takeaways available in PodZeus
NFL Draft Preview with Mike Tannenbaum
“You try to match up need and player the best you can. I would say generally speaking in the first round, you do want to take the best player available. That will serve you well over time, three, four, five, six years.”
Knicks Playoff Series: Brunson’s Struggles & McCollum’s Rise
“CJ McCollum is the best player in this series through two games. That's not supposed to happen.”
Draft Day Rumors, Hidden Gems & Personal Scandals
The episode wraps with a lively segment on late-round draft prospects like C.J. Allen, Caleb Banks, and Emmanuel Warren. The hosts debate the impact of injury history and player character. They also reflect on the Mike Vrabel scandal, questioning whether counseling implies guilt, and discuss the broader implications of personal conduct on team dynamics and public perception.
“CJ McCollum is the best player in this series through two games. That's not supposed to happen.”
“If you did nothing wrong, you wouldn't be going to counseling. So now that is an omission of guilt.”
“You try to match up need and player the best you can. I would say generally speaking in the first round, you do want to take the best player available. That will serve you well over time, three, four, five, six years.”
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Mike Tannenbaum
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Jalen Brunson
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CJ McCollum
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Mike Vrabel
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Derek
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