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Reports Say Craig Carton Poised to Reclaim WFAN Afternoon Drive in January

The deal remains unsigned and WFAN has not confirmed the reported shuffle.

FILE - In this Nov. 8, 2017, file photo, former sports radio host Craig Carton speaks to members of the media after his arraignment in federal court in New York. A fraud victim of Carton told a judge he's not properly paying restitution after his criminal conviction, but Carton's lawyer says the claim is not true. Carton returned to WFAN in November 2020, five months after his release from prison following a conspiracy and fraud conviction. A trial revealed that Carton solicited and then largely gambled away nearly $7 million. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson, File)
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Overview

  • The Athletic reports Carton is finalizing a third stint to host WFAN’s afternoon drive starting in January, but sources say contracts are not yet signed and the station declined comment.
  • Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber are expected to shift from afternoons to the 10 a.m.–2 p.m. midday slot as part of the changes.
  • Brandon Tierney and Sal Licata’s midday show is expected to be removed, and on-air Wednesday they acknowledged the reports, with Tierney saying he was told the contract is not signed but that Carton is returning.
  • Overnight host Chris McMonigle is the leading candidate to join Carton on the afternoon show, with Boomer & Gio remaining in mornings.
  • Roberts said he does not seek a reunion with Carton, explaining that Carton previously left their pairing and that he intends to stay partnered with Barber.